“Now that I am out in ‘the real world’ I really appreciate the high calibre of knowledge and skill that Education professors pass on to their students. My courses taught me to be a flexible and competent teacher.”
– Alexandra Lamb (BA/B.Ed.), teacher at a Montreal high school
Education
The University of Winnipeg prepares you for a career in education by offering dynamic, innovative, and creative programming in the heart of downtown Winnipeg.
If you are interested in working with children or young people and you have a passion for teaching and learning, you may want to consider a career in education. Due to of the strength of our program and the successes of our students, hiring rates for our graduates are consistently good. Increasing career opportunities are anticipated in areas such as math, science, French, and industrial arts.
This program leads to an Integrated Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Physical and Health Education, or an After Degree Bachelor of Education. The University also offers some joint programs in Education with Red River College Polytechnic: Applied Commerce Education, Industrial Arts Education and Technical Vocational Education.
Required High School Courses
- Be a high school graduate with at least 30 Manitoba high school credits, or hold a Mature Status Diploma and have completed courses required for Regular Status Entry
- Have completed five credits at the Grade 12 level, designated A, S or G
- Must present standing in EITHER two credits of English 40 (A or S level) plus one credit of Mathematics 40S (Pre-Calculus, Applied, or Consumer) OR one credit of English 40 (A or S level) plus Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S
- In place of English 40S, Francais and French Immersion students may present Anglais 40S or English 40S (1 credit), plus Francais
- The average calculation must cover three different subject areas and include at least one of English 40 (A or S level, two credits), Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S or Applied Mathematics
NOTE: Students in the Elementary stream only must complete 6 credit hours of university-level Math courses. To take Math courses at UWinnipeg, students need to have Mathematics 40S (Pre-Calculus or Applied). Students lacking this background can complete Math access courses first at UWinnipeg – please consult the Academic Advisor, Integrated Education Program, for guidance.
Ready to Apply?
Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“Now that I am out in ‘the real world’ I really appreciate the high calibre of knowledge and skill that Education professors pass on to their students. My courses taught me to be a flexible and competent teacher.”
– Alexandra Lamb (BA/B.Ed.), teacher at a Montreal high school
Program Contacts
Education Office
phone: 204.786.9491
email: education@uwinnipeg.ca
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
Program Contacts
Education Office
phone: 204.786.9491
email: education@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/education
In any case where the Academic Calendar and this factsheet differ the current Calendar takes precedence.
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
“Now that I am out in ‘the real world’ I really appreciate the high calibre of knowledge and skill that Education professors pass on to their students. My courses taught me to be a flexible and competent teacher.”
– Alexandra Lamb (BA/B.Ed.), teacher at a Montreal high school
Last Updated: 08/01/2024