Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Biology Education (6-12)
Teach the Next Generation About the Wonders of Life with Our B.Ed in Biology Education Degree
Do you want to invest in the next generation of scientists, doctors, and innovators? We want to help you meet that goal! Young people are our future, and we understand your desire to educate them. Our Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Biology Education 6-12 will give you the tools needed to educate today’s youth.
Our B.Ed. in Biology will prepare you with the knowledge you need to teach this discipline with authority. Upon graduation, you will be prepared with a license to teach middle school and high school biology. Start your degree now so you can make an impact on future generations. We can help you get there!
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
- The Educational Technology Lab provides students with resources, software, and equipment to help promote learning with technology.
- All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
- You will have the opportunity to complete your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia, including the Washington, D.C., public school system through our Washington Fellowship program.
What Will You Learn?
- Behavioral and individual differences among students
- Scientific methodology, molecular, cellular and energetic bases of life, major metabolic processes, and cellular and organismic reproduction
- The fundamental principles of biology
- The interrelationships between organisms as well as biotic and abiotic factors in their environment
- The organization and function of living matter at the cellular level
This program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requirements may vary by state. Please research your state’s licensure or reciprocity requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Potential Careers for B.Ed. in Biology Education Graduates
- Biology education teacher at a Christian school
- College/university academic advisor
- High school biology teacher
- Middle school biology teacher
- Private school teacher
Practical Learning Opportunities for B.Ed. Students
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching before you graduate.
- Find the resources you need to promote learning through technology in our on-campus Educational Technology Lab.
- Your education professors have real-life experience teaching children and adolescents. Additionally, all professors overseeing practicum requirements have a current teaching license.
- You’ll have a variety of locations to choose from for your student teaching semester, including Washington, D.C.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
CAEP
