PGCE (Secondary): Mathematics
Goldsmiths, University of London
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Secondary schools need good Maths teachers. This exciting and demanding programme will prepare you to become an effective and high-quality Maths teacher, with a particular focus on the unique demands of working in a multi-ethnic London comprehensive school.Why study PGCE (Secondary) Mathematics at Goldsmiths?Get to know the different parts of the mathematics curriculum and possible teaching approaches in Goldsmiths supportive and collaborative learning environment.Explore the forefront of ...Read more

Secondary schools need good Maths teachers. This exciting and demanding programme will prepare you to become an effective and high-quality Maths teacher, with a particular focus on the unique demands of working in a multi-ethnic London comprehensive school.

Why study PGCE (Secondary) Mathematics at Goldsmiths?

  • Get to know the different parts of the mathematics curriculum and possible teaching approaches in Goldsmith's supportive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Explore the forefront of mathematics education, engaging critically with current issues and debates, and help shape the field's future. An essential aspect of your learning is challenging your preconceptions about learners, mathematics and teaching.
  • Focus on broadening your knowledge of resources for teaching, longer-term planning, and the post-16 curriculum in mathematics sessions at Goldsmiths.
  • Develop your skills in planning, teaching, and managing whole classes. You will build up gradually, from learning ways to teach one student to small groups to a whole class.
  • Learn about ‘whole-school’ issues and contributing to a school’s pastoral life.
  • Take advantage of our unique partnerships with local schools and gain hands-on teaching experience in carefully selected placements. You will be prepared for teaching anywhere in the world.
  • Learning & teaching

    A range of teaching methods is employed across all our PGCE programmes, including:

    • Taught subject sessions
    • Practical workshops
    • Compulsory lectures
    • Seminars
    • Group and Individual tutorials
    • Individual and group presentations
    • Supported self-study

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    What students say
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    07 Feb 24

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    Rumeyza
    27 Feb 23

    This university is honest really great for student support, they have a lot of staff that helps with student mental health and is on top of their commitments...Read more

    Modules

    Modules (Year 1)
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    Entry requirements

    Students will need: to meet our fitness to train requirements: a GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics. Please note, we can only accept some UK and international GCSE equivalent qualification s. A complete list of accepted UK GCSE equivalencies can be found here: link. If you have a non-UK qualification that you believe is GCSE equivalent, you must check this with the Admissions team. They should have an undergraduate honours degree, at 2:2 or above from a university in the United Kingdom or an international equivalent in a Mathematics related subject such as Mathematics or Statistics. Your degree should contain at least 50% Mathematics content, for example some Physics or Engineering degrees would be suitable.

    Tuition fees

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    Domestic

    £9,250 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from Domestic

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    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    £20,160 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    £20,160 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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    Goldsmiths, University of London
    New Cross Lewisham SE14 6NW United Kingdom
    Nearest tube station: New Cross  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: New Cross  0.1 miles away
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