Interdisciplinary programs draw from two or more academic disciplines that work together to create a powerful learning experience emphasizing integrative learning, critical thinking, essential questioning and creative problem solving.Discover the value of integrating the study of various academic disciplines suited to your life-long learning interests.Develop collaboration skills while working with others who have different perspectives on problems than yours.Become an interdisciplinary thinker who analytically and creatively embraces new and futuristic ideas.Prepare for graduate and professional study, and for careers in new and emerging fields. This major offers a balanced, interdisciplinary program of coursework in the life, physical, and earth and space sciences for students planning to teach secondary school science. The required courses have been selected to prepare students to teach the science content in the state science teaching standards, including strong preparation in science inquiry through laboratory and field methods experiences. Students are encouraged to work closely with an advisor throughout their program. Courses, where appropriate, may be double counted with the University Program and the degree requirements on the Bachelor of Science in Education.