University of Rhode Island Physics Department
  
                                            



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Department of Physics
University of Rhode Island
2 Lippitt Road
Kingston, RI 02881-0817
USA
tel.: (401)874-2633/4
fax: (401)874-2380

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08/28/07

Requirements for Secondary Education with a Physics Specialization

(resulting in a double major in Physics and Education)


Physics:   Complete a BA in Physics

Education:   Complete a BA in Education

  • In the first 3 semesters:

    • EDC102 Introduction to American Education (3)
    • PSY113 General Psychology (3)
    • EDC250 Supervised Preprofessional Field Experience (1)

  • By Feb. 1 of sophomore year:

    • Prepare a portfolio
    • Arrange interview with Physical Science Advisor in Dept. of Ed. (Prof. W. Croasdale as of 3/04)

  • To gain acceptance into the Secondary Ed program:

    • Apply during the spring semester in which you obtain 42 credits
    • Minimum overall GPA of 2.5
    • Minimum GPA in physics of 2.5
    • Portfolio submitted
    • Interview with Education Dept.

A list of required courses and their placment in the 4-year program are found in the detailed course sequence.

A total of 126 credits is required for graduation.