M.A. in Mathematical Foundation
The Master of Arts in Mathematical Foundations program is designed to prepare "Highly-Qualified" Elementary, Middle School and Special Education Mathematics Teachers. It is not an appropriate program for teachers who hold an undergraduate degree in mathematics.
The program is offered through University College with an administrative office located on the Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, N.J. The courses are offered at various off-campus locations. Each course is conducted in an eleven week time period.
Admission Requirements:
Students applying for admission to FDU’s M.A. in Mathematical Foundations program may hold a baccalaureate degree in any subject area from an accredited college or university. Applicants also are asked to provide;
- An official transcript of their undergraduate studies
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE or PRAXIS scores, or copy of NJ Teaching Certificate.
Degree Requirements:
Required Courses (24 credits)
| MATH6507 | World of Mathematics: The Numerical View | 3 |
| MATH6508 | World of Mathematics: The Algebraic View | 3 |
| MATH6509 | World of Mathematics: The Geometric View | 3 |
| MATH6512 | World of Mathematics: Seminar | 3 |
| MATH6513 | World of Mathematics: Mathematics in Science | 3 |
| MATH6514 | World of Mathematics: Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH6515 | World of Mathematics: Integrating Technology in the Mathematics Classroom | 3 |
| MATH6516 | World of Mathematics: Data Analysis & Probability | 3 |
Elective Courses (9 credits)
With the approval of the student’s academic adviser, elective courses may be selected from graduate offerings in science, education, psychology, computer science or mathematics.
Application
Please find the application form by clicking here.
Contact Us
Dr. Malcolm Sturchio
The Master of Arts in Mathematical Foundations
Fairleigh Dickinson University
1000, River Road / H-DH4-03
Teaneck, NJ - 07666
Phone: (201)-692-2332
FAX : (201)-692-7349
e-mail: mal@fdu.edu
