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Bachelor of Education

Gain the foundation you need to build a meaningful and fulfilling career in the ever-changing teaching and learning environment. Our Bachelor of Education program includes three stream options so you can choose an age group specialty, and a wide variety of courses to help maximize your experience.

Our Bachelor of Education program includes three stream options so you can specialize your age group (early years, K-Grade 4; middle years, grades 5-8 and senior years, grades 9-12) and a wide variety of courses to help maximize your experience. Study areas include:

  • Indigenous knowledge and curriculum
  • inclusive education
  • cross-cultural education
  • technology
  • second-language education
  • education for sustainable development
  • curriculum areas in sciences, arts, social studies, languages, math, human ecology and physical education.

We also offer a variety of options for practicum school experience, including urban, rural, French immersion, northern and international settings.

Unique Practicum Options

The Practicum and Partnerships Office provides a range of engaging opportunities for our Bachelor of Education students in a variety of settings. We also offer unique practicum options that allow you to expand and deepen your understanding of teaching and learning in diverse settings across Manitoba.

Indigenous Studies Option
The Indigenous Studies Practicum provides our students with an opportunity to delve into ways of incorporating Indigenous perspectives in Manitoba classrooms. Our students work with the school and/or division staff who have experience in Indigenous education to more deeply explore Indigenous education during practicum. Students are provided with resources and opportunities to participate in additional professional development opportunities focused on Indigenous education.

First Nations/Home Community Practicum
The Practicum and Partnership Office offers students the opportunity to complete a practicum in or near their First Nations or home community with support from our Indigenous Faculty members. We have offered practicums in several communities including Fisher River Cree Nation, Hollow Water First Nation and Norway House Cree Nation.

Adult Education Option
Using the Manitoba Education curriculum, adult education learning centres provide adult students with opportunities to achieve academic success and personal growth in an intentionally designed learning environment. Students at these centres may take full-time, part-time, or combined programs depending on their needs and circumstances. Students come to these centres to complete their mature student high school diploma or upgrade high school credits to meet post-secondary or work-related requirements.

Students attend adult education centres for many reasons. For instance, they may have withdrawn from a high school within Canada before they graduated or they may be immigrants who did not have an opportunity to attend high school earlier in their lives. Courses are offered at the Grade 9-12 levels. This is an exceptional practicum opportunity for B.Ed students in our Senior Years program.

Northern Practicum
We offer a practicum opportunity in a northern Manitoba community. The Northern Practicum option enables B.Ed students to experience teaching while living in a community in Manitoba’s northern region. We arrange comfortable housing at no cost to our students and provide financial assistance for travel to the community. A small group of B.Ed students travel to the community together to share in this unique experience. Students in the Northern Practicum learn about the community and meet some of the educators before the practicum begins. We have offered Northern Practicum opportunities in several communities including Churchill, Gillam, and Norway House.

International Practicum
Teaching in an international context provides an opportunity to develop cultural awareness, enhance skills in meeting the needs of diverse learners, and establish professional relationships with educators who have unique experiences and perspectives. Financial assistance may be available for travel and accommodation costs.

Special Focus Practicum Experiences
Special focus practicum experiences are organized yearly in response to our students’ feedback, to the interests of school divisions, and in order to support B.Ed students in exploring new Manitoba curriculum and education initiatives.

Some examples of special focus practicums are:

  • Senior Years Science
  • Inner City School and Community
  • Inclusive Practices
  • Senior Years English Language Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Human Ecology

How to obtain a Bachelor of Education degree

A Bachelor of Education at the University of Manitoba is a two-year program that follows completion of a bachelor’s degree. Your first university degree and the courses you have taken must meet the Bachelor of Education admissions requirements.

It takes two years of full-time study to complete the Bachelor of Education program. Students may complete their degree on a part-time basis; however, day-time attendance is required and the practicum requires full-time attendance.

Ensure your first university degree includes the required courses for admission

Complete the Bachelor of Education Admission Worksheet (PDF).

If you are a high school student applying for university entry, use the following resources to help you choose your first degree and courses:

If you are a university student pursuing your first degree or you hold a bachelor’s degree, use the following resources to see if your courses meet the admissions requirements:

Early and Middle Years breadth requirements

Early and Middle Years program applicants can take the following courses to meet the breadth requirements for Social Studies and Science.

Social Studies Breadth Courses

The following courses meet the Social Studies breadth requirement for admission to the Early Years or Middle Years After-Degree Bachelor of Education program. This breadth requirement can be fulfilled by any coursework offered by the departments of History or Geography.

In addition, the following courses (or their equivalent) offered by the departments of Canadian Studies, Classics, and Native Studies will fulfill this requirement:

CDN 1130 Introduction to Canadian Studies
CDN 3730 Canadian Identity: An Interdisciplinary Approach
CLAS 1270 Introduction to Ancient Greek Culture
CLAS 1280 Introduction to Ancient Roman Culture
CLAS 2140 Greek History: Pre-Classical Greece 1220479 BC
CLAS 2150 Greek History: Classical Greece 479-323 BC
CLAS 2160 Roman History: The Roman Republic, 753-30 BC
CLAS 2170 Roman History: The Roman Empire, 30 BC-AD 337
NATV 1200 (History) The Native Peoples of Canada
NATV 1220 (History) The Native Peoples of Canada, Part 1
NATV 1240 (History) The Native Peoples of Canada, Part 2
Science Breadth Courses

The following courses meet the Science breadth requirement for admission to the Early Years or Middle Years After-Degree Bachelor of Education program. This breadth requirement can be fulfilled by any coursework offered by the departments of Biology, Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, Botany, Chemistry, Ecology, Physics, Zoology, Environmental Science, and Geological Science.

In addition, the following courses offered by the departments of Plant, Animal, and Soil Science will fulfill this requirement:

ANSC 2510 Anatomy and Physiology 1: Control Systems
ANSC 2520 Anatomy and Physiology 2: Nutrient Utilization
ANSC 3500 Principles of Animal Genetics
ANSC 3520 Animal Reproduction
ANSC 4280 Applied Animal Genetics
PLNT 2520 Genetics
PLNT 3500 Plant Physiology
PLNT 4330 Intermediate Plant Genetics
PLNT 4550 Developmental Plant Biology
SOIL 3600 Soils and Landscapes in Our Environment
SOIL 4130 Soil Chemistry and Mineralogy

Anatomy, Chemistry, Physics and Genetics offered by the Faculties of Medicine and Dentistry are also acceptable courses.

Developmental Studies Minor for Early or Middle Year Programs

Below is a list of courses that are acceptable towards a Minor in Developmental Studies for application to the B.Ed. Program (Early or Middle Years)

FMLY 1010 Human Development in the Family
FMLY 1020 Family Issues across the Lifespan
FMLY 2350 Multicultural Family Issues
FMLY 2400 Family Financial Health
FMLY 2600 Foundations of Childhood Developmental Health
FMLY 2900 Families, Housing and Community: A Development Perspective
FMLY 3220 Death and the Family
FMLY 3330 Parenting and Developmental Health
FMLY 3240 Families in Later Years
FMLY 3600 Adolescents in Families and Society
FMLY 3610 Developmental Health of Children and Youth
FMLY 3780 Introduction to the Development of Programs for Children and Families
FMLY 3800 Conflict Resolution in the Family
FMLY 4330 Management of Family Stress
FMLY 4600 Risk and Resilience in Behavioral and Social Development
FMLY 4470
FMLY 4800
As these are both "topics" courses, applicants are required to provide a course outline to verify the "developmental" component
PSYC 2290 Child Development
PSYC 2310 Adolescent Development
PSYC 2370 Developmental Psychology from Adolescence to Old Age
PSYC 2460 Dyadic Relations
PSYC 3580 Language and Thought
PSYC 3450 Psychology of Personality
PSYC 4600 This is a "topics" course. Applicants are required to program a course outline to verify the "developmental" component

Apply by the stated deadline

Online applications are available in November and the deadline to apply is Feb. 1.  You must complete your first degree and requisite courses by the end of the Winter Term in the year of your application.

Diversity admissions policy

The Faculty of Education's Diversity Admissions Policy aims to ensure that graduates of the UM Bachelor of Education program help to create a more diverse teaching force in the province, representing the “cultural, ethnic, regional and social diversity of Manitoba.”

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education

Learning is a way of life in the field of education. Growing as an educator means adapting to a rapidly changing world, honing your skills and opening your mind to new perspectives, experiences and knowledge.

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education is designed to respond to the needs of teachers, school divisions, and educational authorities, by tailoring cohorts, course offerings, and course content to meet their needs. Interesting courses are offered yearly and are designed to address contemporary issues in the classroom. 

The program is flexible, designed for teachers and other educational professionals with busy schedules. Participants will focus on professional development through exploring advances in curriculum and methods of practice.

In addition, PBDE students can choose a focused approach to their studies through a variety of Summer Institutes that address the needs of educators.  There are also opportunities for travel study in the summer in countries like India, Ethiopia and Thailand.

Career advancement and certification

A valid Manitoba teaching certificate must be held in order to be employed as professional school personnel in Manitoba. You must apply for professional certification from the province.

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education is recognized by Manitoba Education for salary classification purposes. The program also provides the opportunity for teachers to follow courses of study leading to:

  • School leadership certificate
  • Special education certificate
  • School counsellor certificate
  • Partial fulfillment of the requirements of the school administrators’ (Level 1)
  • Principals’ (Level 2) certificate

These certificates are issued by Manitoba Education & Advanced Learning. For information regarding specialist certificates, contact:

Professional Certification Unit
Manitoba Education
Box 700, Russell, Manitoba R0J 1W0
1-800-667-2378 or 1-204-773-2998
certification@gov.mb.ca

Course selection

Post-Baccalaureate students can design their own program of study tailored to their areas of interest. Courses can be selected from the Faculty of Education as well as other UM faculties or other approved institutions.

A wide selection of courses are available through the University of Manitoba, including Summer Session, Distance Education, online courses, and Summer Institutes. Courses are available in:

  • Indigenous education
  • Adult and post-secondary education
  • Expressive arts (art, drama, music)
  • Educational technology
  • Counselling
  • Cross-cultural education
  • Early years education
  • Educational administration
  • Inclusive special education
  • Mathematics education
  • Reading/language arts
  • Science education
  • Second language education
  • Social studies education
  • Technical/vocational education

To see a complete list of courses and course names offered by the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education program, see the "Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Education" section of the Academic Calendar. Please note that some of these courses are not regularly offered.

Getting your PBDE Diploma

The PBDE Program consists of 30 credit hours of course work, subject to the following requirements:

Students Admitted Fall 2022 or later
  • A minimum of 18 credit hours must be taken in the Faculty of Education at the 5000- level
  • A maximum of 12 credit hours may be taken in the Faculty of Education below the 5000-level
  • A maximum of 12 credit hours may be taken outside the Faculty of Education at the introductory or higher level of which six credit hours may be taken at the 1000-level. In the case of language study other than English or French, a maximum of 12 credit hours may be taken at the 1000-level provided both are in the same language
  • A maximum of six credit hours may be earned through approved external field-led courses. These courses are Faculty-approved courses offered by approved partner organizations. Prior approval through the ‘Application for Letter of Permission’ will be required before taking courses and only students enrolled in the PBDE may take these courses
  • PBDE students are not permitted to take graduate courses Subject to approval by the faculty, up to 12 credit hours of courses may be transferred into the PBDE program from approved institutions other than the University of Manitoba.
Students Admitted Prior to Fall 2022
  • A minimum of 12 credit hours must be taken in the Faculty of Education at the 5000- level;
  • A maximum of 18 credit hours may be taken in the Faculty of Education below the 5000-level;
  • A maximum of 18 credit hours may be taken outside the Faculty of Education at the introductory or higher level of which six credit hours may be taken at the 1000-level. In the case of language study other than English or French, a maximum of 12 credit hours may be taken at the 1000-level provided both are in the same language;
  • A maximum of six credit hours may be earned through approved external field-led courses. These courses are Faculty-approved courses offered by approved partner organizations. Prior approval through the ‘Application for Letter of Permission’ will be required before taking courses and only students enrolled in the PBDE may take these courses;
  • PBDE students are not permitted to take graduate courses

Subject to approval by the faculty, up to 12 credit hours of courses may be transferred into the PBDE program from approved institutions other than the University of Manitoba.

The maximum time allowed for completing the PBDE program is six*years from the time of admission. In addition, a student will not be permitted to count toward the diploma any course completed more than six* years prior to the time of admission.

A minimum grade of C is required for each course that is to be included in the PBDE program.

Student Advising, Admissions and Registration Inquiries

Undergraduate Programs Office
Room 203, Education Building,
Faculty of Education, University of Manitoba
Ph: (204) 474-9004
Toll Free (MB): 1-800-432-1960 ext. 9004
Fax: (204) 474-7551
E-mail: pbde.education@umanitoba.ca

Office Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Information and Application

 

Master of Education

The UM Faculty of Education is an advanced educational research institute, providing graduate students the chance to study and work with faculty members actively engaged in research.

Our concentrations offer students the opportunity to complete their Master of Education (MEd) on a part-time basis with numerous courses available in the evening and during the summer months.

Concentrations

We offer eleven different MEd areas of concentrations:

Detailed information, admission deadlines and documents, and a list of graduate program advisors is available on the Master of Education Concentrations page.

Completing a Master of Education program at the University of Manitoba does not qualify you for teacher certification. To obtain a Manitoba teaching certificate, you must normally be a graduate of a Bachelor of Education program in Manitoba, and your credentials are then assessed by the Professional Certification branch.

Student Advising, Admissions and Registration Inquiries

Graduate Programs Office
Room 203, Education Building,
Faculty of Education, University of Manitoba
Ph: (204) 474-9004
Toll Free (MB): 1-800-432-1960 ext. 9004
Fax: (204) 474-7551
E-mail: gradprograms.education@umanitoba.ca

Office Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

PhD in Education

The Education PhD program educates teaching professionals as researchers; the program consists of coursework and a substantial research component. By gaining an in-depth understanding of theories within the field of education our graduates work to enhance understanding and improve professional practice.

Student Advising, Admissions and Registration Inquiries

Graduate Programs Office
Room 203, Education Building,
Faculty of Education, University of Manitoba
Ph: (204) 474-9004
Toll Free (MB): 1-800-432-1960 ext. 9004
Fax: (204) 474-7551
E-mail: gradprograms.education@umanitoba.ca

Office Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Campus Life

Campus Life supports students with intellectual and developmental disabilities as auditing students at the University of Manitoba.

Since 2004, Campus Life has supported students with intellectual and developmental disabilities as auditing students at the University of Manitoba. Students are also encouraged to participate in social opportunities available on campus.

Campus Life, an award-winning program, is an extension of the inclusive education concept practiced in regular elementary and secondary classrooms. It promotes inclusive education at the post-secondary level for students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to attend university.

This unique access to post-secondary opportunities supports UM’s mandate to ensure that programs are accessible to the widest variety of students and reflect the diversity of Manitoba’s population.

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    An award-winning program

    Campus Life is an extension of the inclusive education concept practiced in regular elementary and secondary classrooms. It promotes inclusive education at the post-secondary level for students.

Where your degree or diploma can take you

Your teaching degree can be applied across many areas of employment, though additional training may be required for some positions. The following links will help you explore some of your options:

Visit Career Services to get help with career planning.

Supports and opportunities

Contact Us

Faculty of Education
203 Education Building, 71 Curry Place
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

204-474-9004
1-800-432-1960 ext 9004
204-474-7551