If you are passionate about both Applied Mathematics and Mathematics and aspire to teach these subjects at the post-primary level, the BSc in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics & Education from University College Dublin is designed for you. This integrated four-year undergraduate degree provides a comprehensive study of mathematics, applied mathematics, and education, preparing you for a rewarding career in teaching. You will explore core mathematical concepts, pedagogical approaches, and gain essential teaching experience through structured educational placements, ensuring you are well-equipped for the classroom.
This full-time, on-campus programme allows you to delve into subjects such as scientific enquiry, statistical modelling, computational science, and analytical mechanics, alongside educational psychology and teaching methodologies. Throughout your four years, you will undertake significant placements in post-primary schools, culminating in a year-long placement and a professional dissertation in your final year. Upon completion, you will be fully qualified to teach Applied Mathematics and Mathematics to Higher Level Leaving Certificate level, with a strong foundation for further study, including the direct pathway to the MSc in Mathematics and Science Education.