Use Your Knowledge and Passion for Computers to Inspire Tomorrow’s IT Leaders
Computers and information technology are an integral part of so many fields today. The demand for new innovation and expertise continues to grow. Partner with Liberty University, and gain the skills needed to educate future leaders in the information technology and computing field. Our Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Computer Science Education 6-12 is designed to help prepare you to become a licensed teacher.
Our B.Ed. in Computer Science Education can prepare you with the knowledge you need to teach a variety of topics related to computing. Upon graduation, you can be prepared for licensure and ready to teach middle or high school computer science classes. Start your degree now so you can make an impact on tomorrow’s innovators in the IT world. We can help you get there!
Award-Winning Campus
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank among Niche.com’s Top 3 college campuses in America. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Bachelor of Education program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.
Why Choose Liberty’s B.Ed. in Computer Science Degree?
Pursuing your teaching license is a major step in your life! We want to come alongside you and make the process as seamless as possible. Since true work experience is the best way to gain confidence as a teacher, we offer various practicum and student teaching opportunities to provide you with valuable classroom training.
Within our School of Education, we have a team dedicated to overseeing your practicum experience to help ensure that you are prepared to take on a class full of students. You can have the chance to complete your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia as well as in Washington, D.C., through one of our fellowship programs. Here, you can see the urban school setting and stay in the heart of the district for an entire semester!
Our nation is desperate for teachers who are well-educated, enthusiastic, and compassionate toward their students. As one of the largest providers of teachers in Virginia, Liberty wants to help prepare you to teach with integrity and strong Christian ethics. As an educator, you have the chance to make a huge impact on the lives of children from all types of backgrounds. Get prepared for this responsibility by partnering with us.
What Will You Learn in Our 6-12 Grade B.Ed. in Computer Science Degree?
In the B.Ed. in Computer Science Education 6-12 program, your studies will be broken into 4 core foundations: education courses, practicum and gate courses, computer science courses, and student teaching. Your education courses can teach you the fundamental skills you may need as a teacher, such as evaluating students, creating a curriculum, and teaching to the various behavioral and personality differences you might encounter in the classroom.
We want you to be prepared with the foundational knowledge needed for success in the classroom. You can study a variety of subjects that fall under computer science. You can learn the basics of programming, web architecture, and database management systems. You can also study related areas in software engineering and a variety of math courses. Upon graduation, your knowledge can cover the broad spectrum of subjects that you may teach in your computer science courses.
Your student teaching and practicum can then allow you to put the knowledge you’ve gained into practice. You can work in the classroom alongside a licensed teacher to get the experience you need to be confident and comfortable teaching a class on your own.
Review the Degree Completion Plan, and check out our featured courses below to learn more about what you’ll be studying!
Featured Courses
CSIS 310 – Web Architecture and Development
CSIS 320 – IS Hardware and Software
CSIS 330 – Business Data Communication Systems
CSIS 355 – Network Architecture and Protocols
Highlights of Our Bachelor of Education in Computer Science Degree
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Pursuing our Bachelor of Education licensure-tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
- 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.
- Get involved with professional and student organizations related to your career goals and expand your professional network.
- You will have the opportunity to complete your student teaching in a variety of settings throughout Virginia or in the Washington, D.C., public school system through our Washington Fellowship.
B.Ed. in Computer Science Degree Information
- Residential
- 122 total hours
- Transfer in up to 75% of your total degree
- Program falls under the School of Education
- Review the Degree Completion Plan
- View our course catalog
- Practicum and student teaching required for this degree
Potential Career Opportunities for B.Ed. in Computer Science Education 6-12 Graduates
- College/university academic advisor
- Computer science teacher for a Christian school
- High school computer science teacher
- Middle school computer science teacher
- Private school teacher
Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees
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.
