Teacher education programs

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At UVic, you will find yourself immersed in a personalized and intimate program, with an emphasis on practical hands-on experiences early on in your degree

Graduates of teacher education programs are professionals who believe in the lifelong transformative power of learning. Our graduates actively promote justice, equity, respect and safety within a diverse and democratic society.

Defining features of our programs

  1. Cohort-based
  2. Integrated Indigenous ways of learning and knowing
  3. Early opportunities for active observation and participation in local classrooms 
  4. Hands-on learning through multiple practicum experiences in diverse settings
  5. Competency-based learning that supports academic and professional success

Elementary teacher education programs

For those who want to be general classroom teachers for students in kindergarten to grade 7.

Secondary teacher education programs

For those who want to teach one or more subjects in a secondary school.

Contact Teacher Education advising

MAC A225 
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm)

Appointments: We offer drop-in appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 am - 11:30 am and 1:00pm - 3:30pm. You may call, email, or visit us in person to book your drop-in appointment. We offer both in-person and phone appointments.
Phone: To schedule an appointment or talk to an adviser, call 250-721-7877.
Email: . Please allow up to 48 hours for a response.

If you are a future student, we can assist you with:

  • The admission requirements for Teacher Education Programs
  • The program requirements for the Minor in Art Education and the Minor in Education.
  • Application preparation for Teacher Education Programs

If you are a current student, we can assist you with:

  • Your program planning and Curriculum, Advising and Program Planning (CAPP) Report
  • The graduation requirements of your program
  • Your academic standing in the Faculty of Education
  • Letters of Permission

Mailing address:
Education Advising at MacLaurin
Faculty of Education
University of Victoria
PO Box 1700 STN CSC
Victoria, BC, V8W 2Y2