Are you interested in teaching science in K-12 schools?
In order to meet current state licensure requirements, we suggest that Biology majors work specific electives into their schedule. These courses would meet many of the requirements for our General Concentration or our Pre-Health Concentration.
The following courses are part of the core curriculum for all biology majors, and would not constitute additional or elective classes:
The following courses are required in some of the Biology concentrations and considered electives in others.
Those interested in pursuing a M.S. in Education at Radford University need not complete all of these courses during their undergraduate career. Indeed, logisitical planning might be challenging, as many of these courses are offered on a rotational basis. However, all of these courses should be completed prior to the completion of the M.S. degree.
Additionally, those interested in getting a jump-start in their M.S. program in Education may begin taking required education courses as an undergraduate. The School of Teacher Education and Leadership provides a checklist of courses for students seeking an M.S. in Education, with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction and Secondary Biology licensure combined.
Note: Admission the Teacher Education Program is a prerequisite to register for some education courses. Students must have a 3.0 undergraduate GPA or better (plus additional admissions requirements) to get started as an undergraduate, and a minimum 2.75 GPA for admittance to the Master's program.
For more information, please visit the School of Teacher Education and Leadership or contact Amanda Bozack, Ph.D.
Last updated 12 December 2017