On-Campus M.A.E.
UF’s on-campus master’s in mathematics education (M.A.E.) offers in-depth instruction for students seeking rigorous preparation in pedagogy and the subject matter. With 30-credit and 36-credit pathways, graduates are prepared to teach at the community college level, pursue a doctoral degree, teach with greater expertise and effectiveness in K–12 education and more.
Interested in learning more about our on-campus program? Contact us today.
Program Overview
We offer two pathways for our on-campus master’s in mathematics education. Choose the option that best supports your career goals:
- 30-Credit M.A.E. — A focused program of study grounded in the latest research. Learn key concepts and approaches that matter most in math education.
- 36-Credit M.A.E. — A popular choice for anyone interested in teaching math at the community college level. This pathway requires 18 graduate credits from the UF mathematics department.
The on-campus master’s in mathematics education at UF is designed for:
- Current and future educators who want to teach mathematics more effectively, regardless of grade level or learning environment.
- Experienced math educators considering doctoral education and are ready to start working toward that goal.
- Aspiring community college math instructors who want to gain the advanced mathematics credentials most campuses look for when hiring.
Our students shape a program that fits their unique academic history and professional aspirations with guidance from mathematics education faculty members. All three pathways culminate in a thesis or project in lieu of thesis, completed during a student’s final semester in the program.
If you’re ready to grow into the educator you want to be, UF’s master’s in mathematics education provides the preparation you need to get there. Apply today, or contact us to learn more.
UF On-Campus Master’s in Mathematics Education (M.A.E.) Courses
30-Credit Program Requirements
Offered on-campus or online
- 9 hours of core credits
- 9 hours of mathematics specialization credits
- 9 hours of elective credits
- 3 hours of capstone or thesis credit
Core (9 credits, one from each category)
- MAE 5332 – Secondary School Mathematics Methods and Assessment
- MAE 5347 – Teaching K-6 Mathematics Methods
Research Methods Course (3 credits)
- EDG 6228 – Qualitative Research for Practitioner Scholars
- EDF 6400 – Quantitative Foundations of Education Research Overview
- EDF 6464 – Reading and Designing Qualitative Research
Teaching & Learning Course (3 credits)
- EDG 5666 – Knowing and Learning and Secondary Schools
- EDG 6305 – Multiple Perspectives on Teaching and Learning
- ESE 6345 – Effective Teaching and Classroom Management
Electives (9 credits)
Select three additional courses listed in the Core and Specialization categories or any of the courses listed below:
- TSL 5335 – ESOL and Reading for Secondary Teachers
- ESE 5426 – Data-Driven Decision-Making in Secondary Teaching
- EGS 6012 – Research Methods in Engineering Education
- EGS 6050 – Foundations in Engineering Education
- EGS 6051 – Instructional Design in Engineering Education
- EGS 6054 – Cognition, Learning, and Pedagogy in Engineering Education
- SMT 6066 – Data Wrangling and Visualization in Educational Research
- SMT 6106 – Informal STEM Practice
- EDG 6664 – Survey of Research in STEM Education
- ESE 6945 – Student Teaching in the Secondary School
- Courses in the educational technology graduate certificate program
Specialization Courses in Mathematics Education (9 credits)
Select three courses from the following:
- MAE 5396 – Using Formative Assessment to Improve Mathematical Learning
- MAE 5675 – AI for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
- MAE 6177 – Mathematics Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- EEX 6290 – Mathematics Assessment and Instruction for Struggling Learners
- MAE 6313 – Problem Solving in School Mathematics
- MAE 6349 – Classroom Contexts that Support Self-Regulated Learning and Mathematical Understandings
- MAE 7899 – Mathematics Education Seminar
Capstone or Thesis Project (3 credits)
One of the following must be taken during last semester of program:
- EDG 6971 – Research for Master’s Thesis
- EDG 6973 – Project in Lieu of Thesis
36-Credit Program Requirements
On-campus only
- 6 hours of core credits
- 3 hours in research methods
- 3 hours in teaching & learning
- 18 hours of mathematics specialization courses
- 9 hours of mathematics education specialization electives
- 3 hours of capstone or thesis credit
Core (6 credits, one from each category)
Research Methods Course (3 credits)
- EDG 6228 – Qualitative Research for Practitioner Scholars
- EDF 6400 – Quantitative Foundations of Education Research Overview
- EDF 6464 – Reading and Designing Qualitative Research
Teaching & Learning Course (3 credits)
- EDG 6305 – Multiple Perspectives on Teaching and Learning
- EDG 5666 – Knowing and Learning and Secondary Schools
- ESE 6345 – Effective Teaching and Classroom Management
Specialization Courses in Mathematics (18 credits)
Select six courses from the Math Department that are 5000-level or higher. Examples options include:
- MAA 5104 – Advanced Calculus
- MHF 5107 – Set Theory
- MHF 5207 – Foundations of Mathematics
- MAP 5304 – Intermediate Differential Equations
- MAA 5404 – Introduction to Complex Variables for Engineers and Physical Scientists
- MAP 5489 – Modeling in Mathematical Biology
- MHF 6306 – Mathematical Logic I
Specialization Courses in Mathematics Education (9 credits)
Select three courses from the following options:
- MAE 5396 – Using Formative Assessment to Improve Mathematical Learning
- MAE 5675 – AI for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
- MAE 6177 – Mathematics Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
- EEX 6290 – Mathematics Assessment and Instruction for Struggling Learners
- MAE 6313 – Problem Solving in School Mathematics
- MAE 6349 – Classroom Contexts that Support Self-Regulated Learning and Mathematical Understandings
- MAE 7899 – Mathematics Education Seminar
Capstone or Thesis Project (3 credits)
One of the following must be taken during last semester of program:
- EDG 6971: Research for Master’s Thesis
- EDG 6973: Project in Lieu of Thesis
Admission Requirement
- B.A. or B.S. in mathematics, mathematics education, or related field; 2.7 overall GPA and 3.0 upper division GPA; and completing all other general admission requirements.
- Students interested in the secondary teacher preparation/EPI option should note that applications are due by July 1 for Fall admission only.
Program Highlight
Entry: Any Semester
Typical Course Load: 6-9 credits per semester
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time and part-time
Application Deadline: July 1 (Fall)/November 1 (Spring)/April 1 (Summer)
Program Completion: About 2-3 years