Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum (post-degree professional program)

Bachelor of Education (BEd)

Why choose Teacher Education at UVic?

If you already have an undergraduate degree and want to become an elementary school teacher, this program is for you. You'll discover how to guide, inspire and support young learners while building a teaching practice that reflects who you are.

Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference.
Strong preparation for today’s elementary classrooms.
Hands-on learning in real school settings.
Supportive, close-knit learning community.

Fast-track your career

Complete the program in four terms over 16 months.
Graduate in less than two years.
Move quickly from study to the classroom.

Explore teaching methods

Learn how children learn—and how you teach best.
Study Indigenous ways of knowing and learning.
Work closely with instructors in small-group settings.
Explore a range of teaching approaches.
Learn through hands-on classroom experiences.

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Choose where you’ll study

John Horgan Campus

The Elementary Curriculum PDPP is delivered at the John Horgan Campus in Langford.
You'll benefit from enhanced connections between our university-based teacher preparation and local school district practice, offering you meaningful field experiences, professional learning and engagement in a dynamic community-centered environment.

College of the Rockies

You can also complete the Elementary Curriculum PDPP at the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook, BC.

Field experience

Link2Practice

Discover your passion for teaching during Link2Practice, where you'll learn from experienced teachers through classroom observation.
Immerse yourself in a vibrant school community, connecting with students, parents, and staff while gaining insights from a multidisciplinary team of professionals.

Practicum

Test-drive your teaching skills during practicum, where you'll build confidence through hands-on classroom leadership experiences.
Benefit from strong local partnerships, a dedicated support team and a growth-oriented environment that empowers you to thrive as an aspiring educator.

French-language teaching

Enhance your teaching qualifications with French-focused options that expand your impact and career options as a teacher, including a dedicated French cohort with 55% of your teacher preparation coursework in French and practicum placement in French immersion schools.

French Teacher Education

Admission requirements

Apply directly to this program as a post-secondary degree holder.
If you haven't completed a bachelor's degree, you're not eligible for this program. You should instead apply to the Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum program.

The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Minimum requirements

A bachelor's degree from a recognized institution that is acceptable to the University of Victoria.
A minimum average of "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on the most recent 12 UVic units attempted (24 credits = approximately 8 courses).
A minimum average of "C+" (3.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on the most recent two full years of courses attempted (30 UVic units = 60 credits).

Note: 3.0 UVic units are equivalent to two half-year courses or 6 credits at most BC colleges and universities.

Course and experience requirements

In addition to the minimum admission requirements, you must have completed:

approved courses in English, Canadian studies, mathematics and science
a minimum of 75 hours of practical experience (paid or volunteer) working with children/youth from Kindergarten - Grade 12 in educative ways.

Detailed information is provided on the Curriculum & Instruction website.

English language proficiency

If English is not your primary language at home and school, you must demonstrate language proficiency to attend UVic.

Ready to apply?

We'll walk you through all of the steps in the process, from submitting your online application to accepting your offer of admission.