Physics (B.A.) with Secondary Teaching Certification

Program Overview

The Physics Major offers students a preparation for employment in industry or graduate school in physics or related areas.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Mathematics program can:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of foundational content of mathematics defined through the Mathematical Association of America.    
2. Engage in scholarship in mathematics, demonstrating the professional skills of independent problem-solving, self-directed research, and oral and written communication.
3. Skill in using appropriate technology to enhance understanding of mathematics and related disciplines, to simplify computation, and to present work professionally.
4. Demonstrate an awareness of options for employment, voluntary service and/or graduate education in mathematics or closely related fields.
5. Articulate a maturing understanding of how faith connects to mathematics.

Additionally, graduates from Messiah's Teacher Education Program can: 

1. Explain the theoretical foundations for teaching and learning.
2. Describe the foundations of special education.
3. Articulate a grounded philosophy of education including critical ethical dimensions of being an educator.
4. Explain and/or apply core information, concepts, and principles in the academic content area(s).
5. Identify, access, and synthesize research in the field of education including evidence-based practices.
6. Use knowledge of students in instructional planning and decision-making.
7. Demonstrate principles of instructional design in instructional planning and assessment.
8. Demonstrate principles of effective and ethical classroom management.
9. Demonstrate proficiency in pedagogical and assessment skills.
10. Identify personal options for employment, voluntary service, and/or graduate education in the field of Education based on knowledge of the field and one’s own strengths and interests.
11. Demonstrate reflective practice and awareness of professional strengths and weaknesses.
12. Articulate how faith connects to the field of Education and to potential career options in the field of Education

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

One of the following options:

Professional Semester:

Note: Students who are considering secondary physics teaching as one of several career options are encouraged to complete an additional six credits of ENGR 367 and ENGR 371. This allows you to graduate with a Physics degree, if you choose, while still maintaining Pennsylvania Secondary Teaching Certification.

QuEST Requirements