Geology, B.S. or Geosciences, B.A. with Teacher Licensure

Requirements for Teacher Licensure in Geology:

In addition to completing the requirements for a major in geology or geosciences and the other requirements of the Teacher Education Program, the following courses are also required for licensure:

BIO 201 - Principles of Biology: Cells Credit Hours: 0 To 4
BIO 202 - Principles of Biology: Biodiversity Credit Hours: 0 To 4
PHY 260 - Introduction to Astronomy Credit Hours: 3
GGY 230 - Introduction to Weather and Climate Credit Hours: 3

Additional Information:

Additionally, to earn Secondary Science Licensure students must select at least 21 hours from three physical science areas. A minimum of two courses from each discipline is required.

For information on the Teacher Education Program admissions criteria and the courses required for licensure in North Carolina, see the –Watson College of Education section of this catalogue. Students planning to pursue licensure should apply to the Watson College of Education as soon as admissions requirements are met (typically in the sophomore year) and plan their programs in regular consultation with their advisors. Teacher licensure requirements are established at the state level and may be changed by the state at any time.