Chemistry Education

chemistry education

WHAT IS CHEMISTRY EDUCATION?

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Students prepare to teach chemistry for grades 7-12, depending on academic preparation. Students complete general education requirements, a 36-credit subject area major in the academic area of preparation, and required courses in professional education.

HOW TO DECLARE:

APPLICATION REQUIRED. Applicants MUST complete 54 credits of undergraduate coursework by the end of the spring semester prior to their official admission to the program. Strong GPA and interview required. Find more information and the application here.

 

MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

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EDCI 2100 - Power, Privilege, and Public Education (Gen Ed: CA 2 and CA 4)

UNIV 1820 - FYE Seminar (Education for Social Change)

CHEM 1124Q - Fundamentals in General Chemistry 1  OR  CHEM 1127Q - General Chemistry 1 (Major Requirement) (Gen Ed: Ca 3-LAB)

MATH 1131Q - Calculus 1 (Major Requirement) (Gen Ed: Q Course)

 

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

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