The Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching (Mathematics, Science and Technology) at Walter Sisulu University is a four-year degree offered at both the Mthatha and Komani campuses. It trains graduates to teach Mathematics and Physical Sciences or Life Sciences in Grades 7 to 12, directly addressing the chronic shortage of qualified Maths and Science teachers that has persistently undermined South Africa's matric pass rates and science pipeline. The programme provides rigorous subject content knowledge alongside pedagogical methodology, assessment skills, and extended workplace-based practice to produce classroom-ready teachers.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Any other African Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 50–59% (Level 4)
Life Sciences: 50–59% (Level 4) OR Physical Sciences: 50–59% (Level 4)
Any other two subjects totalling 8 APS
APS: 24
Mathematics and Science Teacher (Grades 7–12) – Teach Mathematics and Physical Sciences or Life Sciences at public and independent schools, directly addressing South Africa’s most critical teacher shortage.
STEM Education Facilitator – Run mathematics and science enrichment programmes for learners through organisations such as the MTN Science Centre, Sci-Bono, or provincial math olympiad structures.
Subject Adviser (Mathematics or Science) – Support and coach mathematics and science teachers across school circuits as a DBE or WCED subject adviser, improving systemic learner performance.
Science Outreach Coordinator – Develop and deliver school science engagement programmes for universities, research councils, or science communication organisations such as the DSI.
Curriculum Specialist (STEM) – Design mathematics and science learning materials, digital resources, and assessment tools for publishers, EdTech platforms, or government curriculum units.
