Master of Science in Mathematics for Educators
MSc(MAED)
Both full- and part-time
Full-time : 1 year
Part-time : 2 years
HK$130,000
Program Co-Directors:
Prof Jimmy FUNG, Professor of Mathematics
Dr Hon Ming HO, Lecturer of Mathematics
Mathematics is vital for developing a deep understanding of quantitative concepts and enhancing logical reasoning skills. It serves as a robust and powerful tool across various fields including science, engineering, and finance. The MSc program is designed specifically to enrich the knowledge of mathematics educators, focusing particularly on secondary school teachers and tutors from educational institutes. We aim to deepen their mathematical understanding, empowering them to inspire and educate future generations with greater effectiveness.
www.math.hkust.edu.hk/maed
On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Explain fundamental notions that underline the main areas of pure and applied mathematics and statistics;
- Explain the role of proof in pure mathematics;
- Explain to secondary school students the connection between the basic mathematics taught in secondary schools and more advanced mathematics;
- Use problem solving pedagogically as a way to increase student understanding and engagement in secondary schools; and
- Independently investigate additional areas of mathematics and its applications.
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Minimum Credit Requirement
27 credits
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Credit Transfer
Subject to the approval of the Program Director and the University regulations governing credit transfer, a maximum of 6 credits can be transferred to the program.
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Core Courses
15 credits
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Elective Courses
12 credits
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Remarks
Part-time students may take a maximum of 9 credits in each term.
To qualify for admission, applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Admission is selective and meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
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Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification.
Applicants have to fulfill English Language requirements with one of the following proficiency attainments:
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TOEFL-iBT: 80 *
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TOEFL-pBT: 550
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TOEFL-Revised paper-delivered test: 60 (total scores for Reading, Listening and Writing sections)
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IELTS (Academic Module): Overall score: 6.5 and All sub-score: 5.5 *
* Refers to scores in one single attempt only. Test at home option is not accepted.
Applicants are not required to present TOEFL or IELTS score if
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their first language is English, or
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they obtained the bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an institution where the medium of instruction was English.
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A bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related Science or Engineering area
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Applicants should have knowledge in Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra and Differential Equations.
Integrated Bachelor-Master Pathway
- Only for HKUST students in Year 3 or above who are studying a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related Science or Engineering area. Admissions are merit-based and decided on individual basis.
- Successful applicants will receive a conditional offer for admission to MSc(MAED) and need to pay a deposit at the prevailing deposit rate.
- They will be allowed to start taking MSc(MAED) courses in their final year of undergraduate study, and will enter the MSc(MAED) Program upon successful completion of the undergraduate degree.
- Upon entering MSc(MAED), they can transfer up to 6 credits taken during the undergraduate study to fulfill the MSc(MAED) program requirements. They will pay tuition fee for the remaining credits on a pro-rata basis, with a minimum payment for 21 credits.
Apply online before the application deadlines.
HK$250
For 2025/26 Fall Term Intake (commencing in Sep 2025):
Non-local Applicants*
Full-time: 1 Jun 2025
Part-time: 1 Jun 2025
Local Applicants
Full-time: 15 Jul 2025
Part-time: 15 Jul 2025
* Applicants are considered as non-local students if they hold (i) student visa/ entry permit; or (ii) visa under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG); or (iii) dependent visa/entry permit who were 18 years old or above when they were issued with such visa/ entry permit by the Director of Immigration. For details on student visa/ entry permit requirements, please click here.
