SANTS Courses Offered in 2025
List of SANTS Courses Offered in 2025. In the 2025 application, the SANTS has outlined the various courses that students can take. These courses are well-structured and guided to help students reach their maximum academic and professional potential. The SANTS Courses provide not only academic knowledge but also foster personal growth and critical thinking. The choice of courses plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual’s career path and worldview. In this article, we will delve into a curated list of SANTS Courses that go beyond traditional boundaries, offering unique perspectives and preparing students to tackle the challenges of the modern world.
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Lists of SANTS Courses Offered in 2025
1. Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching
The Bachelor of Education degree equips students to become qualified Foundation Phase teachers (Grade R to 3). The purpose of the Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching qualification is to develop resourceful, adaptable, pedagogically flexible, knowledgeable, proactive, reflective teachers specifically for Foundation Phase teaching and learning and with the South African contexts and realities in mind. To this end, you will become competent in educational theory, the context of education, schools and classrooms, the requisite disciplinary knowledge, and pedagogical content knowledge essential for Foundation Phase teaching and learning. You will develop a thorough understanding of the holistic development of the child from birth as well as the educational and ecological contexts and issues that shape children’s learning and experience of school.
The degree is presented at the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Exit Level 7 with minimum total credits of 480, earned over a minimum of four years. The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has approved and recognised the degree and placed the qualification on REQV 14. The programme has been accredited by the Council on Higher Education; accreditation no: H/PR148/E011CAN. Furthermore, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) registered the degree; qualification ID: 112484.
2. Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching
The Bachelor of Education degree equips students to become qualified Intermediate Phase teachers (Grade 4 to 7). The purpose of the Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching qualification is to develop resourceful, adaptable, pedagogically flexible, knowledgeable, proactive, reflective teachers specifically for Intermediate Phase teaching and learning and with South African contexts and realities in mind. To this end, you will become competent in educational theory, the context of education, schools and classrooms, the requisite disciplinary knowledge, and pedagogical content knowledge essential for Intermediate Phase teaching and learning. You will develop a thorough understanding of the holistic development of the child from birth, as well as the educational and ecological contexts and issues that shape children’s learning and experience of school.
The Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching degree is presented at the NQF Exit Level 7 with minimum total credits of 480, earned over a minimum period of four years. The Department of Higher Education and Training approved and recognised the degree and placed the qualification on a REQV 14. The programme has been accredited by the Council on Higher Education; accreditation no: H/PR148/E012CAN. Furthermore, the degree is registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) with ID: 112486.
3. Diploma in Grade R Teaching
The Diploma equips students to become qualified Grade R teachers (Grade R). The purpose of the Diploma in Grade R Teaching is to provide for the needs of Grade R practitioners currently employed in the field. The diploma aims to develop resourceful, adaptable, pedagogically flexible, knowledgeable, proactive, and reflective teachers, specifically for Grade R teaching and learning within the South African contexts and realities. To this end, student teachers will become competent in educational theory and acquire the requisite disciplinary and pedagogical content knowledge essential for Grade R teaching and learning. Students will develop a thorough understanding of the holistic development of the child from birth, as well as an understanding of the ecological contexts and issues that shape children’s learning and experiences of school. Furthermore, this qualification serves as the articulation for existing Grade R practitioners who have been absorbed into the schooling system, to upgrade their qualifications in line with the minimum requirements for Grade R Teachers.
The Diploma in Grade R Teaching programme allows for vertical articulation only. The articulation provides teachers, who do not meet the requirements for entry into the Bachelor of Education programme, with the opportunity to proceed into a Bachelor of Education in the Foundation Phase Teaching programme. Teachers will receive recognition of their prior learning or recognition of cognate modules completed in their Diploma, upon application to the degree programme, up to 134 credits attained during their study in the Diploma programme.
The completed Diploma in Grade R Teaching qualification will be recognised for Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT), towards the Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching programme. The Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching programme will increase the teachers’ chances of gaining employment in the public school sector.
The Diploma in Grade R Teaching is presented on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) exit Level 6 with minimum total credits of 360, earned over a minimum of three years. The Department of Higher Education and Training has approved and recognised this diploma, placing the qualification on a REQV 13. The programme is accredited by the Council on Higher Education; accreditation no. H/PR148/E013CAN. Furthermore, the diploma is registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) with ID: 112487.
SANTS Courses are more than just a means to an end of academic excellence, they are opportunities for personal growth. The SANTS Courses mentioned above transcend traditional academic boundaries, offering students a chance to engage with timeless ideas, diverse cultures, pressing global issues, and essential skills. These courses not only prepare students for their chosen careers but also shape them into well-rounded individuals ready to navigate the complexities of the world.