Are you planning to pursue a Bachelor of Education from IGNOU in 2025? Wondering how the syllabus is structured and how many subjects you’ll need to complete? You’re in the right place. This blog gives you the latest IGNOU B.Ed Syllabus 2025 in a clean, year-wise breakdown based on the official prospectus.
To successfully complete the IGNOU B.Ed programme, a student needs to complete 72 credits spread across two years. The structure includes:
Core Theory Courses
Methodology Courses
Optional Courses
Workshops
EPC (Enhancing Professional Capacities)
Internship (School-Based Practicals)
📘 IGNOU B.Ed First Year Syllabus (36 Credits)
✅ Core Courses (16 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
BES-121
Childhood and Growing Up
BES-122
Contemporary India and Education
BES-123
Learning and Teaching
BES-124
Language Across the Curriculum
BES-125
Understanding Disciplines and Subjects
✅ Content-Based Methodology Courses (Choose Any Two – 8 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
BES-141
Pedagogy of Science
BES-142
Pedagogy of Social Science
BES-143
Pedagogy of Mathematics
BES-144
Pedagogy of English
BES-145
Pedagogy of Hindi
✅ Practical Courses (12 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
BESL-131
Workshop Based Activities (Workshop-I)
4
BESL-121
Reading and Reflecting on the Texts (EPC-I)
2
BESL-122
Application of ICT (EPC-II)
2
BESL-133
Internship I
4
📘 IGNOU B.Ed Second Year Syllabus (36 Credits)
✅ Core Courses (12 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
BES-126
Knowledge and Curriculum
BES-127
Assessment for Learning
BES-128
Creating an Inclusive School
BES-129
Gender, School and Society
✅ Optional Courses (Choose Any One – 4 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
BESE-131
Open and Distance Education
BESE-132
Guidance and Counseling
BESE-133
Adolescence and Family Education
BESE-135
Information and Communication Technology
✅ Practical Courses (20 Credits)
Course Code
Course Title
Credits
BESL-132
Workshop Based Activities (Workshop-II)
4
BESL-123
Drama and Art in Education (EPC-III)
2
BESL-124
Understanding the Self and Yoga (EPC-IV)
2
BESL-134
Internship II
12
🧑🏫 Internship Details
Internship is a mandatory part of the IGNOU B.Ed programme and takes place over both years:
Year
Internship
Credits
Duration
Year I
Internship I
4
4 weeks
Year II
Internship II
12
16 weeks
Internship must be completed in upper primary/secondary/senior secondary schools, and students must attend school as per regular school hours. No leave is permitted during this period.
💡 Key Notes:
Total Credits Required: 72
Medium of Instruction: English and Hindi
Programme Duration: Minimum 2 Years | Maximum 5 Years
Admission Criteria: Based on IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test
The IGNOU B.Ed Syllabus 2025 is thoughtfully designed to balance theory with practical experience. Whether you’re passionate about pedagogy, inclusive education, or curriculum design, the course equips you with skills for effective teaching at the secondary level.
Have questions about specific subjects or how to prepare? Leave a comment below or explore the resources on our site for study tips, previous year question papers, and more!
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