Programme overview
This programme 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.
The FP programme emphasizes hands-on classroom competencies and the development and design of teaching and learning materials.
A new state-of-the art Foundation Phase building was built at the university’s Missionvale Campus and, as from 2017, all Foundation Phase students receive tuition at the Missionvale Campus.
School based learning (SBL)
In order to meet the requirements of the Foundation Phase qualification, all students are required to spend dedicated, supervised time in schools. This is a compulsory component of the B Ed programme.
Students are introduced to school based classroom experiences throughout their course, as academic and experiential learning are seamlessly blended to provide a holistic approach to teacher preparation.
Admission Requirements
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Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met.
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An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 350.
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An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 365.
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NSC achievement rating of at least 45% for Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy or Technical Mathematics .
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English (Home Language or First Additional Language) AND Afrikaans or isiXhosa (Home Language or First Additional Language).
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The Faculty may call candidates for admission interviews before final acceptance into the programme.
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The completion of this qualification could lead to students furthering their Higher Education access by registering for an Honours degree.
Important dates
Prospective candidates are advised to apply for admission to the Nelson Mandela University and the B Ed programme well in advance, i.e. from April of the year preceding their first year of study.
Closing date for 2025 applications: 30 September 2024
Closing date for NSFAS loans: ± 30 November 2024
Registration of admitted students: ± 31 January 2025 (approx.)
Financial information & bursaries
Before registering as a student, you need to determine whether or not you will have sufficient funds to finance your studies. In addition to the actual course/module fees, you should also provide for books, equipment, transport, accommodation and general living expenses.
More detailed information can be obtained from:
http://www.nmmu.ac.za/Apply/Funding-your-studies/General-Financial-information
Nelson Mandela University offers financial assistance to full-time students in the form of bursaries, merit awards, scholarships and study loans. Assistance is based on financial need as well as academic excellence and sporting achievements. These awards will not necessarily cover all costs, and cannot be granted to all candidates who apply.
The university also provides financial assistance in collaboration with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) for financially needy students. More detailed information can be obtained from: http://finaid.nmmu.ac.za/
Funza Lushaka Bursaries
The Department of Basic Education provides a number of Funza Lushaka service-obligation bursaries (± R74 000.00) to Education students annually. Strict criteria and conditions apply. Bursaries are awarded on grounds of academic merit and specialisation in priority areas identified by DBE.
· Only students who have already been provisionally admitted or admitted into the B Ed programme can apply.
· The Department of Basic Education will only consider registered students for selection.
Apply on-line at: http://www.funzalushaka.doe.gov.za
Enquiries may be directed to:
Ms Muriel Geswint
Bursary Administrator: Faculty of Education
Tel : 041 504 2387
Email: funzalushaka@mandela.ac.za