Program Overview
The Bachelor of Education at Red Deer Polytechnic prepares future educators to create inclusive, equitable, and engaging learning environments. The four-year degree emphasizes relationship building, social responsibility, foundational pedagogical knowledge, and bridging theory to classroom practice.
Students explore how children and youth learn, what motivates them, and how to design evidence-based teaching strategies that support diverse learners.
Specializations and Academic Pathways
After Year One, students enter a specialization cohort in:
• Early Years (Kindergarten – Grade 4)
• Middle Years (Grades 5 – 9)
• Secondary (Grades 10 – 12)
All students choose a minor subject area. Secondary students also select a teachable subject major.
A Career and Technology Studies (CTS) pathway allows eligible Journeypersons to receive advanced credit and potentially complete the degree in as little as three years.
Work-Integrated Learning and Practicum
Students gain field experience in different school settings each year of the program. The final year includes a full-term practicum, allowing students to apply theory in real classroom environments.
Graduates are prepared to teach in Alberta schools and contribute meaningfully to the education system through inclusive and socially responsible teaching practices.
- Academic Requirement: Students applying to the Bachelor of Education must have: • 65% in ELA 30-1 • 50% in Social Studies 30-1 OR 65% in Social Studies 30-2 • 50% in Math 30-1 OR 65% in Math 30-2 • 50% in one Group C grade 12 course • 50% in one Group A, B, or C grade 12 course OR Physical Education 30 Group A: English, Social Studies, Languages, Aboriginal Studies Group B: Art, Drama, Music, Fine Arts Group C: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Science, Computer Science Indian Equivalent (System Entry): 12th Pass with English and Mathematics mandatory + relevant subject combinations as per stream.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 each band) PTE: 59 (minimum 56 each section) Duolingo: 115–125 TOEFL iBT: 83 CAEL: 60 (minimum 55 each band) Oxford ELLT: 7 Overall MET: 61 (minimum 58 each band)
- Special Requirement: • Specialization selection after Year 1: Early Years (K–4) Middle Years (5–9) Secondary (10–12) • Minor subject selection (11 options available) • Secondary students choose major teachable subject • Field experience every year • Full-term practicum in final year • CTS pathway available for Journeypersons • Up to 33 credits recognition for eligible trades professionals • PGWP Eligible
- Application Fee: $150
- LOA Deposit: $1,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $22,400
- Total Tuition Fee: $89,600
- Course Duration: 4 years
- Credentials: Bachelor
- Intake: September 2026
Eligibility
□ 12th Pass with English and Mathematics
□ Required subject combinations as per admission criteria
English Requirement
□ IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 each band)
OR accepted equivalent
Documents
□ Passport
□ Academic transcripts
□ English test result
□ Statement of Purpose
Fees and Admission
□ Application Fee – CAD 150
□ Tuition Deposit – CAD 1500
□ PAL Required
Program Confirmation
□ Duration – 4 Years
□ Specialization after Year 1
□ Annual Field Placements
□ Final-Year Practicum
□ PGWP Eligible