Math-science educators are in high demand. CU Denver recognizes this shortage and prepares teachers to effectively guide today’s learners. Math-science teachers need expertise in understanding STEM learning and highly effective assessment and teaching practices. CU Denver’s MA in STEM Education with a concentration in math-science education prepares you to be a leading educator at the forefront of this field.
This degree plan does not include a license or an endorsement.
This degree has both on-campus and online options. Online options are 100% online only. Hybrid courses are available to distance students. Distance students participate via video conference in hybrid courses and local students attend face to face sessions. Therefore, the program may be completed with online courses.
Core Courses (12 credit hours) - will be decided by student with Faculty Advisor
- two courses from the Mathematics Education (MTED) on campus or online core (6 credit hours)
- two courses from the Science Education (SCED) core (6 credit hours)
In consultation and with approval from your faculty advisor, select five courses from the Thematic Course Categories to customize your learning (15 credit hours).
- Course 1
- Course 2
- Course 3
- Course 4
- Course 5
Concentration Research Course (3 credit hours):
To be decided by student with Faculty Advisor
Concentration Capstone Course:
The Capstone is completed in your final core course. The Capstone Course is not an additional 3 credit hours; rather it is a project which takes place within one of your core MTED or SCED courses.
Total Credit Hours 30
Program Requirements and Courses
To complete the STEM Education program and earn a master’s degree, students must complete the appropriate course work as outlined above. All courses require a grade of B- or better and a 3.0 minimum GPA is required for graduation.
Active Status
Students must complete their programs within seven years, maintaining a GPA of 3.0. Students typically take four courses each calendar year. Failure to enroll over three contiguous semesters will result in a requirement to submit readmission materials.
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