Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching Life Orientation and Language
Study Discipline: Education & Teacher Training, Environmental Science
Study Programme Details
City: Pretoria
Country: South Africa
Admission Sessions: Summer Session
Study Format: Part Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Embark on a transformative educational journey with the Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching Life Orientation and Language at the University of South Africa (UNISA). This comprehensive qualification caters to educators in grades 7-10, integrating academic and educational subjects to prepare teachers for diverse career paths and further study. The program seeks to develop an integrated understanding of disciplinary, practical, pedagogical, and situational knowledge, fostering self-reflexivity, professional dispositions, and active citizenship among prospective teachers.
Overview
Dive into a rewarding educational experience with our Bachelor of Education program, specializing in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching Life Orientation and Language. This NQF level 7 program, with a qualification code 90104 – LOL, spans 480 credits, providing a solid foundation for your professional growth. Recognized by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) with an ID of 103108, our program allows flexibility with a maximum completion time of 10 years.
Admission Requirements
A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning,
or
a Senior Certificate (SC) with matriculation exemption or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning,
or
a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) level 4 with at least 60% in three fundamental subjects including the language of teaching and learning; 70% in four vocational subjects chosen from the NCV level 4 subjects. Subjects under the following categories are approved as eligible for a BEd degree: All official languages at First Additional Language level, Agriculture and Nature Conservation, Business, Commerce and Management Sciences Services, Education, Training and Development.
Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements should consider applying for a Higher Certificate in Education if they meet the statutory and additional requirements. The module MTE1501 must be successfully completed in the Higher Certificate
PLEASE NOTE: ONLY a Higher Certificate in Education (Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching) articulates into this programme.
Group A. Compulsory.
- BPT1501 – Being a Professional Teacher
- ENG1501 – Foundations in English Literary Studies
- ENG1502 – Foundations in English Language Studies
- PYC1501 – Basic Psychology
- PYC1502 – Psychology in Society
- TAM2601 – Teacher as manager
- TPS2601 – Teaching practice for Senior Phase I
Group B. LANGUAGES. Choose TWO of the following modules from the same language.
- AFK1501 – Voetspore: Op reis deur die Afrikaanse Letterkunde
- AFK1503 – Afrikaans Vandag: Taalkunde en skriftelike kommunikasie
- AFL1501 – Language Through an African Lens
- AFL1502 – African Language and Culture in Practice
- ARB1501 – Elementary Arabic
- FRC1501 – French Language and Culture: Beginners
- FRC1502 – French Language and Culture: Lower Intermediate Pre-requisite: FRC1501
- ICS1501 – An Introduction to Islam
- MAN1501 – Mandarin Chinese: Beginners
- MAN1502 – Mandarin Chinese: Elementary Level Pre-requisite: MAN1501
- PTU1501 – Portuguese Language and Culture: Beginners
- PTU1502 – Portuguese Language and Culture: Lower Intermediate Pre-requisite: PTU1501
Group C.. Language of Communicative Competence. Choose ONE module from the following (Must
- NOT be the same as Home or First Additional Language)
- AFK1505 – Afrikaans vir beginners
- NDE1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – IsiNdebele
- NSO1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – Sepedi
- SSO1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – Sesotho
- SWA1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – SiSwati
- TSO1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – Xitsonga
- TSW1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – Setswana
- VEN1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – Tshivenda
- XHO1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – IsiXhosa
- ZUL1507 – Applied African Language Communicative Competence for Second Additional Language – IsiZulu
For more information, please visit respective university web page link.
Future Career Outcomes
Witness the tangible impact of your education through real-world success stories. Our alumni have excelled in shaping educational policies, making significant contributions to the community, and thriving in diverse career paths. The program aligns seamlessly with industry demands, ensuring that our graduates possess the skills demanded by the evolving job market.
Related Career Pathways
Career Guidance Counselor, Educational Researcher, Language Specialist, Life Orientation Educator, Youth Development Officer
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