Double Degree - Honours Bachelor of Arts & Science - Interdisciplinary Studies & Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior

Lakehead University's Faculty of Education prepares prospective teachers for a dynamic and rewarding career through unique and innovative programming. By emphasizing critical thinking skills and collaborative learning, the university gives students the flexibility to explore the teaching methods, concepts and values that are meaningful to them.

The program emphasizes practical, experiential learning to ensure students are fully prepared to enter into the workforce post-graduation. Lakehead University's programs are continually adapted to encompass a variety of educational settings and training opportunities in two divisions: • Primary-Junior (P/J): JK – Grade 6 • Intermediate-Senior (I/S): Grades 7-12

The Concurrent Education program allows students to take courses in both the Faculty of Education and the faculty offering their academic major before taking two years exclusively with the Faculty of Education; five-year program.

Interdisciplinary Studies program is flexible in its design, allowing students to customize their educational experience. They will be encouraged to think beyond the confines of a traditional undergraduate degree and take a range of courses in different disciplines that are oriented to their individual career aspirations.

As an Interdisciplinary Studies major, students can choose any two disciplinary areas from the following: • Anthropology • Biology • Criminology • English • General Science • Geography • History • Media, Film and Communications • Political Science • Psychology • Sociology

Students will develop advanced critical thinking skills, problem-solving strategies and specialized knowledge pertaining to a variety of topics. This program offer the ability to pursue concentrations in Environment in Politics and Culture, Human Nature, Social Justice, and International Conflict and Human Rights.