Bachelor of Science in Education Degrees
The Bachelor of Science in Education curriculum offers two programs for teaching in elementary (1-8, K-8) and secondary schools (5-12).
Elementary Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in Elementary Education includes General Education courses and both pre-professional and professional education courses. Early childhood education and reading concentrations are available, as are courses for middle school English, mathematics, social studies, and science. These concentrations and options lead to special state endorsements and/or credentials.
Secondary Education
The Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a major in an approved secondary teaching subject includes courses in General Education, pre-professional and professional education, the major field, and elective areas. In selecting major and minor fields, students should consider both their own interests and the most common combinations in secondary schools.
Major Fields Are:
Biology Education
Business Education
Chemistry Education
English Education
History Education
Mathematics Education
Music Education – Instrumental, Choral, or Composite options
Physical Education
Composite Science Education - Biology or Earth Science tracks
Composite Social Science Education
Technology Education (in cooperation with Valley City State University)
For K-12 licensure in art, physical education, and music, students must take additional work in the major plus a sequence of professional education courses that give them a background in working with elementary students. The specific courses in the major can be found under the appropriate major section in the catalog. Specifics of the professional core are found under the Department of Teacher Education.