Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, at the University of Cincinnati, prepares graduates to become licensed and highly qualified teachers for learners at the junior and senior high school levels, grades 7-12. Students in our program gain experience teaching in urban and diverse school settings and using research-based teaching practices to meet the needs of all learners in their classes. At the secondary level, graduates specialize in one core disciplinary subject: Integrated English/Language Arts, Integrated Mathematics, Integrated Social Studies, Integrated Science, or Physics.

An Integrated science license prepares students to teach all science subject areas in grades 7 -12 in Ohio schools. Students select one science disciplinary as their primary teaching area:

Chemistry

Earth and Space Science

Life Science/Biology

An integrated science license with an emphasis in Earth and Space Sciences prepares students to teach all science subject areas in grades 7 -12 in Ohio schools. Students who select an Earth and Space Science emphasis to take courses in geology, astronomy, metrology, and oceanography to develop expertise in teaching modern theories about the origin of the earth and universe, as well as address contemporary issues such as climate change and ocean acidification. Earth and Space Science students are prepared to plan and lead instruction that builds learners’ understanding of foundational science concepts; engages learners in problem-solving and laboratory experiences, and develops collaborative teamwork to solve engineering and design projects.

Career

Graduates of the secondary education integrated science earth science program assume teaching positions in science. Secondary education earth science program graduates usually elect to teach in Ohio, but graduates teach across the nation.