Programs Requiring Prior University Study

The study of canon law mainly consists of the study of the Code of Canon Law. A number of disciplines are related to this subject: Theology of canon law, philosophy of law, fundamental concepts of Roman law, elements of civil law, history of the fundamental canonical structures of canon law, history of the sources of canon law, the relationship between the Church and civil society, and canonical administrative and judicial practice. We also offer an introduction to the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches and the study of Latin, as well as optional courses, exercises and seminars.

Offered by the Faculty of Canon Law, the ecclesiastical programs in Canon Law also allow students to receive civil degrees, such as the Graduate Diploma in Canon Law, Graduate Diploma in Matrimonial and Procedural Law or Graduate Diploma in Safeguarding Minors and Vulnerable Adults and the Master's in Canon Law.

The Faculty of Human Sciences at Saint Paul University offers programs leading to a Graduate Diploma in Couple Counselling and Spirituality and a Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling and Spirituality, all conferred jointly by the Senates of Saint Paul University and of the University of Ottawa, with which Saint Paul is federated.

The objective of these programs is to train specialists to counsel and guide couples or individuals with regard to their values and their spirituality, as well as both their individual and couple dynamics.

U of T offers a 4-year program leading to a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Three years of university education (at least 15 full-year courses) required. Academic prerequisites include 1 full-year or 2 half-year courses in general biochemistry, 1 full-year or 2 half-year courses in general mammalian physiology, 2 additional full-year or 4 half-year courses in life sciences and 1 full-year or 2 half-year courses in humanities or social sciences. Students are also required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0

Candidates also must submit Canadian Dental Aptitude Test (DAT) scores.

A 4-year undergraduate degree is required.

The Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph is a leader in veterinary health care, learning and research. This 4-year professional degree is accredited by the Canadian and American Veterinary Medical Associations.  

Entrance Information and Requirements: - Completion of a minimum of 2 years of a university undergraduate degree program. Applications to DVM may be submitted during a student's third year. - Completion of 8 university-level required courses: cell biology; biochemistry; genetics; statistics; 2 biological sciences; and 2 humanities and/or social sciences. - Experience with veterinarians. - Submission of a Background Information Form. - 3 letters of reference (2 must be from veterinarians). - An interview. -CASPer Situational Judgement Test - Canadian applicants, including dual citizens, must be residents of Ontario. A "resident" is someone who has resided in Ontario for 12 months, exclusive of time spent in a postsecondary institution.

Brock's Department of Teacher Education offers consecutive initial teacher education programs for those who already have a university degree. The programs are 4 semesters, taken over 2 academic years, and lead to a BEd degree and an Ontario Certificate of Qualification and Registration.

Lakehead University offers a 2-Year Bachelor of Education program at the Thunder Bay and Orillia Campuses: Primary-Junior and Intermediate-Senior* teaching divisions.

*Teachables offered for the Intermediate-Senior teaching divisions may differ between campus.

For our most up-to-date information, consult our program page.

The Bachelor of Education (BEd) program is part of our Schulich School of Education and meets the requirements of the Ontario College of Teachers for teacher certification (Certificate of Qualification). It is open to applicants who present proof of graduation with an approved undergraduate degree from an accredited university.

Applicants can apply to the following divisions:

• - Primary/Junior (Kindergarten to Grade 6)
• - Primary/Junior (Kindergarten to Grade 6) – French as a Second Language*
• - Junior/Intermediate (Grades 4 to 10)
• - Intermediate/Senior (Grades 7 to 12)

*Students who graduate with the P/J FSL BEd degree will be qualified to teach French as a second language (i.e., core, extended and immersion) (Grades K-12).

Consecutive Education (Primary/Junior)
This 16-month program prepares you to be an elementary school teacher (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6) with strengths in science, mathematics, literacy and technology.

Admission is based on an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, with a minimum required average of 70% ("B-" or 2.7 GPA) in the best 10 full-year or best 20 half-year courses completed. Preference is given to 4-year honours degrees.

Because Primary/Junior teachers deal with a wide range of subject areas, it is desirable that you have a broad academic background. In assessing the academic breadth of Primary/Junior applicants, the Faculty of Education gives preference to candidates who have 1 or more 3-credit hour (half-year) undergraduate or graduate courses in these subject groupings:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• English/Linguistics
• Environmental Science
• Fine Arts
• Foreign Languages
• Liberal Arts
• Mathematics
• Physics

Consecutive Education (Intermediate/Senior)
This 16-month program prepares you to teach grades 7 to 12 with expertise in 2 of the following teachable subject areas:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• English
• General Science
• Health and Physical Education
• History
• Mathematics
• Physics

Admission is based on an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, with a minimum required average of 70% ("B-" or 2.7 GPA) in the best 10 full-year or best 20 half-year courses completed. Preference is given to 4-year honours degrees.

Applicants must have completed a minimum of 5 full-year courses or 10 half-year courses with a 70% average in a first teaching subject, and 3 full-year courses or 6 half-year courses with a 70% average in a second teaching subject.

Faculty of Education undergraduate programs in English and French lead to either a baccalaureate or a certificate, depending on the program. While each program prepares you to be certified to teach in elementary and secondary schools, each program has a different approach and content.

Visit the equivalent page in French for information about Teacher Education programs offered in French.

The Faculty of Education and Academic Development offers the 2-year consecutive program in 2 specialization options: Primary/Junior (JK to Grade 6) and Intermediate/Senior (Grades 7 to 12), leading to the Bachelor of Education degree and teacher certification by the Ontario College of Teachers. Completion of a university degree is required for admission.

Preference is given to students who have completed a 4-year degree.

Laurier's Bachelor of Education is a postgraduate degree program you apply to after you complete, or when you've nearly completed, an undergraduate degree.

If you’re entering university for the first time and considering a career in teaching, Laurier’s Education minor can help prepare you for admission into the Bachelor of Education program. Expand your understanding of schooling and education through 6 education-related courses.

To prepare for the Bachelor of Education program, think about what subjects and grades you’d like to teach. From there, work backwards and choose an undergraduate program that will help you get the courses and/or teachable subjects required to be certified by your province’s certifying teachers’ college or association. Once you’ve completed an undergraduate degree (at Laurier or at another institution), we invite you to apply to Laurier’s Bachelor of Education program, an innovative, forward-thinking program that certifies teaching for Primary/Junior (Grades K–6) or Junior/Intermediate (Grades 4–10). Our classes are engaging, interactive and have an excellent student-to-teacher ratio.

Unique within Ontario, this program embodies a professional development school model. You will spend 181 days in school placements during the 2-year program. An alternative placement is also required, where you will work in community agencies, specialized school settings or international placements according to your individual interests.

You can apply to the concurrent BEd (French) program directly out of high school with the OUAC code YGJ or during your second or third year in a BA at Glendon with the code YGV.

Education classes do not start until after 2 or 3 years of study, depending on the teaching level you wish to be certified for. French proficiency test and supplementary application required.