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ProgrammeA-Level entryEducation & Teaching3 years (post-diploma) / 4 years (post-'A' Level)

Bachelor of Education (Honours) Junior Education (options: Visual and Performing Arts, Languages, Social Science, Science, Mathematics)

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Entry level
A-Level entry
Field of study
Education & Teaching
Duration
3 years (post-diploma) / 4 years (post-'A' Level)
Institution
University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

At least 5 'O' Level passes including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject; AND at least 2 'A' Level passes in relevant subjects, OR a Diploma in Education or other relevant qualification under the National Qualifications Framework.

Pathfinder cannot check this against your results automatically, so read it carefully or ask the admissions office.

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About this programme

Prepares teachers for the junior school years, when children build the foundations of reading, numeracy and learning habits. You study how children develop and learn, how to plan and teach lessons, and how to assess progress, and you specialise in one of five options (Visual and Performing Arts, Languages, Social Science, Science or Mathematics) with teaching practice in schools. Suits patient, creative people who enjoy working with young children. Teaching practice is a major part of the degree, and graduates serve primary schools across Zimbabwe.

What you will study

Child development and learning theory; teaching methods; curriculum studies; assessment; classroom management; subject specialisation; inclusive education; teaching practice.

Further study and pathways

MEd or MSc Education; promotion to head or education-officer roles; teacher registration and continuing development.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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