Overview

Education (Mathematics Education) PACES entry only from University of Cambridge is taught by a specialist team, and it is ideal for researchers, teachers, school leaders, and other professionals looking to take the next step in their career in Mathematics Education. Many of our students are working professionals who continue in full-time posts while studying.

Key facts

The Mathematics Education course develops students' understanding of a number of important issues in the field of mathematics education. Students learn to interpret and critically engage with ideas and debates in mathematics education research in three ways:

taught sessions in mathematics education;
work on course assignments under the supervision of a member of the teaching team; and
participation in seminars led by students on the route and in project workshops.

The PACES-MEd course introduces students to research skills and specialist knowledge. Its main aims are as follows:

to examine the theoretical frameworks used in the study of education and its constituent disciplines;
provide training in research methods appropriate to education;
advance students’ capacity for professional reflection and judgment;
cater to a range of specialists interested within the field of education or one of its constituent disciplines.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The PACES-MEd Mathematics Masters modules are taught by means of a combination of lectures, seminars, reading groups, workshops and student presentations. The self-directed study includes pre-session readings, preparation for presentations, and practical research activities.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 11 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

109

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This course is only open to students who have completed the PACES at the Faculty of Education.
Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK Good II.i Honours Degree.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21758 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9328 GBP / year

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Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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