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Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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At Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's) is offered as a master's degree in Education & Teaching programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition for international students is CAD 934 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Education & Teaching
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 134 / credit
International tuition: CAD 934 / credit

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: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Master's in Education (M.Ed.) prepares students for certified teaching at the preschool and elementary levels in Quebec. The 60-credit program is estimated at two years of full-time study, with full-time and part-time paths both available. Coursework addresses pedagogy, didactics, and practical training, building the 13 professional competencies required by Quebec's Ministry of Education. Students complete three practicum placements in schools affiliated with Universite Laval. Courses are scheduled during the day, evening, and weekends, and some are offered at a distance, in hybrid, or in comodal format. Graduates who meet the ministry's requirements receive a teaching certificate (brevet d'enseignement) permitting them to teach in Quebec's public school system. Admission requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent diploma. The program admits students in the fall and winter terms and is offered by Universite Laval in Quebec City.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 2.67 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a bachelor's degree or equivalent diploma, with a program or graduation average of at least 2.67 on a 4.33 scale. Non-francophone applicants must score at least 400/699 on the mandatory sections of the TCF test and at least 14/20 on its written-expression component, or complete the FLS-2093 course with a grade of C or higher. English is not a formal admission requirement, but successful completion of the program depends on being able to read texts in English.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université Laval

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's) award?

Université Laval awards a Master's Degree in the field of Education & Teaching on completion of this programme.

How long does Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 934 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

Can Preschool and Elementary Education (Master's) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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