Program Overview

Faculty of Education

The Faculty of Education at Simon Fraser University offers a wide range of programs for students interested in pursuing a career in education. These programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in the field of education.

Programs of Study

The Faculty of Education offers several programs of study, including:

• Undergraduate Studies: The Faculty of Education offers undergraduate degree programs in education, including a Bachelor of General Studies and a Bachelor of Education.
• Teacher Education: The Faculty of Education offers teacher education programs, including a Professional Development Program (PDP) and a Professional Linking Program (PLP).
• Professional Diplomas: The Faculty of Education offers professional diploma programs, including a Graduate Diploma in Education and a Post Baccalaureate Diploma.
• Graduate Studies: The Faculty of Education offers graduate degree programs, including Master's and Doctoral programs in education.

Undergraduate Studies

The Faculty of Education offers undergraduate degree programs in education, including:

• Bachelor of General Studies: This program provides students with a broad-based education in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
• Minors: The Faculty of Education offers several minors, including Counselling and Human Development, Curriculum and Instruction, Early Learning, Educational Psychology, Learning and Developmental Disabilities, and Social Justice in Education.
• Certificates: The Faculty of Education offers several certificates, including a French and Education Certificate.
• Courses: The Faculty of Education offers a range of courses, including Foundations of Academic Literacy.

Teacher Education

The Faculty of Education offers teacher education programs, including:

• Professional Development Program (PDP): This program provides teachers with the opportunity to develop their professional skills and knowledge.
• Professional Linking Program (PLP): This program provides teachers with the opportunity to link their professional practice to their academic studies.
• Helping Ease Access for Returning Teachers (HEART): This program provides support for teachers who are returning to the profession.
• Alaska Highway Consortium on Teacher Education (AHCOTE): This program provides teacher education programs for teachers in rural and remote areas.
• Bachelor of Education as a Second Degree: This program provides students with the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Education degree as a second degree.

Professional Diplomas

The Faculty of Education offers professional diploma programs, including:

• Graduate Diploma in Education: This program provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in education.
• Post Baccalaureate Diploma: This program provides students with the opportunity to earn a post-baccalaureate diploma in education.

Graduate Studies

The Faculty of Education offers graduate degree programs, including:

• Master's Programs: The Faculty of Education offers several Master's programs, including MA, MEd in Arts Education, MA, MEd in Counselling Psychology, MA, MEd in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Theory and Practice, and MA, MEd in Educational Psychology.
• Doctoral Programs: The Faculty of Education offers several Doctoral programs, including EdD in Educational Leadership: Leading for Educational Change in the Yukon, PhD in Arts Education, PhD in Educational Psychology, and PhD in Educational Technology & Learning Design.

Research Areas

The Faculty of Education has several research areas, including:

• Arts Education
• Counselling Psychology
• Curriculum and Instruction
• Educational Leadership
• Educational Psychology
• Educational Technology & Learning Design
• Equity Studies in Education
• Languages, Cultures & Literacies
• Mathematics Education
• Programs in French
• Themes in Community

Indigenous Education

The Faculty of Education has a strong commitment to Indigenous education, including:

• Indigenous Education: Wholistic Teachings and Transformative Pedagogies: This program provides students with the opportunity to learn about Indigenous education and pedagogy.
• Indigenous Programs & Courses: The Faculty of Education offers several Indigenous programs and courses, including Indigenous Education, Indigenous Programs & Courses, and Resources for Indigenous Students.
• Resources for Indigenous Students: The Faculty of Education provides several resources for Indigenous students, including Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancements (SAGE) and Indigenous Education - Events and Resources.

Community

The Faculty of Education is committed to community engagement, including:

• Explore Community: The Faculty of Education offers several community engagement programs, including Explore Community and Professional Learning Series.
• Professional Learning Series: The Faculty of Education offers several professional learning series, including Professional Learning Series and International Education.
• International Education: The Faculty of Education offers several international education programs, including International Student Resources and SFU Surrey Community Counselling.
• SFU Surrey Community Counselling: The Faculty of Education offers several community counselling programs, including SFU Surrey Community Counselling and The SFU-Cmolik Grant Program.

Graduate Diploma in Education

The Graduate Diploma in Education is a professional development program designed for educators who want to advance their knowledge and skills in education. The program is offered in several specializations, including Indigenous Education: Wholistic Teachings and Transformative Pedagogies.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Education program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 2.5
• A British Columbia teaching certificate from a recognized teacher preparation program
• Submitted evidence that the applicant can undertake advanced work in the area of interest

Tuition & Costs

The tuition fee for the Graduate Diploma in Education program is $333.22 per unit, with students typically registering for 5 units per term. The program also has several additional fees, including SFU Ancillary Fees and a non-refundable application fee of $90 CAN.

How to Apply

To apply to the Graduate Diploma in Education program, applicants must follow these steps:

1. Review the admission requirements and ensure they meet the requirements.
2. Decide which specialization they want to apply for and confirm the starting term.
3. Have a valid credit card to pay the application fee.
4. Collect the contact information for two references, including their email addresses.
5. Gather the required supporting documents, including transcripts, statement of interest, and concise summary of professional teaching assignments.
6. Complete the online application for Graduate Studies at SFU.
7. Upload and send supporting documents.

Indigenous Education: Wholistic Teachings and Transformative Pedagogies

The Indigenous Education: Wholistic Teachings and Transformative Pedagogies specialization is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to teach Indigenous students. The program is offered in a wholistic and transformative pedagogy, and includes courses such as Indigenous Education, Indigenous Programs & Courses, and Resources for Indigenous Students.

Method of Delivery

The Graduate Diploma in Education program is offered in-person at the Burnaby campus.

Applications Open

Applications for the Graduate Diploma in Education program are open from May 1, 2022, to March 30, 2023.

Next Start Date

The next start date for the Graduate Diploma in Education program is Fall 2023.