Programa de Pós-Graduação em Computação Aplicada

The Program

Approved by CAPES in the first semester of 2012, the Professional Master's Program in Science and Mathematics Education is the result of a long, fruitful, and continuous experience in teaching, research, and extension generated in undergraduate and bachelor's programs in the fields of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, and Technologies.

The research conducted in the Professional Master's Program is linked to the professional environment of the students or the environment in which they intend to work: schools, universities, museums, science centers, planetariums, NGOs, and other formal or informal teaching and learning spaces. Graduates of the Master's Program are also qualified to conduct research on relevant topics in the areas of Teaching and Education, to pursue doctoral studies, and to teach at the higher education level. The program confers the degree of Master in Science and Mathematics Education.

Objective

The Professional Master's Program in Science and Mathematics Education aims to enhance the skills of professionals who work or are interested in working in Basic, Technical, or Higher Education in areas related to Science, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Technologies, and related fields, in formal and non-formal educational spaces. This is achieved through an in-depth exploration of theoretical and methodological issues associated with teaching and learning processes, providing an interdisciplinary, critical, and autonomous education, and aiming to develop an educational product that meets the community's demands for quality education.

Concentration Area

  • Teacher Training in Science and Mathematics

Research Lines

  • Educational foundations and strategies in teaching science and mathematics Objective: To investigate, evaluate, and implement educational strategies in light of the foundations of education.
  • Technologies, resources and teaching materials for teaching science and mathematics Objective: To propose, based on studies and research applied to the teaching of science and mathematics, the implementation of new technologies, material resources, and innovative teaching materials.

Target Audience

Professionals who work or are interested in working in different educational spaces and levels.

Duration

24 months

Selection Process

Admission to the Master's Program is annual and is carried out through a selection process regulated by a specific notice issued by the Pro-Rectory of Research, Innovation, and Technological Development.

To obtain the title of Master in Science and Mathematics Education, the student must complete 37 credits, distributed as follows:

  • 19 credits for mandatory core courses, required for all students;
  • 2 credits for courses in specific knowledge areas;
  • 2 credits for courses in research lines;
  • 6 credits for the final project;
  • 8 additional credits, distributed as follows: 2 credits for presenting work at conferences, publishing articles, participating in mentoring activities at events such as science fairs, scientific exhibitions, and others, at the discretion of the Program's committee; and 6 credits for supervised internships.

Students are also required to demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language (English or Spanish), which is a prerequisite for requesting the defense of the final project. The proficiency exam, focused on reading and comprehension, will be taken during the course.

Professional Master's Program in Science and Mathematics Education - PPGECiMa

Coordination: Prof. Odilon Giovannini Jr.
Phone: +55 54 3218-2575 | E-mail: ppgecima@ucs.br
V Building | Main Campus