Bachelor of Education (12 Months)
Cape Breton University offers the Bachelor of Education (Elementary and Intermediate/Secondary Education). Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be eligible to apply for teaching certification in Nova Scotia. This 60-credit degree is 12-months in duration (including the teaching internship). Classes commence each spring.
** The 16 month program previously offered (Program discontinued, as of 2023), has been adapted into a 12 month format. Please contact the School of Education and Health for further information.
Admission Requirements for Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Education Degree and Course Requirements for Program Acceptance (2023)
Admission requirements for this program include:
- Completion of an undergraduate degree (minimum of a 90-credit degree) from a recognized university and submission of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Minimum 70% average within the last 60 credits and minimum 65% overall*
- Submission of an essay (maximum 500 words) indicating applicant’s philosophy of teaching, vision of education, and reasons for wishing to enter this profession
- Submission of a resume detailing previous work and volunteer experience. Experience working with school aged children/youth is an asset (coaching, tutoring, etc.).
- An academic and non-academic reference form to be sent directly from the referee to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Select a non-academic reference that can speak strongly to leadership, communication and decision-making skills. References from friends or family are not suitable.
- Applications will be screened during the admissions process and selected applicants will move forward to an interview
*Please note: The Bachelor of Education admission committee appreciates that because of extenuating circumstances, some applicants may not meet the academic average requirement. Additionally, we recognize that not all applicants will have access to the same opportunities to work/volunteer with school aged individuals. We invite applicants to include additional information on any such circumstances with their application for the admission committee’s consideration.
Candidates must also possess the following academic prerequisites, as determined by the Office of Nova Scotia Teacher Certification:
Elementary Education Stream (Grades P-6)
- Social Studies: six credits in university social studies from among History (with a preference for local and Canadian History), Geography, Political Science, Anthropology, Sociology, Economics, Law, Classics, African Canadian Studies, Mi’kmaq Studies, Acadian Studies and/or Philosophy
- Science: Six credits in university science coursework from any one or combination of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology/Earth Sciences, Oceanography, and Environmental Studies
- Six credits in university Mathematics coursework with a preference for a course in fundamental concepts
- English: Six credits in university English cour