Teacher track - BA Degree in Theology and Culture

Thinking of a career in teaching? St. Mark’s College at UBC offers a unique Bachelor of Arts Program well-suited for aspiring teachers who want to teach in Catholic, faith-based, or public schools.

Our program is recognized by UBC’s Faculty of Education, which means graduates are eligible to apply to the teacher preparation (BEd) program at UBC. It is also endorsed by Catholic school districts across BC, providing a potential employment advantage for graduates who want to teach in a Catholic school.

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Program Highlights

  • Complete your studies at St. Mark’s College, right on the UBC campus
  • Earn a BA with teaching concentrations in teachable subjects such as English, History (Socials), and Catholic Studies*
  • Get real teaching experience with internship opportunities (2nd year) plus pre-practicums at local schools (4th year)
  • Be eligible to apply to UBC’s teacher preparation program (BEd)
  • Start on a pathway to teach elementary (K-7), middle school (6-8), or high school (8-12) in Catholic and public schools across the Province
  • Get the edge when applying to teach at a Catholic school
  • Integrate your faith life and academic life

Program Benefits

While many Bachelor’s degrees can qualify you for admittance into a B.Ed program, there are several key advantages to choosing the St. Mark’s BA in Theology and Culture
  • Teach elementary, middle school or high school. Three teachable concentrations in History, English and Catholic Studies* means a wider range of applicable skills
  • A hands-on pre-practicum placement in a lower mainland school gives you valuable teaching experience – before you even start your B.Ed.
  • Our smaller, cohort-style learning environment means you will always have one-on-one support from professors, and a dedicated group of peers to study with
  • Upon completion of your B.A. (St. Mark's College) and B.Ed. (UBC), you will qualify to teach in both Catholic and public schools across BC, opening up more job opportunities



"My decision to attend St. Mark's was based on career opportunities. I love the fact that we interact with students in the Archdiocese of Vancouver through the teaching pre-practicums at local schools. I would recommend this program to anyone who is interested in teaching...or in a comprehensive education in the humanities, which has the potential to lead to so many other fields."

– Alexandra Glinsbockel, Corpus Christi Alumna and St. Mark’s College BA Alumna

Graduation and teaching

Upon graduation from St. Mark’s, you will be eligible to apply for UBC’s Education program with three teaching concentrations: History and English, as well as Catholic Studies*. With internship experience at an elementary and/or high school setting already completed, your application will stand out.

Following graduation from UBC, you will be eligible to work in public and private schools. However, with your third teachable concentration in Catholic Studies, you will also have a distinct advantage over competing applicants for teaching positions in Catholic schools.

Endorsements





"For those who are specifically interested in teaching in Catholic schools, St. Mark's is now the place for them. St. Mark's is the only school in this province offering the third concentration – Catholic Studies. Students who complete our program can also teach at public schools, but they will likely have an edge and an advantage."

– Gabriel Pillay, Dean of Students, Corpus Christi College



“Sixty-five per cent of independent schools in British Columbia are faith-based, which means that, in addition to the certified curriculum, they also teach faith values to students. A Bachelor of Arts program that prepares prospective teachers on how to integrate their faith values in the classroom will enable Catholic schools to better prepare students for life by following the example that Jesus set for us all.”

– Peter Froese, Director of the Federation of Independent Schools of BC (FISA)




Contact

Need help with your application? Contact a St. Mark's College Recruiter to review your course history and eligibility. Schools need good teachers - make an appointment now!

Email: [email protected]

*Catholic Studies is not a provincially recognized teaching concentration; however, it is recognized by the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA) and recognized throughout the Catholic school districts of British Columbia.

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