BEd Honours in STEM Education (Mathematics Education) at University of Johannesburg

Programme overview

The BEd Honours (STEM) is an NQF Level 8 qualification (120 credits, SAQA 101494) that prepares students for research-based postgraduate study in STEM education, deepening expertise in Science and Technology Education and developing education research capacity, including designing and implementing research for the educational community.

Faculty: Faculty of Education | Duration: 1 Year Full-Time and 2 Years Part-Time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Specialisation in Mathematics Education within STEM education, with a research component.

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Entry requirements

A four-year Bachelor of Education degree with Education and Mathematics/Science/Technology as majors, or a general NQF Level 7 first degree with Mathematics/Science/Technology as a major plus a 120-credit NQF Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Education, or a four-year professional teaching qualification plus an Advanced Diploma in a cognate sub-field of Education. For ICT Innovation in Education, a general NQF Level 7 first degree plus a 120-credit NQF Level 7 Advanced Diploma in Education in any subject is accepted. Selection may include personal or panel interviews and written submissions, considering previous academic achievement, personal and interpersonal skills, teamwork and research potential. A minimum of 60% in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy (or equivalent) at second-year level is required for the Mathematics Education endorsement.

Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026

Duration: 1 Year Full-Time and 2 Years Part-Time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/postgraduate/

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