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The University of Notre Dame Australia

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Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education

  • Graduate Diploma

The Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education is designed for accredited teachers to enhance their mathematics teaching skills and knowledge, enabling them to teach advanced mathematics levels. It is part of a nested program offering flexible qualification pathways.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 - 4 semesters full-time, 1 - 4 semesters part-time
Course Code
4159
Study Mode
In person, Online
Intake Months
Jan, Jul

About this course

Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education

Are you an accredited teacher who wants to build your mathematics education skills and knowledge? The Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education at The University of Notre Dame Australia provides a short postgraduate study program for graduates of other disciplines who need to understand and use mathematics professionally. The program equips you with the capacity, skills and confidence to teach up to and including Extension 1 and 2 mathematics. This Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education is part of a nested program of study. Nested programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the level of qualification that is right for you. Contact us today to find out more.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

  • Possession of a Bachelor's award (AQF level 7 qualification) or equivalent in Initial Teacher Education; or
  • Possession of a Bachelor's award (AQF level 7 qualification) and concurrent study in a Master of Teaching (AQF level 9 qualification)

Study locations

Sydney

Online

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Mathematics Education graduates will be able to:

  1. Solve complex problems in Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Calculus and Discrete Mathematics
  2. Demonstrate critical thinking skills, including formulating and modelling practical and abstract problems in mathematical terms
  3. Apply mathematical principles, concepts, techniques, and technology to solve practical and abstract problems
  4. Communicate theoretical concepts in Mathematics to a range of audiences
  5. Demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills with ethical responsibility and accountability for further learning; and
  6. Combine theoretical mathematical knowledge with practical educational approaches to teaching mathematics.

Career pathways

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Mathematics is designed for experienced educators. It will prepare you to teach mathematics in Catholic primary and secondary schools, government departments, including the Department of Education. Other opportunities include management and business, non-government organisations (NGOs), community-based organisations, and training & professional development.

Course structure

Program summary
  • Principles of Mathematics
  • Calculus
  • Linear Algebra
  • Statistics
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • 25 Units of Credit from one (1) Practicum Course or Advanced Calculus
  • Teaching Methods in Mathematics
  • 25 Units of Credit from one (1) Core Curriculum Course

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions page.

Please note: the availability of these courses is indicative only and may be subject to change.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Teacher Education courses at The University of Notre Dame Australia.
91.3%
Overall satisfaction
82.7%
Skill scale
83.3%
Teaching scale
88.4%
Employed full-time
$92.8k
Average salary
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