Mathematics with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (MSc)

Program Overview

The MSc with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) program at Loughborough University is a part-time program designed for individuals who have already completed a PGCE in mathematics. The program allows students to gain QTS and then complete a master's degree over a two-year period, coinciding with the early years of their teaching career. The program is underpinned by the latest research and best practices in mathematics education and offers a unique opportunity to gain QTS and a master's degree on a part-time basis while starting your teaching career.

Program Outline

Mathematics with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (MSc) - Loughborough University

Degree Overview:

Objective:

The MSc with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is designed to build upon the PGCE in Mathematics program, equipping students with master's-level qualifications for a strong position in the broad field of mathematics teaching. This part-time program allows students to gain qualified teacher status (QTS) and then complete the master's degree over a two-year period, coinciding with the early years of their teaching career.

Description:

The program's unique structure enables students to:

• Gain QTS through the PGCE program.
• Complete a Research in Education module (30 credits) online during the summer.
• Progress to the master's degree at the end of the same academic year or within five years of graduating from the PGCE program.
• Complete a final module (MSc in Education Research Project) focusing on a research project relevant to mathematics and the school/educational context.
This distance-learning module includes one-to-one supervision with renowned researchers or experts in the field.

Outline:

Program Content:

• The program is underpinned by the latest research and best practices in mathematics education.

Structure:

• Students will complete a 30-credit Research in Education module online during the summer following their PGCE.
• Students who are eligible may progress to the master's degree at the end of the same academic year or within five years of graduating from the PGCE program.
• The final module is a research project (MSc in Education Research Project) focusing on a specific area of mathematics and the school/educational context.

Modules:

• Research in Education (compulsory)
• MSc in Education Research Project (compulsory)

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods including:
• In-school teaching
• Written assignments

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Independent study
• Group work
• Practical sessions

Faculty:

• Taught by experts in mathematics education at Loughborough University.

Unique Approaches:

• The program offers a unique opportunity to gain QTS and subsequently complete a master's degree part-time while starting your teaching career.
• Students benefit from one-to-one supervision with internationally renowned researchers during the final module.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Secondary school mathematics teacher
• Mathematics specialist within a school
• Educational researcher or consultant

Career Opportunities:

• The program prepares graduates for a variety of positions in mathematics education, including:
• Secondary school teaching
• Mathematics specialist roles
• Educational research and consultancy

Career Outcomes:

• Graduates are highly sought after by schools and are well-prepared for a successful career in mathematics education.

Other:

Program Strength:

• The program is designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to be effective and successful mathematics teachers.
• The program is underpinned by the latest research and best practices in mathematics education.
• The program offers a unique opportunity to gain QTS and a master's degree on a part-time basis while starting your teaching career.
• Loughborough University is one of the leading research centers for mathematics education.
• The university is ranked in the top 10 UK universities by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 and the Complete University Guide 2024.

Additional Notes:

• This program is designed for individuals who have already completed a PGCE in mathematics.
• Students are responsible for self-funding the program.

Summary

The MSc with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) program at Loughborough University is a unique and rigorous program designed to prepare individuals for a successful career in mathematics education. The program combines academic rigor with practical experience, providing graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to be effective and successful mathematics teachers.