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| Education - Post Baccalaureate Degree | | |
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School | Vancouver Island University | | |
Location | Nanaimo, BC, Canada | | |
School Type | University | | |
School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 12,000 Full-time Graduate: 440 | | |
Degree | Bachelor | | |
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Length | 18 Month(s) | | |
Entry Grade (%)* | 64% to 67% | | |
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Prerequisites Notes | Degree from a recognized university or university-college acceptable in content to the VIU Faculty of Education, VIU Admissions and Registration, and the BC Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch;
Course prerequisites vary depending on the program chosen. Students should consult the program website for details. | | |
Cost | National: | $8,609 | International: | $17,369 |
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Description | This program is designed for university graduates who have earned an appropriate discipline-based undergraduate degree and who wish to become professionally certified teachers. This is a 1½-year post-degree, 62 credit professional program leading to a Bachelor of Education that can only be earned as a second degree. Course work and field experience is completed over three full-time semesters with intake only occurring in the Fall of each academic year. All academic courses are delivered on campus in Nanaimo and does not run during the summer months.
Applicants can apply for the elementary and/or secondary teaching option(s). Coursework will have either an elementary or secondary focus with supporting practicums. Either option will prepare applicants for teaching at the middle school level. | | |
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.