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Overview The Earth and Space Sciences program at the West Chester University meets all guidelines established by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), and the National Science Teachers' Association (NSTA) for earth and space sciences certification. Middle and secondary school teachers help students delve more deeply into subjects introduced in elementary school and expose them to more information about the world.Additional responsibilities of middle and secondary school teachers may include career guidance and job placement, as well as follow-ups with students after graduation. In addition to conducting classroom activities, teachers oversee study halls and homerooms, supervise extracurricular activities, and accompany students on field trips. They may identify students with physical or mental problems and refer the students to the proper authorities. Secondary school teachers occasionally assist students in choosing courses, colleges, and careers. Teachers also participate in education conferences and workshops.HighlightsPA Earth and Space Science (ESS) certification after four (4) years of both geoscience and education-related courseworkStudent teaching experience the final semesterCourses that build career skills: problem-solving, cooperative teamwork, field work, data analysis, written/oral communication, and cutting-edge training on scientific instrumentsFlexible curriculum with opportunities for independent study research or internships for creditA faculty of nationally-known scholarsA large alumni network of professional geologists and teachers in the Philadelphia RegionAn Earth and Space Science Club, SGE (The Geology Honors Society), plus participation in the Women in Science and Astronomy ClubsGraduate assistantships (GAs), scholarships, travel and research grants available each semester! I want to find another Bachelor Course

The Bachelor of Science in Education in Earth and Space Sciences from the West Chester University is a professional degree program specifically designed to prepare certified secondary school teachers with an overall science exposure and specialization in the earth and space sciences.

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 80

Other Requirements

1Complete the application for admission.Pay a $45 non-refundable application fee online by credit card. If you are eligible to use an application fee waiver, please refer to the WCU Fee Waiver PolicySubmit an official high school transcript.Send official SAT or ACT scores - WCU will use the highest score/section on the SAT or the highest ACT composite score. The SAT/ACT requirement will be optional for students applying for the Fall 2021 semester.

Earth and Space Sciences