Overview

The Biological Sciences - Biology Adolescence Education at University at Buffalo is an accelerated combined degree designed for students who wish to master life sciences while developing professional teaching skills. This unique five-year pathway integrates a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a Master of Education, ensuring graduates are fully prepared for the demands of modern science classrooms. By blending rigorous scientific inquiry with evidence-based pedagogical training, the programme creates educators who are both subject-matter experts and skilled instructional leaders.

Why Biological Sciences - Biology Adolescence Education at University at Buffalo?

Students benefit from the dual expertise of the Department of Biological Sciences and the Department of Learning and Instruction. The curriculum features the "Lead With the Lab" initiative, which is specifically designed to foster intellectual curiosity and critical thinking within the life sciences. A major highlight of the programme is the intensive clinical experience, which includes a full one-year teaching residency in Western New York schools. This hands-on approach allows students to develop confidence through co-teaching and the implementation of evidence-based practices in real-world educational settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 14250 per semester
National fee: USD 14250 per semester
Local fee: USD 3535 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided between foundational biological sciences and advanced educational methodology. Modules may include:

Evolutionary Biology
Cell Biology
General Physiology
Biological Chemistry
Ecology
Genetics
Bioinformatics/Genome Analysis
Educational Psychology
Sociology of Education

In the final stages of the programme, students complete specialised education modules such as Teaching the Exceptional Learner, Science Curricula, and Adolescent Writing across Curriculum, alongside their supervised teaching residencies.

Careers with Biological Sciences - Biology Adolescence Education

Graduates are primarily prepared for careers as biology teachers in secondary education, covering grades 5 through 12. The comprehensive scientific and instructional training also opens doors to roles outside of the traditional classroom. Potential career paths include working as science and curriculum specialists, or pursuing educational roles within museums and environmental organisations. The programme provides the necessary institutional recommendation for New York State initial and professional certification, facilitating a direct entry into the teaching profession.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evolutionary Biology

Cell Biology

General Physiology

Science Curricula; Current Approaches

Science Instruction Topics

Measurement and Evaluation in Science Instruction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Students can continue to submit an application for fall consideration until capacity is reached.

Language

English

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Credits

161 SCH

161 to 163

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Admission to UB’s freshman class is selective and is based in part on the quality of your secondary school academic record and the number of spaces available in the class

You should feel confident applying to UB if you have an above-average academic record and have taken challenging courses in high school to help prepare you to be successful at university

UB uses a 4.0 grading scale and we expect students applying here to have the equivalent of a 3.0 on that scale. That is the same as a grade of B or 83 on a 100-point scale

English language requirements

Personal Essay

You must submit one (1) teacher recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Out-of-State

28500 USD / year

≈ 28500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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