The Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences Secondary Education at Missouri University of Science and Technology offers you a direct pathway to becoming a certified secondary school science teacher. This undergraduate program is ideal for those passionate about the life sciences and committed to fostering scientific literacy in young minds. You will explore fundamental biological concepts, including cell biology, genetics, ecology, and evolution, gaining the in-depth subject matter knowledge required for effective instruction. This degree is designed to equip you with both the scientific expertise and the pedagogical skills necessary to excel in secondary education.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four academic years and includes 128 credit hours of coursework, culminating in a student teaching experience in public schools across Missouri. You will engage with a comprehensive curriculum that integrates biological sciences, professional education, humanities, and social sciences. Throughout your studies, you will develop essential teaching strategies and classroom management techniques through practical field experiences. Upon graduation, you will possess a Bachelor of Arts degree and the certification required to teach biological sciences at the secondary level in Missouri, preparing you for a rewarding career in education.