About

Introduction:

Secondary education covers a crucial period in pupils’ development. They learn about themselves and the world around them, gaining knowledge and skills that set them up for their adult lives. The role of a secondary teacher is to develop specialised subject knowledge, and to support the intellectual and personal development of their pupils. With a significant demand for new secondary teachers, you can be certain that you’ll make a positive impact on society.

This three-year course will deepen your knowledge of maths and how to teach the subject, fast-tracking you to beginning your career as a secondary teacher. Studying at NTU, you’ll develop your own knowledge of maths and a holistic and inclusive approach to teaching. You’ll be taught by maths experts and by former secondary teachers with an enthusiasm for their subject. Plus, you’ll spend plenty of time in the classroom, putting what you’ve learned into practice. Throughout the course, you’ll develop your passion for maths and for professional teaching practice.

You’ll graduate ready to start your career as a confident and effective teacher with the skills, knowledge and experience required in the modern classroom. You’ll be committed to shaping the lives of all our young people – sharing your passion for maths and inspiring theirs.

Our three-year degree programme fast-tracks you to a career in teaching with recommendation to the Department for Education for Qualified Teacher Status.
Placement opportunities are in a variety of educational settings through our extensive partnerships with local schools, colleges and organisations. 
You’ll be taught by former secondary teachers with a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching.
You‘ll develop your subject knowledge and understanding of maths.

93

%

of Teacher Training students are positive about the teaching on their course (National Student Survey 2023)

94

%

of Teacher Training graduates were in work and/or further study 15 months after completing their studies (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2020/21)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

What are we looking for?

Entry requirements for this course will reflect the same admission criteria as:

BSc (Hons) Mathematics

In addition, applicants must have GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C / 4 or equivalent, as this is a statutory requirement for anyone intending to enter the teaching profession. We accept the GCSE equivalency taken via equivalencytesting.com or astarequivalency.co.uk.

Other requirements

an interview
an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and any other safeguarding checks that may be necessary

Alternative qualifications

We welcome applications from mature students, and those returning to education, who have studied appropriate qualifications. We accept a wide range of qualifications gained at the UCAS tariff points above including the following.

CACHE
BTEC
Access.

International qualifications

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:

Entry requirements by country

English language entry requirements

You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

Undergraduate preparation courses (Foundation)

If you don’t yet meet our entry requirements, we offer Foundation courses through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), based on our City Campus:

Foundation courses leading to undergraduate study at NTU

Advanced standing (starting your undergraduate degree in year 2 or 3)

You may be able to start your undergraduate course in year 2 or 3 based on what you have studied before. This decision would be made in accordance with our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy.

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

Complete this simple form to keep in touch with the International Office.

English Program Requirements

You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

Career

Careers and employability

Your career development

What skills will I develop?

The course is specifically designed for the training of secondary maths teachers developing specific skills relating to both subject specific and educational issues. However, you’ll also gain skills that are useful in a variety of job sectors:

communication skills - presenting effective oral and written arguments
IT skills
research and analytical skills
interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
problem-solving skills
organisation and time management skills - prioritising your academic/part-time workloads
reflecting on and improving personal practice.

QTS – Qualified Teacher Status

Successful completion of this course will lead to recommendation to the DfE for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Once you start your employment as an Early Career Teacher, you will be supported through the Early Career Framework (ECF), a two-year period of professional induction, which will ensure that your teaching career is built on a firm foundation.

Your future career

Upon successful completion of the course, many graduates enter jobs teaching children or young people. Other roles in an educational setting, including supporting, but with less direct contact with children or young people are also available. There are also posts available in other public sector organisations such as local government, the NHS and the civil service.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

23,536 / year

Mathematics with Secondary Education (QTS) BSc (Hons)