Overview
The Earth and Environmental Science Education - Life, Earth Sciences Education course offered by Wright State University is designed for students pursuing careers as high school (Adolescent/Young Adult) teachers. Upon completion of the degree, students who wish to pursue teaching licensure must then complete the Professional Educators Program Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree, which is available through Wright State’s College of Education and Human Services.
Earth science (also known as geology) is the study of the earth. This includes the processes that shape its surface (both land and water) and interior. It focuses on current and past processes. Many professional earth scientists work to protect natural resources, including water and environments. Professional earth scientists also explore for new resources such as oil, gas, or minerals. Others find careers as high school teachers.
Career Opportunities:
The Earth Sciences Concentration is designed for students planning careers in fields such as environmental consulting or resource exploration. Other careers include public service within local, state, or federal regulatory agencies (EPA, Ohio EPA). It is also a choice for students planning graduate study in earth and environmental sciences.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Communication
- Mathematics
- Global Traditions
- Arts and Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Wright State University has a rolling admissions policy. Typically the admissions application deadline for each semester is the week before classes start.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Earth Sciences Environmental Sciences View 651 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Cambridge test
- Satisfactory completion of LEAP level 4 TOEFL Waiver Track
- If you have graduated from a school in a country where English is the official language for higher education, you will not be required to demonstrate English proficiency.
- International degree-seeking applicants whose native language is not English and who do not have a diploma from a U.S. senior high school accredited by the department of education of the state or territory in which it is located must demonstrate proficiency in English.
- English proficiency may be demonstrated by meeting required threshold scores on proficiency tests, such as SAT, vetted, and recommended by TESOL faculty and approved by the International Education Advisory Committee (IEAC).
Tuition Fee
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International
19758 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9879 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
19758 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9879 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
10340 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5170 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Dayton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.