
Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- St. John's Campus, CanadaLocation
- Human Kinetics and Recreation - School of Human Kinetics and RecreationField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- St. John's CampusCampus
- Bachelor of Physical EducationAwards
- $22,500Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The teaching option contains courses in the fundamentals of physical education as well as courses in curriculum planning, teaching methods, and pedagogy relevant to physical education curricula for various grade levels. You will be placed in an educational setting for some of the course work.
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Following completion of a physical education degree - teaching option, a student wishing to teach in a school setting will need to complete either the primary/elementary (as a second degree) or intermediate/secondary degree offered by the Faculty of Education . The general option is designed to provide basic professional preparation. This program option consists of courses common to the teaching option plus a flexible choice of elective courses. Among the required 10 three-credit hour elective courses, you must complete a minimum of eight courses in a minor or an acceptable academic discipline.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time; part-time and online study available for some progra…
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Admission requirements to the degree • Your first year • Sample courses beyond first year • Career opportunities Program options Teaching option The teaching option contains courses in the fundamentals of physical education as well as courses in curriculum planning, teaching methods, and pedagogy relevant to physical education curricula for various grade levels. You will be placed in an educational setting for some of the course work. Following completion of a physical education degree - teaching option, a student wishing to teach in a school setting will need to complete either the primary/elementary (as a second degree) or intermediate/secondary degree offered by the Faculty of Education . General option The general option is designed to provide basic professional preparation. This program option consists of courses common to the teaching option plus a flexible choice of elective courses. Minor/academic discipline requirements Among the required 10 three-credit hour elective courses, you must complete a minimum of eight courses in a minor or an acceptable academic discipline. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 83; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 115 · English test waiver: No English proficiency test is required if the applicant meets the requirement another way: (1) two years of full-time instruction at a high school in Canada with appropriate Grade 12 English; (2) a minimum of 15 credit hours (or a completed 2-year credential) at a recognised post-secondary institution where English is the language of instruction - for institutions outside Canada, recognition is by country and Memorial's published list is Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malta, Mauritius, Montserrat, New Zealand, Nigeria, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America (India is NOT on this list); (3) successful completion of Memorial's Intensive English Program or Intensive English Bridge Program at Grenfell Campus. Source: https://www.mun.ca/undergrad/admissions/i-want-to-apply/english-language-requirement/ · Application fee: CAD 300.00 - General Application Processing Fee for undergraduate students who are non-Canadian applicants (Canadian/first-time applicants CAD 70.00). Non-refundable. Source: https://www.mun.ca/finance/tuition-fees-and-charges/application-and-admission-fees/ · Deposit: Memorial does not publish a standard international tuition deposit figure. Its 'I've been admitted' page states that some offers, including verified acceptance and competitive-entry admissions, require a confirmation deposit and that 'deposit directions and deadlines are outlined in your acceptance letter'. Source: https://www.mun.ca/undergrad/admissions/ive-been-admitted-whats-next/
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$22,500 CAD / year≈ $16,544 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for entrance scholarships on admission - no separate application is required, but consideration is not a guarantee. International entrance scholarships are awarded for the first year of study only and are non-renewable; international transfer students are considered only if fewer than 31 credit hours are transferred. Awards listed: Memorial University of Newfoundland International Entrance Scholarship; IUGS Entrance Scholarship for Undergraduate Students; Fortis Inc. - H. Stanley Marshall Scholarship; Killam American Undergraduate Scholarship; Don and Mona Dooley (OLOF) Thailand Scholarship; Shona Perry-Maidment Entrance Award; Convera Scholarship. (The Transforming Our Horizons Entrance Scholarship is for domestic students.) Memorial does not publish the value of the international entrance scholarships. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall (September) semester: March 1
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Physical education cost?
CAD 22,500 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Admission requirements to the degree • Your first year • Sample courses beyond first year • Career opportunities Program options Teaching option The teaching option contains courses in the fundamentals of physical education as well as courses in curriculum planning, teaching methods, and pedagogy relevant to physical education curricula for various grade levels. You will be placed in an educational setting for some of the course work. Following completion of a physical education degree - teaching option, a student wishing to teach in a school setting will need to complete either the primary/elementary (as a second degree) or intermediate/secondary degree offered by the Faculty of Education . General option The general option is designed to provide basic professional preparation. This program option consists of courses common to the teaching option plus a flexible choice of elective courses. Minor/academic discipline requirements Among the required 10 three-credit hour elective courses, you must complete a minimum of eight courses in a minor or an acceptable academic discipline. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 83; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 115 · English test waiver: No English proficiency test is required if the applicant meets the requirement another way: (1) two years of full-time instruction at a high school in Canada with appropriate Grade 12 English; (2) a minimum of 15 credit hours (or a completed 2-year credential) at a recognised post-secondary institution where English is the language of instruction - for institutions outside Canada, recognition is by country and Memorial's published list is Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malta, Mauritius, Montserrat, New Zealand, Nigeria, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America (India is NOT on this list); (3) successful completion of Memorial's Intensive English Program or Intensive English Bridge Program at Grenfell Campus. Source: https://www.mun.ca/undergrad/admissions/i-want-to-apply/english-language-requirement/ · Application fee: CAD 300.00 - General Application Processing Fee for undergraduate students who are non-Canadian applicants (Canadian/first-time applicants CAD 70.00). Non-refundable. Source: https://www.mun.ca/finance/tuition-fees-and-charges/application-and-admission-fees/ · Deposit: Memorial does not publish a standard international tuition deposit figure. Its 'I've been admitted' page states that some offers, including verified acceptance and competitive-entry admissions, require a confirmation deposit and that 'deposit directions and deadlines are outlined in your acceptance letter'. Source: https://www.mun.ca/undergrad/admissions/ive-been-admitted-whats-next/
Is there a scholarship?
International undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for entrance scholarships on admission - no separate application is required, but consideration is not a guarantee. International entrance scholarships are awarded for the first year of study only and are non-renewable; international transfer students are considered only if fewer than 31 credit hours are transferred. Awards listed: Memorial University of Newfoundland International Entrance Scholarship; IUGS Entrance Scholarship for Undergraduate Students; Fortis Inc. - H. Stanley Marshall Scholarship; Killam American Undergraduate Scholarship; Don and Mona Dooley (OLOF) Thailand Scholarship; Shona Perry-Maidment Entrance Award; Convera Scholarship. (The Transforming Our Horizons Entrance Scholarship is for domestic students.) Memorial does not publish the value of the international entrance scholarships. Source View scholarship page
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