Bachelor of Education - Creative Arts - Drama

Education is an inspiring career choice that leaves a lasting impression on young people’s lives. Teaching is more than just a profession; it represents a mission to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in students. For those passionate about shaping the next generation through a meaningful and fulfilling career, choosing the creative arts profile provides the opportunity to make a difference every day.

Creative Arts educators empower students to express themselves and explore their creativity. Through drama, fine arts, and music, they help learners develop confidence, emotional intelligence, and an appreciation for artistic expression.

These teachers foster innovation and critical thinking while guiding students to connect with culture and collaborate with others. Their classrooms promote self-discovery and provide students with the tools needed to navigate a rapidly changing world.

At Bishop’s University’s School of Education, the program prepares future Creative Arts educators to inspire and engage young minds. With a focus on cultivating creativity and building essential life skills, graduates are equipped to make meaningful contributions to their students’ development.

To become a Creative Arts educator, individuals select one of the three available profiles at Bishop’s University: Drama, Fine Arts, or Music. Because the program qualifies students to teach at both elementary and secondary levels, teaching practicums are completed in each setting to ensure comprehensive experience.

Pursuing a career in Creative Arts education offers a fulfilling path to inspire and nurture students’ creativity and personal growth. Creative Arts teachers guide students to think imaginatively, explore their unique talents, and express their ideas through diverse artistic mediums.

Beyond fostering creativity, these educators play an essential role in helping students build emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and teamwork skills through collaborative projects and performances. This career offers the rewarding opportunity to witness students’ artistic and personal growth while contributing to an interdisciplinary learning environment that values innovation, culture, and self-expression.

In addition to educational foundations and teaching methods courses, students explore all facets of theatre—from acting and directing to technical production and dramaturgy. This concentration immerses learners in the rich and dynamic world of theatre, blending foundational knowledge, Canada’s unique theatrical traditions, performance skills, and production expertise to prepare educators capable of fostering creativity, self-expression, and a deep appreciation for the dramatic arts in their students.

Students can personalize their studies through a variety of elective options such as Introduction to Directing, Intermediate Technical Theatre Stagecraft, and Lighting Design, which provide hands-on experience in stagecraft. Capstone courses, including Theatre Praxis: Contemporary Theatre Creation and Production Dramaturgy, allow students to develop original works while refining their artistic and pedagogical approaches.

The program also integrates the musical and movement aspects of drama. Courses such as Intro to Acting with Song focus on operetta and musical theatre, while Dance and Movement introduces students to the physicality of performance. For those interested in interdisciplinary perspectives, courses like Ritual and Theatre, Theatre and the State, and Women in Performance encourage critical engagement with the cultural and social dimensions of drama.