Program Overview
The Physics Education (7-12) at Buffalo State SUNY is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 72 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Physics Education (7-12) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 72 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Buffalo, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physics Education (7-12) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Physics for High School Teachers: Content and Pedagogy
- Powerful Ideas and Quantitative Modeling: Force, Motion, and Energy
- Powerful Ideas and Quantitative Modeling: Electricity and Magnetism
- Wave Phenomena and Optics
- Modern Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Current Topics in Science
- Curriculum Trends in Science Teaching in the Secondary School
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements
1 .A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale).
2. An application packet, including a personal statement and three letters of reference.
3. An interview may be required.
Admission to All Education Programs
Entry into an educator preparation program at the graduate level requires a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a collegiate GPA of 3.0. Candidates applying to educator preparation programs must submit a score from the GRE or MAT or a score from a nationally normed graduate level assessment as recommended by your intended program of study. Please consult departmental requirements. Prospective candidates who do not yet demonstrate a 3.0 GPA should consult with advisors in the specific educator preparation program of choice for suggested pathways to achieve successful candidacy. Candidates who have questions about the testing requirement may consult with the faculty in their area of choice.
OR
All applicants for the fall 2015 semester and beyond will be required to have a minimum collegiate GPA of 3.0 and to submit scores from a national test (GRE or MAT or nationally normed test recommended by the student\xc2\x92s specific program). Applicants who do not yet meet one or more of these minimum criteria should consult with advisors in the specific educator preparation program of choice for suggested pathways to achieve successful candidacy.
Graduate student who do not yet have their GRE, MAT or Praxis II (for Social Studies Education) scores to submit at time of application can submit the scores during the first year of admission. The respective academic department will sign an agreement with such students giving them a semester to submit test scores and to consult with an advisor if additional time is required to obtain success.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Buffalo State SUNY directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Buffalo State SUNY
Buffalo State SUNY
Buffalo, United States
The State University of New York Buffalo State University is a public university in Buffalo, New York. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Buffalo State University was...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 72 months
- Credits 3