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Biology Education (Major: Bachelor-Level)

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Brigham Young University Idaho

Program Overview

The Biology Education Major at BYU-Idaho requires completion of specific coursework in Biology, BYU-Idaho General Education classes, and Education classes needed for certification as secondary education teacher in the state of Idaho (Idaho certification qualifies graduates to teach in 44 states). The Biology Education major at BYU-Idaho also requires the completion of a Science Education Minor. Students who graduate from this program are eligible for teacher certification in biology and in their chosen Science education minor.For a listing of approved Secondary Science Education majors and minors, see the Teacher education section of this catalog or the program notes for BS in Biology Education.

Program Key Stats

$368 per credit



96 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Education majors must maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA.No double counting of major courses.No grade less than C- in major courses.Student in this education major are required to take Science Education Minor (worth 20 credits) for graduation.The possible minors are Natural Science Education (130), Chemistry Education (172), Physics Education (178), Earth Science Education (181), or Physical Science Education (182).Course has prerequisites not in the Core Courses. Refer to catalog for description.Once you have completed 24 university credit hours a hold will be placed on your registration until you speak with theBiology Program Director.Graduation in this program does not imply or guarantee licensure or certification reciprocity or job attainment in Idaho or any other state or country

Career Options

  • Research scientist
  • Pharmacologist
  • Biologist
  • Ecologist
  • Nature conservation officer
  • Biotechnologist
  • Forensic scientist
  • Government agency roles

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