Mathematics: Mathematics and Education
Please refer to the general Mathematics Master section for an overview of the courses given this year in this track.
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The programme consists of a mathematically (60 EC, taught in English) and an education (60 EC, taught in Dutch) oriented component.
The mathematics component of this track consists of a research project in one of the research groups within the Leiden Mathematical Institute, including a master’s thesis and an oral presentation. The choices for lecture series and research project will be made in concert with a personal adviser.
The education part of the programme (60 EC) is taught in Dutch. It is offered by the Leiden University Graduate School of Teaching (ICLON), and consists of the following components:
Teaching Practice 30 EC
Educational Theory 5 EC
Supervision of Professional Development 7 EC
Teaching Methodology 10 EC
Specialisation 8 EC
For students attending the Education track it is strongly recommended that the BSc programme has included the 10-EC-course Learning, Presentation and Communication, offered by the Leiden University Graduate School of Teaching (ICLON), or an equivalent course.