Bachelor in Elementary Education

Presentation

Generic objectives defined for the study programme: a) To promote the acquisition of specific scientifc knowledge in core areas of elementary education curricula; b) To promote the acquisiton of scientific knowledge that allows for the construction of an encompassing view of education - one that takes its foundations into consideration, as well as the diversity and the complexity of educational situations; c) To train professionals of education capable of mobilizing knowledge in an integrated way, aiming at the interpretation and at the critical analysis of educational phenomena, as well as problem solving in different educational contexts; d) To support the construction of training projects whereby the importance of lifelong learning in the construction of professional identity is acknowledged; e) To facilitate the development of the student as a person, as a citizen and as an autonomous, responsible, reflective and innovative educator.

Objectives

Completing this study cycle will allow students: a) To master knowledge in the areas of teaching that support educational action in elementary education, including educational and didactical knowledge; b) To analyze the organization of the Portuguese educational system, its situation within the international context, as well as educational communities, in order to set educational priorities; c) To characterize the child in a multiplicity of dimensions, in order to ensure an adequate educational practice; d) To plan and perform, either individually or in groups, a wide range of educational activities that enhance meaningful and integrated learning, as well as socialization; e) To develop a critical attitude and to use research as a tool to address the educational reality; f) To critically analyze one's own educational action, as well as the educational action of other actors, and adjusting it continuously to specific needs in different contexts.

Admission Requirements

Those interested can apply for the course through one of the following national competitions organized by DGES: National Competition for Access and Admission to Public Higher Education; and Special Regimes. Application may also be possible through the following special competitions, organized by the University of the Azores: Special Competitions for Access and Admission to the University of the Azores (Over 23 Years, Holders of Technological Specialization Diploma, Holders of Higher Professional Technician Diploma, Holders of Other Higher Education Courses, Holders of dual certification courses in secondary education and specialized artistic courses); Regimes of Re-entry and Change of Institution / Course; Special competition for access and admission of international students to the University of the Azores. In all cases, the application is dependent on the candidates' compliance with the conditions required for this purpose. For more information on national competitions and the conditions of access and admission, consult the DGES page at www.dges.gov.pt, and for information on special competitions, consult the regulations available on our website.

Professional Opportunities

Promotion of educational projects in: Nurseries and kindergartens; 1st and 2nd cycle schools; Social centers, summer camps, ATL; Hospitals, special education centers; Libraries, museums and educational farms. Access to Masters in Teaching: Pre-School Education; Pre-School Education and Teaching of the 1st Cycle of Elementary Education; Teaching of the 1st Cycle of Elementary Education; Teaching of the 1st and 2nd Cycle of Elementary Education.