Science Teaching - Graduate Studies Online and in the Field

Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies in Science Education at Montana State Universityallows science educators of all backgrounds to gain knowledge and competence in the science disciplines of their choice. Online science and education courses are offered year-round, allowing students the flexibility to design an online curriculum that caters to their personal and professional interests. During the summer, educators from all over the world have the opportunity to converge on Montana State’s Bozeman campus to experience science through popular field and lab courses that utilize the state’s diverse environment to teach scientific principles and provide models of field-based instruction. With an emphasis on science inquiry, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and K-12 classroom-focused content, our courses are tailored to meet the needs of formal and informal science educators.

Delivery 

  • Online courses (Fall, Spring, Summer)

  • Immersive Field and Lab courses (Summer)

Programs We Offer

Master of Science in Science Education (MSSE)

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MSSE provides an interdisciplinary and student-centered program for earning a master's degree in science education.

 

Graduate Certificates

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Choose from graduate certificates in teaching Chemistry, Climate Science, Earth Science, Elementary School Science, Life Science, and Physics. 

 

Professional Development

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As a non-degree graduate student, you can choose from a variety of science content courses. Apply credits you've earned towards future certificates and degree options.

 

Coursework Options

 Biology•Cell Biology and Neuroscience • Chemistry andBiochemistry • Computer Science • Earth Science • Education• Electrical Engineering

Engineering • Land Resources and Environmental Science • Mathematics • Microbiology• Health and Human Development• Physics• Plant Sciences

 
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Award Winning Faculty

Courses are taught by MSU and MSU-affiliated instructors who are experts in their field. Our faculty are university scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and science educators, all experienced in online teaching. Our faculty practice a hands-on, inquiry-based style that mirrors the classroom and sparks new ideas. Visit the MSSE News page for a glance at some recent accomplishments. 

Tuition and Affordability

Affordable, competitive tuition rates are available to both Montana residents and out-of-state students. 

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Special Announcements

BIOE523 Summer 2023

SUMMER '23 BULLETIN

The Summer 2023 Bulletin is now live! Use this resource to find more information on field course details, housing registration, the Capstone Symposium, and things to do while you are visiting Bozeman. For students interested in Summer 2023 online courses, these can be viewed in the MSSE Course Catalog.

 

Summer 2023 Campus Course Bulletin

MSSE 25 Anniversary Invitation

25 YEARS OF MSSE

MSSE is celebrating our 25th Anniversary in 2023! We welcome all MSSE students, graduates, faculty, staff, and their families to join us at our Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, July 8, 2023. We hope to see you there!

 

MSSE 25 Anniversary RSVP Form

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REFER A BOBCAT

Do you know any educators who would be a good fit for MSSE? You can submit a Refer-A-Bobcat Form to refer them to our degree or certificate programs. Referred students who apply and are admitted are eligible for a three-credit tuition waiver.

 

Refer-A-Bobcat Submissions Form