Programmes

Bachelor of Science Degree in Science & Education - Physics & Chemistry

Programme Code: UBSSEPCFXU1A

Programme Description

The BSc. in Science and Education is designed to prepare competent science and mathematics teachers for the education system at the upper secondary levels (CSEC and CAPE).

The curriculum will equip graduates with in-depth knowledge of two pure science subjects as well as provide the specific techniques, skills and teaching experience necessary for them to become effective educators.

Graduates will be more analytical in their approach to the teaching of mathematics and science

Programme Design

The BSc. in Science and Education degree consists of a double science major along with supporting education courses and electives.  The two science majors will be selected from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics.  The degree consists of 137 credits completed over eight (8) semesters.  This includes two supervised periods of  Teaching Practice in Year 3 and Year 4.

Entry Requirements

In addition to passing a final selection interview, the applicant should satisfy the following requirements:

  • A minimum of five (5) CSEC General proficiency levels 1, 2 or 3 (3 as of June 1998) or GCE O’Level A, B & C in English Language, Mathematics and two science subjects relevant to areas of specialization and any other subject.
  • Applicants with other types of academic qualifications will be evaluated in accordance with the University’s regulation on academic equivalency.Persons 25 years of age and above who are not eligible for admission under the normal entry requirements outlined above may apply for MATURE ENTRY by submitting a portfolio attesting to their attainments and/or relevant experience.

Detailed Programme Structure
YEAR 1 (Semester 1)    
Module Code Module Name Credits  
  Academic Writing 1
3
  
  Information Technology
3
  
  Foundations of Education      
3
  
  Introduction to Psychology
3
  
  College Mathematics 1B
4
  
 

School observations
 
  Community Service Programme
1
  
  Subtotal
17
  
       
  (Semester 2)
 
  Learning Theories & Practice
3
  
  Adolescent & Adult Psychology
3
  
  Science Major – 1b
4
  
  Science Major – 2b
4
  
  Introduction to Calculus
 
  Subtotal
16
  
       
YEAR 2 (Semester 1)    
Module Code Module Name Credits  
  Academic  Writing 2
3
  
  Instructional Technology       
3
  
  Science Major – 1b**
4
  
  Science Major – 2b
4
  
  Science Major – 1c 
4
  
  Science Major – 2c
4
  
  Subtotal
22
  
       
  (Semester 2)    
  Science Major – 1d
4
  
  Science Major – 2d
4
  
  Instructional Methods           
3
  
  Classroom Behaviour Management
3
  
  Subtotal
16
  
       
YEAR 3 (Semester 1)    
Module Code Module Name Credits  
  Assessment in Education
3
  
  University Elective
3
  
  Science Major – 1e**             
4
  
  Science Major – 2e                 
4
  
  Teaching practice 1 (2 wks.)
1
  
  Subtotal
15
  
       
  (Semester 2)    
  Science Major – 1f 
4
  
  Science Major – 2f 
4
  
  Science Major – 1g 
4
  
  Science Major – 2g 
4
  
  Curriculum Planning & Dev.
3
  
  University Elective
3
  
  Research Methods
3
  
  Subtotal
22
  
       
YEAR 4 (Semester 1)    
Module Code Module Name Credits  
  University Elective                
3
  
  Science Major – 1h
4
  
  Science Major – 2h
4
  
  Subtotal
11
  
       
  (Semester 2)    
  Teaching Practice 2 (8 wks)
4
  
  Integrative Study   
3
  
  Science Major – 1h
4
  
  Science Major – 2h
4
  
  Subtotal
15
  
   
 

**  Student chooses two majors from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.   a-h refers to courses in the specific science major.