Physics Major - Secondary Education
Acceptance to Physics Major Requirements:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 191 | Foundations of Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 200 | Foundations of Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 211 | Foundations of Physics III | 4 |
| PHYS 332 | Intermediate Physics Laboratory | 1 |
| MATH 120 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 239 | Linear Algebra | 4 |
Minimum Grade and/or GPA for required courses: 2.50 GPA
Acceptance to Education Department
Students must make formal application to the Education Department for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Application is made while students are enrolled in EDUC 212 or EDUC 213. Descriptions of all admission requirements and the application process are specified on the Education Department's website at https://www.csbsju.edu/education/student-resources/apply-to-the-program
Due to the professional nature of this program, students must:
- Maintain a cumulative, content area, department, and additional license GPA of 2.50 or above. In addition, a grade of C or above is required in content area, minor, and additional license courses
- Successfully complete edTPA during student teaching
- Complete background checks as required by the districts in which students are placed for field and student teaching experiences. Individual schools and districts will determine student eligibility to participate in field experiences per their policies regarding background checks.
- Purchase liability insurance through Education Minnesota on an annual basis.
- Students should reference the Education Department website for additional information about requirements.