Physics Education

physics education

WHAT IS PHYSICS EDUCATION?

This major is part of the Education Exploration Group

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Students prepare to teach physics 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.

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

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.

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major Requirements Overview

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

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EDCI 2100 - Power, Privilege, and Public Education

UNIV 1820 - FYE Seminar (Education for Social Change)

PHYS 1600Q - Introduction to Modern Physics (Potential Major Requirement)

PHYS 1601Q - Fundamentals of Physics 1 (Potential Major Requirement)

MATH 1131Q - Calculus 1 (Major Requirement)