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Master’s degree in Mathematics Teaching in the 3rd Cycle of Basic and Secondary Education

Study Programme undergoing changes following the publication of Decree-Law no. 9-A/2025, of 14th February

General Objectives of the Course

The general objectives of this course are in accordance with the principles recommended by Decree Law nº 79/2014 of May 14, where is approved the legal system of professional qualification for teaching in pre-school and primary and secondary school within a larger perspective that is supported by the Vision of the University of Coimbra and its guidelines: research, teaching, knowledge transfer and resources.

Admission Requirements

1 - According to Decree-Law No. 79/2014 of 14 May, in its current wording, candidates who cumulatively meet the following conditions may apply for access to the study cycle leading to a master's degree:

a) Hold a bachelor's degree or one of the qualifications referred to in paragraphs a) to c) of paragraph 1 of article 17 of Decree-Law No. 74/2006;

b) Have obtained, in that bachelor's degree or in other higher education study cycles, 120 credits (ECTS) in the areas of training in the area of Mathematics;

c) Have oral and written command of the Portuguese language and mastery of the essential rules of logical and critical argumentation;

2 - Candidates may also apply if they meet the requirements of paragraphs a) and c) of point 1, but not paragraph b), and have obtained 75% of the necessary credits (90 ECTS) in the teaching area.

3 - Candidates may also apply if they meet the requirements of paragraphs b) and c) of point 1, but not paragraph a), and hold an academic, scientific or professional curriculum that is recognized as attesting to the capacity to complete this cycle of studies by the Scientific Council of FCTUC and have obtained a minimum of 75% of the necessary credits (90 ECTS) in the teaching área.

Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.

Professional Goals

Holders of professional qualification for teaching as defined in Article 4 of Decree-Law No. 79/2014 of May 14.

Mode of Study

Daytime regime / Face-to-face

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

Portuguese Language and English

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

As defined in Pedagogical Regulation of the University of Coimbra - Regulation No 321/2013 of 23 August.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

The main objectives of the course are the following:
• Solid knowledge of the syllabus and curriculum guidelines of Mathematics of the primary and secondary schools, and correct methodologies of scientific and pedagogical point of view.
• Ability to use in pedagogical practice the knowledge acquired in the study areas, as well as those related to specific aspects of education, including lesson planning, preparation and development of teaching materials and resources in accordance with the prevailing models of education.
• Ability to adapt to different situations of learning and human development, both in terms of teaching students of different age levels and readiness for learning, including curricular changes, development of interdisciplinary projects, and others.
• Scientific knowledge of good practice in assessment and learning.
• Knowledge of school reality, including the legislative framework for the organization of schools, allowing cooperation with the governing bodies of schools and the school community.

Course Coordinator(s)

Joana Maria da Silva Teles Correia
jteles@mat.uc.pt

ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)

Daniel Alexandre Peralta Marques Pinto
dpinto@mat.uc.pt

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Decree-Law No. 79/2014 of May 14

Graduation Requirements

Pre-service in a school and preparation and public defense of the report

Access to Further Studies

Access to the courses of the 3rd cycle in the area of Mathematics, science teaching, history of sciences and education sciences.

Study Programme

Mathematics Teaching

Academic year
2025-2026

Course Type
2nd Cycle Studies - Advanced Specialisation Master Programme

DGES Code: 6451

Qualification Awarded: Mestre

Duration: 4 Semester(s)

ECTS Credits: 120.0

Category: Advanced specialization second cycle

Applications

Call for Applications

Calendar

1st Semester: Start date: 08-09-2025
End date: 19-12-2025
2nd Semester: Start date: 09-02-2026
End date: 21-05-2026

Accreditations

Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior: 2023-01-21 a 2025-01-20
Direcção Geral de Ensino Superior: Nº Registo: R/A-Ef 1573/2011/AL01; 2015-10-05