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Masters of Science (M.S.) Degree in Science Education


REQUIREMENTS   |   APPLY   |   FUNDING   |   COURSES


Requirements/Description:

Description: The Department of Science Teaching at Syracuse University draws upon the resources of the University’s College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education to provide excellent pre-service and in-service science teacher preparation and to conduct innovative research in science education. The faculty is devoted to preparing outstanding science teachers at the elementary, secondary, and college levels by supervising students in the field, conducting enrichment programs for teachers and their students

  • M.S. in Science Education/Biology Preparation 7-12
  • M.S. in Science Education/Chemistry Preparation 7-12
  • M.S. in Science Education/Physics Preparation 7-12
  • M.S. in Science Education/Earth Science Preparation 7-12

What can you do with degree? Graduates of the M.S. programs in science education typically become science teachers at the high school or middle school levels. Others seek careers as curriculum developers, professional development providers, and general science education consultants. Many pursue further graduate studies in science education, educational administration, or both.

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Apply:

Students who are interested in applying for admission are encouraged to explore the Department of Science Teaching website and schedule a campus visit to meet with faculty about their research and teaching interests. Applicants are required to complete the graduate program application available through the University’s Graduate School.

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Funding:

In addition to traditional Financial Aid opportunities, information about funding opprotunities unique to student who desire to become mathematics and science teachers is available on the School of Education web site.

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Courses:


FALL SEMESTER: 

 
EDU 605   
 Understanding Teaching (includes a minimum of 25 hours of field experience)
EDU 607 

 Principles of Teaching and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms (includes a minimum of 25 hours of field experience)

 

CANDIDACY SEMESTER – SPRING SEMESTER (ONLY):

 

SCE 613

Methods and Curriculum in Teaching Science
SED 609 

Adapting Instruction for Diverse Student Needs
EDU 508

 Student Teaching/Candidacy (includes 120 hours of student teaching, M-F mornings for several weeks over a period including SU spring break, as well as 25 hours of pre-student teaching field experience)

 

SUMMER SESSION:
RED 625 

Literacy Across the Curriculum (includes 30 hours of field experience)
SCE 614 

The Nature of Science in Science Education

 

STANDARD STUDENT TEACHING SEMESTER –FALL SEMESTER (ONLY):

 
EDU 508 
 Student Teaching (includes 11 weeks of full time student teaching)
SED 615 

Teacher Development/Science
SED 640     

Participation in the Professional Development School (Academy of Science Educators)

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