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Science Teaching, MSc


The Master of Sciences is an interdepartmental degree involving the College of Education and other colleges on the campus. The Space Studies/Science Teaching option is designed for teachers aspiring to pursue a degree with greater emphasis on science content and less emphasis on pedagogy. The Space Studies/Science Teaching option includes Science Education courses as well as science, space studies, mathematics, and selected other content courses. The program is designed to provide classroom teachers with a strong background in science content balanced with the knowledge of contemporary science teaching practice, and the sound application of research.

The Space Studies/Science Teaching option allows teachers to gain specialized knowledge related to various aspects of space. Space studies courses are available on a wide variety of topics including earth systems, rocketry, biology, living in space, physics, geology, astronomy, and technology. While these courses have a strong content focus, they also emphasize the creative use of inquiry strategies, manipulative activities, and science process skills as a basis for science instruction. The program is designed primarily for teachers who wish to improve their content knowledge of space and related science fields. The program is appropriate for teachers at all levels (K-12) who wish to become leaders in the field of space studies.

Note: This program is not designed to lead to teacher licensure.

Application and Admission Process

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Course Requirements


Science Education, 12-18 Credit Hours


  • Science Methodology courses offered through the College of Education

Education, 12-18 Credit Hours


Letters, Arts, and Sciences or Space Studies Courses, 0-6 Credit Hours


  • Includes Space Studies courses, LAS graduate courses, and a limited number of 3000- and 4000-level LAS courses

Note: Students should consult with their program advisor to assure that courses selected are appropriate for credit in the Science Education program.

Offerings


The MSc in Curriculum and Instruction specializing in Science Education can be completed in only 30 credit hours. Schedules are designed to meet the needs of busy teachers.

Science Education courses are offered spring, summer, and fall terms. Students may work on coursework throughout the year in courses offered by the UCCS College of Education.

During the Fall and Spring semesters, most courses are offered in the evening to accommodate the schedules of working teachers.