Pass along your curiosity of the universe
We need more passionate STEM educators. You can help fill this gap. Our fully online, non-thesis program gives you the tools and knowledge to succeed in the classroom. Improve your teaching skills through our pedagogical, scientific and mathematical courses designed for physics educators. Enrollment in our program will enable you to join a community of Texas educators and share teaching ideas and strategies. Our master’s degree also enables you to teach dual enrollment at community colleges. The opportunities to spread curiosity, innovation and STEM education to future generations are ever-expanding.
2 years
No foreign language credits required
36 hours
No thesis required
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.03 SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED as a physics educator
The College of Science and Engineering is a gateway to in-demand STEM careers projected to make up a significant portion of the U.S. and global economy.
Take on our mission to build a better Texas that is eager to compete in an interconnected world with creativity, ethical leadership and imagination. We don’t just discover the future, we make it.
Shape an innovative framework with an award-winning faculty including four Regents Professors, a highly selective honor for exemplary contributions to their university, community and the State of Texas.
Our faculty will help you tackle complex challenges and discover solutions with hands-on research in various fields.
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.06 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
A master’s degree in physics with a teaching emphasis will offer you the opportunity to:
- Expand your knowledge of physics and earn the credentials to teach at a community college
- Pass along knowledge to future students by engaging in specialized classes on education theory and practice
- Utilize well equipped instructional and research laboratories and telescopes located at A&M-Commerce
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.07 Careers
Careers
Increase your value in education by earning a master’s degree in physics with teaching emphasis from A&M-Commerce.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
High School Physics Teacher – $60,320, 8% projected job growth through 2026
US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2018
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.08 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Internship opportunities
Internship experience provides the foundation employers are often looking for. Although not required for your degree, internships are an important part of your education experience. These are just a few of the companies that partner with Career Development and offer opportunities for A&M-Commerce physics students.
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.11 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
What You Will Learn
Our program introduces modern theories of physics and astronomy to STEM educators. You’ll learn how to take these theories and apply them to the high school classroom. Work with faculty who specialize in physics education research as you explore courses in classical mechanics, astronomy and astrophysics. Our goal is to equip you with the tools needed to introduce modern physics theories and concepts (post-1865). The world of physics is ever-expanding. New discoveries point us towards more questions and problems to solve. Stay current in physics research through exploring our master’s degree program.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Core courses include quantum universe for educators, physics mathematical methods for educators and thermodynamics for educators.
Physics (MS) Teaching :: 1.12 FEATURED COURSES
Featured Courses
Learn about the uncertainty principle, wave-particle duality and wave mechanics, and so much more!
You will learn the principles and applications of statistical thermodynamics, thermal and general interactions of macroscopic systems and parameter measurement, as well as the basic description of statistical mechanics and kinetic theory.
You will cover topics in solar system dynamics, stellar structure and evolution, galactic evolution and dynamics and cosmology and make use of projects based on citizen science initiatives such as the Zooniverse that opened up astronomical research participation to the public.
Graduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,594 for Texas residents and $6,897 for non-residents.
Department of Physics and Astronomy :: Contact
Contact Us
- Department of Physics and Astronomy
- 903.886.5488
- 903.886.5480
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
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