PROGRAM INFORMATION
TYPE: BACHELOR DEGREE
DURATION: 4 YEARS
ACCREDITATION: HEA, ZQF LEVEL 7
Bachelor of Arts with Education (Mathematics and Religious Education)
This program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in education with a strong emphasis on mathematics and religious studies.
Through this program, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of mathematics education and religious studies education. They will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach mathematics and religious studies in various educational settings.
The benefits of this program are numerous. Students will acquire a broad and deep understanding of mathematics and religious studies, and they will be able to integrate these subjects into their teaching practices. They will also learn how to design and deliver effective lesson plans, create engaging learning activities, and assess student learning outcomes.
Additionally, students will gain valuable experience through practicum placements in real-world classroom settings, where they will work alongside experienced educators and gain practical experience in teaching mathematics and religious studies to diverse groups of students.
This program offers a unique and rewarding learning experience for students who are passionate about education, mathematics, and religious studies. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared to pursue a career in education or to further their education in graduate school.
Program Outline
YEAR 1: MATHEMATICS AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDUCATION | |
COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
EDU 1121 | INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY |
RES 1151 | INTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONS |
CSS 1100 | COMMUNICATION AND STUDY SKILLS |
MED 1210 | FOUNDATIONS TO MATHEMATICS 1 |
RES 1251 | INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION |
RES 1252 | AFRICAN TRADITION RELIGION |
EDU 1222 | HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION |
MED 1210 | FOUNDATIONS TO MATHEMATICS 2 |
YEAR 2: MATHEMATICS AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDUCATION | |
CODE | COURSE NAME |
EDU 2121 | SPECIAL EDUCATION, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING |
RES 2151 | AFRICAN CONVERSION TO CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM |
EDU 2222 | EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY |
RES 2252 | RELIGION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT |
MED 2210 | ANALYTIC GEOMETRY |
RES 2152 | HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY |
EDU 2224 | EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY |
MED 2220 | LINEAR ALGEBRA |
MED 2230 | CALCULUS 1 |
YEAR 3: MATHEMATICS AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDUCATION | |
CODE | COURSE NAME |
EDU 3121 | EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH METHODS |
RES 3151 | ISLAM IN AFRICA |
MED 3210 | ADVANCED CALCULUS |
MED 3240 | MATHEMATICS TEACHING METHODS |
EDU 3121 | EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH METHODS |
EDU 3222 | SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION |
RES 3252 | COMPARATIVE RELIGION |
MED 3230 | INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS & PROBABILITY |
MED 3450 | REAL ANALYSIS |
EDU 3129 | SCHOOL TEACHNG PRACTICE |
YEAR 4: MATHEMATICS AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDUCATION | |
CODE | COURSE NAME |
EDU 4121 | THEORY AND PRACTICE OF EDUCATION |
RES 4151 | RELIGIOUS STUDIES TEACHING METHODS |
MED 4210 | FUNCTIONS OF ONE COMPLEX VARIABLE |
MED 4240 | ADVANCED MATHEMATICS TEACHING METHODS |
RES 4252 | SOCIOLOGY OF RELIGION |
EDU 4222 | EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT |
MED 4230 | COMPLEX ANALYSIS |
Programme Aims and Objectives
The learning program for a Bachelor of Arts with Education in Mathematics Education and Religious Studies Education aims to:
- Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts and principles, and how to teach them effectively in a variety of educational settings.
- Equip students with the necessary skills and competencies to create effective and engaging learning experiences for students in the areas of mathematics and religious studies.
- Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students, allowing them to analyze and evaluate mathematical and religious concepts and apply them to real-world situations.
- Develop students’ communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to effectively collaborate with colleagues, parents, and students from diverse backgrounds.
- Prepare students to become reflective practitioners, who are constantly evaluating their own teaching practices and seeking to improve upon them.
- Cultivate an appreciation for the role of religion in society and the importance of teaching religious literacy in schools.
- Develop students’ understanding of ethical and moral issues related to teaching mathematics and religious studies, and equip them with the skills to address these issues in an informed and sensitive manner.
- Provide students with opportunities to engage with research and scholarship in the fields of mathematics education and religious studies education, and encourage them to pursue further study in these areas.