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Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA)

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #497 =

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Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA) at Concordia University in Montréal, Canada is a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,800 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Early Childhood Education

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / year

International tuition: CAD 34,800 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: concordia.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

This Bachelor of Arts with a Specialization in Early Childhood and Elementary Education is a teacher-certification program that prepares educators to work with children aged two to 12. The curriculum combines theoretical coursework in child development, educational psychology, and Canadian social policy affecting families with practical fieldwork, including supervised student-teaching placements. Students study teaching methods for languages and core subjects alongside classroom management and curriculum design. Full-time study takes a minimum of four years (120 credits), with classes on the Sir George Williams campus and admission in the Fall term only. Graduates are eligible for certification from the Ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport and qualify to teach in Quebec classrooms.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Minimum cut-off averages vary by credential, ranging from 26 for Quebec CEGEP applicants to 29 for IB Diploma applicants. Applicants must also complete a program-specific application, participate in an interview, and provide three references. International applicants may need to demonstrate English proficiency with TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 7.0. Admission is for the Fall term only, with applications due March 1 (February 1 for U.S./international applicants).

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Concordia University

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1974

Students: 43,922

QS rank: #497 =

Programs: 250

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA) award?

Concordia University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Early Childhood Education on completion of this programme.

How long does Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,800 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

Can Early Childhood and Elementary Education (BA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Concordia University.

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