Combined Anthropology, BA / Social Studies Education, EdM

Dive deep into the fascinating study of human cultures while mastering the art of engaging and effective social studies teaching. The UB Teach social studies education program is a five-year accelerated combined degree, offering a BA in anthropology and an EdM in social studies education. It provides expertise in anthropology and prepares you to teach social studies for grades 5 to 12. You'll study in both the Department of Anthropology and the Department of Learning and Instruction, gaining a deep understanding of human studies and effective social studies teaching methods.

Students enrolled in this program will:

  • Pursue their passion for anthropology while developing essential skills for their future.
  • Unlock the past to better understand the world around them.
  •  Engage in intensive clinical education with diverse Western New York schools.
  • Develop expertise and confidence through evidence-based practice and co-teaching in a one-year residency.

Anthropology BA/Social Studies Education EdM Program Overview

Academic credential granted Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Master of Education (EdM)
Certification option Successful completion of program leads to an institutional recommendation for New York State initial and professional certification in social studies education
Grade levels 7 to 12 with 5 to 6 extension
Credits required for completion 138
Time to completion 5 years
Course delivery On campus, online
Experiential contact hours
  • Clinical experiences embedded in undergraduate and graduate coursework
  • A full one-year teaching residency in the final year of the program
Application deadline Early Action Deadline: Nov. 15
Scholarship Consideration: Dec. 8
Regular Decision: Feb. 1

Students can continue to submit an application for fall consideration until capacity is reached.
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Questions?

For more information about coursework and requirements, please contact:
Office of Educator Preparationubedprep@buffalo.edu, 716-645-2461