Secondary Science Education
As a student in the program, you will choose to focus on a single field of science
while gaining a broad understanding by taking courses across scientific disciplines.
You can also select a major, a minor, or take elective courses to pursue additional endorsements on your future teaching license to increase your marketability.
Alongside science coursework, you will deep-dive into current and historical best
practices in pedagogy and assessment while learning how to incorporate special education
techniques, technology, and multicultural learning strategies into your teaching practice.
Real-world classroom experience will allow you to practice classroom management skills
and teaching methods to build confidence and expertise.
As an on-campus student in Laramie you will benefit from several opportunities to
ensure your success in the secondary education bachelor’s program. UW also offers
the B.A. in Secondary Biological Science Education in Casper, which allows you to
complete the entire program and utilize resources at UW-Casper as an on-campus student.
The B.A. in Science Education is nationally recognized by the National Science Teachers
Association (NSTA) and the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preperation
(AAQEP). Those who complete the program will earn a B.A. in Secondary Education with
an equivalent major in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or environmental systems
science and a specialization in secondary science. Upon graduation, you will be eligible
to apply for your Wyoming teaching license to teach grades 6-12.
Middle and high school science teachers inspire curiosity and wonder in their students
every day. University of Wyoming’s Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Science Education
program will help you become the teacher that lights the spark in the minds of tomorrow’s
great problem solvers and visionaries.
