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For aspiring and accomplished educators to explore, discover, and expand their impact in an inclusive, collaborative community.

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A CANADIAN EDUCATION LEADER

Education is powerful. It transforms lives and creates safer, stronger communities. It equalizes opportunities, ignites potential and breaks down barriers - all for the betterment of society. SFU’s Faculty of Education is an inclusive, welcoming community of students, researchers, practitioners and staff committed to advancing the field of education through scholarly inquiry and community engagement. We help learners become leaders, so they can inspire others.

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1965

Founding Year

200+

# of Education courses

42,000+

# of Education alumni

COMMUNITY

Indigenous-first Approach

We embrace inclusivity, equality, and Indigeneity, driving innovative approaches to thinking, teaching, and learning. Through strong community connections, we elevate learning and inspire students to pursue their unique paths. The faculty offers Indigenous programs, courses, and comprehensive support to guide you on your educational journey, every step of the way.

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Innovative Learning & Research 

SFU’s Faculty of Education is an inclusive, welcoming community of students, practitioners and researchers committed to advancing the field of education through scholarly inquiry and community engagement. We encourage and embolden the learning and research that will shape the future of education.

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International Students

Students come to SFU from all over the world. We have a variety of specialized services to help international students transition to studying in Canada, so you can succeed academically and enjoy everything the SFU community has to offer.

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Community Based

As a community-engaged faculty, we build and nurture connections with diverse communities to improve the learning experience for students and understand the community issues that drive research and innovation.

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS

UNDERGRADUATES

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Teacher Education

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Masters

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Doctorate

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STUDENT LIFE

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MULTI-CAMPUS MODEL

Our multi-campus model offers the flexibility for aspiring and in-service teachers to explore our programs in the communities where they live and work. This empowers learners to pursue their educational goals here and now so they can reach them sooner.

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

Burnaby

Perched atop Burnaby Mountain, Simon Fraser University's original Arthur Erickson-designed campus now includes more than three dozen academic buildings and is flanked by UniverCity, a flourishing sustainable residential community.

Surrey

Simon Fraser University's Surrey campus is a vibrant community hub located in the heart of one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities. Close to the Surrey Central transit station, the dramatic Bing Thom-designed campus is conveniently situated between Metro Vancouver and communities south of the Fraser River.

Vancouver

Described by the Vancouver Sun as the "intellectual heart of the city," Simon Fraser University’s Vancouver campus transformed the landscape of urban education in downtown Vancouver. The campus is comprised of multiple facilities clustered in the core of one of the world’s most liveable cities.

Communities

We are intrinsically linked with communities close to home and around the world and have built connections with learners and leaders in 49 different countries. Each community that we work with challenges and inspires us to explore new ways to learn.