Program overview
Simply put, the Science Education program teaches you how to make scientific knowledge interesting and understandable. The core curriculum is divided into two parts: one is the foundation of education, such as educational psychology, curriculum design, and teaching methods; the other is scientific content, including basic subjects like physics, chemistry, biology, and geography, but not as in-depth as in science and engineering majors—the focus is on understanding scientific thinking and experimental methods. Many normal universities in China (e.g., Beijing Normal University, East China Normal University) offer this program, with a distinctive feature of integrating STEM education concepts, enabling you to use project-based learning and inquiry-based teaching to engage students. It suits those who are passionate about science, enjoy interacting with people, and want to become teachers or work in science communication. If you get excited about doing experiments and designing small projects yourself, this program will be a great fit.