BEd (Foundation Phase Teaching / Intermediate Phase Teaching) at University of Fort Hare

The BEd in Intermediate Phase teaching is an initial teaching qualification intended to develop qualified classroom teachers in the Intermediate Phase in schools.

Nurture commitment to the ideals of the teaching profession and an understanding of teaching as a profession.

Minimum Requirements

Matric pass meeting requirements for Bachelor’s degree

Subject Requirements

English Home Language / Xhosa Home Language / Afrikaans Home Language
English FAL / Xhosa FAL / Afrikaans FAL
Mathematics Literacy or Mathematics
Life Orientation
Any other 3 subjects
designated 20-credit subjects

What is teaching in the foundation phase?

Foundation Phase Teachers (FPT) do a lot of administrative work which includes preparing lessons, exams, writing reports, marking, etc.

Sports and cultural activities are important throughout this phase so FPT’s might be asked to help as part of the work program.

What are the 3 Foundation Phase subjects?

This program provides prospective teachers with knowledge of the three subject areas (literacy, numeracy, and life skills) as well as the skills to integrate these subjects into their teaching and learning practices.

How much does a foundation phase teacher earn?

Salary Range: a Foundation Phase Teacher (FPT) can expect an average starting salary of R 138 260. The highest salaries can exceed R 320 990.

What makes a good foundation phase teacher?

A passion for Teaching. The ability to nurture, guide, and mentor your students.

The ability to transfer your knowledge in a manner that all of your students can understand.

The ability to create a classroom environment in which all of your students feel safe and can excel.