Bachelor of Science
Biology teachers combine strong quantitative skills with keen observational skills to explore the living world at scales ranging from molecular and cellularto community and global. The technological revolution has added an infectious new excitement to the lessons of biology. Biology education today providesaccess to new knowledge, helping people understand how things happen in the natural and physical environment.
The employment outlook for biology education students is excellent. Graduates of Biology Education are highly sought after for High School biology, MiddleSchool science, as well as education programs at zoos, aquaria, nature centers, botanical gardens, and environmental camps. This program partners wellwith Chemistry Education and Mathematics Education for teachers in the most demand across the nation. Ferris has a strong program centered aroundthe Michigan Test for Teacher Certification in Biology, emphasizing the ecology, genetics and evolution, organismal biology, cellular function, and scientificinquiry. Graduates are prepared to teach in high schools and also have the necessary basic preparation to enter a career in industry or pursue an advanceddegree in science. One semester of directed teaching at the secondary level is required. A teaching minor is strongly recommended.
The Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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