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Dec 23, 2024
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University General Course Catalog 2025-2026 (DRAFT)
NevadaTeach Secondary Education and Geography, B.S./B.S. in Ed.
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Students who complete this Nevada Teach Program will earn two degrees: the Bachelor of Science in Education/Secondary Education and the Bachelor of Science with a major in Geography. This program provides students with a solid background in physical science and secondary teaching. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared to compete nationally for admission to graduate and professional programs and have completed all coursework required to apply for a license to teach physical science at the secondary school level.
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Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- communicate appropriate outcomes for K-12 learners by creating lesson and unit plans that meet state standards, incorporate the needs and interests of diverse learners, and utilize research-based practices for the design of effective learning environments. (C)
- design appropriate instructional interventions for K-12 learners by utilizing various sources of data, including quantitative measures of learning, to inform their instructional and classroom assessment practices. (QR)
- articulate culturally relevant practices for K-12 education by explaining the social, economic, racial/ethnic, historical, and ethical factors that impact teaching and learning in complex educational systems. (CT)
Transfer to the University of Nevada, Reno
Use the transfer agreement and the degree planner (available by clicking  at the top right of this page) to build your plan for graduation with your advisor. Course substitutions not identified on the transfer agreement require UNR advisor approval. For lower division coursework not available at your current institution, please review the Reverse Transfer agreement or the Co-Admission program for options.
If a major-to-major transfer agreement is not available for your transfer institution, please check the General Core agreement if available. If neither is available, access Transferology to assist in your planning.
Graduation Requirements
- Total Units | 120
- Cumulative GPA | 2.0
- University GPA | 2.0
- Major GPA | 2.0
- Residency Requirement | 30 Upper-Division Units at UNR
- Major Residency Requirement | 15 Upper-Division Units in the major at UNR
- Upper-Division Requirement | 40 Upper-Division Units
I. Core General Education Requirements (26-32 units)
NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy .” Students in this major must meet all Core Objectives (CO1 through CO14). Courses satisfying Core Objectives are designated (e.g., CO9) in General Catalog curricula and course descriptions. A. Composition & Communication; Critical Analysis & Use of Information (3-6 units) - CO1, CO3
B. Quantitative Reasoning (4-7 units) - CO2
C. Physical & Natural Phenomena (7 units) - CO4, CO4L
D. Cultures, Societies, & Individuals (3 units) - CO6
E. Artistic Composition, Interpretation, & Expression (3 units) - CO7
Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter for a list of approved CO7 courses.
F. History & Culture; Constitution (6 units) - CO5, CO8
II. Additional Core Requirements (0 units maximum)
Students must take courses that satisfy the following Core Objectives. Some or all of these Core Objectives may be satisfied in the Major Requirements (Section IV). Refer to the Core Curriculum chapter in this catalog. A. Science, Technology & Society - CO9
Choose one of the upper-division Geography Electives that also meet the CO9 requirement. (Geography Elective units counted in Major Requirement) B. Diversity & Equity - CO10
E. Capstone Integration & Synthesis - CO13
Choose one of the upper-division Geography Electives that also meet the CO9 requirement. (Geography Elective units counted in Major Requirement) III. Additional College Requirements (0 units)
IV. Major Requirements (81 units)
A. Geography Core (15 units)
B. Other Core Requirements (15 units)
C. Required NevadaTeach Courses (30 units)
D. Geography Upper Division Electives (21 units)
Students should consult with a undergraduate adviser in selecting Physical Geography courses from the list below. Student must choose from upper division courses, 300 level and above within the Geography program. V. Minor Requirements (0 units)
VI. Electives (7-13 units)
VII. Recommended Schedule
Spring Semester (15 units)
Spring Semester (15 units)
Spring Semester (15 units)
Summer Semester (6 units)
Spring Semester (7 units)
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