Science Teaching (K-12)
College of Science, Engineering & Technology | Academic Programs
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The State of Minnesota grants science teacher licensure for grades 5-8 general science, 9-12 Chemistry, 9-12 Earth Science, 9-12 Life Science, and 9-12 Physics. Students earning a degree in Earth Science Teaching, Life Science Teaching or Physics Teaching from Minnesota State Mankato will qualify for two licenses (1) 5-8 general science and (2) 9-12 specialty. Students earning a degree in Chemistry Teaching will qualify only for the 9-12 Chemistry license.
Your Future Opportunities
Obtaining a major in Science Teaching (K-12) prepares students for a variety of career opportunities.
Careers in this field
- Chemisty Teacher (K-12)
- Life Science Teacher (K-12)
- Physics Teacher (K-12)
- Earth Science Teacher (K-12)
