Fort Collins , Colorado , United States
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Overview
Educational background and coursework beyond an undergraduate degree are both important factors for school districts when they consider which teachers to retain, promote, and offer a pay increase.
School districts may also evaluate teachers’ academic backgrounds when choosing new department heads. Start enhancing your professional credentials and expertise by earning the Natural Sciences Education degree created by Colorado State University specifically for current and aspiring natural science teachers.
ake the next step in your career with a science education degree
This Master of Natural Sciences Education (M.N.S.E.) is a good fit for you if you are:
- A current science teacher interested in learning new pedagogical techniques, or gaining the flexibility to teach other natural science disciplines.
- An individual with a strong science background and experience in educational settings who is interested in teaching natural science and separately pursue a teaching certification.
Benefit from CSU's strong STEM reputation
Colorado State University graduates more individuals in STEM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) than any other Colorado campus, and prepares more STEM teachers than any other university in the state.
Student Employment
Graduate students interested in employment positions (GTA, GRA, GSA appointments and hourly positions) should contact their advisor and their departmental graduate coordinator for the process to apply.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Action Research
- Curriculum Development
- Advanced Methods-Science and Math Instruction
- Myth Busters: Science/Controversy/Evaluation
- Chemistry for Science Educators
- Spectroscopy for Science Educators
- Energetics for Science Educators
- Pollution and Environmental Biology for Educators
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Education Natural Sciences View 17 other Masters in Natural Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 3
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 58
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a science or science-related discipline from a regionally accredited institution
- A 3.0 GPA in undergraduate coursework (exceptions may be made for students who are applying through Track II Admission)
- Be a practicing instructor and/or licensed educator
- Applicants with strong science backgrounds and a desire to become educators are considered for admission on a provisional basis. (Note: The M.N.S.E. program does not provide a teaching license.)
- GRE test scores are not required
Tuition Fee
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International
627 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 627 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months. -
National
627 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 627 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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