VU
Virtual University of Pakistan
Federal Government University

Bachelor of Education (Hons.) Elementary (4 year Program)

Introduction

Education is a growing sector which requires dealing and educating students with different learning capabilities/styles, and offers an exciting career with its own challenges and rewards. Elementary education is the first phase of education usually preceded by nursery or Montessori school education and followed by middle and secondary school education. In Elementary education, children are usually engaged in classes with one teacher, who becomes responsible for their education and well-being for the entire academic year. The continuity with a single teacher and the opportunity to build a close relationship within the class is a distinguishing characteristic of Elementary education. The teacher guides the students based on his/her abilities, competency and knowledge and becomes an ideal role model for the students. The basic objective of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Elementary) program is to equip prospective teachers with teaching tools and an in-depth knowledge of tomorrow’s educational challenges. Virtual University of Pakistan aims at developing dynamic and skilled elementary school teachers fluent in the use of latest technologies and well-versed with the latest advancements in knowledge and pedagogy.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact the program coordinator:

Dr. Hina Amin

E-mail: hina.amin@vu.edu.pk

Ph: +92-42-111-880-880 [Ext:3827]

Disclaimer!

The courses may be revised from time to time as a result of continuous review to bring them at par with courses being taught at top-class foreign universities. While reviewing the courses, needs of local educational context and job market are also given full consideration.

The University reserves the right to change fee structure from time to time.

Objectives

After completing the B.Ed. (4 Years) Elementary, the prospective teachers will:

1. develop an understanding of the psychology of young learners

2. foster creative thinking among their pupils for construction of knowledge

3. develop communication skills and use modern information technology for school teaching

4. acquire competencies relevant to subject specific pedagogy, curriculum development, its transaction and evaluation

5. make pedagogical analysis of the subjects they are to teach at the elementary stage

6. develop positive attitude to teaching profession

7. use innovative methods of teaching

Eligibility Criteria

Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks

Note

  • Candidates having ‘A’ level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero  Semester”.

BS Lateral Entry Admission:

Applicants with a 2-year Associate Degree in the same discipline (from an HEC-recognized institution) will be able to join the 5th semester of a BS program. Those with an Associate Degree in a different discipline or a conventional BA/BSc degree (annual system) must complete a bridging semester/deficiency semester to address academic deficiencies.

The minimum admission eligibility is a 2.00/4.00 CGPA for Associate Degree holders (semester system) or 45% marks for BA/BSc or equivalent (annual system), along with meeting the University’s general admission criteria based on 12 years of education. The University may set higher standards for specific programs.

Duration

It is a four-year full time study program spread over eight semesters. Each semester has at least 18 weeks duration for teaching and examinations etc.
Degree Completion Duration

Assessment Criteria

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term exams including teaching practicum for B.Ed. (4 Years) Elementary. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course.

Award of Degree

From Fall 2021, to be eligible for the award of B.Ed. (4 Years) Elementary degree the students are required to complete at least 145 credit hours with minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 out of 4.
Whereas, for all previously enrolled batches, the students are required to complete at least 140~142 credit hours with minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.00 out of 4.00

Project / Internship / Practicals

Teaching Practices

Students are required to complete the teaching practice of 15 credit hours during B.Ed. (4 Years) Elementary program.

Research Project

Research Project of 6 credit hours is a compulsory requirement for the completion of the degree. Students may select research topics of their choice with the approval of the student advisor/ supervisor. Students have to submit a detailed write-up of the Project and may be required to give a presentation.

Scheme of Study

Total Credit Hours 133
Total Semesters 8
Duration 4 Years


(B.Ed. (Hons) Elementary) Course Selection Rules
Semester No. 1
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS101 Introduction to Computing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU101 Foundations of Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG101 English Comprehension Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH100 General Mathematics Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC101 Introduction to Sociology Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ETH202 Ethics (for Non-Muslims) Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ISL202 Islamic Studies Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
VU001 Introduction to e-Learning Required 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 2
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU301 General Methods of Teaching Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU305 Classroom Management Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG201 Business and Technical English Writing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
GSC101 General Science Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC201 Social Statistics Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PAK302 Pakistan Studies Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 3
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU403 Art, Crafts and Calligraphy Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU405 Classroom Assessment Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU430 ICT in Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU516 Teaching of English Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT602 Entrepreneurship Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
URD100 Urdu Language Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 4
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU501 School, Community and Teacher Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU510 Teaching of Mathematics Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ETH100 Effective Citizenship Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
GSC201 Teaching of General Science Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
TPTA519 Teaching Practice - I Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 5
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU303 Child Development Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU410 Teaching of Literacy Skills Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU411 Teaching of Urdu Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU431 Test Development & Evaluation Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSY406 Educational Psychology Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM101 Introduction to Mass Communication Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM301 Communication skills Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT503 Principles of Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGTE630 Knowledge Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSC201 International Relations Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC301 Introduction to Social Work Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC602 Sociology of Education Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC604 Community Development Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 6
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU304 Introduction to Guidance and Counseling Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU401 Contemporary Issues and Trends in Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU512 Teaching of Islamic Studies Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU601 Philosophy of Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM101 Introduction to Mass Communication Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM301 Communication skills Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT503 Principles of Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGTE630 Knowledge Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSC201 International Relations Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC301 Introduction to Social Work Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC602 Sociology of Education Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC604 Community Development Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 7
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU402 Curriculum Development Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU406 Critical Thinking and reflective Practice Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU407 Research Methods in Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU433 Professionalism in Teaching Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU515 Teaching of Geography Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM101 Introduction to Mass Communication Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM301 Communication skills Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT503 Principles of Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGTE630 Knowledge Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSC201 International Relations Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC301 Introduction to Social Work Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC602 Sociology of Education Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC604 Community Development Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 8
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU602 Educational Leadership and Management Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU604 Comparative Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDUA630 Research Project Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
TPTB519 Teaching Practice - II Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM101 Introduction to Mass Communication Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCM301 Communication skills Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGTE630 Knowledge Management Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSC201 International Relations Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC301 Introduction to Social Work Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC602 Sociology of Education Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
SOC604 Community Development Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 


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