Admissions Advising
Advising and online info sessions for the 2021/22 BEd program are available via Zoom.
Due to the high volume of applicants seeking advising, we ask that if you have had a one-on-one advising appointment recently, that you refrain from seeking to book another for a minimum of 6 weeks.
Advising is available now for the 2019/20 application cycle.
Before booking an advising appointment, please attend an webinar and visit our Self-Assessment: Academic and Experience Requirements page.
The Teacher Education Office offers advising for:
- prospective students to the Bachelor of Education program
- prospective students for the Diplomas and Certificates in Education
- international students
- visiting and unclassified students
- teacher updaters
- and individuals interested in readmission or reinstatement to the Bachelor of Education program
What do you want help with?
Bachelor of Education (BEd) Program & Teacher Updating Program
Email is our preferred method of contact. Using email, we can answer most questions and provide URLs with even more information.
Our admissions officers will review your transcripts, discuss requirements for your program option and the different cohorts or teachable subjects available.
Quick Questions sessions via Zoom
Our admissions team hosts weekly online Zoom sessions to answer quick questions. Please be prepared with concise and clear questions as your interaction will be limited to about 5 minutes to give as many students a chance to have their queries addressed. Instructions on how to prepare before reaching out to our office can be seen in the boxed section below.
Offered Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. PDT.
When multiple people sign in, you will be placed in a waiting room.
Depending on the number of people logging in during a session, the waiting room may close earlier than 12:00 p.m.
Access the chat each Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/98036790866
Meeting ID: 980 3679 0866
If you require a dedicated 15-minute advising appointment, please request a booking at teacher.ed@ubc.ca or call 604 822 5242.
Prepare for your Advising Appointment
Learn & Ask:
- Learn about our programs and determine your program of interest.
- Review the frequently asked questions. This list is frequently answered and updated.
- If your question is not answered, email our reception team.
- If your question is still not answered, email our admissions officers (see below).
Bring:
- Complete an academic self-assessment worksheet for your teaching area(s).
- Bring your unofficial transcripts.
Admissions Officers
Diplomas in Education & Certificates in Education
Once you have selected a diploma or certificate on the Professional Development & Community Engagement (PDCE) website, you may have questions about next steps.
- For questions about programs or course selection, contact a PDCE advisor.
- For questions regarding application forms, fees, and transcripts, contact the Teacher Education Office.
Reinstatement/Readmission & Visiting & Unclassified Students
Contact a program manager if:
- You have questions about readmission or reinstatement into the BEd program
- You are a visiting or unclassified student
