University Of Witwatersrand Teaching

University Of Witwatersrand Teaching, The Faculty of Humanities Teaching & Learning Unit provides assistance with the following:

• Non-academic support for all undergraduate students
• Developing learning excellence skills for university success (time management, study skills, note taking, reading skills, and test/exam technique) (targeted at first year students specifically)
• Directing students to support structures for psychosocial factors, mental health challenges, and socio-economic concerns
• Academic advising and career counselling

We are located on East Campus in the South West Engineering building, Ground Floor,  Rooms 2 and 3.

Education

The Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a four year full - time degree offering specialisation in all phases of school learning, from early childhood development to senior secondary school.

Programme overview

Students may choose one of the following programmes:

• Foundation Phase Teaching: Grades R–3
• Intermediate Phase Teaching: Grades 4–7
• Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Grades 8–12

The BEd degree qualifies you as a teacher for any school in South Africa and entitles you to register with the South African Council for Educators (SACE).
Those who wish to qualify as a teacher in the secondary (high) school level, can also opt for a first degree programme (such as a BA), followed by a one  year Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

Education is the foundation of the future. Teachers play a role in teaching the skills and values that will inspire younger generations to shape the world they live in. Wits produces highly employable teachers and offers a high quality, research-informed curriculum.

Career Opportunities

• Community education officer
• Education administrator
• Further education lecturer
• Primary school teacher
• Secondary school teacher
• Special educational needs teacher
• Youth worker

Curriculum

The curriculum for the BEd has a core of compulsory subjects for all student teachers. Students in all phases will study Education I, II, III and IV. These are the foundational modules in Educational Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy. You will learn about how these are relevant in diverse classroom contexts.
All students in the School of Education are required to take Teaching Experience. Every year you will spend some time in schools where you will work with a supervising teacher and will be mentored and assessed by a tutor from Wits.

Entry Requirements

Application Process

Your application

• You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
• Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).

Documentation / Checklist

• Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
• If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.

Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
 

Course Costs

The average course costs for local students range from R34 000 to R62 000, depending on the course and the number of years of study.
Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.

• Fees and funding

Online applications

• Complete an online application to study at Wits

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