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Nurture Their Curiosity. Advance Your Career as a Science Teacher.
As a science teacher, you play a key role in developing future STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) leaders. You help fuel curious minds by teaching the skills needed to answer questions, investigate problems, and support ideas. Your role as a science teacher is important because scientific knowledge, combined with innovation and technology, is what drives our world forward.
Nova Southeastern University’s M.S. in Science Education is designed to help you develop your skills as a science teacher; pursue science education careers in administrative, corporate, and nonprofit sectors; and maximize your earnings. You’ll be prepared according to Next Generation Science Standards, as specified by the National Science Teachers Association. Gain additional knowledge in multiple science areas and skills, which will allow you to enhance your instruction of science to diverse learners. A master's degree in science education from NSU could be your next great solution.
Quick Facts
M.S. in Education - Science Education
Program Requirements (36 credits)
Credits
M.S. in Science Education Professional Licensure Disclosure (PDF)
Contact your state department of education or speak with an adviser to determine if this program is suitable for certification/licensure and your career goals.
The applied professional experience is the capstone in the completion of this program. Conducted in an appropriate educational setting, candidates will maintain reflective journals and create files of samples of their students' work and the assessment instruments used to demonstrate achievement of the state professional and content standards. All applied professional experiences are accompanied by a portfolio detailing the rationale, process, and evaluation of the project. This course is one of the many practical applications included in the program.
Admission Requirements
Ready for the Next Step?
Have the following items ready to submit with your online application:
- $50 application fee
- Transcripts from all schools attended
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