Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching Mathematics Literacy and Financial Accounting

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Bachelor's degree

Study Discipline: Arts & Humanities, Business Administration, Education & Teacher Training

Study Programme Details

City: Pretoria

Country: South Africa

Admission Sessions: Summer Session

Study Format: Part Time

Mode of Study: Fully on Site

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Programme Type

Bachelor's degree

Duration

120 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Embark on a transformative journey with the Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training, specializing in Mathematics Literacy and Financial Accounting at the University of South Africa (UNISA). This dynamic BEd degree opens doors to a world of educational possibilities, equipping you to inspire and shape young minds from Grades 7 to 12.

Immerse yourself in a program structured for excellence, offering a unique blend of Maths Literacy and Financial Accounting. As part of the curriculum, Teaching Practice is a compulsory component, ensuring hands-on experience aligned with specific criteria every year. This includes a five-week practical requirement annually, with three consecutive weeks dedicated to practical application.

UNISA’s commitment to academic and professional development is reflected in the incorporation of both semester and year modules. Ensure to register year modules during the January registration period of each academic year. Moreover, from the first year of BEd registration, students are required to register with SACE (South African Council for Educators), enhancing their professional standing. For more information on SACE registration

The transition from the non-aligned BEd to aligned BEd comes with approved transitional arrangements unique to this degree and stream. Note that these arrangements are not transferable to any other qualification or stream. It is vital for students to register the relevant Teaching Methodology concurrently with the applicable Teaching Practice module at each registration stage. UNISA retains the right to cancel any teaching practice module not registered concurrently with the relevant teaching methodology.

As part of this progressive program, some pre-requisites and/or co-requisites outlined in the qualification may not apply, as they do not form part of the curriculum. Additionally, SPE1507 has been replaced by NSO1507, with students who have passed the SPE modules exempt from the NSO modules.

Overview

Unlock your potential with UNISA’s Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training, specializing in Mathematics Literacy and Financial Accounting (Qualification Code: 90104 – MFA). This NQF Level 7 qualification, comprising 480 credits, is your gateway to a fulfilling career in education.

With an Acceptance Points Score (APS/AS) of 23, you have a maximum of 10 years to complete this comprehensive program. This qualification is identified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) with ID 103108.

Crafted to meet the evolving needs of the education sector, this program not only provides theoretical knowledge but also ensures practical application through Teaching Practice. The curriculum is designed to align with industry demands, preparing you to excel in the dynamic field of education.

Admission Requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and at least 50% in Mathematics,
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 and at least E Mathematics (HG) or D Mathematics (SG),
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
BTE2601 – Becoming a Teacher
DSC1520 – Quantitative Modelling I
FAC1501 – Introductory Financial Accounting
FAC1601 – Financial Accounting and Reporting Pre-requisite: FAC1502
STA1501 – Descriptive Statistics and Probability
STA1502 – Statistical Inference I Co-requisite: STA1501
TAM2601 – Teacher as manager
TPS2601 – Teaching practice for Senior Phase I

Group B.. 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

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Future Career Outcomes

Witness the success stories of our alumni who have excelled in various fields, from shaping young minds in classrooms to influencing educational policies. This program not only imparts subject-specific knowledge but also cultivates essential skills such as critical thinking, communication, and adaptability.

In a rapidly evolving job market, the skills acquired through this program are in high demand. Employers value the combination of subject expertise and pedagogical skills, making our graduates sought-after professionals in the education sector.