Biology, B.A. with Teacher Licensure

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This is a flexible program that can be designed by a student and an advisor to meet personal educational goals and interests that may or may not include graduate study. The program may be used to meet a set of specific requirements; for example, certification for teaching at the secondary school level. Students in this major are qualified for a wide array of positions working in the biological sciences.

Admission Requirements

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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.

Requirements for Teacher Licensure in Biology

Students seeking a Biology, B.A. with Teacher Licensure must complete major requirements found in Biology, B.A. and Teacher Education Requirement (See Watson College of Education ) and the following:

Additional Information

Biology majors may fulfill requirements for science licensure by completing 10 semester hours in two physical science areas other than biology. PHY 260  is required and will count as one of the physical science requirements.
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.