BSc (Hons) Mathematics Key Stage 2/3 Education with QTS*

Summary 2012/13

• High quality teaching and learning from tutors with primary and secondary school experience;
• Develop expertise in both the primary and secondary school curriculum and benefit from in-school experience opportunities;
• Become a Mathematics specialist - able to teach in a primary or secondary school;
• Study in purpose built facilities and develop key skills including ICT, problem solving, analytical and logical thinking;
• Opportunity to benefit from subject knowledge enhancement and school-based experience at Key Stage 4;
• Individually-tailored support.

"Edge Hill University provides its trainees, regardless of their chosen age range, with outstanding training": Grade 1 'outstanding' judgements made in all 33 inspection cells - Ofsted Initial Teacher Education inspection report, 12/5/2011.

* Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

This programme provides an exciting opportunity to study Mathematics at degree level while training to become a high quality professional teacher. This unique programme is the first step in teaching as a specialist.

2012 Entry Requirements

260 UCAS tariff points overall, to include 80 points (grade C) in A level Mathematics, plus GCSE Mathematics, English Language and Science at grade C or equivalent. Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 numeracy and literacy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE grade C in mathematics or English.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Education's standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. Further information, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire and details of how to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.

Details

Who is this course for?

This programme is for anyone who is passionate about Mathematics and wants to be a Primary school teacher or a Secondary school Mathematics teacher. Whilst the programme focuses on Key Stages 2 and 3 (7-14 year olds) there is also the opportunity to teach Key Stage 4 pupils.

What will I gain from this programme?

This programme offers the best of both worlds; you gain in depth subject knowledge and the ability to teach at both primary and secondary level, widening your career opportunities. You will gain the skills to help all children learn in the classroom. You will also gain a university degree in the subject specialism of mathematics which demonstrates your academic and technical competence across a wide range of topics.

What will I study?

You will study in six areas across the three years of your programme:

• Specialist Subject, Mathematics – developing your interest and academic ability in your chosen subject area.
• Subject Application – designed to show you how to apply what you have learnt about your subject in the classroom.
• The Core Curriculum: planning, teaching, learning and assessment in the four core subject areas for primary schools; English, Mathematics, Science and Information and Communication Technology.
• Personal and Professional Development – understanding your own development as a trainee teacher, developing as a reflective practitioner through exploring different perspectives and your own experiences of the relationship between education, the curriculum, teaching and learning and the development of children and young adolescents.
• Foundation Subject Studies – studying the Foundation subjects of History, Geography, Music, Art, Design and Technology, Physical Education and Religious Education.
• Professional Practice – undertaking extensive and continuous school experience, moving from observer to teacher at Key Stages 2, 3 and 4. You will also work with pupils at Key Stage 1.

How will I study?

Your time in University will be spent in lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials where you will be given opportunity to develop your skills and discuss a range of topics with your tutors and peers. You will also be given the opportunity to practice the skills of being a teacher within a safe and comfortable environment. You may deliver, for instance, a presentation, role-play, a classroom incident or teach a micro-lesson.

Placement

You'll spend 27 weeks on placement in schools, putting your training into practice through observing and assisting individuals and small groups through to managing the learning of a whole class, and working alongside mentors and peers to further your professional development. Your teaching timetable will increase as your training progresses and you become more confident in the classroom. You will work with trainees from various areas, backgrounds and abilities, providing you with excellent experience in classroom management and the ability to teach individuals and groups at a range of levels.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught by tutors at the cutting edge of national developments within education who write textbooks and Mathematics schemes for national publication. We are actively involved in the promotion of Mathematics in local schools and each year we run a national Mathematics competition and Royal Institution Masterclasses.

How will I be assessed?

Your work will be assessed in a variety of ways: through written assignments, oral presentations, examinations and practical workshops. In your final year you will also have the chance to investigate an aspect of classroom practice, producing a detailed research assignment which explores an educational issue in a specific context.

As you progress from observer to teacher in school, you will be assessed through lesson observation reports against the Professional Standards for the Award of QTS.

What are my career prospects?

You will be able to pursue a range of teaching opportunities in both primary and secondary schools across the UK. We offer excellent support to help you gain a first post as a newly qualified teacher and have a proven track record for trainees securing teaching posts.

In the final year of your degree you will need to pass the QTS Skills Test (Numeracy, Literacy and ICT) and complete a Career Entry and Development Profile (CEDP) so you can move onto your induction year as a teacher. These are both useful as they provide a bridge between your Initial Teacher Training programme and your Induction Year as a Newly Qualified Teacher.

Further study at Edge Hill University

Ongoing professional development is essential if you are to progress in your career and gain the skills you need to be a teacher who excels in the classroom. The Faculty of Education offer a comprehensive Professional Development programme from specific professional modules such as Positive Approaches to Managing Pupil Behaviour to a range of Postgraduate and Masters programmes.

During your ITT programme, we will carefully prepare you for your NQT year by helping to identify your continuing training needs. Edge Hill's Professional Development team will continue to support you through your NQT year and be available throughout your teaching career.

A Great Study Environment

Based in 160 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Ormskirk Campus is a unique and inspirational place to study. Industry standard resources and cutting edge technology combine to make an interactive and highly advanced teaching and learning environment. Everything you could want is on one site with 25 acres of sport and leisure facilities, more than 1,000 rooms in halls of residence and fantastic modern spaces in which you can study and socialise.

The University library gives you access to thousands of books, journals, online resources and extensive PC and media provision. You'll get all the support you need to succeed, reflected in Edge Hill University being ranked in the top two in England for students' personal development, and the top three in the country for assessment and feedback, in the 2011 National Student Survey. The University is also featured in the top four in England for graduate employment.

How do I apply?

Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.ac.uk.

See our How to Apply pages for more information on the application process and our Admissions criteria.

Interview

Before you gain a place on this programme, you will be invited for an interview. It will take the form of group discussions and individual interview where we find out what you already know about teaching and whether teaching is for you.

It is a good idea to visit the Training and Development Agency for Schools website (www.tda.gov.uk) and the Department for Education website (www.education.gov.uk) for current issues related to KS2/3 Mathematics, so you can talk about your understanding of developments in KS2/3 transition.

You should be ready to talk about work you have done in either a primary or secondary school setting, and especially any that relate to Mathematics.

Fees and Finance

For academic year 2012/13, Edge Hill University will charge £9,000 for full-time BA, BSc and LLB degrees. Eligible students will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over £21,000.

Eligible full-time students can also apply for a maintenance grant, subject to household income, and a non-means-tested loan to help with living costs.

Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships for prospective full-time students. These include £2,000 Entrance Scholarships rewarding determination, commitment and achievement in creative arts, performing arts, sport and volunteering. Eligible entrants with outstanding grades are recognised through the £1,000 High Achievers Scholarship.

For more information on scholarships, including eligibility criteria for each award, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.

To find out more about fees, grants and loans for academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfees2012.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only. International students should check the fees and finance information at www.edgehill.ac.uk/internationalfees2012.

Not got the entry requirements?

If you do not have the relevant GCSEs required for this programme, Edge Hill University offers GCSE equivalency tests in English, Mathematics and Science.

25% of the students at Edge Hill University are people returning to study to enhance their career prospects or pursue a personal interest. We provide a Fastrack scheme to help you get back in higher education. Once you are studying, we can provide ongoing help through personal tutors and responsive student support systems.

If you would like pre-entry advice and guidance about your qualifications, please complete the advice and guidance online enquiry form.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many national careers fairs and UCAS events.

Still want more?

If you have any questions you would like to ask the programme leader about this course, please contact:

• Steve Feller, Faculty of Education, Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire L39 4QP
• Tel: 01695 584497
• Email: fellerst@edgehill.ac.uk

Overseas students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk for further information.