What Is Teaching
Teaching is the process of attending to people’s needs, experiences and feelings, and intervening so that they learn particular things, and go beyond the given
Entry Requirements To Study Teaching In South Africa
| Qualification | Minimum Statutory Entry Requirement |
|---|---|
| Higher Certificate | Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, together with any other university requirements. |
| Diploma | Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 3 (40–49%) or better in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements. |
| Bachelors Degree | Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) or better in four recognised 20-credit NSC subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements. |
*(LOTL) Language of Teaching & Learning, which is English at Nelson Mandela University.
Designated subjects
As per the Government Gazette Notice No.165 No. 41473 dated March 2018, the list of designated subjects has been revoked with immediate effect. Subsequent to this announcement, the revised admission requirements for degree entry as they pertain to Nelson Mandela University, are further explained below:
Applicants must meet the minimum statutory entry requirements for each type of qualification they wish to apply for as stated above.
The University may add additional subject specific requirements for certain qualifications.
Applicants will also need to comply with the Applicant Score (AS), subject(s) and percentage % pass required for specific subjects which may be required for certain qualifications, before a final decision will be made of the outcome of his/her application.
Any recognized 20-credit NSC subject combinations (dependent on school capacity) can be used towards applying for degree studies (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), provided that each of these four subjects are also passed on a level 4 (50-59%) or higher.
Schools Offering Teaching In South Africa
Unisa.
University of the Western Cape.
University of the Witwatersrand.
University of Johannesburg.
Tshwane University of Technology.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
University of Cape Town.
Stellenbosch University.
What requirement are needed to study teaching In South Africa ?
A bachelor’s degree is usually needed to become a teacher. It is also possible to study for a teaching diploma, which can be upgraded to a degree. Generally, one has to complete an approved teacher training programme and practical training
How many points are needed for teaching at Ukzn In South Africa ?
The basic qualification should include at least 32 credits at Level 6 for teaching a Senior Phase subject specialization and 64 credits (at least 32 credits at NQF Level 7) to teach a Further Education and Training subject specialization.
How can I become a teacher without a teaching degree In South Africa ?
To become a teacher if you didn’t major in education, in most states you will need to complete an alternative teacher preparation program. These programs typically must be approved by the state’s board of education and lead to a post-graduate certificate or a master’s degree plus licensure.
How long does it take to get a teaching certificate In South Africa ?
Teacher education programs may take 4 years to complete after which certification plans are prepared for a three year period. During this plan period, the teacher must obtain a Standard Certification within 1-2 years.
Can you become a teacher without a teaching degree in South Africa?
Anyone who qualifies can pursue any diploma teaching courses in South Africa at a vocational or teaching school. That is; if you would like only to teach children in Grade R, you can pursue a Diploma in Grade R teaching. You will need about 18 months to complete a teaching diploma in South Africa.
Where can I study teaching distance in South Africa?
The College of Education strives to be the first choice provider of high quality Open and Distance Learning (ODL) education programmes in Africa and a recognized centre of excellence internationally for teaching, research and community engagement that focuses on the initial preparation of teachers and the continuous ..