Bachelor of Science in Science & Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
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Course Overview
Credits
Mode of Delivery
In Person
level 1 est. tuition
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The amounts quoted for are the existing fees for the Academic Year 2024/2025 and are subject to changes based on variation in the number of credits assigned to the course of study and the cost per credit at the time of delivery
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Course Details
Course Goals and ObjectivesÂ
The course is designed to:Â
- Facilitate the student teacher’s acquisition of skills and attitudes for the effective teaching of Science and/or Mathematics at the secondary level.Â
- Assist student teachers in developing an awareness and understanding of the importance of science education in national development.Â
- Help student teachers conduct education or scientific research, apply scientific knowledge, and use scientific skills for the solution of problems.Â
- Train student teachers to appreciate and use technology that will enhance the teaching and learning process.Â
- Prepare teachers of science subjects who will provide the appropriate quality leadership, administration and supervision of science courses of study in the secondary education system.Â
- Provide prospective teachers with skills in curriculum planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Science courses.Â
- Provide opportunities for student teachers to grow in confidence as independent learners and develop the attitudes and behavioural standards essential for good citizenship.Â
Course Design
The BSc. in Science and Education degree consists of two sciences selected from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics, joint with education, along with supporting modules and electives.Â
Students can choose to Major in any option and minor in another, credits range from approximately 139 – 144. Credits are completed over eight (8) semesters. This includes two supervised periods of Teaching Practice in Year 3 and Year 4.
Estimated Tuition – Level 1
| Course of Study (Major and Minor Combination) | JMD ($) | USD ($) |
| Biology Major – Chemistry Minor | $474,360.00 | $11,117.00 |
| Biology Major – Mathematics Minor | $529,030.00 | $12,195.00 |
| Biology Major – Physics Minor | $555,780.00 | $12,757.00 |
| Chemistry Major – Biology Minor | $474,360.00 | $11,117.00 |
| Chemistry Major – Mathematics Minor | $542,260.00 | $12,427.00 |
| Chemistry Major – Physics Minor | $516,150.00 | $11,993.00 |
| Mathematics Major – Biology Minor | $474,360.00 | $10,907.00 |
| Mathematics Major – Chemistry Minor | $499,420.00 | $11,461.00 |
| Mathematics Major – Physics Minor | $529,030.00 | $12,195.00 |
| Physics Major – Biology Minor | $545,760.00 | $12,727.00 |
| Physics Major – Chemistry Minor | $541,500.00 | $12,435.00 |
| Physics Major – Mathematics Minor | $555,780.00 | $12,757.00 |
Course Code
UBSSCEDFXU1A/B
Entry Requirements
- 5 CSEC/GCE O-Level passes: English Language, Mathematics, 2 Science subjects relevant to the area of speacialization and any other subject.
- To major or minor in Mathematics a grade 1 or 2 in Mathematics must be achieved
- An interview may be required.
Career Opportunities
NB: This list is not exhaustive
- Teacher at the secondary and higher level
- Trainer in Human Resource Departments
- Numeracy Specialists for Schools in the Ministry of Education and Youth (MOEY)
- Education Officers in MOEY
- Ministry of Education School inspector- (NEI) National Education Inspectorate in MOEY.
