- Nurture professional teachers of mathematics who are both well versed in the subject of mathematics and professionally competent in mathematics education
- Facilitate students’ development of transferable skills related problem-solving, critical and independent thinking as well as effective communication
- Equip students with the ability to assume leadership roles in mathematics teaching
Graduates will be awarded a Bachelor of Education Degree in Mathematics and Mathematics Education including a qualification equivalent to a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. Graduates will be qualified to teach in secondary schools.
After completing the programme, students will be able to have:
1. BMED Programme Learning Outcomes
A. Professional and Generic Skills
- an ability to continue with life-long learning & professional development
- intellectual competence with an emphasis on analytical, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills
- the ability to cross knowledge boundaries by integrating insights across disciplines to enhance educational practice
- global readiness, intercultural awareness, and the ability to contribute toward sustainable development of the society
B. Knowledge
- sufficient knowledge of the mathematics subject from an advanced standpoint, essential for teaching in the secondary school level
- an awareness of mathematical literacy as a fundamental competency in basic education which underpins quality education, well-being, and lifelong learning, and supports the enculturation of citizens and leaders.
- Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) that embraces the basic communication and pedagogical skills for a competent mathematics teacher
- practical skills in using a variety of resources including textbooks, digital platforms, and AI systems for teaching and learning mathematics, and in evaluating student learning outcomes.
- an ability to design, implement and evaluate theory-informed approaches and methods in teaching and learning mathematics with and without the use of technology
- an understanding of how to conduct quality educational research, as well as contemporary issues in mathematics teaching and learning
C. Attributes and Values
- A sense of care and commitment for students’ all-round growth by becoming a role model for excellence and responsibility
- an appreciation of the contribution of mathematics to the improvement and sustainable development of human activities and the environment
- the capacity to become competent, ethical, and professional leaders in education, committed to lifelong contributions to schools, communities, and society
2. BMED Graduates Attribute
A. Professional and Generic Skills
Ability to continue with life-long learning and professional development (Global Readiness)
- Bilingual proficiency
- IT capability
- Numeracy & analytical skills
- Critical & independent
- Effective in communication
- Habit of reading widely
B. Knowledge
As a vehicle for experience in serious study & enquiry (Crossing Knowledge Boundaries)
- Depth within a specialty
- Broad range of intellectual disciplines
- General knowledge
C. Attributes and Values
Sense & ability to contribute as citizens & leaders (Contributions to Society)
- Chinese & other cultures
- Global perspectives
- Sense of national identity & pride
- Compassion, honesty & integrity
- Sense of purpose
- Responsibility & commitment in life
D. Others
- Collaboration
- Creativity
- Problem Solving
- Self-management
Applicable to students admitted in 2022-23 and thereafter
| Major Programme Requirements | Units | University Requirements | Units |
Mathematics Related Courses
|
47 | University & College General Education | 19 |
Faculty of Education Courses
|
55 | University Languages | 13 |
| Understanding China | 1 | ||
| Hong Kong in the Wider Constitutional Order | 1 | ||
| Digital Literacy and Computational Thinking | 3 | ||
| Physical Education | 2 | ||
| Free Electives | 6 | ||
| Subtotal | 102 | 45 | |
| Total | 147 | ||
Applicable to students admitted in 2021-22 and before
| Major Programme Requirements | Units | University Requirements | Units |
Mathematics Related Courses
|
47 | University & College General Education | 21 |
Faculty of Education Courses
|
55 | University Languages | 15 |
| Physical Education | 2 | ||
| Information Technology | 1 | ||
| Free Electives | 6 | ||
| Subtotal | 102 | 45 | |
| Total | 147 | ||
Please refer to the Undergraduate Student Handbook, CUHK for details
Students are encouraged to participate different experiential learning activities to broaden their horizons and achieve an all-round development.
Micro-teaching is a method of teacher training which has been proven to help students develop their specific skills and teaching styles through designing, implementing and reflecting on a mathematics lesson with the use of teaching aids. Micro-teaching is incorporated a series of mathematics education teaching techniques courses.
- Students will visit different educational institutes to learn about various school settings and teachers’ responsibilities.
- Students will be required to attach in secondary schools as regular teachers to participate in and observe classroom and school activities from perspectives of both teachers and students.
- Students will be required to attach in secondary schools as regular teachers to participate in and observe classroom and school activities from perspectives of both teachers and students.
Graduates will be qualified to teach in secondary schools and will have the abilities and competence to take up leading roles in mathematics teaching. Graduates with the knowledge and skills developed in this programme may also pursue a career in a wide range of professions such as science and technology, finance and banking, civil service, publishing etc.