Secondary Education (Honours) University of Namibia

Overview

Following Namibian Independence in 1990, the new Ministry responsible for Education and Culture articulated the general goals of Namibian Education, i.e. access, equity, quality and democracy. In response to these goals and new socio-economic order of Namibia, the School of Education introduced a four-year Bachelor of Education programme. 

This Secondary Education (Honours) programme from University of Namibia is designed to prepare teachers who would competently handle the NSSC/H paradigm. In this regard, candidates are provided with sufficient subject content as well as professional (educational Modules), which assists them in acquiring a wide range of necessary knowledge and skills.

Objectives Of The Four-Year B.Ed Degree Include The Following:

• to extend the capacity for independent thinking, creativity and further study;
• to strengthen the foundations in educational theory, practice, instructional strategies and assessment;
• develop the student-teacher’s mastery of school teaching subjects;
• provide opportunities for practical school-based experiences;
• prepare teachers for positive involvement and/or development at school, community and national levels; and
• to increase awareness of the need and opportunities for life-long personal and professional growth.