Welcome to one of Canada's leading faculties of Education
The Werklund School of Education offers five pathways to obtain a Bachelor of Education
Registration 2023/2024
Answers to common registration questions about EDUC 430, 435, and more can be found on our Registration Guide! Check it out for details on what EDUC 400 and 500-level classes have route or teachable restrictions, associated Service-Learning opportunities, and more!
Starting post-secondary for the first time? Connect with New Student Registration Assistance, and check out the First Year Degree Guide!
Program Highlights
Ranked 4th in Canada in Education and Teaching by the QS World University Rankings, 2022!
Over $1.5 million dollars in scholarships, awards, and bursaries awarded to Werklund School of Education undergraduate students in the 2021/2022 academic year!
Numerous opportunities for students to engage in undergraduate research through awards and the Honours program!
Unique experiential learning opportunities available, ranging from co-curricular Service Learning to Teaching Across Borders, Land-Based opportunities, mentorship, tutoring, and more!
Which Pathway 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 in, 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 skills by working with a final year student through our mentorship program? Take a look at our opportunities to get you 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!
Community Partners
Our Community Partners support our Community-Based students in rural and remote settings during their field placements. Mentorship from experienced educators is integral to their success. To learn more, connect with us!
Join Concurrent pathway graduate Gordie Bishop on the Choose UCalgary Podcast, as he discusses field experience!
Important dates and upcoming events
June 8, 2023
Advising Closure Notice: Advising will be unavailable today, due to advising project development. We look forward to connecting with you tomorrow!
June 9, 2023
Office Remote Notice: Our team will be working remotely today, due to construction. Feel free to connect with us online, via upe@ucalgary.ca!
June 15, 2023
Today is the last day for Spring term classes!
June 20, 2023
Office Closure Notice: Our office will be closed this afternoon for team development. We look forward to connecting with you tomorrow!
June 20, 2023
Newly admitted Community-Based Four-Year student? Join us for our Registration Webinar today at 6.00pm! We'll go over degree structure, Letter of Permission selection, program progression, and more!
July 3, 2023
Office Closure Notice: Our office will be closed in lieu of Canada Day, today. We look forward to connecting with you tomorrow!
July 5, 2023
Summer term tuition is due today, including for courses starting on July 10th.
July 10, 2023
Our Community-Based Summer Residency Series and EDUC Summer term courses begin today!
Aug. 7, 2023
Office Closure Notice: Our office will be closed for Heritage Day, today. We look forward to connecting with you tomorrow!
Aug. 9, 2023
Advising Closure Notice: Advising will be unavailable August 9th through 10th, due to our Annual Academic Review Follow-Up Closure. We look forward to connecting with you on the 11th!
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Have questions?
Advising Availability
Visit our contact page for further details on appointment and drop-in options.
Location
Education Tower, Room 230 (Second Floor)
University of Calgary Main Campus
2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta