Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education Combined
Contact:
Brad McDiarmid
Chairperson
Program Information:
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
One-and Two-Year University Transfer Program
For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage. Click on Planning Guides.
The Program
A combined BEd/BSc program allows you to satisfy the minimum requirements of both degrees in five years. The program provides a broader science background while maintaining the teacher education component. Graduates of the combined degree are eligible to apply for Teacher Certification in the Province of Alberta and all other provinces. RDC offers up to two years of these programs.
Transfer Features
You may transfer up to 60 credits taken at RDC to the university of your choice. Some routes and majors may require transfer after one year if RDC does not offer all courses needed.
Before planning your program and registering, decide on the university you want to attend, the grade level you want to teach, and the subject area in which you want to specialize. (See details under "University Programs").
Direct transfer arrangements are in place to the University of Alberta and University of Lethbridge. You may arrange to transfer to other institutions at which a Bachelor of Education is offered.
Transfer institutions accept a limited number of students to the Bachelor of Education program. Successful transfer is based on proper course selection, credit hours completed, grade point average (G.P.A.), and other requirements. These requirements vary depending on which university, route, and major you choose. Some routes and majors are more competitive than others and may require a higher grade point average for transfer.
Detailed information regarding course selection and transfer requirements for University of Alberta and University of Lethbridge are provided by RDC before you register. If you plan to transfer elsewhere, you may need to contact your destination University or College regarding course planning. Academic Advisors at RDC can assist you in this process.
Admission Requirements
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. Biology 30
b. ELA 30-1
c. Mathematics 30-1
d. Chemistry 30
e. Subject from Group A, B or C (Physics 30 recommended)
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. ELA 30-1
b. Mathematics 30-1
c. Biology 30
e. Chemistry 30
Program Content
Teaching science in secondary school requires studying a variety of subjects. For the University of Alberta, you will normally major in one of the following areas and minor in another:
- Biological Sciences includes Biology, Botany, Entomology, Genetics, Immunology and Infection, Marine Science, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology, Zoology.
- Mathematical Sciences includes Applied Probability, Computing Science, Mathematics, Statistics.
- Physical Sciences includes Astronomy, Chemistry, Mathematical Physics, Physics.
Transfer to the University of Alberta after one year is required for all of these programs in order to meet the U of A Faculty of Science residency requirement.
University of Alberta
(Please note that these credits are U of A credits.)
Year 1
- English (6 credits)
- Biological Sciences (6 credits)
- Mathematical Sciences (6 credits)
- Physical Sciences (6 credits)
- Science Major/Minor or Arts options (6 credits)
University of Calgary
- Please consult with an Academic Advisor.
University of Lethbridge
- Follow the BEd Combined Degree Program as outlined in the Bachelor of Education section of this Calendar.
Program Cost Estimates
Graduation Requirements
You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.