Dramatic Art / Concurrent Education

Program Overview & Highlights

  • General 3-Year Program
  • Combined Honours Programs Available
  • B.A.
  • B.Ed.

The classroom will be your stage in this hands-on program where you will practice drama as a vehicle for learning and teaching. In only five years, you will be eligible to teach drama in grades 7 to 12. Put the theory you’ve learned into practice through field experience, including extensive studio training and a minimum 80 days teaching experience in local schools.

Professional Designation Possible: OCT (Ontario College of Teachers)

Start your in-demand career now: 35% of Ontario secondary schools and 24% of elementary schools are facing daily teacher shortages
Learn the skills you need to communicate effectively in the classroom
Service learning courses in the community and abroad, including in Tanzania where you can help rehabilitate classrooms and teach in schools
Teachers with a foundation in communication are prepared to support students’ essential media literacy skills
Learn through a great combination of studio-based classes and academic education

Learn More About Our Program

10
service learning electives to enhance your experience
98.8%
of our graduates are employed within 2 years1
1 (OUGS Education, 2020)
80
days of real teaching experience inside local schools
2
degrees in only 5 years!
5,000+
Open the door to over 5,000 schools around the world with our International Baccalaureate qualification

Admission Requirements

Student in Canada

Course Requirements: English/ENG4U (min. avg. 60%)
Minimum Average: 75%
Mean Average: 85%
Note: Admission to first year only

Career Tracks

  • High school teacher
  • special education teacher
  • learning strategist
  • theatre performer
  • program developer
  • educational assistant
  • arts administrator

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