Course Details
🎓 Course Details – B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education)
About the Course
The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program at Merit College of Education is a two-year professional teacher training course designed to prepare graduates for a rewarding career in school education. The program emphasizes not only pedagogical excellence but also moral integrity, communication, creativity, and leadership.
Through a blend of theory and practice, the course nurtures reflective, innovative, and tech-savvy teachers who can meet the demands of a dynamic education system. The B.Ed. curriculum provides an in-depth understanding of educational psychology, teaching-learning strategies, classroom management, and assessment techniques.
Students engage in micro-teaching, simulated teaching, school internships, and community-based projects — developing as confident and competent professionals ready to shape future generations.
📘 About the Curriculum
The B.Ed. curriculum is framed in accordance with the guidelines of the Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University (TNTEU), Chennai, and approved by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), New Delhi.The curriculum is thoughtfully structured to integrate theoretical foundations with extensive field experience.
Key components include:
Core Papers
Perspectives in Education, Educational Psychology, and Curriculum Development.
Pedagogical Subjects
Subject-specific training in Tamil, English, Mathematics, Science, Commerce, Economics, and Social Sciences.
Value-Based Education
Courses on Gender Sensitization, Environmental Education, and Human Rights.
Educational Technology
Integration of ICT, digital tools, and e-content development in teaching and learning.
Practical Components
- Micro-teaching and Lesson Planning
- School Internship Program (16 weeks)
- Field Work and Community Outreach
- Educational Tour and Observation Visits
- Preparation of Teaching Aids and Project Work
Continuous internal assessments, seminars, assignments, and practical evaluations ensure all-round professional development.
⏱ Duration & Intake
| Course Name | Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Academic Years (4 Semesters) |
| Approved Intake | 100 Students |
| Medium of Instruction | English / Tamil (as per specialization) |
| Course Fee | As per Government Norms |
The structured two-year program allows gradual progression — from conceptual understanding in the first year to applied professional practice in the second.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a recognized Undergraduate (UG) degree in the 10+2+3 or 11+1+3 pattern under any relevant discipline.
| Community / Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| OC | 50% |
| BC | 45% |
| MBC / DNC | 43% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
| Commerce & Economics Subjects | Minimum 50% in P.G. Degree |
All admissions are made as per TNTEU and Government of Tamil Nadu norms.
💼 Career Opportunities
- School Teachers (Government & Private – Primary to High School)
- Teacher Educators in Training Institutes
- Educational Consultants and Curriculum Designers
- Academic Coordinators and School Administrators
- Tutors & Online Educators in e-learning platforms
- Research Scholars pursuing M.Ed., M.Phil., and Ph.D.
B.Ed. graduates play vital roles in education policy, institutional management, and community transformation. The program builds a foundation for both career excellence and lifelong service to society.