Offered as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree
Includes: Recommended math teachable courses including Calculus, Linear Algebra, Statistics and Probability, Proof based courses
Mathematics for Education is designed for students considering a career in teaching. Students can apply to York’s concurrent education program or may take a one-year consecutive education program. This BA or BSc program offers a broader background in mathematics than the other Mathematics program and encourages you to develop a wide perspective on mathematics and on the teaching and learning of mathematics. Courses or a minor for a second teachable subject can be included conveniently. There is an ongoing shortage of qualified mathematics teachers in Ontario, and across North America. This program offers excellent preparation for admission to Education programs and for future success in a teaching career, while preserving the options to transfer to other mathematics programs after second year.
Careers
A degree from the Faculty of Science opens the door to many different pathways and opportunities. York Science offers an ideal learning environment to achieve your highest potential. Our programs are known for academic excellence, with professors who are committed to your success.
Recent students have worked on pedagogical research projects on topics such as experiential learning, the improvement of the first-year experience, curriculum
development and design, open educational resources, peer mentorship and supervision, technology in the classroom, graduate student teaching training, and incoming student background preparation, all in relation to mathematics and statistics. You will have paid, volunteer, and course-credit opportunities to get involved,
give back, and develop your teaching and coaching skills, as a peer mentor, peer tutor, or study group facilitator.
Our Experiential Education Coordinator provides career support services to students looking to engage in experiential learning, including co-op and internship workshops, resume help, interview prep, and much more.
The Career Center at York offers free support and resources to students such as career development workshops, one-on-one appointments, networking events, and job boards.
Career Possibilities
This program is designed for those who wish to enter a career in mathematics education, but the program’s flexibility will give you the knowledge and skills to work in any industry looking for strong computational, analytical and
communication skills.