If you are passionate about Biology and Mathematics and aspire to teach these subjects at post-primary level, the BSc Biology, Mathematics & Education at University College Dublin is designed for you. This integrated undergraduate degree offers a unique pathway where you will study mathematics, biology, and education concurrently, gaining practical teaching experience through structured educational placements from your first year. This comprehensive four-year BSc programme directly leads to the one-year MSc Mathematics and Science Education, ensuring you graduate fully qualified to teach post-primary Biology and Mathematics to Higher Level Leaving Certificate and Science to Junior Certificate level, accredited by the Teaching Council of Ireland.
This full-time, on-campus degree, studied over four years, immerses you in a curriculum that includes scientific enquiry, mathematical modelling, and pedagogical approaches, alongside subjects like cell biology, genetics, linear algebra, and calculus. You will undertake year-long placements in two different post-primary schools during your final two years, providing invaluable real-world experience. Upon successful completion of both the BSc and the subsequent MSc, you will graduate with the professional qualifications and practical skills necessary to embark on a rewarding career as a post-primary educator in Biology, Mathematics, and Science.