Education

Overview:

Both universities in Saskatchewan, the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Regina, offer Bachelor of Education Programs.

The University of Regina offers a Direct Entry, 4 year Bachelor of Education that students can enter straight from high school.  There are two programs, firstly, the Elementary/Middle Years Program which is broadly based, preparing school professionals who will teach core curriculum subjects which include Arts Education, Health, Language Arts, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science and Social Studies. Secondly, the Secondary Program prepares teachers who will work in high schools.  This program requires students to study a major and a minor teachable area.

The University of Saskatchewan now offers a Direct Entry, 4 year Bachelor of Education program.  Students attending Cumberland College may be admitted directly into the College of Education at the University of Saskatchewan.  You can choose the Elementary/Middle Years program to work in elementary schools or the Secondary education program to teach in high schools.

Requirements:

For admission to the University of Regina - Faculty of Education:

• Grade 12 with 65% average including:
  • English Language Arts A30 & B30
  • One approved math or science course
  • One approved 30 level language, social science or fine arts course
  • One additional approved 30 level course
• Completion of the U of R Teacher Education Admission Profile

Note:

• BEd Elementary:  Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 30, Foundations of Math 30, Pre-calculus 30 or Math A30 is required
• BEd Secondary with a major or minor in Math or Physics:  Pre-calculus 30 or Math B30 and Math C30 are required
• BEd Secondary with a major or minor in Chemistry:  Pre-calculus 30 or Math B30 and Math C30 are required.  Physics 30 and Chemistry 30 are also required.
• BMusEd see Media, Art, & Production
• Education is a competitive entry program. Selections are based on a combination of the admission average and the Teacher Education Admission Profile.

For admission to the University of Saskatchewan - College of Education:

• Biology 30 or Chemistry 30 or Physics 30 or Earth Science 30, or Computer Science 30
• History 30 or Social Studies 30 or Native Studies 30
• 30-level language other than English or a Fine/Performing Art
• Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30
• Grade 12 with a minimum average of 70% (80% for early admission) in the following five subjects:
  • One English
  • One math (Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30)
  • Three other approved subjects:
    • Maximum of two natural sciences
    • Maximum of two social sciences or humanities
    • Maximum of one fine or performing arts
• English proficiency
  • If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.

NOTE: U of S - College of Education admission is based on a competitive ranking. Selection criteria used to calculate an admission score include: admission average (50%), online interview (25%) and 35-40 hours working with children (25%). Applicants will be ranked competitively by admission score and spaces will be offered to the top applicants.

For current high school students, an admission average will be calculated following our five-subject average formula using Gr. 12 level subjects completed up to the end of Term 1. Midterm grades for non-semestered (year-long) courses can also be used. For high school graduates, an admission average is calculated using only Gr. 12 level subjects.

Notes:

To become a student at Cumberland College you must first apply to the University of Regina and/or the University of Saskatchewan. The U of R - Faculty of Education priority application deadline is March 15, 2020 (final deadline August 15, 2020). The U of S - College of Education early application deadline is December 1, 2019 (final deadline February 15, 2020).

U of R Application Process:

• Apply online to the Faculty of Education.
• Pay a one-time non-refundable $100 application fee.
• Provide supporting documents, like official high school transcripts. Transcripts must be forwarded directly from the Ministry of Education or other educational institutions.
• Complete the Cumberland College Application Form (green apply button at the top of this page) to indicate interest in the program and to receive program updates.

U of S Application Process:

• Apply online to the College of Education.
• Pay a one-time non-refundable $90 application fee.
• Provide supporting documents, like official high school transcripts. Transcripts must be forwarded directly from the Ministry of Education or other educational institutions.
• Complete the Cumberland College Application Form (green apply button at the top of this page) to indicate interest in the program and to receive program updates.

You can complete a full first year (30 credit units) at Cumberland College.  To complete your degree you must move to the University of Regina or Saskatchewan. Please see a College Advisor for academic advising to choose the correct courses for you.

Your university year may include the following courses