BS in Broadfield Social Studies Education, University of Wisconsin–La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin

48 Months

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About this course

UWL’s Broadfield Social Studies Education program prepares students to become social studies teachers for grades 4-12. The program combines professional education coursework with three semesters of hands-on clinical experiences, including five courses focused on teaching methods. It is part of the Secondary Teacher Education Preparation (STEP) program within the History Department in the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. This program equips future teachers with skills across all social studies disciplines including economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology, ensuring they are well-prepared to teach diverse social studies content.

Why this course is highly recommended

The program emphasizes both teaching theory and practical skills, including courses on teaching methods, culturally-responsive teaching, and social justice. Graduates enjoy a high success rate in securing full-time teaching roles within Wisconsin and neighboring states within a year. Additionally, students engage in undergraduate research presentations and coursework designed to prepare them to teach English learners, offering a comprehensive and adaptable education for aspiring social studies teachers.

Specialisation

The program offers specialisations in four paths: a general Broadfield Social Studies Education, and focused tracks in History, Political Science, or Sociology. Each track provides coursework tailored to its focus area while preparing students to earn Wisconsin teaching licensure for grades 4-12 across all social studies subjects.

Course fees

Application fees

16.23L

1st year tuition fees

16.23L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Students completing one of the four paths in the program must finish at least 120 credits of coursework. They will earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with endorsements for a Middle and High School Social Studies license (grades 4-12). The program comprises content courses, teaching methods, clinical experiences, and coursework in teaching English learners.

English language test

DUOLINGO

100

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue careers as middle or high school social studies teachers, working in Wisconsin or neighboring states. The degree also serves as a foundation for advanced degrees in social studies education or licenses in school counseling and school administration. Additional career options include roles as historians, political scientists, sociologists, school counselors, or school administrators.

FAQs

What are the focus areas within the program?

The program offers specialisations in History, Political Science, Sociology, or a general social studies focus, all designed to prepare students for licensure in grades 4-12.

What teaching methods will I learn?

You will learn teaching methods and theory, including culturally-responsive teaching for social justice, strategies for teaching English learners, and methods aligned with social studies curriculum standards.