Bachelor of Education in Elementary - French in Antigonish Canada | St. Francis Xavier University

Our two-year Bachelor of Education program blends teaching, research, and practical experience in a dynamic academic setting. You'll be guided by faculty members who are distinguished practitioners in their field. During the second year, B.Ed. candidates can gain international teaching experience through overseas placements. Past students have completed practicums in diverse locations such as Norway, Australia, Kenya, Iceland, and Scotland.

The StFX Faculty of Education focuses on developing future educators by merging theoretical knowledge with hands-on classroom preparation. We equip graduates for immediate employment through a comprehensive curriculum featuring core requirements and specialized elective options.

This two-year professional degree follows undergraduate studies and offers two specialization tracks:

Elementary (primary to grade 6) - Candidates in elementary education develop broad teaching competencies to meet the diverse subject requirements of Nova Scotia's primary schools.

Secondary (grades 7 to 12) - Secondary education students qualify to teach two specialized subjects typically offered in Nova Scotia's high schools (including English, French, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Physical Education/Health Education, Gaelic, Spanish, Business, Family Studies, Art, Music, and Drama).

Both streams offer additional specialization options in Physical Education and French language instruction.