Interdisciplinary Studies B.S. with Science 4-8 Certification

Engage Children’s Natural Curiosity in the Physical World

With your Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with Science 4-8 certification from University of Houston-Clear Lake, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to captivate the minds of young scientists. Learn science-based curriculum design, safety, teaching strategies and assessment geared to elementary and middle school students. Master the fundaments of educational psychology and classroom management so that you can lead your students on an exploration of earth science, physics and chemistry. Refine your critical thinking and decision-making skills and develop effective classroom management and communication skills to define your teaching style for the class.

Create a Classroom Where Creativity and Invention Intersect

Learning is fueled by curiosity, creativity, and logical thinking skills. With your coursework, training and field experiences, you’ll learn to guide students to arrive at solutions creatively, without simply giving answers. You’ll show them real-world applications to the skills they’re acquiring, and you’ll learn to demonstrate how fun and interesting science is through simple experiments. They’ll develop their critical thinking and analytical skills while learning the connection between theory and practice.

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Degree Requirements

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Deadlines for Applying

Freshman Deadlines
Summer 2020

Priority - February 1
Final (Summer Session I) - June 8
Final (Summer Session II) - July 13
Fall 2020

Priority - February 1
Final - August 1
Spring 2021

Priority - September 1
Final - December 1

Transfer Deadlines
Summer 2020

Priority – May 25
Final (Summer Session I) – June 8
Final (Summer Session II) – July 13
Fall 2020

Priority - August 1
Final - August 21
Spring 2021

Priority - January 4
Final - January 19

Online applications close for transfer students after the Priority Deadline. Students who apply after the priority deadline must submit all required documentation with their paper application to the Office of Admissions and will be processed for late registration.

International Deadlines
Fall

Priority – March 1
Final – June 1
Spring

Priority – August 1
Final – November 1
Summer*

Priority – February 1
Final – April 20

Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.