Education & Teaching Careers | Qualifications & Study Paths

Career overview

Understand the field before choosing a qualification.

01 · The field

What is Education & Teaching?

Education & Teaching includes classroom teaching, curriculum development, educational support, training, e-learning and academic work. Educators do more than present information: they plan learning, assess progress, support different learner needs and help create effective learning environments.

02 · Career possibilities

Where could this field take you?

Foundation Phase Teacher
Intermediate Phase Teacher
Senior Phase or FET Teacher
Special Needs Educator
TVET Lecturer
University Lecturer
Curriculum Developer
Education Administrator
Educational Technology Specialist
Online Tutor or e-Learning Facilitator

Study pathways

Choose a study route that matches the career you actually want.

Qualification names and admission rules differ between institutions. Use these as common study routes, then check the exact programme before applying.

Typical qualifications

Study routes to explore

Bachelor of Education (BEd) in the appropriate teaching phase or specialisation
An appropriate bachelor’s degree followed by a recognised professional teaching qualification such as a PGCE, where applicable
Specialised postgraduate study for areas such as educational leadership, curriculum or educational psychology
Relevant postgraduate qualifications for many university lecturing and academic careers

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Alternative entry

Other ways to build your path

Tutoring and educational support work can build experience, but do not replace the professional qualification required for school teaching.
Students with an existing academic degree may have a postgraduate teaching route if their subjects and qualification meet programme requirements.

Prepare at school

Build the subjects and skills that support this field.

The subjects below are helpful, not universal admission requirements. Always check the current requirements of the qualification and institution you plan to apply to.

Helpful school subjects

Languages
The school subjects you may want to teach
Mathematics, when relevant to your teaching area
Life Sciences or Physical Sciences, when relevant
History, Geography or other humanities, when relevant

Skills to develop

Communication and explanation
Patience and empathy
Planning and organisation
Leadership
Assessment and feedback

Before you apply

Compare admission requirements across institutions.
Check whether the programme is recognised for your intended career.
Confirm application dates, costs and funding options.
Check for portfolios, auditions, licences or professional-registration steps where relevant.

Why consider it?

What this career field can offer.

Direct impact on learners and communities

Many teaching specialisations

Opportunities in schools, colleges and digital learning

Pathways into leadership and curriculum roles

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