Bachelor of Science [B.S] Biological Sciences - Secondary Teaching Emphasis Initial license in Science (Grades 7-12)
Our faculty, academic advisers, and career counselors offer extensive support to ensure that you get the most out of your biology bachelor’s degree. You’ll choose one of four concentrations, depending on the career path you’d most like to pursue. No matter which concentration you select, you’ll build real-world skills and expertise to prepare you for the next step on your journey—be it medical school, graduate studies, laboratory research, teaching, or another career.
If you’re interested in a career as a science teacher, this program provides you with all the required preparation (including student teaching) to qualify you for the state licensing exam. You’ll gain a broad background in biological subject matter, along with practical field experience in middle- and high-school classrooms and coursework in classroom management, instructional techniques, curriculum development, and assessment.
Examinations
Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
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IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
PTE | Pearson Test of English | 40 | 90 | 3 |