Program Overview
The Mathematics Education at Sheffield Hallam University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Mathematics Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mathematics Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- the experience of learning mathematics
- problem solving through modelling
- practice in the context of learning and teaching
- sets and matrices
- mathematics for meaning A
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be accepted onto subject knowledge enhancement course, applicants must have been offered a place on a course of initial teacher education. This may be
- a PGCE at Sheffield Hallam or another higher education institution
- a school direct/school direct salaried programme at Sheffield Hallam or another higher education institution
- another programme of initial teacher education leading to a recommendation of qualified teacher status
This subject knowledge enhancement course is designed to meet individual needs and we therefore consider a range of profiles for entry. You must have a degree awarded by a British university or a recognised equivalent qualification. You also need GCSE grades A to C in English language and mathematics or equivalent, and you should normally have studied mathematics at an advanced level or equivalent. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Sheffield Hallam University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months