Bachelor of Education - Primary/Elementary as a First Degree

5 years
Duration
20,790 CAD/year
Price
Rolling admission
Start
Rolling admission
Deadline
Bachelor
Degree
Campus
Format
St. John's / Canada
Location
Memorial University of Newfoundland
School

Program description

It is the mission of the Faculty of Education to prepare teachers for professions in the K-12 education system and various adult learning settings through a number of undergraduate programs that utilize a variety of delivery modes, technology, and innovative techniques. Our courses are meant to help aspiring educators develop the skills they'll need to foster productive classroom communities, accommodate a wide range of students' learning styles, and conduct meaningful self-reflection on their own pedagogical methods.

The bachelor of education (primary/elementary) is a 150-credit-hour programme designed to equip teachers for kindergarten through sixth grade.

Length of the program -  five years, including:

  • Two years of prerequisite courses 
  • three years in B.Ed. program

This is a full-time professional programme that includes school visit days and a one-semester internship placement.

Program structure

Science in the Primary/Elementary Grades

  • Infusing STEM into Primary/Elementary Grades
  • Educational Assessment
  • Identifying Learner Diversity Within a Context of Culture
  • Language Arts in the Primary/Elementary School I
  • Children's Literature in the Primary/Elementary School

Assessment for Learning in the Primary/Elementary Grades

  • Social Studies in the Primary/Elementary School
  • Effective Teaching and Learning Environments
  • Introductory Field Experience in the Primary and Elementary School I
  • Topics and Trends in Aboriginal Education

Introduction to Educational Administration

  • Professional Leading and Learning in the School Organization
  • Integration: Diversity and Identity
  • Transition Planning for Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities
  • Inclusive Practices for Students with Mild Intellectual Disabilities
  • Inclusive Practices for Students with Moderate Intellectual Disabilities

Price

  • Tuition — 20,790 CAD/year

OTHER FEES (REQUIRED) amounts listed are for two semesters

  • Student Services Fee — 100 CAD
  • Students' Union — 140 CAD
  • Recreation Fee — 138 CAD
  • Health Insurance — 523 CAD

 

Requirements for applicants

  • Certificate of (Complete) General Secondary Education
  • Minimum grade of 4 in the required subject areas
    • English
    • Mathematics
    • Laboratory Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)
    • Social Studies or Modern/Classical Language
    • Elective

If you are currently in high school:

  • When you apply (early acceptance): Current translated interim transcript and a copy of interim transcript in its original language. Documents can be official or unofficial.
  • When you complete your examinations (verified acceptance): Certified translation of your official final Certificate of (Complete) General Secondary Education, including grades and a certified copy of the document in its original language.

If you have completed high school and not attended a post-secondary institution: Certified translation of your official final Certificate of (Complete) General Secondary Education, including grades and a certified copy of the document in its original language.

English language requirements:

  • Cambridge Assessment English — A minimum score of 176 in C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency.
  • Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Assessment — Minimum band scores between 50 and 60 in each of the four skills tested (reading, writing, listening and speaking), with at least two band scores of 60.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) (until Spring 2024 only) — A minimum score of 115.
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) — A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS Academic or IELTS Indicator, with at least a band 6 in reading and writing. General training results are not acceptable.
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) — A minimum score of 79 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition, with a minimum score of 20 in reading and writing, and not less than 17 in listening and speaking.

About the university

Memorial University has a unique responsibility to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador as the only university in the province. Memorial University was founded as a tribute to the Newfoundlanders who gave their lives in military duty during globe War I and later conflicts. We take inspiration from their efforts to create a better future for our province, our country, and the globe.

Over 115 different nations are represented among Memorial University's 19000+ students. Programs range from the traditional to the cutting edge, and can be found at any of Memorial's five locations or online. Memorial University's worldwide network of nearly 100,000 successful alums enhances the institution's capacity and reputation for leadership in research, teaching, and public engagement. Learn more about Memorial University in this quick read.

Vision, Mission

  • Vision — Memorial University will rise to prominence as one of Canada's and the world's top public institutions of higher learning, and it will honor its commitment to serving the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • Mission — When it comes to education, research, scholarship, creative activity, service, and public engagement, Memorial University is committed to being at the forefront of innovation and excellence. International students and scholars are welcomed and supported at Memorial, and the institution's contributions of knowledge and experience are valued on all levels of society.

Campuses

More than 19,400 students and 3,800 teachers and staff from more than 115 countries study, teach, conduct research, create, and participate in activities at our campuses and other locations. You can attend classes at one of Memorial University's several campuses in Newfoundland and Labrador or anywhere in the world; we also offer 475 courses online.

  • St. John's campus
  • Grenfell Campus
  • Marine Institute
  • Harlow Campus
  • Signal Hill Campus
  • Labrador Campus

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