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Master of Secondary Science Education

California State University, Northridge

Northridge, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master's for science teachers covering leadership, computing tools and laboratory curriculum.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge in Secondary Science Education. Apply skills related to Courses include research in secondary education
leadership in science education
computer-supported collaborative science. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Mentor teacher
Student teacher supervisor
Science-teaching specialist
Science department chairperson
Part-time community college or university instructor

Curriculum

Programme of 30 units. Courses include research in secondary education
leadership in science education
computer-supported collaborative science
theory and research in teaching secondary science
computers in science teaching and advanced laboratory curriculum development. Culminating experience: comprehensive studies or thesis/project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5
Additional academic criteria: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (cumulative or last 60 semester units)
Programmes may set higher.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor-equivalent degree from a regionally accredited/recognised institution in good standing, programme prerequisites, Affidavit of Financial Support with bank statement, one programme per term

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale)
TOEFL PBT 550
PTE Academic 58
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Financial Support Statement
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Secondary Science Education admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,405 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Northridge
Faculty or school	Michael D. Eisner College of Education
Department	Secondary Education
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Secondary Science Education. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.