Program Overview

Education Program

The Education program focuses on the basic foundations of learning, teaching, and instructional design. This program is ideal for those interested in studying education but do not wish to work in a school setting. Informal educators work in a wide range of settings.

Careers

• Corporate trainer
• Museum or tour guide
• Park guide
• Social service worker
• Workshop instructor

Sample Courses

• Introduction to Education - EDUC 100
• Learning Strategies for University Success - ED-D 101
• The History of Indigenous Education in Canada - IED 371
• Indigenous Epistemologies - IED 372

Admission

This is a minor program that can be added to a primary degree to broaden studies. Students can declare their minor after one or more years of full-time study. Academic advisors can help plan courses to ensure students meet the requirements of both their major and minor programs.

Faculties and Departments

• Department of Curriculum and Instruction
• Education