The Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching (Humanities) at Walter Sisulu University is a four-year degree offered at both the Mthatha and Komani campuses. It prepares educators to teach History and Geography within Grades 7 to 12 classrooms, combining deep subject content knowledge with educational theory and substantial school-based practical experience. In the South African schooling landscape, well-qualified Humanities teachers play a vital role in developing learners' civic literacy, spatial understanding, and critical historical thinking — competencies essential for active participation in a democratic society.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Any other African Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
History: 50–59% (Level 4)
Geography: 50–59% (Level 4)
Any other three subjects totalling 8 APS
APS: 24
Humanities Teacher (History and Geography, Grades 7–12) – Teach History and Geography at secondary schools, contributing to critically needed subject expertise in underserved Eastern Cape schools.
Social Science Curriculum Developer – Design and review History and Geography learning programmes, textbooks, and assessments for provincial departments or educational publishers.
Heritage and Museum Education Officer – Develop educational programmes for museums, heritage sites, and archives, translating historical content for diverse SA audiences.
Subject Adviser (Humanities) – Support History and Geography teachers across school districts as a DBE subject adviser, improving subject methodology and learner outcomes.
Community Development Researcher – Apply geographic and historical knowledge to community development projects, town planning, or land restitution processes in partnership with municipalities and NGOs.
