Ignite and sustain your excitement about mathematics and learning with FPU’s master of arts in education with an emphasis in mathematics education. This program, designed for multiple subject teachers, provides a deeper understanding of the key mathematical concepts encountered at elementary and middle school grade levels, and how to teach these concepts effectively. Candidates gain both content knowledge and an understanding of how to foster interest in math among students of varying abilities and backgrounds.

Highlights

Career opportunities

Graduates gain a deeper understanding of the key mathematical concepts encountered at their grade level and how to teach these concepts effectively. Successful graduates of this program have become district math coordinators or math instructors at the community college level.

Program director

Christopher Brownell, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Mathematics and STEM Education

Admission requirements

• Application form and fee
• Orientation interview with program director
• Statement of intent 
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts verifying BA/BS degree
• Letter of explanation if your GPA is under 3.0

Course listing

Required Courses (33 Units)

Select electives from the following courses

* May be repeated with program director

Master of Arts Core