This programme prepares students to teach mathematics in Icelandic compulsory schools. The programme is open to anyone who has completed a BEd degree in general teacher education specialising in mathematics teaching, or a BA/BS degree in a related subject. Certified compulsory school teachers may apply for the programme regardless of specialisation in previous studies.

Is the program for you??

• Would you like to teach mathematics and related subjects?

• Do you want to work in a broad and varied field?

• Are you interested in theoretical and vocational study placements?

• Would you like to do a paid student placement in the final year of the programme?

• Do you want to help students achieve a solid foundation in a core subject?

• Do you want to be qualified to teach at three different levels of the Icelandic education system?

What is the study about?

This programme is designed to provide students with practical teaching skills. Vocational training placements are linked to theoretical learning, equipping students for further study and teaching in Icelandic compulsory schools.

Students have opportunities to conduct independent research on their own teaching and use others’ research for pedagogical development.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study or up to four years of part-time study.

Specialisations

Students choose between the following specialisations based on their academic background:

• Five year teacher education for students with a BEd degree

• General teacher education following BA/BS degree

• Mathematics teaching for licensed teachers

It is important to choose the correct specialisation depending on your academic background.

Main focuses

• Algebra and discrete mathematics

• The set of real numbers

• Research methodology

• Teaching placements

• Final thesis

Organisation of teaching

The programme is taught in Icelandic. Many courses can be completed through distance learning.

Objectives

Students will learn about mathematics and mathematics education, equipping them to teach mathematics in Icelandic compulsory schools.

Other

• Completing this programme qualifies you to apply for a teaching licence.

• Completing the programme may allow a student to apply for doctoral studies

• See all doctoral programmes at UI