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BEd in Foundation Phase Teaching at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme trains students to teach children aged three to nine, specialising in Foundation Phase (Grades R to 3). Graduates gain diverse pedagogic skills to teach Home Language, First Additional Language, Mathematics and Life Skills, and to identify learning difficulties early and provide interventions.

Faculty: Faculty of Education  |  Duration: 4 years, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Home Language, First Additional Language, Mathematics and Life Skills teaching methodology for Grades R to 3, including English, Afrikaans and an indigenous African language modules in current language contexts.

Career pathways

Teachers and training officials at pre-primary or primary schools.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 28. NSC/IEB achievement level 4 (50-59%) in English Home Language or English First Additional Language; APS 28; Life Orientation excluded from APS. A valid police clearance certificate is recommended.

Duration: 4 years, full-time

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