Program type
Minor
Education (Minor)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Start term
Fall, Winter
Why study Education?
A Minor in Education gives you a basic introduction to the philosophical foundations and key concepts of education such as educational psychology, child development and technology for change. It is designed to complement studies in other disciplines such as psychology, sociology, history and business.
Admission criteria
Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements
- Quebec Cegep: 22
- High School: C+
- ACT or SAT is NOT required
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
- University Transfers (internal/external): C
- Baccalauréat français: 11
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.
Application deadlines
We consider complete applications year round and give priority to applicants who apply by official deadlines.
FALL TERM
March 1 is the deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.
Late applications will be considered if places are still available. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.
WINTER
November 1 is the deadline to apply for winter term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by September 1 to allow sufficient time for CAQ and study permit application processing.
Not all programs are available for winter term entry. Please check program availability for the term, before you start your application.
We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.
After your degree
Thanks to Concordia's emphasis on taking an interdisciplinary approach to your field of study, you'll graduate with a depth of knowledge informed by an understanding of how your subject connects to the wider world. You'll be ideally positioned to succeed in a professional role that demands rigorous analytical thinking, sharp communication skills and the ability to approach problem-solving from multiple dimensions.
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