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STEM Education (B.S.E.)

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A major in STEM Education prepares students to teach grades 8-12 in their chosen content area, including mathematics, biology, physics, chemistry, computer science, or earth science. You will earn a double major in STEM Education and your selected content area. The program provides hands-on experience starting in your first year with a unique transdisciplinary approach to teacher education. Students will complete 200 hours of classroom observations, followed by a full semester of student teaching.

Program Details

Delivery Method: On Campus, In-Person

Teacher Education Program: Teacher Certification Information

Scholarship Information: Student Scholarships and Awards

Accreditation: This program is approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board and accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP).

Department of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

What You'll Study

To see specific courses required for the STEM Education Degree, click here. Actual progression may vary based on factors such as AP/IB credits, dual enrollment, transfer credits, individual academic readiness. A College of Education academic advisor will help develop a path to graduation that is best suited for you.

UK Core (31-32 credit hours) 

STEM Courses (29 Hours) 

Content Areas (Choose one):  

  • Biology (60 credit hours) 
  • Chemistry (62 credit hours) 
  • Computer Science (67-70 credit hours) 
  • Earth Science (54 credit hours) 
  • Mathematics (39 credit hours) 
  • Physics (48 credit hours) 

STEM Content Support Courses (3-12 credit hours) 

How to Apply

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Admissions

Cost of Attendance

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