Course overview
Combine a passion for mathematics with the skills, knowledge and practical experiences required for teacher registration and employment. Students receive a thorough preparation for their teaching areas through their professional studies in education. These studies draw on practical learning and the latest research into effective teaching to ensure that they well-equipped to teach. Study a combination of essential and specialised topics in mathematics, including calculus, linear algebra and differential equations and recent applications in coding and cryptology, mathematical physics and biology, bioinformatics and finance. Be well prepared for secondary school teaching or for training roles in business or industry. Secondary teaching is a rewarding career with specialist mathematics and science teachers in demand worldwide and throughout Australia. For more information, visit Bachelor of Mathematics/Education (Secondary) at UQ.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Secondary school teaching (with further study); principal; curriculum adviser; guidance or career officer; department head.
Majors
Applied mathematics, data analytics and operations research, mathematical physics, pure mathematics, statistics.
Entry requirements
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IB Diploma
34.6-37.2Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
English requirement
IELTS 7.5 (L 8 / R 7 / W 7 / S 8)TOEFL iBT 102 (L 28 / R 24 / W 27 / S 26)PTE Academic 73-78 (L 79 / R 65 / W 65 / S 79)Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 191-199 (L 200 / R 185 / W 185 / S 200)
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Student profile
Total students15
#2025Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- St LuciaQLDFebruary 2026
- St LuciaQLDJuly 2026
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