Appalachian State University, USA, Boone

Physics (Secondary Education), B.Sc.

Course Highlights

Through Appalachian State University's Physics (BS) Secondary Education degree, you will receive the guidance and instruction to harness these concepts and share that knowledge as a teacher of high school physics, math, chemistry and even biology the primary focus being physics. The program combines the strengths of the Department of Physics and Astronomy with the rigorous teacher preparation in Appalachian's Reich College of Education. Graduates of the program are in high demand for teaching positions in North Carolina and across the country.

Career Opportunities

The skills and experience you develop during your education degree prepare you for a range of careers working with children and young people Job options Jobs directly related to your degree include: Community education officer Early years teacher Education administrator English as a foreign language teacher Further education teacher Learning mentor Primary school teacher Secondary school teacher Special educational needs teacher Teaching assistant Jobs where your degree would be useful: Careers adviser Child psychotherapist Counsellor Family support worker Museum education officer Play therapist Youth worker Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.

Course Overview

The concepts of physics are basic to matter, energy and all phenomena. They help us understand how the world around us works, from cell phones to tsunamis, anatomy to cathedrals and DNA to black holes. Physics is the basis for modern technology, and for the tools and instruments used in medicine, engineering, manufacturing and other sciences. In addition to receiving a well-rounded course of study in pure physics, you will shadow Physics and Astronomy faculty members in classrooms and labs, and have the opportunity to work with them on research and other creative projects. Combine all that with access to top-notch resources including the Dark Sky Observatory on campus, millions of dollars worth of electron microscopes and an atmospheric physics research station funded by NASA and Appalachian's Department of Physics and Astronomy is an extraordinary place to learn and grow. Employment: Students who graduate from this program go on to teach at schools in North Carolina, including Eastern Guilford High School, Lake Norman High School, Mitchell High School and East Forsyth High School.

Subjects

Programme Structure Core courses include: General Physics I & II or Analytical Physics I & II Intermediate Physics I & II Physics Laboratory Techniques and Data Analysis Modern Physics Physics Instruction Practicum Instructional Assistance Methods of Experimental Physics Plus courses in biology, geology, chemistry, mathematics and additional teacher preparation courses

Fees

AUD/year

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements Submit a complete application prior to the notification period deadline. A complete application includes the following items: A completed online application; A non-refundable application fee of $55. Appalachian accepts Official Application Fee Waivers from the College Board, ACT and National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC). For questions about fee waivers please contact your High School College Counselor; Official copy of high school transcripts that includes grades 9 to 12; Official test scores (either SAT or ACT); Official college transcripts submitted directly to Appalachian from each previously attended institution; (this is especially important for students from Early College and Middle College schools) or Additional information requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions. Admission to Appalachian's Teacher Education Program is required!New Teacher Education Application Process.In order to apply, you must meet all of the pre-requisites: A current CBC (within 6 months of your application) Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher 45 semester hours or more A C or better in ENG 1000, FDN 2400, & CI 2300 No Grades of Incomplete Test Scores

English Entry Requirement

5.5

Contact Details

Appalachian State University