Join Nipissing University's Dual Degree program! Study Arts & Education while enjoying small classes and personalized support. Apply now!
Program Description Students will first complete their Bachelor of Arts. Once complete they will move into the two years of their Bachelor of Education. Join innovative and intelligent students like in the pursuit of a world-class degree in the Arts. Nipissing's faculty offer a wide area of study ranging from Economics to Sociology so no matter where the students' passion lies, Nipissing has a program for everyone. Students can choose to apply without declaring a Major and see where they want to focus once they start at the University. Students will engage with some of the best educators and thought leaders with Nipissing small class sizes. They will benefit from personalized attention and in some cases even participate in graduate-level research. Experience a truly unique setting with state-of-the-art facilities nestled in 256 acres of pristine forest. After completing their Bachelor of Arts, students will begin Nipissing University's Bachelor of Education (BEd) program, which was one of the first pre-service teacher education programs to be fully accredited by the Ontario College of Teachers. The BEd program is part of the Schulich School of Education and meets the requirements of the Ontario College of Teachers for teacher certification (Certificate of Qualification). It is open to applicants presenting proof of graduation with an approved undergraduate degree from an accredited university. The program provided by the Schulich School of Education is rigorous and demands a high degree of commitment. To be successful, a student must display sensitivity to pupils, a sense of responsibility to the teaching profession, and a respect for knowledge. Candidates may apply to enroll in one of three divisions in the program: P/J -- Primary/Junior (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6) J/I -- Junior/Intermediate (Grades 4 to 10) I/S -- Intermediate/Senior (Grades 7 to 12) Upon successful completion of all six years, students graduate with both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree.
