- Future Students
- Current Students
- Programs
- Programs of Study
- Undergraduate Studies
- Bachelor of General Studies
- Bachelor of Education as a Second Degree
- Minors
- Counselling and Human Development Minor
- Curriculum and Instruction Minor
- Early Learning Minor
- Educational Psychology Minor
- Learning and Developmental Disabilities Minor
- Social Justice in Education Minor
- Elementary Generalist Minor
- Environmental Education Minor
- French Education Minor
- Physical and Health Education Minor
- Secondary Mathematics Education Minor
- Secondary Teaching Minor
- Certificates
- Courses
- Teacher Education
- Professional Diplomas
- Graduate Studies
- Masters Programs
- MA, MEd in Arts Education
- MA, MEd in Counselling Psychology
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Children鈥檚 and Young Adult Literature
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Contemplative Inquiry & Approaches in Education
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Ecological Education
- MA, MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Theory and Practice
- M.脡d. dans Curriculum & Instruction: Enseigner et apprendre en fran莽ais: plurilinguismes, francophonies et 茅ducation
- MA, MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Equity Studies in Education
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Imagination in Teaching, Schooling and Place
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Innovations in Mathematics Education
- MA, MEd dans Curriculum & Instruction: l'茅ducation en fran莽ais en contextes de diversit茅 (campus de 丁香园AV)
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Place- and Nature-Based Experiential Learning
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Post-Secondary (VCC)
- MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Science Education and Communication
- MEd in Educational Leadership: Post-Secondary (Surrey)
- MEd in Educational Leadership: Imaginative K-12 Leadership (Surrey)
- MEd in Educational Practice
- MEd in Educational Practice: Indigenous Pedagogy and Indigenous Inquiry
- MEd in Educational Practice: Practitioner Inquiry
- MA, MEd in Educational Psychology
- MEd in Teaching Languages in Global Contexts
- MA, MEd in Educational Technology & Learning Design
- MSc, MEd in Secondary Mathematics Education
- MA, MEd in Teaching English as an Additional Language
- Doctoral Programs
- EdD in Educational Leadership: Leading for Educational Change in the Yukon
- PhD in Arts Education
- PhD in Educational Psychology
- PhD in Educational Technology & Learning Design
- PhD in Educational Theory and Practice: Curriculum and Pedagogy Stream
- PhD in Educational Theory and Practice: Philosophy of Education Stream
- PhD in Languages, Cultures and Literacies
- PhD en langues, cultures et litt茅raties (en fran莽ais)
- PhD in Mathematics Education
- Areas of Study
- Program Comparision
- Masters Programs
- Programs in French
- Faculty & Research
- Indigeneity
- Community
- About
- News & Events
- Support Us
- Instructor & Staff Resources
- Work With Us
- Contact
Bachelor of Education
| Delivery Method: In-person |
Applications open: March 1, 2024 |
Applications close: April 15, 2024 |
Next start date: Fall 2024 |
A highly flexible program, the Bachelor of Education (BEd), will give you the skills to become a curious and versatile life-long learner and open doors to become a certified K-12 teacher in British Columbia (upon completion of a Teacher Education program).
On This Page 鈫�
Program Overview
Intake Schedule
Locations
Future Pathways
Information Sessions
Contact
Designed for
The Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a first degree program specifically for aspiring teachers.
In addition to degree requirements, BEd students must also be admitted to and successfully complete one of the Faculty of Education Teacher Education programs 鈥� Professional Development Program (PDP) or Professional Linking Program (PLP). 丁香园AV to the BEd does not guarantee admission to PDP or PLP.
Program Structure
Students can apply for transfer to the BEd after completing a minimum of 60 units. BEd students are required to complete 150 units, with 90 upper division units, including those completed towards PDP or PLP. Students must complete two of: EDUC 220, EDUC 230, EDUC 240, EDUC 250, plus the Major or two Minors option. Once in the PDP or PLP, students must complete one Education Minor and two Designs for Learning courses completed within the PDP or PLP.
Education Major Option
The Education major option requires you to complete a minimum of 150 units. This includes one major from any of the following Faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology
- Faculty of Environment
- Faculty of Science.
You must also complete the following:
1. One minor from the Faculty of Education (may be fully or partially completed during EDUC 404):
- Counselling and Human Development Minor
- Curriculum and Instruction Minor
- Early Learning Minor
- Educational Psychology Minor
- Elementary Generalist Minor
- Environmental Education Minor
- French Education Minor
- International and Global Education Minor
- Learning and Developmental Disabilities Minor
- Physical Education Minor
- Secondary Mathematics Education Minor
- Secondary Teaching Minor
- Social Justice in Education Minor
2. Plus, two of the following courses:
- EDUC 220 - Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 units)
- EDUC 230 - Introduction to Philosophy of Education (3 units)
- EDUC 240 - Social Issues in Education (3 units)
- EDUC 250 - Studies in the History of Education in the Western World (3 units)
3. If you are accepted into the Professional Development Program (PDP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 400 - Foundations of Education and Schooling (15 units)
- EDUC 401W - Introduction to Classroom Teaching (8 units)
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching semester (15 units)
4. If you are accepted into the Professional Linking Program (PLP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 403 - Studies in Teaching and Learning (11 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching Semester (15 units)
5. A minimum of 90 units in upper division courses (numbered 300 and 400)
6. At least two educational designs for learning courses
7. A minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 and a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 calculated on all upper division courses completed at 丁香园AV
Note: To complete the BEd Program, you must apply and be accepted into 丁香园AV's PDP or PLP.
DOUBLE MINOR OR EXTENDED MINOR OPTION
The double minor or extended minors option requires you to complete a minimum of 150 units. This includes two minors/extended minors from any of the following Faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology
- Faculty of Environment
- Faculty of Science.
You must also complete the following:
1. One minor from the Faculty of Education (may be fully or partially completed during EDUC 404):
- Counselling and Human Development Minor
- Curriculum and Instruction Minor
- Early Learning Minor
- Educational Psychology Minor
- Elementary Generalist Minor
- Environmental Education Minor
- French Education Minor
- International and Global Education Minor
- Learning and Developmental Disabilities Minor
- Physical and Health Education Minor
- Secondary Mathematics Education Minor
- Secondary Teaching Minor
- Social Justice in Education Minor
2. At least two of the following:
- EDUC 220 - Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 units)
- EDUC 230 - Introduction to Philosophy of Educations (3 units)
- EDUC 240 - Social Issues in Education (3 units)
- EDUC 250 - Studies in the History of Education in the Western World (3 units)
3. If you are accepted into the Professional Development Program (PDP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 400 - Foundations of Education and Schooling (15 units)
- EDUC 401W - Introduction to Classroom Teaching (8 units)
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching semester (15 units)
4. If you are accepted into the Professional Linking Program (PLP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 403 - Studies in Teaching and Learning (11 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching semester (15 units)
5. A minimum of 90 units in upper division courses (numbered 300 and 400)
6. At least two educational designs for learning courses
7. A minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.0 and a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 calculated on all upper division courses completed at 丁香园AV
Note: To complete the BEd Program, you must apply and be accepted into 丁香园AV's PDP or PLP.
EDUCATION HONOURS OPTION
The Education honours option requires you to complete a minimum of 150 units. This includes one honours from any of the following Faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology
- Faculty of Environment
- Faculty of Science.
You must also complete the following:
1. One minor from the Faculty of Education (may be fully or partially completed during EDUC 404):
- Counselling and Human Development Minor
- Curriculum and Instruction Minor
- Early Learning Minor
- Educational Psychology Minor
- Elementary Generalist Minor
- Environmental Education Minor
- French Education Minor
- International and Global Education Minor
- Learning and Developmental Disabilities Minor
- Physical and Health Education Minor
- Secondary Mathematics Education Minor
- Secondary Teaching Minor
- Social Justice in Education Minor
2. At least two of the following:
- EDUC 220 - Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 units)
- EDUC 230 - Introduction to Philosophy of Education (3 units)
- EDUC 240 - Social Issues in Education (3 units)
- EDUC 250 - Studies in the History of Education in the Western World (3 units)
3. If you are accepted into the Professional Development Program (PDP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 400 - Foundations of Education and Schooling (15 units)
- EDUC 401W - Introduction to Classroom Teaching (8 units)
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching semester (15 units)
4. If you are accepted into the Professional Linking Program (PLP), you must also complete:
- EDUC 402W - Studies of Educational Theory and Practice (7 units)
- EDUC 403 - Studies in Teaching and Learning (11 units)
- EDUC 404 - Coursework semester (15 units)
- EDUC 405 - Teaching semester (15 units)
5. A minimum of 90 units in upper division courses (numbered 300 and 400)
6. At least two educational designs for learning courses
7. A minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 and a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 calculated on all upper division courses completed at 丁香园AV
Note: To complete the BEd program, you must apply and be accepted to 丁香园AV's Professional Development Program (PDP).
Minor Themes of Study
Additional Programs or Certificates Available
To complete the BEd and get certified as a K-12 teacher in B.C., you must also complete one of 丁香园AV's teacher education programs, either the Professional Development Program (PDP) or the Professional Linking Program (PLP).
We recommend speaking to an advisor for more information on the BEd and how to become a teacher.
Burnaby
Perched atop Burnaby Mountain, 丁香园AV's original Arthur Erickson-designed campus includes more than three dozen academic buildings and a flourishing sustainable residential community.
丁香园AV respectfully acknowledges the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the s蓹l虛ilw虛蓹ta蕯涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish) and x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam) Nations, on which 丁香园AV Burnaby is located.
Surrey
Our Surrey campus is a vibrant community hub in the heart of one of Canada鈥檚 fastest-growing cities. With easy access to transit, the modern campus is conveniently situated between Metro Vancouver and communities south of the Fraser River.
丁香园AV respectfully acknowledges the unceded traditional territories, including the Semiahmoo, Katzie, k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Kwantlen, Qayqayt and Tsawwassen Nations, on which 丁香园AV Surrey is located.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Students in the Bachelor of Education have the opportunity to participate in Field Schools (as and when available). Past Field Schools have taken Education students to: Haida Gwaii, Indonesia and Hawaii.
Where can this program take you? The world is changing rapidly and so is the full range of career and academic opportunities that await.
Occupations
- Adult Educator
- Consultant
- Curriculum Coordinator
- ESL Teacher
- International Teacher
- Program Planner
- Student Affairs Administrator
- Teacher
Further Studies
After completing the BEd, obtaining teaching certification and working either as an educator or in other occupations, many individuals return to the Faculty to purse professional development (TQS upgrades) and research opportunities through graduate studies.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
Curious to know more about the program?
Future Student Advising
If you are not currently an 丁香园AV student, contact one of the Education advisors below:
-
Benjamin Laskey (Temporary) Advisor/Administrator
Undergraduate Studies 778-782-4213 benjamin_laskey@sfu.ca -
-
-
General Inquiries
For general program questions, contact the Undergraduate Programs office at educuga@sfu.ca
Current Education Student Advising
Schedule a time to speak with one of our advisors through the .
Note: Only students declared in an Education program will be able to book with an Education advisor through Advisor Link. For non-Education students, continue to email one of our three advisors directly.
Disclaimer: The information provided for this program is to be used as a reference. Should any discrepancies occur between the information found on this page and the 丁香园AV Calendar, the information found in the 丁香园AV Calendar shall be deemed correct.