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Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
If you miss the deadlines specified in this section, you will not be able to submit your application.
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This course is only open to students who have completed the PACES course at the Faculty of Education.
- You are not considered a 'continuer' for the purposes of this application and you should follow the instructions as if you were a new applicant.
- It is not necessary to upload a transcript of your PACES course, but you should upload transcripts of previous qualifications.
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Selection Process
Applications are considered in three batches; firstly after the 2nd December, 26th February and 14th May.
It is possible that some applications from the early batches are held for consideration in further batches. This route may fill up well ahead of the advertised closing date. You are advised to apply by the December deadline if possible. We aim to make decisions on applications within 12 weeks of the applicable application batch deadline.
Further information on How To Apply
Things You'll Need
You should start preparing the things that you'll need when you apply. These will be mandatory, unless specifically flagged as optional.
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Two referees willing to give you a reference
Either academic or professional – please see our References guidance for more information about which type you need. Your referees will need to have submitted their reference by the course deadline. - Transcript
- CV/resume
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Evidence of competence in English
If required - please see our Competence in English guidance for more information. - Reasons for Applying (1500 characters) (mandatory)
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Written task
You are required to complete a written task and upload it along with your application documents. The task can be found within the Key Facts box on: http://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/graduate/masters/themes/mathsed/ - Assessment of suitability for part time study PACEM
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.
How to Find a Supervisor
| You are not required to find a supervisor as part of the admissions process. Supervisors will be allocated to students shortly after commencing the course. |