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.
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 |
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| For Course only with Examination Option: Successful completion of a comprehensive exam with a grade of Pass is required |
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- Mehmet Aydeniz
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- Kristin Rearden
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- Yolanda Kirkpatrick
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- Joshua Rosenberg
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