Dec 05, 2024  
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog 
    
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog

Secondary Agricultural Education with Concurrent Major in Animal and Veterinary Science, B.S.


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This degree program leads to initial teaching licensure (leading to teaching certification) 6th-12th grade.

Degree Requirements


This degree requires a minimum of 120 credits, 42 of which are upper division credits.

University Studies Program


This degree requires that The University Studies Program 2015  requirements are met before graduation. Some of the courses required for this major fulfill USP requirements, but not all. Students should check their degree evaluations and consult with their assigned academic advisor to discuss their specific course plan.

Professional Education Requirements


Graduates of this program earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Education and a concurrent major in Animal and Veterinary Science. It prepares students to teach Agriculture in grades 6-12. 

A minimum of 120 credit hours  is required  for this degree program. All major courses must be passed with a grade of C or better. A minimum UW cumulative GPA of 2.75 is required for most junior and senior level professional education courses, including EDSE 4500 Residency in Teaching. A minimum GPA of 2.50 in major content courses is required. A minimum of 42 credits must be upper-division.

An initial background check must be completed prior to starting any field or practicum experience. Student fees cover the cost of this initial background check so work with your College of Education advisor for details.

All Professional Education requirements must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Agricultural Education Core Requirements


These are the specific courses provided for all concurrent Agricultural Education majors through the College of Education.

Animal and Veterinary Science Core Requirements


These are the specific courses taken by Agricultural Education students enrolled in the Animal & Veterinary Sciences concurrent major.

Endorsement in Secondary Biology Education option


Students can seek an endorsement in Secondary Biology Education. The required courses are: 

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