Join Nipissing University's Dual Degree program in Fine Arts & Education! Develop your artistic skills and become a certified teacher. Apply now!
Students will first complete their Bachelor of Fine Arts. Once complete they will move into the two years of their Bachelor of Education. Nipissing's award-winning professors come from diverse backgrounds, and all are working, exhibiting artists who are eager to help students develop their artistic practice. The program values experimentation rather than conformity, and professors work collaboratively to help them develop as an artist. Visiting artists provide artist talks and workshops throughout the year so that students can meet and learn from professionals with a variety of artistic interests. First- and second-year studio courses focus on technical instruction and exposure to art of all forms, developing a strong practical foundation and exploring the vast range of materials and tools available. In third year, graduates will specialize in their areas of interest and explore opportunities for cross-disciplinary approaches to art-making. After completing their Bachelor of Fine 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 Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree.
