Overview

This Biology Education option at California State University Long Beach requires 80-87 units in the major, of which 46-48 are lower division and 34-39 are upper division. Prospective students should consult the Single Subject Science Education Advisor in the Department of Science Education early to plan their program.

Learning outcomes

Describe basic biological principles operating at the molecular, cellular, organismal, population and community levels.
Apply and use methods of scientific inquiry. Be able to pose questions, design experiments, and solve problems.
Use appropriate instruments, experimental techniques and quantitative methods to collect, organize and interpret data.
Be able to locate and critically to evaluate scientific literature, including on-line resources.
Communicate findings in written and oral form using appropriate format, language, and images.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Marine Biology
Evolution and Diversity
Cell and Molecular Biology
Ecology and Physiology
Biostatistics
Astronomy
Earth Science for Teachers
Geology Laboratory
Microbiology
Mechanics and Heat
Electricity and Magnetism
Organic Chemistry
The Nature of Science and Scientific Reasoning for Teachers
Evolutionary Biology
Molecular Cell Biology
Ecology
Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Teaching Genetics View 1215 other Bachelors in Teaching in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete each of the courses in the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements with a grade of C or higher prior to high school graduation.
Graduate from high school by the end of the Spring term prior to Fall enrollment.
All transcripts from all institutions attended
SAT/ACT scores

Graduates of California high schools and other California residents:

2.5 GPA or greater in college preparatory subjects, AND 3,200 minimum “CSULB Index” to be considered, for non-STEM major
a 3,600 minimum “STEM Index” for STEM majors. (Be aware this is higher than the minimum for CSU system-wide eligibility.)

Other non-California residents:

3.0 GPA or greater in college preparatory subjects, AND 3,500 minimum “CSULB Index” to be considered, for non-STEM major
a 3,600 minimum “STEM Index” for STEM majors.

Tuition Fee

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International

17430 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17430 USD per year during 48 months.
National

17430 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17430 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7378 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7378 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Long Beach

1400 - 2000 USD /month

Living costs

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

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