Sequential Program

Teach elementary, middle or secondary school. Learn how to lead. Experience the classroom and beyond. Create an educated community of the future. Be the inspiration for tomorrow’s children. These opportunities and more are available when you choose Sequential Bachelor of Education at the University of Saskatchewan (U of S).

What is the Sequential Bachelor of Education?

After completing 60 credit units in the College of Arts and Science, students are ready to apply to the College of Education with one of two specializations: elementary/middle years or secondary. 

The focus of the Elementary/Middle Years Education Program is of a generalist nature. A student in the Secondary Education Program will have two teaching areas to learn to teach. 

The U of S Advantage

The 60 credit units of prerequisite arts and science courses are necessary to ensure that students will have the adequate background knowledge their profession will require. The Secondary Education Program, in particular, lends itself to the completion of a second degree with an additional year of study.

Field Experience

Beginning in their third year of study, students are paired with a partner school where assignments can be completed in an active learning environment. At the start of fourth year, studets are completely submerged in an extensive field experience for a supervised 16-week period, teaching full-time for two of those weeks. 

Outstanding Students, Faculty & Alumni

• Professor Marie Battiste, Academic Director of the college’s Aboriginal Educational Research Centre and co-director of the national Aboriginal Learning and Knowledge Centre was recognized by the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation with a National Aboriginal Achievement Award for her leadership in indigenous education. 
• Assistant Professor Bonnie Stelmach received a Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union for enhancing the student experience.
  Student, Kelsie Hendry, represented Canada at the Olympics in Beijing in pole vaulting.
• The Honourable Dr. Lynda Haverstock, B.Ed. and M.Ed., served as Saskatchewan’s 19th Lieutenant Governor.
• Joseph Handley, former Northwest Territories Premier, B.Ed. and M.Ed., received a National Aboriginal Achievement Award for his work in politics. 
• Barrie Wigmore, B.Ed., moved to the United States to work for investment banker Goldman, Sachs, & Co. He founded the firm’s Public Utility Department which deals with electric and gas utilities, telephone companies, and natural gas pipelines around the world. He then became a partner. 
• Diane Jones Konihowski, B.Ed., represented Canada for 17 years in pentathlon. During that time, she was named to three Olympic Teams, was ranked #1 in the world and won over 70 national championships. 
• Sharon Butula, B.Ed., is the author of sixteen books of both fiction and non-fiction, a number of which have been on the Canadian bestseller list. The Perfection of the Morning, for example, was on the list for a year.

A Stepping Stone ...

A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) is the beginning of a long career in academia, education, community, business, politics or government. 

The graduate studies program in the College of Education offers opportunities to advance your education in the areas of educational administration (leadership), educational foundations (social justice, Aboriginal, anti-racist, and lifelong and ecological education), educational psychology and special education (school counselling, special education, and applied measurement and evaluation), and educational curriculum (teacher librarian, educational communications, and technology and curriculum).

Admission

• Minimum 60 credit units of university-level course work before June 30 of the application year (required courses vary by program and teaching areas of applicant) and a minimum cumulative average of 60% in those subjects
• Admission based on GPA for the 60 credit units of pre-requisite courses (50% weight), online interview (20% weight), and 35 to 40 hours of experience working with children (30% weight)

Combined Degree in Education & Kinesiology

Practice your skills in a triple-wide gym. Make your mark on the future. Ready yourself to teach others. Set your goals high. Go forward and inspire tomorrow’s children. Benefit from a unique skill set that combines both Kinesiology and Education. These opportunities and more are available when you choose the Combined Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Kinesiology Program at the University of Saskatchewan.

What is a Combined Degree in Education & Kinesiology?

This five-year program is designed for students who intend to teach physical education at the secondary level. Students begin their career as a student at the University of Saskatchewan in the College of Kinesiology. They spend three-years completing the requirements for the kinesiology portion of the combined program and then apply to the College of Education. Once accepted, students will complete an additional two years and graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education degree.

The U of S Advantage

Graduate with two degrees in five years. Combined degree students have a very concentrated knowledge of the physical education teaching area and are comfortable teaching almost immediately due to their intense preparation.

Field Experience

Beginning in their third year of study, students are paired with a partner school where assignments can be completed in an active learning environment. At the start of fourth year, students are completely submerged in an extensive field experience for a supervised 16-week period, teaching full-time for two of those weeks. 

Outstanding Students, Faculty & Alumni

• Professor Marie Battiste, Academic director of the College’s Aboriginal Educational Research Centre and co-director of the national Aboriginal Learning and Knowledge Centre was recognized by the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation with a National Aboriginal Achievement Award for her leadership in Indigenous education. 
• Assistant Professor Bonnie Stelmach received a Teaching Excellence Award from the University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union for enhancing the student experience.
• Student, Kelsie Hendry, represented Canada in pole vaulting at the Olympics in Beijing.
• Colette Bourgonje, BSPE and B.Ed., a multi-medal winning paralympian, has won numerous national championships, five world championships and four Paralympic Games including: Albertville, Lillihammer, Nagano and Salt Lake City. Colette won two silver medals at Nagano in the 2,500m and 5,000m.
• Dave King, BAPE and B.Ed., coached in the National Hockey League (teams included the Calgary Flames and the Columbus Blue Jackets), then coached Team Canada for the several Olylmpics and went on to coach in Europe.   
• Diane Jones Konihowski, B.Ed., represented Canada for 17 years in pentathlon. During that time she was named to three Olympic Teams, was ranked #1 in the world and won over 70 national championships. 
• Gene Makowsky, B.Ed., played Offensive Lineman for the Grey Cup winning Saskatchewan Roughriders.
• Arden Knoll, B.Ed., is a two-time winner of the Canadian Golf Tour and played ten years on the professional golf circuit.

A Stepping Stone...

A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) is the beginning of a long career in academia, education, community, business, politics or government. 

The graduate studies program in the College of Education offers opportunities to advance your education in the areas of educational administration (leadership), educational foundations (social justice, Aboriginal, anti-racist, and lifelong and ecological education), educational psychology and special education (school counselling, special education, and applied measurement and evaluation), and educational curriculum (teacher librarian, educational communications, and technology and curriculum).

Admission

• Apply to the College of Kinesiology.
• Upon admission, speak with an academic advisor and complete the required courses (three years of study).
• Apply to the College of Education to complete the rest of the program.