Arlington,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Geology - Composite Science Teacher Certification Option in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Arlington
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Houston United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,494
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This program is designed for aspiring educators seeking teacher certification, delivered via the UTeach initiative. The 120-credit curriculum offers multiple pathways with distinct course structures. These specialized tracks cater to diverse student goals, whether preparing to become professional geologists, collaborating with engineering firms on environmental and construction challenges, addressing ecological issues involving water, air, soil, and rock systems, mastering spatial data analysis through GIS technology, or obtaining science teaching credentials. The program equips graduates with essential competencies for careers in natural resource management, environmental engineering, hydrological studies, and geological research. Students will additionally cultivate versatile abilities including analytical reasoning, field observation techniques, information synthesis, and effective communication skills applicable across various professional domains.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students must have completed official secondary school transcripts, diplomas, certificates and/or national test examination scores as appropriate for the educational systems in their country. In order to be considered for freshman admission students must have completed secondary school studies equivalent to that of United States high school graduation.
Official SAT I or ACT scores are required for entering freshmen with less than 24 semester hours of university level course work (equivalent to one year of full time study).
The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is 79 on the Internet-based test, 550 on the paper-based test and 213 on the computer-based test. The IELTS can be substituted for TOEFL scores. The minimum acceptable overall score of 6.5 is required for admission. 
Tuition
USD
27,494