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International candidates following a programme conducted in English need to have at least
                          IELTS  (International English Language Testing Services) band six (6) or TOEFL (Test of
                          English as a Foreign Language) score of five hundred and fifty (550) if the first degree was
                          obtained from a university where English was not the medium of instruction;

                                                           or

                          Passed an English Language course as required by the university before registration


            3.     Duration of Studies

                   The  minimum  duration  of  studies  for  the  Master  of  Mathematics  Education  with  Information
                   Communication and Technology are as follows:


                   (1)     Programme by Coursework and Research is for three (3) normal semesters

                   (2)     Programme by Research is for two(2) normal semesters

            4.     Programme Goals

                   The target is to produce graduates who are qualified and highly skilled to produce graduates who are
                   knowledgeable, skilled and able to catalyse the development and changes in ICT-based mathematics
                   education,  with  ability  to  make  accurate  and    effective  decisions  in  matters  relating  to  ICT-based
                   mathematics  education,  ability  to  contribute  as  a  productive  member  in  the  development    of
                   mathematics education and the use of ICT in mathematics education, ability to assess the scientific
                   literature on mathematics education and the use of ICT in education effectively and ability to conduct
                   viable research in ICT-based mathematics education.

            5.     Programme Outcomes

                   At the end of the programme, candidates are able to:

                               Acquire and develop knowledge of ICT application in mathematics education and the
                    PO1        latest advances in computer aided teaching and learning of mathematics;

                   PO2         Apply various educational theories in mathematics ateaching and learning based on
                               ICT as well as conduct relevant research with effectiveness and efficiency;

                   PO3         Make a positive contribution in fulfilling social responsibility related to ICT usage in
                               mathematics education in the local as well as international areana;

                   PO4         Practice  noble  values,  positive  attitude,  and  professional  ethics  in  the  field  of
                               education and daily life;
                               Use knowledge of mathematics and technology to strengthen communication,
                   PO5         enhance leadership and increase the capability for teamwork;

                   PO6         Enhance thinking skills and act in a scientific manner as well as strengthen problem
                               solving skills involving mathematics and ICT;

                   PO7         Involve  in  lifelong  learning  and  manage  information  related  to  mathematics  and
                               science education; and

                   PO8         Create local and global networks with  various stakeholders to raise the quality og
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