FAQ - Programs and Courses

The Faculty of Education offers three different kinds of programs.

• Undergraduate Programs: For those wishing to become teachers, the Faculty offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree. For those already holding a university degree, advanced standing may be given in the BEd programs. A BSc (Kinesiology) is also offered by the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education.
• Programs of Professional Development: For qualified teachers wishing to enhance their knowledge and skills, the Faculty offers a wide range of programs of professional development leading to specialized Certificates and Diplomas. Most courses that are required to complete these programs are offered in the evenings and in the summer.
• Graduate Programs: The Faculty offers graduate programs for those already holding a university degree who wish to pursue advanced study and research leading to masters and doctoral degrees in various fields of education, psychology, and library and information studies.

• All BEd programs are a minimum of 150 credits (5 years of full time study); or 120 credits (4 years) for students who have completed a DEC.
• The BSc (Kinesiology) program is a minimum of 120 (4 years of full time study); or 90 credits (3 years) for students who have completed a DEC.
• Advanced standing may be granted to students who have completed previous university studies.
• Note: A student must complete a minimum residency requirement of 60 credits at McGill in order to qualify for a McGill degree.

Decisions regarding advanced standing are made by Enrolment Services after having reviewed all the applicants’ relevant official documents.

The undergraduate programs offered by the Faculty of Education can only be followed on a full-time basis. There is a 5-year time limit to complete an undergraduate degree.

In order to be accepted into the BEd (TESL) program, students must successfully pass a language proficiency exam.
The exam is given on various dates in May, June and July. Once you apply, Enrolment Services will give you the dates of the test and your acceptance will not be finalized until you successfully pass the applicable test.

The Faculty of Education offers many courses through Continuing Education. Please refer to the School of Continuing Studies website for details.

Professional courses are restricted to students in the BEd programs, however, the faculty offers a number of courses open to undergraduate students. Please refer to Minerva for course offerings.