Elementary Curriculum

In this program, you’ll learn how you can make a positive impact on children and other learners.

Potential careers

What can you do with an elementary curriculum degree? Here are a few jobs that relate to the program:

Some of these roles may require post-graduate studies or training.

Explore your career options at an appointment with a career educator.
Attend career development workshops as you search for work.
Take part in the Career Clarity program to generate career ideas and plan your next steps.

Career Services offers programs, workshops and support during your time at UVic and beyond.
With a work study position you can develop skills during your study term.
Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community while you build skills.

Here are a few professional associations related to elementary curriculum:

These courses in the elementary curriculum program offer extensive hands-on learning.

EDCI 303 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Canadian Education
Interview retired teachers to gain insight into the Canadian education system

EDCI 403 - Curriculum and Instruction in Elementary or Middle School Science
Spend time in schools to gain experience in practical planning for science classes

EDCI 453 - Ecology for Teachers
Take field trips to gain skills in using the outdoors as a focus for instruction

EDCI 454 - Environmental Education
Take field trips to explore environmental education issues and teaching methods

EPHE 310 - Physical Education for General Classroom Teachers I
Assist teachers in planning and implementing physical education programs

ED-P 251 - Three-Week Practicum
Gain experience teaching in an elementary classroom (3 weeks)

ED-P 351 - Six-Week Practicum
Gain experience teaching in an elementary classroom (6 weeks)

ED-P 451 - Nine-Week Practicum
Gain experience teaching in an elementary classroom (9 weeks)

ED-P 497 - Professional Seminar or Practicum
Gain or validate your teaching certificate or update your teaching skills through this professional seminar or supervised practicum

These courses are not always offered as described.

To explore more visit the elementary curriculum site. For degree planning contact your adviser for help.