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Master of Science in Teacher Education

Science Education Professional Internship Concentration (Post-Baccalaureate)

The Science Education Professional Internship concentration is intended for individuals who have earned an undergraduate degree and are seeking initial teacher licensure in Science 6-12. Candidates are prepared to work in diverse settings to effectively meet the individual learning needs of their students. Candidates earn an undergraduate degree in a science discipline, and a minor in Secondary Education. Then they complete the Professional Year – graduate coursework and a yearlong internship that leads to a master’s degree and teacher licensure.

Undergraduates – Apply here

Post-Baccalaureates – Apply here

MS in Teacher Education, Science Education Professional Internship Concentration Credit Hours
Required Courses  
TPTE 574 2-3
TPTE 575 12
TPTE 591  3-4
Concentration: Science Education courses
TPTE 517 3
Electives 9
For Thesis Option:
TPTE 500 and successful defense of the thesis
For Course only with Examination Option:
Successful completion of a comprehensive exam with a grade of Pass is required

Mehmet Aydeniz, professor and STEM / science team co-lead

Kristin Rearden, clinical professor and STEM / science team co-lead

Yolanda Kirkpatrick, clinical associate professor

Joshua Rosenberg, assistant professor

Students completing the MS in Teacher Education, Science Education Professional Internship Concentration have two options:

Thesis:  42 graduate credit hours for the Thesis Option, including TPTE 500 (6 credit hours)

Non-Thesis:  36 graduate credit hours for the Course Only with Comprehensive Exam Option

If you have questions about the program or the course of study, please contact:

Mehmet Aydeniz, professor and STEM instructional team co-lead

Email: maydeniz@utk.edu