Welcome to one of Canada's leading faculties of Education
The Werklund School of Education offers five pathways to obtain a Bachelor of Education
Program Highlights
Ranked as a Top 4 Education Faculty by Maclean's University Ranking 2021!
Over $1.5 million dollars in scholarships, awards, and bursaries awarded to Werklund School of Education undergraduate students in the 2020/2021 academic year!
Numerous opportunities for students to publicly showcase their research to peers, instructors, and the professional teaching community through various program showcases and conferences!
Unique courses and pedagogy focused on emerging fields in education including STEM (Science Technology Engineering, and Math), Indigenous Ways of Knowing, English Language Learners, Design-Based Thinking, Interdisciplinary Thinking, Assessment and incorporating Digital Technologies!
Which Program is Best for Me?
The Werklund School of Education offers five pathways to obtain a Bachelor of Education. Select the option that describes you best, and discover your Bachelor of Education!
If you're looking at obtaining your first degree, or changing your major, check out the below pathways:
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Four-Year On-Campus Pathway
Do you want to take the fastest path toward embarking on your teaching career?
Do you live in, or want to move to, Calgary? Explore the Four-Year On-Campus Pathway!
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Four-Year Community-Based Pathway
Do you want to take the fastest path toward embarking on your teaching career?
Do you live in a rural or remote area of Alberta? Would you like to remain and teach in your home community? Explore the Four-Year Community-Based Pathway!
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Five-Year Concurrent Pathway
Do you want to get two degrees at the same time and explore your teachable subject area more in-depth? Explore the Five-Year Concurrent BEd Pathway!
If you are on the verge of completing an undergraduate degree, or already have one, check out the below pathways:
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Two-Year On-Campus After-Degree Pathway
Do you live, or want to move to, Calgary? Explore the Two-Year On-Campus After-Degree pathway!
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Two-Year Community-Based After-Degree Pathway
Do you live in a rural or remote area of Alberta? Would you like to remain and teach in your home community? Explore the Two-Year Community-Based After-Degree Pathway!
We are more than just an undergraduate degree program! Check out a few of the student opportunities and highlights that we offer, below.
Are you a Teacher or Community Partner looking to get involved?
Are you interested in becoming a partner teacher, or working with the Werklund School of Education's Undergraduate Programs in another capacity? Are you looking to develop your leadership capacity by working with a final year student through our Mentorship program? Take a look at all the current opportunities for you to get connected, below!
Mentorship
As an experienced educator, you take great pride in your profession, and want to pass on your knowledge on to the next generation. Your contribution will help new teachers thrive and excel in their practice. Learn more about getting involved here!
Service Learning
Our students get a chance to work with children and youth through a wide range of community and campus partners, apply course concepts to the real world, and get co-curricular credit while they build their professional network. Learn more about getting involved here!
Partner Teachers
Partner teachers are key to our students' success, and the success of their classrooms. Your rewarding partnership will help our pre-service teachers develop their skills during their field placements. Learn more about getting involved here!
Professional Growth Opportunities
An opportunity to engage in education credit courses, with topics including Indigenous Literacy, Emerging Digital Pedagogies, and Diversity in an Inclusive Classroom. These courses have been postponed until Summer 2022, but more information can be found here.
Important dates and upcoming events
Oct. 12, 2021
EDUC 440: Field Experience I begins today, and runs until October 22nd.
Oct. 13, 2021
Our team will be working remotely from today, October 13th, through Tuesday, October 19th. Our office in EDT 230 will be closed during this time, re-opening Wednesday, October 20th.
Oct. 19, 2021
EDUC 540: Field Experience III seminars run today from 4.00 - 5.00pm.
Oct. 19, 2021
Join us for our After-Degree webinar today at 6.00pm! Intended for Future Students, we'll go over the program, admission requirements, and more!
Oct. 20, 2021
Our office in EDT 230 re-opens today!
Oct. 25, 2021
Teaching Across Borders Interest Sessions 2 are being held today!
Nov. 1, 2021
EDUC 540: Field Experience III begins today, and runs until December 10th.
Nov. 7, 2021
The Fall term break begins today, and runs until November 13th. Field III students do not follow University breaks, but should instead refer to their placement school calendar.
Nov. 11, 2021
The University will be closed on Thursday, November 11th for Remembrance Day. Inquiries received during this date will be responded to upon re-opening.
Nov. 15, 2021
Teaching Across Borders applications open today!
Nov. 15, 2021
Teaching Across Borders Interest Sessions 3 are being held today!
Nov. 22, 2021
Winter term Service-Learning applications open today!
Nov. 22, 2021
Join us for our Concurrent Pathway Webinar today from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Intended for current Concurrent students, this session will cover your degree structure, academic regulations, and more!
Nov. 26, 2021
EDUC 540: Field Experience III seminars run today from 9.00am - 12.00pm or 1.00 - 4.00pm.
Dec. 9, 2021
Fall term classes end today. Field III students should refer to their placement dates.
Dec. 25, 2021
The University will be closed for Winter Break from the close of office hours on Friday, December 24th, re-opening Monday, January 3rd. Inquiries received during this period will be responded to upon re-opening.
News
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Apply for a University of Calgary Teaching and Learning Grant by Jan. 17, 2022...
Have questions?
Advising Availability
Visit Contact Us for further details on appointment and drop-in options.
Current Students: Book online
Future Students: Email upe@ucalgary.ca or call 403.220.5639
Location
Education Tower, Room 230 (Second Floor)
University of Calgary Main Campus
2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta