Teaching Earth and Space Science B.A.Sc.

The Bachelor of Applied Sciences (B.A.Sc.) degree in Teaching Earth and Space Science prepares students to teach General Science (grades 5-8) and Earth & Space Science (grades 9-12). The major aligns to the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) standards for General Science in grades 5-8 and Earth & Space Sciences in grades 9-12 in Minnesota. The B.A.Sc. in Teaching Earth and Space Sciences is offered by the Department of Education in conjunction with the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Students have the option of also completing the environmental education emphasis with this major. This emphasis enhances the student's skills and knowledge by integrating environmental education into formal (pre-K-12) classrooms, as well as non-formal education settings such as parks and nature centers. A student in the environmental education emphasis must meet the same GPA requirements as for the major.

Students should use a What-if APAS Report as the official tool to see all requirements for degree completion. Since some courses are only offered in certain semesters, students are strongly encouraged to meet with their assigned academic advisor on a regular basis to establish a plan for program completion and for guidance in applying for the blocks.