The prerequisite to obtain a teacher's post in mathematical subjects is a completed Master of Science degree, including studies in two teaching subjects. In addition the student must complete 60 credits of pedagogical studies organized by the Faculty of Education. The pedagogical studies provide the professional competence for teaching and are usually included partly in the Bachelor's and partly in the Master's degree.

The studies in the major teaching subject must contain basic, intermediate and advanced studies, including the Master’s thesis. Applicants have to choose within the programme whether they are applying for the subject teacher training programme in physics, chemistry or mathematics (only one can be chosen). The student selection is made according to the admission requirements. The applicant may only choose a subject for which he/she has received at least the grade magna cum laude approbatur in the Finnish matriculation examination.