This degree option, Master of Arts in Teaching, in science education is appropriate for individuals with non-education backgrounds in their baccalaureate studies. A strong science background and educational methodology are the foci of studies and prepare the individual for middle to senior high public and non-public school settings. Professional development is stressed through the use of teaching portfolios showing content background, teaching competencies, and technology in the design of instruction.
Certification studies are available in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space Science, and General Science. Details are below:
- requires Interns to take and pass the Content Knowledge test during the first summer of their program in order to obtain their Intern Certificate
- satisfies the requirements for a Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate (pending passing scores on the national PRAXIS I and II Exams, successful completion of the PA Statewide Evaluation Form for Student Professional Knowledge and Practice (PDE 430), and satisfactory performance in courses and in the internship)
- is completed in 12 months (or two terms and two summer sessions) beginning in June of the admission year
- consists of graduate course work combined with a maximum 4.5 day per week internship in a local school district from September through June
Contact Information
School of Education Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management
5500 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
230 S. Bouquet St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
PHONE: 412-648-2230
FAX: 412-648-1899
EMAIL: soeinfo@pitt.edu
ONLINE (preferred): Inquiry Form
APPLICATION: Admissions Application
