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Teaching Mathematics - Functional Skills

Canterbury Christ Church University
Information last verified April 2026
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Canterbury, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Teaching Mathematics - Functional Skills at Canterbury Christ Church University is a Postgraduate Diploma 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 Teaching Mathematics - Functional Skills 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Canterbury, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Teaching Mathematics - Functional Skills programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. [\'Numeracy and the Learners\', \'Understand the roles of mathematics and numeracy in the world at large\', \'Develop knowledge of the effects of learner backgrounds and needs on numeracy and mathematics learning\', \'Developing Numeracy Knowledge and Understanding\', \'Understand the origins and status of mathematical knowledge and the effect on mathematics curriculum development\', "Develop learners\' mathematics and numeracy in a range of settings and contexts", \'Numeracy Teaching and Learning\', \'Plan mathematics and numeracy-related module outlines and lessons considering learner needs, curriculum requirements, diversity and equality of opportunity\', \'Select, develop and use appropriate resources for mathematics/ numeracy learning, including ICT where appropriate\']

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

To be selected for the course, you\'ll need to have:
  • An initial teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE/Cert Ed./ DTLLS) or be working towards one.
  • A background of working at a suitable academic level
  • Good numeracy skills (There will be an initial assessment of numeracy skills at interview)
  • An existing teaching placement or the possibility of arranging at least 50 hours of numeracy teaching at two different curriculum levels in an appropriate context
  • An experienced colleague in the workplace who would be willing to act as a mentor

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 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

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Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months