Online Courses Handbook 2003

301683 v.2 Master of Science (Mathematics Education)

Introduction
This research course consists of a thesis involving a study of an applied nature relevant to the student's own teaching situation. The thesis is related to the Centre's areas of research specialisation - including gender issues, teaching and learning, constructivism, school leadership, classroom environments, evaluation and assessment, curriculum and computing and technology education.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A minimum entry requirement of four years of excellent university qualifications in science, mathematics and/or education, together with teaching experience.

Duration and Availability
The course is by research and normally requires one to two years of full-time study. The course is also available in part-time mode.

Course Organisation
This course is studied as a research degree, The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Postgraduate Coordinator, Science and Mathematics Education Centre. Students without prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis will be required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Majors, Streams or Other Core Components

99028 v.3 Masters Thesis - Science Education