Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education - Political Science Education

Our Social Science Education program prepares pre-service teacher candidates to teach history, political science, and social science in grades 6-12. The program offers two tracks: 1). History Education, and 2). Political Science Education.This program includes coursework in various social science and humanities areas, as well as coursework in teaching methodology. The capstone of the program is the student teaching experience (internship) during the final semester.

Students majoring in our Social Science Education Program will develop skills, concepts, and methodologies in the following areas: African origins of civilization, the history and development of the American education system from pre-school to higher education, philosophies of education, and more.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students must have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 or better in basic general education course component OR a 2.50 GPA from a completed baccalaureate program.

Students must meet all “Gordon Rule” requirements.

Students must have a grade of “C” or better in the required courses taken as part of the General Education Preparation Program.

Students must successfully complete a criminal background check, have proof of medical insurance, liability insurance and

Students must complete admission interview by the College of Education Admissions Committee.

English language requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English must take an English proficiency exam. The following are the minimum scores required for undergraduate admission to the University:

Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80

Computer-based TOEFL: 173

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 6