Concurrent Teacher Education – Primary/Junior (Grades K-6)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 5-year concurrent degree programDuration
- Main Campus (St. Catharines), CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Social SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Main Campus (St. Catharines)Campus
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of EducationAwards
- $39,835Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
You’ll study for five years to complete an Honours BA in Child and Youth Studies or Educational Studies, and a Bachelor of Education (BEd) at the same time. BA Child and Youth Studies (Honours)/BEd: This five-year concurrent degree program integrates theoretical and practical knowledge and includes a unique undergraduate program that focuses on understanding children, childhood and youth.
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Opportunities for field experiences begin in second year with a required service-learning placement and continue throughout the program. Successful graduates of each program will be recommended to the Ontario College of Teachers for an Ontario Certificate of Qualification and Registration. BA Educational Studies (Honours)/BEd: This five-year concurrent degree program provides students with an overview of the broad field of education and reinforces the idea that education is intimately tied to society and occurs in a wide variety of settings. The overarching goal of the program is to develop graduates who understand the potential of educational initiatives to foster personal and social change.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time; part-time available for many programmes (see Brock's…
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Entry requirements
Admission averages by entry route: OUAC BDP: expected cut-off high 80s; OUAC BEJ: expected cut-off high 80s || Prerequisite requirements (Ontario Secondary School curriculum): English (ENG4U) | One 4U math (Mathematics of Data Management - MDM4U preferred) | For teaching at the Primary-Junior level (Grades K-6). · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 110 · English test waiver: Exemption available: minimum three years of full-time non-ESL study where English was the primary language of instruction and evaluation (ELP Exemption Form, reviewed by the ELP Committee); applicants holding qualifications from Brock's list of exempt countries are exempt. Alternative pathway: Brock Intensive English Language Program (IELP) Level 5. Source: https://brocku.ca/admissions/english-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 130.00 - Brock application, international students. OUAC application fee: see OUAC website.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$39,835 CAD / year≈ $29,290 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsYes - International Brock Scholars Award is automatic for every incoming international student entering a first undergraduate programme: CAD 20,000 in year 1 (95.0%+ admission average), CAD 15,000 (90.0-94.9%), CAD 8,000 (85.0-89.9%), CAD 4,000 (80.0-84.9%), renewable for up to three years at CAD 4,000/3,000/1,500/1,000 (maximum totals CAD 32,000/24,000/12,500/7,000). Also Brock Future Leaders Scholarship CAD 10,000 (10 awards), International Curriculum award CAD 3,000 (first 20), International Ambassador Award (value equal to domestic tuition rates), Caribbean International Scholarship CAD 4,000 (2 awards), Brock Canadian High School Excellence Award CAD 2,000 (first 30), International Transfer Award CAD 3,000 (first 10). All subject to Board of Trustees approval. 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: January 15, 2027 for Fall 2027 entry (OUAC and Brock applications). Brock application: December 1 (Winter entry), April 1 (Spring entry).
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 Concurrent Teacher Education – Primary/Junior (Grades K-6) cost?
CAD 39,835 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
5-year concurrent degree program, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Admission averages by entry route: OUAC BDP: expected cut-off high 80s; OUAC BEJ: expected cut-off high 80s || Prerequisite requirements (Ontario Secondary School curriculum): English (ENG4U) | One 4U math (Mathematics of Data Management - MDM4U preferred) | For teaching at the Primary-Junior level (Grades K-6). · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 58; Duolingo English Test 110 · English test waiver: Exemption available: minimum three years of full-time non-ESL study where English was the primary language of instruction and evaluation (ELP Exemption Form, reviewed by the ELP Committee); applicants holding qualifications from Brock's list of exempt countries are exempt. Alternative pathway: Brock Intensive English Language Program (IELP) Level 5. Source: https://brocku.ca/admissions/english-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 130.00 - Brock application, international students. OUAC application fee: see OUAC website.
Is there a scholarship?
Yes - International Brock Scholars Award is automatic for every incoming international student entering a first undergraduate programme: CAD 20,000 in year 1 (95.0%+ admission average), CAD 15,000 (90.0-94.9%), CAD 8,000 (85.0-89.9%), CAD 4,000 (80.0-84.9%), renewable for up to three years at CAD 4,000/3,000/1,500/1,000 (maximum totals CAD 32,000/24,000/12,500/7,000). Also Brock Future Leaders Scholarship CAD 10,000 (10 awards), International Curriculum award CAD 3,000 (first 20), International Ambassador Award (value equal to domestic tuition rates), Caribbean International Scholarship CAD 4,000 (2 awards), Brock Canadian High School Excellence Award CAD 2,000 (first 30), International Transfer Award CAD 3,000 (first 10). All subject to Board of Trustees approval. Source View scholarship page
Is it accredited?
Schoolteacher (publicly funded K-12): Only Ontario runs a separate programme-accreditation body: the Ontario College of Teachers accredits all initial teacher education programs offered by Ontario faculties of education, reviews them periodically, and issues decisions on proposed programme changes. Elsewhere the certifying authority assesses the individual applicant's programme against published criteria rather than publishing an accredited-programme list — for example Saskatchewan requires an…
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