Mathematics, BA / Mathematics Education, EdM
Understand the interconnectedness of our world and inspire students to unravel the mysteries of the universe using mathematical models.
Fascinate Students With Logic
The UB Teach mathematics education program is a five-year, accelerated combined degree program earning you both a bachelor’s in mathematics and a master’s in mathematics education. It equips you with content expertise while preparing you to teach grades 5–12. You will study in both the Department of Mathematics and the Graduate School of Education’s Department of Learning and Instruction.
Enrolled students will:
- Explore the beauty of mathematics through quantity, space and structure.
- Enhance problem-solving and analytical skills for a teaching career.
- Engage in intensive clinical education experiences with diverse Western New York schools.
- Develop expertise and confidence to apply evidence-based practices in the classroom.
- Co-teach with an expert teacher during a one-year residency.
Program Overview
| Academic credential granted | Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Master of Education (EdM) |
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| Certification option | Successful completion of program leads to an institutional recommendation for New York State initial and professional certification in mathematics education |
| Grade levels | 7 to 12 with 5 to 6 extension |
| Credits required for completion | 156 |
| Time to completion | 5 years |
| Course delivery | On campus, online |
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| Application deadline | Early Action: Nov. 15 Scholarship Consideration: Dec. 8 Regular Decision: Feb. 1 Students can continue to submit an application for fall consideration until capacity is reached. |
Coursework Note
This is a sample course schedule. These courses are subject to change. As a student in the UB Teach program, you must work closely with your advisor before registering for classes.
Mathematics BA Courses
- CSE 115 Introduction to Computer Science 1
- CSE 191 Introduction to Discrete Structures
- MTH 141 College Calculus 1
- MTH 142 College Calculus 2
- MTH 241 College Calculus 3
- MTH 306 Introduction to Differential Equations
- MTH 309 Introductory Linear Algebra
- MTH 311 Introduction to Higher Mathematics
- MTH 335 Elements of Geometry
- MTH 337 Introduction to Scientific and Mathematical Computing or CSE 116 Introduction to Computer Science 2
- MTH 411 Probability Theory
- MTH 419 Introduction to Abstract Algebra
- MTH 300/400 Mathematics Elective 1
- MTH 300/400 Mathematics Elective 2
- MTH 512 Introduction to Statistical Inference
- MTH 520 Advanced Linear Algebra
- MTH 531 Introduction to Real Variables 1
- MTH 543 Fundamentals in Applied Math or MTH 548 Data-Oriented Computing for Mathematicians
Progression to Graduate Coursework
You will not apply separately to graduate study; instead, there are a series of progression points that you must meet.
Advancement to the graduate portion of the program requires that you:
- maintain a 3.0 GPA
- earn a “C” grade or higher in content courses (courses in the major)
- earn a “B-” or better in all education and graduate-level coursework
Mathematics Education EdM Courses
- CEP 400 Educational Psychology
- ELP 405 Sociology of Education
- LAI 350 Introduction to Education
- LAI 414 Adolescent Writing across Curriculum
- LAI 474 Teaching the Exceptional Learner
- LAI 552 Middle Childhood/Adolescent Literacy Methods
- LAI 595 Supervised Teaching 2
- LAI 617 Methods of Teaching Mathematics in Grades 5-12
- LAI 667 Field Experience
- LAI 668 Supervised Teaching 1
- LAI 674 Seminar in Teaching
- LAI 698 Instructional Strategies in Secondary Schools
- LAI ### Math Education Elective 1
- LAI ### Math Education Elective 2
- LAI ### Math Education Elective 3
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