Program Overview

MajorEducation - English / Science (Middle)

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• College of Applied Studies
• School of Education

Wichita State's Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAED)—English / Science (middle)— focuses on the academic disciplines of English language arts, the natural sciences and effective teaching. Graduates are well prepared for careers as certified teachers in grades 5-8. The program combines classroom learning and real-world teaching experience in Kansas' largest school district.

Admission to the program

To be admitted into the College of Applied Studies, you must first be admitted to Wichita State. In addition, you must complete your general education courses and a teacher education application to be admitted into the professional program.

Inside the Program

Curriculum

The four-year English / science program starts with two years of general education followed by two years of teacher education. The curriculum was developed in collaboration by university faculty and P-12 practitioners and includes teaching internships.

Careers

A bachelor's degree from Wichita State's College of Applied Studies will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a positive impact in the classroom—and prepares you to pursue an advanced education degree.

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Applied Learning

At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

WSU students serve as staff at STEM camps. Education majors have the opportunity to serve as staff at WSU’s STEM camps. These camps are open to elementary and middle school aged students interested in learning more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students lead activities such as Farm Tech where children learn to manage their own farm as they learn the basics of running a business. This applied learning experience provides students the opportunity to work alongside WSU faculty while gaining valuable classroom experience.