Department of Teaching and Learning

Science Education

Science Education, BS

Since their inception, the Bachelor of Science Programs in Teaching Science, Grades 7-12, has been a leader in the nationwide movement in teacher education to stimulate the study of science, technology, and society in high schools. Today, we supplement our emphasis on science, technology, and society with a focus on training teachers to adapt curricula to multicultural environments, especially in urban areas, so that all students feel more at home in studying science.

Science Education Minor

The Science Education Minor enables you to complete coursework as an undergraduate in CAS that will reduce the number of credits required of an NYU Steinhardt M.A. degree in Teachers of Science, Grades 7-12 that will fulfill the requirements for Initial teacher certification. (A special Science Education Minor is also available for Yeshiva University students.)  The master's degree will require 30 credits including student teaching internships beyond the bachelor's degree.

Clinically Rich Integrated Science Program (CRISP), MA

This one-year teacher residency program prepares career changers and college graduates to become science teachers in urban public schools. The curriculum immerses aspiring teachers in the science classroom and integrates theory, practice, and science content into daily teaching and learning experiences. Graduates are eligible for initial/professional certification in New York State in Teaching Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics), grades 7-12.

Special note:  The Program in Science Education is currently not admitting students to its regular (non teacher residency) two-year master's curriculum.

Ph.D. Program with a Focus on Science Education

NYU Steinhardt is seeking exceptional doctoral applicants who are committed to scholarship and action in educational settings, have a background in science, and would like to pursue a Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning, with a focus on science education.