East China Normal University (ECNU) is one of the most prestigious universities in China and is sponsored by the national programs “Project 211”, “Project 985” and “Double First-Class”. As the first normal university founded in the country after the founding of the People’s Republic of China, ECNU has been a leading force in the reform and development of teacher education in China. The School of Mathematical Sciences of ECNU is an influential base of mathematics research, talent cultivation, and training of professional mathematics teachers. In recent years, the mathematics discipline ranked top 1% in the world-renowned ESI Ranking. The 14th International Congress on Mathematical Education (ICME-14) was held successfully at ECNU in July 2021, which was the first time that the congress was held in China.

The Master of Science Program in Mathematics Education is suitable for those who wish to later become school mathematics teachers or pursue a doctoral degree in mathematics education. The M.S. degree is an advanced professional degree designed to prepare students for professional careers as elementary and secondary school mathematics teachers. The program of studies for the degree is designed to develop the students’ knowledge of mathematics and education, as well as the teaching of mathematics.The duration of the Master of Science program is 3 years. Students are expected to be awarded the M.S. degree upon satisfactory completion of the required credits. After enrollment, students can choose whether to apply for the IB program or not. If students apply for the IBDP Mathematics Teacher Certificate and fulfilling the corresponding requirements, they are eligible to receive the M.S. degree plus an IB certificate. If not, they can apply for early graduation on the premise of completing the required credits in 2 years.

Students must complete a minimum of 26 credits of graduate courses in mathematics content, mathematics education, general education, and interdisciplinary electives. In particular, students in the IBDP Mathematics Teacher Certificate program should refer to the International Educator Certificate Program brochure for information on additional requirements for the IB certification. All applicants for the M.S. degree must complete a written master dissertation (in English) and pass the dissertation defense.

Note: * for IBDP Mathematics Teacher Certificate, the applicant needs to fulfill the corresponding requirements; see details: http://www.gcie.ecnu.edu.cn/b1/cb/c14156a176587/page.htm.

Prospective students are expected to have completed a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or other related fields. For general information about the admission and degree requirements, please refer to the ECNU Global Education Center Bulletin at http://lxs.ecnu.edu.cn/en/admission/degree-program/graduate-program