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Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC)
Introduction
The MEC is a 6 month course designed to enable you to progress onto a PGCE Maths course and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). It will deepen your knowledge and understanding of Mathematics, and prepare you to teach it accurately and confidently.
Successful completion of the course will allow you to progress onto the PGCE Maths and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
The course is taught in Plymouth at the UCP Marjon campus. Teaching for part of the course is available in mid-Cornwall and east Devon to ease the travel demands for some of our student teachers.
UCP Marjon has a long tradition of teacher training. At the heart of our success is the support we provide our student teachers.
Becoming a teacher is a fulfilling and rewarding career choice, but it is not an easy one. We know this and are committed to ensuring you have the support you need to succeed.
For in-depth information about this programme, course dates, the application process and fees, etc, please follow the Subject Knowledge Enhancement link
Course Code / Duration
Duration
This course is six months full time (14 units). Start date 3rd January, ending 13th July. There are 4 taught days and 1 independent study day per week.
Entry Requirements
- A level in Mathematics
- A degree – does not have to be in a Maths related subject
- A conditional offer onto a PGCE, SCITT or GTP programme is needed to start the course. This enables you to go straight onto the PGCE or GTP upon successful completion
Applying:
Apply directly to UCP Marjon by emailing: mec@marjon.ac.uk
Module Information
Spring Term
- Data Handling
- Proportional Reasoning
- Probability
- Number and Calculations
- Sequences, functions and graphs
- Geometrical Reasoning 2
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus 1
Summer Term
- Conceptual Development
- Thinking Mathematically
- Advanced Statistics
- Calculus 2
- Mechanics
- Dynamics
- Mathematical Modelling
- Polynomials / Complex Numbers
Fees and Funding
The TDA will provide a total tax free bursary of £5,600, payable in monthly installments.
For more detailed information please see page 7 of the TDA Funding Manual
Course Tutors
Nicola Trubridge
Paul Wilson
Andrina Inglis
Debbie Osborne, Truro Satelite
Ted Graham, Exeter Satelite
Career Opportunities
Not only will teaching provide you the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives, but there is great earning potential as well. New teachers start out at over £20,000. Head teachers can make in excess of £90,000.
Assessment
Each topic will be assessed using one of a variety of methods, including project work, on-line assessments and presentation. Students will be updated regularly about their progress during individual tutorials. At the end of the course, each student will be given a certificate of achievement.
Additional Information
What the students say:
Brilliant course from beginning to end! I didn’t realise that I enjoyed maths that much until I got here. The teaching was first rate and really explored all topics in depth with varied activities and discussions. The tutors were always available for questions and to help further understanding and great company during coffee breaks! Assessments were well thought out and challenging and often combined some element geared towards teaching. All in all I couldn’t think of better preparation for PGCE and would heartily recommend any student to come on a SKE course here at UCP Marjon prior to their PGCE regardless of their knowledge and experience.
Saikat (MEC student 2011)
I have really enjoyed the MEC at UCP Marjon, the material was interesting and the atmosphere around the University College is great. I thought that the assignments were suitably challenging whilst also teaching us key skills that we are bound to use next year. The online resources are great and I really appreciate the work that the staff have put in to support throughout the course. Overall a lot of fun and great preparation for the PGCE next year.
Ollie (MEC student 2011)
This course has been thoroughly enjoyable. Prior to this course, I thought that my understanding of maths was good anyway. However I found that I pretty much leant something new everyday. This is an excellent course that I would recommend to anyone. It brings students up to the same level and doesn’t discriminate students’ backgrounds.
Andy (MEC student 2011)
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