Overview

The Bachelor of Education program at Cape Breton University equips aspiring teachers with the critical skills, knowledge and experiences they need to become professional educators.

Key facts

Applicants may apply to either the Elementary Education or Secondary Education stream, with each stream providing opportunities to apply relevant curriculum, instructional theory and methods for a career in education.

In addition to its focus on Education for Sustainability and Indigenous education, the program includes other unique opportunities, such as a service-learning project and a professionalism workshop series.

During the program, students receive hands-on teaching experiences through 720 hours of practicum.

Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for a Nova Scotia teaching license, along with licensing and employment for any other province, territory or international opportunity they choose to pursue.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Skills and knowledge needed to be a professional educator in either elementary or secondary education.

Research

Reflective practice

Indigenous education

Education for Sustainability (EFS)

Inclusive education

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Possible Career Paths

Classroom teacher

Adult educator

Consultant

Corporate trainer

Education managers or recruiters

Curriculum developer

Attendance support worker

Community outreach worker

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology of Education

Leveraging Tech for Learning

Perspectives on Schooling

Inclusive Education

Teaching Elementary Visual Art

Learning Through Drama

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-13 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Sydney, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

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

Mathematics: Six credits in university Mathematics coursework with a preference for a course in fundamental concepts

English: Six credits in university English coursework

Three credits of Critical Study Coursework

Three credits of Developmental Psychology: PSYC 2601 or equivalent three credits in university Developmental Psychology coursework.

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

22005 CAD / year

≈ 22005 CAD / year

Additional Details

Other province students: $24,215.40

Living costs

Sydney

Canada

1080 - 1710 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key facts

What skills will I gain from this program?

Possible Career Paths

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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