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Deadlines

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  • Application: Winter 2027 (January) entry, all applicant types

    Winter 2027

    Applies to Ontario high school, out-of-province high school, international, and university/college transfer and mature students alike. Verbatim: "Submit your application by the date(s) listed below for guaranteed consideration" and "we will continue to accept and assess applications until each program is full".

    Official deadline
Other deadline details
No single OUAC deadline, deadlines are set by each university and sometimes by programOUAC Undergraduate application, applicants who are not Ontario high school students (Group B)2026 entry
  • No single OUAC deadline, deadlines are set by each university and sometimes by program
  • No single OUAC deadline
  • University, program, transcript, portfolio, interview, and audition dates still apply
Full source wording

Verbatim: "There is no specific Undergraduate application deadline if you are a Group B applicant. Deadlines vary at each university and sometimes depend on the program. Visit the university websites or contact the universities directly for their deadlines. If you are interested in a program but the deadline has passed, you may contact the university's admission office for help. Be aware of university-specific deadlines for submitting transcripts and portfolios, if required, and for arranging interviews and auditions. You must ensure the OUAC has enough time to process your choices before the universities' program deadlines." OUAC defines Group B as anyone who does not meet the Group A criteria, e.g. not currently taking an Ontario high school course, a Canadian outside Ontario, an international applicant, a postsecondary transfer student, or a mature applicant.

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Requirements

Admission requirements

High-school prerequisites

Check the university’s requirements for your province and applicant category.

  • Must be applying directly from high school
  • Fulfillment of admission requirements for your undergraduate degree program
York University programme-specific applicant requirements
Application steps
  1. Step 1Check the admission requirements
    • Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
    York University programme-specific applicant requirementsYork University programme-specific applicant requirements
  2. Step 2Apply through OUAC
    • Create your application and select this program.
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  3. Step 3Official academic transcripts
    • Normally required for undergraduate degree and certificate applicants, with published exceptions for mature applicants and visiting students on a letter of permission. Unofficial records can support conditional admission; final official originals must arrive directly from the institution before classes.
    York required undergraduate documentationYork required undergraduate documentation
  4. Step 4Apply through OUAC for the appropriate undergraduate degree and direct-entry Concurrent BEd route.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
    York University programme-specific applicant requirementsYork University programme-specific applicant requirements
  5. Step 5Submit the Faculty of Education direct-entry form, then the SIF with your experience profile, personal statement and two online referee forms.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
    York University programme-specific applicant requirementsYork University programme-specific applicant requirements
  6. Step 6Pay the $50 supplementary fee; complete the French language step only if applying to Glendon YGJ.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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Applicant pathways
Current direct-entry Concurrent BEd package

Fall 2027 high-school direct-entry applicants; Glendon language step only for YGJ

  • After applying through OUAC and obtaining your York reference number, submit the Faculty of Education direct-entry form by February 1.
  • Complete the SIF through MyFile: experience summary/profile, personal statement and two online referee forms by March 19.
  • Pay the $50 non-refundable supplementary fee by March 31.
  • YGJ French Second Language applicants also complete the Glendon placement test or upload DALF/DELF scores by March 31.
York exact Fall 2027 direct-entry SIF, two referees, fee and conditional Glendon language dates
Full IB Diploma subjects: BA + BEd

Applicants assessed on the full IB Diploma curriculum; exact BA + BEd programme variant

  • Apply directly from high school and meet the admission requirements of your chosen undergraduate degree. The concurrent BEd does not provide one common subject prerequisite list for all underlying degrees.
  • The concurrent Education supplementary form remains separately required.
York current Concurrent Education exact full-IB programme requirements
Concurrent BEd direct-entry eligibility across school curricula

Applicants entering the concurrent BEd directly from secondary school

  • The exact programme selector requires applicants to apply directly from high school and satisfy the chosen underlying undergraduate degree’s admission requirements. The concurrent BEd does not replace those degree requirements.
  • Participating faculties are Arts Media Performance and Design, Education BA Educational Studies, Environmental and Urban Change, Glendon, Health, Lassonde, Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, and Science. Their specific degree variants require separate assessment. The held supplemental package remains unchanged because selector and faculty pages publish conflicting dates. No transfer/mature-entry permission is inferred from the selector’s generic curriculum menu.
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Degree requirements

Intermediate/Senior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Intermediate/Senior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • ED/EDFE 1101 Cr=3.00 FR - Adolescent Development & Health (3.00)
  • Completed at least 12 credits from the following types of courses: The following teaching subject courses:
  • ED/XXXX 4000 3.00 – Teaching [teaching subject 1] in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions – Part A
  • ED/XXXX 4001 3.00 – Teaching [teaching subject 1] in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions – Part B
  • ED/XXXX 4000 3.00 – Teaching [teaching subject 2] in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions – Part A
  • ED/XXXX 4001 3.00 – Teaching [teaching subject 2] in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions – Part B
  • ED/EDFE4120 - Adolescent Development in Social Context (3.00)
  • ED/EDIS4000 - Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Intermediate-Senior Division (3.00)
  • ED/EDIS4100 - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDIS4200 - Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions (1.50)
  • ED/EDIS4300 - Technology in the Classroom - IS (1.50)
  • ED/EDIS3615 - New Media Literacies and Culture (3.00)
  • One elective course (3.00)
  • Teaching Panels - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area and the remaining 18 credits may be from a related business field. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/ACTG 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/ACTG 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching biology as a first teaching subject is an Honours BSc degree in Biology. However, Faculty of Science students who select Biology as their first teaching subject and either Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics as their second teaching subject, may wish to consider the Honours Science degree program which allows for a broader range of courses than in Specialized or Combined Honours.
  • At least 36 credits in Biology must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/BIOL 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Biology must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/BIOL 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching business studies is an Honours BA degree or equivalent Honours degree in administrative studies or commerce. Courses can be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor and/or the subject course director.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area or related business fields must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/BUSI 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/BUSI 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area and the remaining 18 credits may be from a related business field. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/ENTR 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/ENTR 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Chemistry as a first teaching subject is an Honours BSc degree in Chemistry. However, Faculty of Science students who select Chemistry as their first teaching subject and either Biology, Physics or Mathematics as their second teaching subject may wish to consider the Honours Science degree program which allows for a broader range of courses than in Specialized or Combined Honours.
  • At least 36 credits in Chemistry must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/CHEM 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Chemistry must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/CHEM 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Computer Studies is a BA or BSc degree or equivalent Honours degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/COST 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/COST 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Dance is a Specialized Honours BFA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Dance. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Adviser. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DANC 4000 and 4001 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 18 studio credits in Dance and 12 credits in theory-based courses. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • At least 18 credits from teaching subject area are required including 12 studio credits in Dance and 6 credits in theory-based courses. 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The best preparation for teaching Drama is a BA or BFA in theatre. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DRAA 4000 and 4001 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 18 studio credits in Drama and 12 credits in theory-based courses. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 12 studio credits in Drama and 6 credits in theory-based courses. 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The best preparation for teaching Economics is a BA degree or equivalent Honours degree in economics. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits in Economics must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/ECON 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Economics must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/ECON 4000 and 4001.
  • The following categories may familiarize students with some of the Junior, Intermediate and Senior curriculum expectations for teaching English. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. Courses on Shakespearian work are highly recommended. Categories of English courses (3.00 credits or/and 6.00 credits) that will meet requirements include:
  • 1. Introductory English Literature
  • 2. Shakespeare
  • 3. Canadian Literature
  • 4. Post-Colonial
  • 5. Gender Studies
  • 6. Language and Writing (e.g., Linguistics)
  • At least 36 credits in English from each of the listed fields of study above must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/EN 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in English must be completed, choosing one course from at least three of the categories above prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/EN 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Environmental Science is a BSc degree or an equivalent Honours degree in Environmental Science. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/ENVS 4000 and ED/ENVS 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/ENVS 4000 and ED/ENVS 4001.
  • Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • Family Studies courses are considered with a family focus in Humanities, Psychology, Social Sciences or Sociology, or 12 credits with a combination of family- focused courses across Humanities, Psychology, Social Sciences or Sociology and 12 credits from Early Childhood Education, Health Studies, Business/Commerce or Administrative Studies or Fashion Studies.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/FAST 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/FAST 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching French is a BA degree or an equivalent Honours degree in French. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • 36 credits in French must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/FREN 4000 and 4001. Students must complete a total of 36 credits including:
  • 18 credits in language
  • 12 credits in linguistics
  • six credits in literature
  • Students must complete at least 18 credits in French including in the following prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/FREN 4000 and 4001:
  • 12 credits in language
  • six credits in linguistics
  • * For Glendon students' requirements for the Bachelor of Education - French, please see details below.
  • The best preparation for teaching Geography is an Honours degree in Geography. In the Intermediate-Senior level some courses from a related field such as Environmental Studies may be considered as equivalents; courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/GEOG 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Geography including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/GEOG 4000 and 4001.
  • It is recommended that students take a 3.00-credit course in the Geoinformatics theme area.
  • Students will take four practicum (PKIN) activity courses from the six core areas. The six core areas include:
  • 1. Team Sports (300)
  • 2. Individual and dual sports (400)
  • 3. Individual and dual sports (400)
  • 4. Dance/gymnastics (500)
  • 5. Dance/gymnastics (500)
  • 6. Emergency Care (700)
  • Students must complete nine introductory credits in Kinesiology, with the remaining Kinesiology credits above the 1000-year level.
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/PHED 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/PHED 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/HIST 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/HIST 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/ITEC 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credit courses from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in in Semester 3 and 4 ED/ITEC 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Law is a BA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Law and Society or Criminology. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. Additional courses in Law, Criminal Procedure, Justice and other areas related to Law may be included in this teaching subject.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area including 12 credits in Criminal Law and 12 credits from Philosophy of Law or Crime and Social Conditions. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/LAW 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in the teaching subject area as follows: 12 credits in Crminal Law and six credits from Philosophy of Law or Crime and Social Conditions including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/LAW 4000 and 4001.
  • The following courses, or approved equivalents, must be included for a teaching subject in Mathematics. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor:
  • 1. six credits in Calculus
  • 2. six credits in Linear Algebra
  • 3. six credits in Probability and Statistics
  • 4. six credits in Proof-based Mathematics (or three credits in proof-based mathematics and three credits in modeling)
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/MATH 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits, consisting of six credits each in Calculus and Linear Algebra. Some combination of Probability and Statistics and/or Proof-based Mathematics should account for the remaining six credits, must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/MATH 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Music is a BFA or equivalent Honours degree in Music. Before taking the practicum-seminar(s), students are generally required to have completed the core curriculum as set out by the Music Department, School of the Arts, Music, Performance and Design. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MUSI 4000 and 4001 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 18 studio credits in Music and 12 credits in theory-based courses. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 12 studio credits in Music and 6 credits in theory-based courses. 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The best preparation for teaching Philosophy is a BA degree or an equivalent Honours degree in Philosophy. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits (or equivalent) courses must be completed in Philosophy including 18 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level in Philosophy must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/PHIL 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits (or equivalent) courses must be completed in Philosophy, six credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level in Philosophy prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/PHIL 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Political Science is a BA degree or an equivalent Honours degree in Political Science. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits must be completed including 12 credits at 3000 or 4000 level in the teaching subject area prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/POLS 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits must be completed including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level in in the teaching subject area prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/POLS 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Physics as a first teaching subject is an Honours BSc degree in Physics. However, Faculty of Science students who select Physics as their first teaching subject and Biology, Chemistry or Mathematics as their second teaching subject may wish to consider the Honours Science degree program, which allows for a broader range of courses than in Specialized or Combined Honours.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/PHYS 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Physics prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/PHYS 4000 and 4001.
  • Religious Studies as a teaching subject offers courses that include areas of Religion, Culture, Biblical or Christian Studies.
  • Courses must be selected from within the course list of the Religious Studies program. The resulting qualifications will enable the student to design a comparative religion course as well as teach within public, private and secondary school settings. Course selections should be made in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits in Religious Studies area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/RELS 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in Religious Studies area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/RELS 4000 and 4001.
  • Teaching in Ontario Catholic Schools - Aditional Qualification course (AQ) offered by the Faculty of Education Professional and Development Office
  • Students wishing to teach in the Catholic School Boards will be required to enrol in the AQ "Religious Education: Teaching in Catholic Schools". Intended to introduce pre-service teacher candidates to professional practice and to extend knowledge and skills in the delivery of Ontario Catholic curriculum, this course answers the question, “What do I need to know to begin teaching in Ontario Catholic Schools?” Critical to the implementation of this course is the modeling of a positive learning environment that reflects care, professional knowledge, ethical practice, leadership and ongoing learning.
  • For more information: https://www.yorku.ca/edu/professional-learning/
  • The best preparation for teaching Science as a first teaching subject is an Honours BSc degree in Science. Students must have completed a combination of courses spanning two of the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. We accept additional courses from Earth and Atmospheric Space Science or Natural Science.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/SCIE 4000 and 4001.
  • At least 18 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/SCIE 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Social Science - General is a BA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Anthropology, Educational Studies, Humanities, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Science and/or Sociology. Students must take full-year (or equivalent) courses spanning at least two of the following subject areas: Anthropology, Humanities, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Science and Sociology. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area, including 18 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 1 and 2 ED/SOSC 4000 and 4001.
  • 18 credits in teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 and 4 ED/SOSC 4000 and 4001.
  • The best preparation for teaching Visual Arts is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree or equivalent Honours degree in Visual Arts. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/VISA 4000 and 4001 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits are required as follows: 18 studio credits in three of the following categories – Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking or Sculpture and 12 credits in theory-based courses. A minimum of 12 credits must be taken at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • At least 18 credits are required as follows: nine studio credits in two of the following categories – Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking or Sculpture, and 6 credits in theory-based courses. A minimum of 6 credits must be taken at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • Teaching Panels - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area and the remaining 18 credits may be from a related business field. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ACTG 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ACTG 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in Biology must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/BIOL 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Biology must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/BIOL 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area or related business fields must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/BUSI 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/BUSI 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area and the remaining 18 credits may be from a related business field. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ENTR 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ENTR 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in Chemistry must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/CHEM 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Chemistry must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/CHEM 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/COST 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/COST 4200 and 4300.
  • The best preparation for teaching Dance is a Specialized Honours BFA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Dance. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Adviser. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DANC 4200 and 4300 (I/S).
  • The best preparation for teaching Drama is a BA or BFA in theatre. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DRAA 4200 and 4300 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits in Economics must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ECON 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Economics must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ECON 4200 and 4300.
  • The following categories may familiarize students with some of the Junior, Intermediate and Senior curriculum expectations for teaching English. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. Courses on Shakespearian work are highly recommended. Categories of English courses (3.00 credits or/and 6.00 credits) that will meet requirements include: 1. Introductory English Literature 2. Shakespeare 3. Canadian Literature 4. Post-Colonial 5. Gender Studies 6. Language and Writing (e.g., Linguistics)
  • At least 36 credits in English from each of the listed fields of study above must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EN 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in English must be completed, choosing one course from at least three of the categories above prior to enrolling in ED/EN 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ENVS 4200 and ED/ENVS 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ENVS 4200 and ED/ENVS 4300.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/FAST 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/FAST 4200 and 4300.
  • 36 credits in French must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/FREN 4200 and 4300. Students must complete a total of 36 credits including: 18 credits in language 12 credits in linguistics six credits in literature
  • Students must complete at least 18 credits in French including in the following prior to enrolling in ED/FREN 4200 and 4300: 12 credits in language six credits in linguistics
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/GEOG 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Geography including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/GEOG 4200 and 4300.
  • Students will take four practicum (PKIN) activity courses from the six core areas. The six core areas include: 1. Team Sports (300) 2. Individual and dual sports (400) 3. Individual and dual sports (400) 4. Dance/gymnastics (500) 5. Dance/gymnastics (500) 6. Emergency Care (700)
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/PHED 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/PHED 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits including 12 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/HIST 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/HIST 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/ITEC 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credit courses from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in in ED/ITEC 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area including 12 credits in Criminal Law and 12 credits from Philosophy of Law or Crime and Social Conditions. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level. 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/LAW 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in the teaching subject area as follows: 12 credits in Crminal Law and six credits from Philosophy of Law or Crime and Social Conditions including six credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/LAW 4200 and 4300.
  • The following courses, or approved equivalents, must be included for a teaching subject in Mathematics. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor: 1. six credits in Calculus 2. six credits in Linear Algebra 3. six credits in Probability and Statistics 4. six credits in Proof-based Mathematics (or three credits in proof-based mathematics and three credits in modeling)
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MATH 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits, consisting of six credits each in Calculus and Linear Algebra. Some combination of Probability and Statistics and/or Proof-based Mathematics should account for the remaining six credits, must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MATH 4200 and 4300.
  • The best preparation for teaching Music is a BFA or equivalent Honours degree in Music. Before taking the practicum-seminar(s), students are generally required to have completed the core curriculum as set out by the Music Department, School of the Arts, Music, Performance and Design. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MUSI 4200 and 4300 (I/S).
  • At least 36 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 18 studio credits in Music and 12 credits in theory-based courses. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • At least 36 credits (or equivalent) courses must be completed in Philosophy including 18 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level in Philosophy must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/PHIL 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits (or equivalent) courses must be completed in Philosophy, six credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level in Philosophy prior to enrolling in ED/PHIL 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits must be completed including 12 credits at 3000 or 4000 level in the teaching subject area prior to enrolling in ED/POLS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits must be completed including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level in in the teaching subject area prior to enrolling in ED/POLS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/PHYS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Physics prior to enrolling in ED/PHYS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in Religious Studies area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/RELS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in Religious Studies area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/RELS 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/SCIE 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 18 credits in the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/SCIE 4200 and 4300.
  • At least 36 credits in the teaching subject area, including 18 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/SOSC 4200 and 4300.
  • 18 credits in teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/SOSC 4200 and 4300.
  • The best preparation for teaching Visual Arts is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree or equivalent Honours degree in Visual Arts. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/VISA 4200 and 4300 (I/S).
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027 (Optional)
  • In addition, Intermediate-Senior students will take one additional elective.
  • Considerable emphasis in the Bachelor of Education (French as a Second Language) program on Glendon campus is placed on ensuring excellent French language proficiency and a deep understanding of francophone cultures, prior to entering the BEd program.
  • Students in Intermediate-Senior certification level must declare French Studies as their major with York University Glendon and as their first teachable. Courses in the undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree may be chosen in consultation with an Education Advisor.
  • Students must complete a total of 36.00 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies, including:
  • GL/FRAN 2335 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C.
  • GL/FRAN 2600 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C.
  • GL/FRAN 4710 3.00 or GL/FRAN 4712 3.00 with a minimum grade of a C.
  • Note: 36 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EDFR 2000 3.00.
  • GL/FRAN 2335 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C
  • GL/FRAN 2600 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C
  • GL/FRAN 4805 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C.
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • Note: 24 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EDFR 2008 3.00. It is highly recommended that students enrich their experience during their degree at Glendon, prior to entering the BEd, through an exchange or internship in francophone settings or by getting involved in francophone communities.
  • Glendon students who are pursuing the Bachelor of Education (French) will complete the Bachelor of Education (BEd) at the completion of their undergraduate degree requirements. Students must have completed all degree requirements in their undergraduate degree program requirements at Glendon before starting the program. The BEd program runs for three consecutive terms: Spring/Fall/Winter.
  • Francophone Students: Complete all of the following: Students must complete a total of 36.00 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies, including:
  • Note: 36 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher must be completed.
  • ED/EDFE 4128 (3.00) - Adolescent Development in Social Context (French)
  • ED/EDIS 4008 (3.00) - Foundational Professional and Pedagogical Skills in the IS Division (French)
  • ED/EDIS 4108 (3.00) - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the IS Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDIS 4208 (1.50) - Teaching as Inquiry - Assessment in the IS Division (French)
  • ED/EDIS 4308 (1.50) - Technology in the Classroom – IS (French)
  • ED/EDIS 3615 (3.00) - New Media Literacies and Culture – IS
  • ED/FREN 4200 (3.00) - Teaching French in the Intermediate-Senior Division (Part 1)
  • ED/FREN 4300 (3.00) - Teaching French in the Intermediate-Senior Division (Part 2)
  • Two 3.00 credit electives
  • Glendon Intermediate-Senior students could choose to complete EDFR 2008 (3.00) Teaching and Learning French in an Immersion Context and/or EDFR 3008 (3.00) Teaching & Learning French in a Core French Context (3.00) as an elective, if their schedules permit.
  • Students are required to complete three practicum seminars (three school-based placements) during the two years of the program. These consist of both seminars and placements in schools/classrooms (Semesters 1/2, 3, and 4), are evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Students who fail to achieve a pass in a practicum seminar are ineligible to continue in the program.
Junior/Intermediate - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Junior/Intermediate - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • ED/EDFE 1101 Cr=3.00 FR - Adolescent Development & Health (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI 1000 Cr=3.00 FR - Language and Literacy in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI 1100 1100 Cr=3.00 FR - Mathematics in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI 2000 Cr=3.00 FR - Science and Technology in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: ED/XXXX 3000 3.00
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one language/literacy elective
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one mathematics elective
  • ED/EDFE4120 - Adolescent Development in Social Context (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI4000 - Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Junior-Intermediate Division (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI4100 - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Junior- Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI4200 - Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (1.50)
  • ED/EDJI4300 - Technology in the Classroom - JI (1.50)
  • ED/EDIN4005 - Integration Through Arts (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI1005 - Language & Literacy in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI1105 - Mathematics in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI2005 - Science & Technology in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDJI3005 - Social Studies & Culture in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (1.50)
  • ED/EDJI3105 - Physical Education in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (1.50)
  • One elective (3.00)
  • Teaching Panels - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027
  • The best preparation for teaching Dance is a Specialized Honours BFA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Dance. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Adviser. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DANC 3000 (J/I).
  • At least 24 credits in the teaching subject area required, including 12 studio credits in Dance and 6 credits in theory-based courses. 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The best preparation for teaching Drama is a BA or BFA in theatre. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DRAA 3000 (J/I).
  • At least 24 credits in the teaching subject are required, including 12 studio credits in Drama and 6 credits in theory-based courses. 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The following categories may familiarize students with some of the Junior, Intermediate and Senior curriculum expectations for teaching English. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. Courses on Shakespearian work are highly recommended. Categories of English courses (3.00 credits or/and 6.00 credits) that will meet requirements include:
  • 1. Introductory English Literature
  • 2. Shakespeare
  • 3. Canadian Literature
  • 4. Post-Colonial
  • 5. Gender Studies
  • 6. Language and Writing (e.g., Linguistics)
  • At least 24 credits in English, choosing one course from at least three of the categories above prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/EN 3000.
  • The best preparation for teaching French is a BA degree or an equivalent Honours degree in French. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • 24 credits in French including the following must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/FREN 3000 3.00.
  • 12 credits in language
  • six credits in linguistics
  • * For Glendon students' requirements for the Bachelor of Education - French, please see details below.
  • The best preparation for teaching Geography is an Honours degree in Geography. In the Intermediate-Senior level some courses from a related field such as Environmental Studies may be considered as equivalents; courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor.
  • At least 24 credits in Geography including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling Semester 3 ED/GEOG 3000.
  • It is recommended that students take a 3.00-credit course in the Geoinformatics theme area.
  • Students will take four practicum (PKIN) activity courses from the six core areas. The six core areas include:
  • 1. Aquatics (200)
  • 2. Team Sports (300)
  • 3. Individual and dual sports (400)
  • 4. Dance/gymnastics (500)
  • 5. Track and Field (600)
  • 6. Emergency Care (700)
  • Students must complete nine introductory credits in Kinesiology, with the remaining Kinesiology credits above the 1000-year level.
  • At least 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level. 24 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/PHED 3000 3.00.
  • At least 24 credits including six credits completed at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/HIST 3000.
  • The following courses, or approved equivalents, must be included for a teaching subject in Mathematics. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor:
  • 1. six credits in Calculus
  • 2. six credits in Linear Algebra
  • 3. six credits in Probability and Statistics
  • 4. six credits in Proof-based Mathematics (or three credits in proof-based mathematics and three credits in modeling)
  • At least 24 credits of the courses listed above must be completed prior to enrolling in Semeters 3 ED/MATH 3000.
  • The best preparation for teaching Music is a BFA or equivalent Honours degree in Music. Before taking the practicum-seminar(s), students are generally required to have completed the core curriculum as set out by the Music Department, School of the Arts, Music, Performance and Design. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MUSI 3000 (J/I).
  • At least 24 credits from the teaching subject area are required, including 12 studio credits in Music. 12 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • The best preparation for teaching Science as a first teaching subject is an Honours BSc degree in Science. Students must have completed a combination of courses spanning two of the following subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. We accept additional courses from Earth and Atmospheric Space Science or Natural Science.
  • 24 credits prior to enrolling in Semester 3 ED/SCIE 3000.
  • The best preparation for teaching Visual Arts is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree or equivalent Honours degree in Visual Arts. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/VISA 3000 (J/I).
  • At least 24 credits are required as follows: nine studio credits in two of the following categories – Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking or Sculpture, and 6 credits in theory-based courses. A minimum of 6 credits must be taken at the 3000 or 4000 level.
  • Teaching Panels - Course Requirements - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • The best preparation for teaching Dance is a Specialized Honours BFA degree or equivalent Honours degree in Dance. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Adviser. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DANC 3200.
  • The best preparation for teaching Drama is a BA or BFA in theatre. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/DRAA 3200.
  • At least 24 credits in English, choosing one course from at least three of the categories above prior to enrolling in ED/EN 3200.
  • 24 credits in French including the following must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/FREN 3200 3.00.
  • At least 24 credits in Geography including 6 credits at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/GEOG 3200.
  • At least 6 credits must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level. 24 credits from the teaching subject area must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/PHED 3200 3.00.
  • At least 24 credits including six credits completed at the 3000 or 4000 level must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/HIST 3200.
  • At least 24 credits of the courses listed above must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MATH 3200.
  • The best preparation for teaching Music is a BFA or equivalent Honours degree in Music. Before taking the practicum-seminar(s), students are generally required to have completed the core curriculum as set out by the Music Department, School of the Arts, Music, Performance and Design. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/MUSI 3200.
  • 24 credits prior to enrolling in ED/SCIE 3200.
  • The best preparation for teaching Visual Arts is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree or equivalent Honours degree in Visual Arts. Courses may be chosen in consultation with a Faculty of Education Advisor. The following course credits must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/VISA 3200.
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027 (Optional)
  • Students must complete a total of 24 credits, at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies, including:
  • GL/FRAN 4710 3.00 passed with a minimum grade of a C or GL/FRAN 4712 3.00 passed with a minimum grade of a C
  • Note: 24 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EDFR 2000 3.00.
  • Students must complete a total of 24.00 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies, including
  • GL/FRAN 4805 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C
  • Note: 24 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a grade of C+ or higher must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EDFR 2000 3.00.
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only (Optional) - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • Glendon students who are pursuing the Bachelor of Education (French) will complete the Bachelor of Education (BEd) at the completion of their undergraduate degree requirements (i.e., starting in the spring following their fourth year of an Honours degree or following their third year if pursuing a 90-credit Bachelor’s degree with teaching certification in Primary-Junior or Junior-Intermediate). Students must have completed all degree requirements in their undergraduate degree program requirements at Glendon before starting the program. The BEd program runs for three consecutive terms: Spring/Fall/Winter.
  • Note: 24 credits at the 2000-level or higher in French Studies with a cumulative grade point average of C+ or higher must be completed prior to enrolling in ED/EDFR 2008 3.00.
  • ED/EDFE 4128 (3.00) – Adolescent Development in Social Context (French)
  • ED/EDJI 4008 (3.00) - Foundational Professional and Pedagogical Skills in the JI Division (French)
  • ED/EDJI 4108 (3.00) - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the JI Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDJI 4208 (1.50) - Teaching as Inquiry - Assessment in the JI Division (French)
  • ED/EDJI 4308 (1.50) - Technology in the Classroom – JI (French)
  • ED/EDJI 1008 (3.00) – Language & Literacy in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDJI 1108 (3.00) - Mathematics in the Junior/Intermediate Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDIN 4008 (3.00) - Integration Through Arts (French)
  • ED/EDJI 2008 (3.00) - Science & Technology in the Junior/Intermediate Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDJI 3108 (1.50) - Physical Education in the Junior/Intermediate Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDJI 3008 (1.50) - Social Studies & Culture in the Junior/Intermediate Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDFR 2008 Teaching and Learning French in an Immersion Context (3.00)
  • ED/FREN 3200 (3.00) - Teaching French in the Intermediate Division (3.00) - Teachable
  • Students are required to complete three practicum seminars (three school-based placements) during the two years of the program. These consist of both seminars and placements in schools/classrooms (Semesters 1/2, 3, and 4), which are evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Students who fail to achieve a pass in a practicum seminar are ineligible to continue in the program.
Primary/Junior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Primary/Junior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • ED/EDFE 1100 Cr=3.00 FR - Child Development and Health (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ 1000 Cr=3.00 FR - Language & Literacy in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ 1100 Cr=3.00 FR - Mathematics in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ 2000 Cr=3.00 FR - Science & Technology in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one language/literacy elective
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one mathematics elective
  • ED/EDFE4110 - Child Development in Social Context (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ4000 - Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Primary-Junior Division (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ4100 - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ4200 - Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Primary-Junior Divisions (1.50)
  • ED/EDPJ4300 - Technology in the Classroom - PJ (1.50)
  • ED/EDIN4005 - Integration Through Arts (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ1005 - Language & Literacy in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ1015 - Foundations of Literacy & Numeracy in the Early Years (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ1105 - Mathematics in the Primary-Junior Divisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ2005 - Science & Technology in the Primary-Junior DIvisions (3.00)
  • ED/EDPJ3005 - Social Studies & Culture in the Primary-Junior Divisions (1.50)
  • ED/EDPJ3105 - Physical Education in the Primary-Junior Divisions (1.50)
  • One elective (3.00)
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only - - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027 (Optional)
  • In addition, Primary-Junior students will take a math-specific elective
  • By completing ED/EDFE 2000 and ED/EDFE 3000, in combination with their Education courses in French and an undergraduate degree at Glendon, students qualifying in the Primary-Junior will receive an Additional Qualification with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) in French as a Second Language on their OCT transcripts after graduating.
  • Students must complete GL/FRAN 4710 3.00 with a minimum grade of C or GL/FRAN 4712 3.00 passed with a minimum grade of C.
  • An equivalent assessment on the French studies placement test written under supervision.
  • A C1 score at the DALF test.
  • A 9/10/11 score at the CLB test.
  • Students must complete GL/FRAN 4805 6.00 passed with a minimum grade of C.
  • Bachelor of Education (French Option) - Glendon only (Optional) - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • Glendon students who are pursuing the Bachelor of Education (French) will complete the Bachelor of Education (BEd) at the completion of their undergraduate degree requirements (i.e., starting in the spring following their fourth year of an Honours degree or following their third year if pursuing a 90-credit Bachelor’s degree with teaching certification in Primary-Junior or Junior-Intermediate). Students must have completed all degree requirements in their undergraduate degree program requirements at Glendon before starting the program. The BEd program runs for three consecutive terms: Spring/Fall/Winter.
  • ED/EDFE 4118 (3.00) - Child Development in Social Context (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 4008 (3.00) - Foundational Professional and Pedagogical Skills in the PJ Division (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 4108 (3.00) - Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the PJ Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 4208 (1.50) - Teaching as Inquiry - Assessment in the PJ Division (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 4308 (1.50) - Technology in the Classroom – PJ (French)
  • ED/EDFR 2008 (3.00) - Teaching and Learning French in an Immersion Context
  • ED/EDFR 3008 (3.00) - Teaching & Learning French in a Core French Context
  • ED/EDIN 4008 (3.00) - Integration Through Arts (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 1018 (3.00) - Foundations of Literacy & Numeracy in the Early Years (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 1108 (3.00) - Mathematics in the Primary/Junior Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 2008 (3.00) - Science & Technology in the Primary/Junior Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 3008 (1.50) - Social Studies & Culture in the Primary/Junior Divisions (French)
  • ED/EDPJ 3108 (1.50) - Physical Education in the Primary/Junior Divisions (French)
  • *Note that Primary-Junior division students in the Glendon cohort will also be recommended for the French as a Second Language (Part One) Additional Qualification (AQ) at the successful completion of their degree program.
  • Students who fail to maintain a C+ overall average in the Faculty of co-registration will not be considered eligible to proceed in Education.
  • Students are required to complete three practicum seminars (three school-based placements) during the two years of the program. These consist of both seminars and placements in schools/classrooms (Semesters 1/2, 3, and 4), are evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Students who fail to achieve a pass in a practicum seminar are ineligible to continue in the program.
Applies to all listed streams
  • Course Requirements - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027 60 Total Credits
  • Earned a minimum grade of C+ in each of the following:
  • ED/EDPR 1000 Cr=3.00 FR - Studies in Communities and Their Schools (3.00)
  • ED/EDFE 1300 Cr=3.00 FR - Inclusion, Disabilities and Education (3.00)
  • ED/EDFE 2100 Cr=3.00 FR - Inquiries into Learning (3.00)
  • Passed the following:
  • ED/EDPR 2000G Cr=3.00 FR - Practicum (3.00)
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: One free-choice elective
  • Course Requirements - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program from May 2027
  • ED/EDFE4000 - Ontario Education Policy & Law: Past and Present Philosophies & Practices (3.00)
  • ED/EDFE4100 - Professional Praxis (3.00)
  • ED/EDPR2100 - Practicum (3.00)
  • ED/EDPR3100 - Practicum (3.00)
  • ED/EDFR 2000 3.00 – Teaching & Learning French in an Immersion Context
  • ED/EDFR 3000 3.00 – Teaching & Learning French in a Core French Context
  • Glendon students who are pursuing the Bachelor of Education (BEd) (French as a Second Language) will complete the BEd in years 5 and 6 of their studies (the final years of their program -- or if pursuing a General BA with a teaching certification in Primary-Junior or Junior-Intermediate in years 4 and 5) after completing the undergraduate degree program requirements at Glendon. The BEd program runs for four semesters in two consecutive years – Fall/Winter, Fall/Winter.
  • It is highly recommended that students enrich their experience during their degree at Glendon, prior to entering the BEd, through an exchange or internship in francophone settings or by getting involved in francophone communities.
  • ED/EDFE 4008 (3.00) - Ontario Education Policy & Law – Past and Present Philosophies and Practice (French)
  • ED/EDFE 4108 (3.00) - Professional Praxis (French)
  • ED/EDPR 2100 (3.00) - Practicum 1
  • ED/EDPR 3100 (3.00) - Practicum 2
  • Jewish Teacher Education (Concentration) (Optional)
  • Note: This concentration is ONLY possible for students who are taking the Jewish Teacher Education program.
  • This concentration, taken during the Bachelor of Education program, prepares BEd students to teach in Jewish Day Schools; it is offered in cooperation with the Julia and Henry Koschitzky Centre for Jewish Education. The Jewish Teacher Education concentration can be taken in either the Concurrent or Consecutive BEd program delivery models.
  • ED/HEB 2030 3.00 Teaching Modern Hebrew Language Arts and
  • ED/HEB 3030 3.00 Teaching Classical Hebrew Texts in Jewish Studies
  • Each practicum placement is related to ED/HEB 2030 3.00 or ED/HEB 3030 3.00 listed above
  • Students must complete AP/HEB 3000 6.00 (or approved equivalent) before commencing the BEd
  • Students must complete an additional level in a summer ulpan or Ivriyon (or approved equivalent) prior to commencing their second year of the BEd.
  • Consult the list of required courses and information about the Advanced Certificate in Hebrew and Jewish Studies.
  • AP/HEB 3210 3.00, AP/HEB 3220 3.00, AP/HEB 3230 3.00 (or equivalent)
  • This certificate is a part of a student’s undergraduate degree, and not the Bachelor of Education degree requirements. It is a requirement for the concentration.
  • Students in the Consecutive BEd program model who have already completed an undergraduate degree or who have attended a gap year program at a transcript-granting yeshiva or seminary may have their transcripts assessed for equivalent completed coursework.
  • Students studying concurrently are encouraged to complete a stop-out year from the Faculty of Education in order to study at an Israeli university, earning credits towards their undergraduate degree and the Advanced Certificate in Hebrew and Jewish Studies. Applicants may seek funding.
  • Students who are completing the Jewish Teacher Education concentration are eligible to apply to take Teaching Voices of Israel (3.00 credits) in Israel, in years when offered. The coursework is in Hebrew. Applicants may seek scholarships.
  • Students may participate in intensive ulpan courses in Israel and the U.S. to increase Hebrew language proficiency.
  • The concentration is only open to students in the Bachelor of Education degree program.
  • Students must complete all of the required activities during their BEd degree program -- not retroactively; the Advanced Certificate in Hebrew and Jewish Studies requirement (or equivalent) may be completed in advance.
  • Please see an Example Schedule: Bachelor of Education Direct Entry Concurrent Program
  • For more information, contact Professor L. Wiseman
  • Specialization in International Education - For Students Admitted to the BEd Program Prior to May 2027 (Optional)
  • The specialization is offered within the existing BEd degree offerings and requirements, and will allow students to “package” their courses and experiences in order to take a specific focus.
  • 1. Complete all of the requirements for a Bachelor of Education at York University.
  • 2. Complete the approved checklist/application, along with all supporting documentation have been submitted in original, hard copies by December 23 in the term prior to graduation
  • ED/EDUC 2700 3.00 – Teaching Internationally and Interculturally
  • ED/EDUC 2720 3.00 – Teaching English in International Contexts
  • ED/EDUC 3910 3.00 – Reflecting On and Interpreting the International Educational Experience
  • ED/EDUC 3710 3.00 – Global Issues and Education
  • Earn the equivalent of 6.00 York Education electives at the internationally-located university
  • OR earn one (1) of: ED/EDUC 2720 3.00 – Teaching English in International Contexts and the equivalent of 3.00 York Education electives at the internationally-located university
  • York exchange or study abroad program
  • York summer internship program
  • Other official international learning experience arranged by the Faculty of Education, such as the International Practicum Placement
  • Upon confirmation a notation will be added to the student’s transcripts, indicating that a specialization has been completed
  • The specialization is only open to students in the Bachelor of Education program.
  • Students must complete all of the required activities during their BEd degree program.
  • Students may not apply for the transcript notation retroactively.
  • For further information on Bachelor of Education Specializations, please visit yorku.ca/edu/students/international-opportunities/
  • Students who fail to maintain a C+ overall average in the Faculty of co-registration will not be considered eligible to proceed in education.
  • Students will be ineligible to continue in the BEd degree program if they receive less than a grade of C+ in any course taken for education credit
  • In order to remain coregistered in the Faculty of Education or to graduate, students must maintain a competent standard of performance in both their academic Faculty and in the Faculty of Education. Students will be ineligible to continue or to graduate if they fall into any one of the categories listed below.
  • Students will be ineligible to continue in the BEd degree program if they receive less than a grade of C+ in any course taken for education credit.
  • Students in the junior/intermediate or intermediate/senior division are expected to achieve a minimum grade of C+ in each course that is required to fulfill the requirements for a teaching subject. Failure to do so may result in a suspension or involuntary withdrawal from the program or other appropriate recommendation at the discretion of the Faculty adviser and the associate dean (pre-service).
  • Practicum placements are corequisite with appropriate courses.
  • A select number of high-school applicants who have been accepted to York University Faculties can apply to for this opportunity to directly enter the Bachelor of Education's (BEd) Concurrent program model. Students who are accepted into this direct-entry admission model will take one course with the Faculty of Education in their first year of study at York, which will count towards their other degree.
  • To be eligible to participate in the BEd program's Concurrent program, Direct-Entry students will be need to meet the BEd Concurrent admission requirements; if these requirements are met, they do not need to apply later during their degree programs.
  • Faculties that allow students to participate in the BEd program concurrently with their own degree programs include:
  • Faculty of Education (Educational Studies)
  • Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change
  • Faculty of Health
  • Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies
  • Faculty of Science
  • Glendon
  • Lassonde School of Engineering
  • School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design
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Majors & specializations

These are distinct degree configurations. Choose the applicable configuration; every listed variant is not required.

Intermediate-Senior

BA + BEd

Prepare to teach Grades 7 to 12. Complete at least 36 credits in one teaching subject and 18 in a second.

Published requirements

Courses

Concurrent BEd direct-entry Year1 has EDUC 1000 alongside a separate undergraduate degree. Later professional curricula distinguish formal BEd programme admission before May 2027 and from May 2027; that date is not the high-school entry date. Teaching panels, methods and practicums are separate. No single full-degree term map is claimed.

First year: Concurrent Education direct-entry course1 listed

EDUC 1000 is the education course alongside the student’s separate undergraduate degree. It is restricted to pre-BEd Direct Entry students. It does not put the full professional BEd curriculum in first year.

  • EDUC 1000Rethinking Schooling: A "Re-Introduction" to Education3 credits

    Examine schooling, educational narratives and how society, culture and inequality shape learning.

York current Concurrent Education direct-entry Year1 example
BEd from May 2027: Intermediate/Senior foundations7 listed

Required professional foundations for formal admission to this BEd panel from May 2027. These are later teacher-education courses, not the first undergraduate year. Methods, teachable choices and practicums remain separate.

  • EDFE 4000Ontario Education Policy & Law: Past and Present Philosophies & Practices3 credits
  • EDFE 4100Professional Praxis3 credits
  • EDFE 4120Adolescent Development in Social Context3 credits
  • EDIS 4000Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Intermediate-Senior Division3 credits
  • EDIS 4100Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions3 credits
  • EDIS 4200Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Intermediate-Senior Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDIS 4300Technology in the Classroom - IS1.5 credits
York FW2026/27 Intermediate/Senior Concurrent BEd, formal programme admission from May 2027
BEd from May 2027: Junior/Intermediate foundations7 listed

Required professional foundations for formal admission to this BEd panel from May 2027. These are later teacher-education courses, not the first undergraduate year. Methods, teachable choices and practicums remain separate.

  • EDFE 4000Ontario Education Policy & Law: Past and Present Philosophies & Practices3 credits
  • EDFE 4100Professional Praxis3 credits
  • EDFE 4120Adolescent Development in Social Context3 credits
  • EDJI 4000Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Junior-Intermediate Division3 credits
  • EDJI 4100Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Junior- Intermediate Divisions3 credits
  • EDJI 4200Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDJI 4300Technology in the Classroom - JI1.5 credits
York FW2026/27 Junior/Intermediate Concurrent BEd, formal programme admission from May 2027
BEd from May 2027: Primary/Junior foundations7 listed

Required professional foundations for formal admission to this BEd panel from May 2027. These are later teacher-education courses, not the first undergraduate year. Methods, teachable choices and practicums remain separate.

  • EDFE 4000Ontario Education Policy & Law: Past and Present Philosophies & Practices3 credits
  • EDFE 4100Professional Praxis3 credits
  • EDFE 4110Child Development in Social Context3 credits
  • EDPJ 4000Foundational Professional & Pedagogical Skills in the Primary-Junior Division3 credits
  • EDPJ 4100Disability, Neurodiversity & Inclusion in the Primary-Junior Divisions3 credits
  • EDPJ 4200Teaching as Inquiry – Assessment in the Primary-Junior Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDPJ 4300Technology in the Classroom - PJ1.5 credits
York FW2026/27 Primary/Junior Concurrent BEd, formal programme admission from May 2027
Additional published courses
  • EDPR 1000Studies in Communities and Their Schools3 credits
  • EDFE 1101Adolescent Development & Health3 credits
  • EDFE 1300Inclusion, Disabilities and Education3 credits
  • EDFE 2000Foundations of Education & Theory Into Practice6 credits
  • EDFE 2100Inquiries Into Learning3 credits
  • EDFE 3100Teaching for Diverse & Equitable Classrooms in Ontario3 credits
  • EDFE 3200Content Into Practice3 credits
  • EDFE 4200Research Into Practice3 credits
  • EDIS 3610New Media Literacies and Culture3 credits
  • EDPR 2000Practicum3 credits
  • EDPR 3000Practicum3 credits
  • EDPR 4000Practicum3 credits
  • EDFE 1200Foundations of Education3 credits
  • EDFE 2200Theory Into Practice3 credits
  • EDJI 1000Language & Literacy in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions3 credits
  • EDJI 1100Mathematics in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions3 credits
  • EDJI 2000Science & Technology in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions3 credits
  • EDJI 3000Social Studies & Culture in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDJI 3100Physical Education in the Junior-Intermediate Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDIN 4000Integration Through Arts3 credits
  • EDFE 1100Child Development & Health3 credits
  • EDFE 1102Representations of Childhood in Literature and Media3 credits
  • EDPJ 1000Language & Literacy in the Primary-Junior Divisions3 credits
  • EDPJ 1100Mathematics in the Primary-Junior Divisions3 credits
  • EDPJ 2000Science & Technology in the Primary-Junior DIvisions3 credits
  • EDPJ 3000Social Studies & Culture in the Primary-Junior Divisions1.5 credits
  • EDPJ 3100Physical Education in the Primary-Junior Divisions1.5 credits
Elective choices
Intermediate/Senior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Intermediate/Senior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • One elective course (3.00)
  • In addition, Intermediate-Senior students will take one additional elective.
  • Two 3.00 credit electives
  • Glendon Intermediate-Senior students could choose to complete EDFR 2008 (3.00) Teaching and Learning French in an Immersion Context and/or EDFR 3008 (3.00) Teaching & Learning French in a Core French Context (3.00) as an elective, if their schedules permit.
Junior/Intermediate - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Junior/Intermediate - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one language/literacy elective
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one mathematics elective
  • One elective (3.00)
Primary/Junior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

Primary/Junior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent

  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one language/literacy elective
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: one mathematics elective
  • One elective (3.00)
  • In addition, Primary-Junior students will take a math-specific elective
Applies to all listed streams
  • Completed at least 3 credits from the following types of courses: One free-choice elective
  • Earn the equivalent of 6.00 York Education electives at the internationally-located university
  • OR earn one (1) of: ED/EDUC 2720 3.00 – Teaching English in International Contexts and the equivalent of 3.00 York Education electives at the internationally-located university
Study routes

These are distinct degree configurations. Choose the applicable configuration; every listed variant is not required.

  • Intermediate/Senior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent
  • Junior/Intermediate - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent
  • Primary/Junior - Bachelor of Education - Concurrent
Study locations
Teaching campus
Keele and Glendon campuses, as listed for the Bachelor of Education profile; route and language selection matter.york exact programme teaching campus
Published teaching campuses and practicum locations
Concurrent BEd delivery is on campus at Keele or Glendon, with official offsite Toronto locations where scheduled. The Glendon FSL cohort is based at Glendon; Glendon students preparing for other subjects take the concurrent programme at Keele. School placements are at partner school boards in the GTA.York Faculty of Education current Concurrent BEd delivery and placements

Careers

Career examples

  • teacher
  • education policy adviser

Career sectors

1
  • principal
Career sectorsPublished career information
Scope and qualifications

University-published career examples for Concurrent Education, including its published routes; some require further training or registration. These are examples, not ranked graduate outcomes.

Professional recognition

OCT’s December 2025 decision grants general accreditation to York’s concurrent professional teacher-education degree programmes through December 4, 2032, including the listed Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate and Intermediate/Senior divisions.

Scope and qualifications

The professional teacher-education/BEd component and exact listed divisions. Companion BA/BSc study, individual teacher registration and later curriculum changes remain separate.

AccreditationOntario College of Teachers · exact initial-teacher-education accreditation decision

Costs

Concurrent Education · Education component / credit

Published cost estimate

2026–27 · Published full-year estimates or per-credit fee categories · CAD

Ontario students example · Choose your category

Tuition$208.01 / credit
Books and supplies$1,400–$2,600 est. (2025–26)
Residence
Not estimated
Meal plan
Not estimated
Estimated subtotalNot available

University-published approximate tuition · Ancillary fees extra

Housing and meals are outside this estimate.

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