Students graduate with the knowledge, skills and applied competencies for employability and further specialisation study, in support of the principles of life-long learning.
Teachers play a vital role in shaping future generations as they sculpt our leaders of tomorrow. The Faculty of Education is dedicated to and focused on preparing young, dynamic and skilled future teachers for a lifelong and successful career in education. Emeris undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications equip a new generation of teachers for the 21st century classroom. Innovation in teaching methods and setting trends in education, is what sets Emeris apart. Our qualified, professional and experienced Faculty of Education team is passionate about establishing and nurturing a thorough grounding in the key disciplines of each teaching phase.
Throughout their degree, aspiring student teachers are mentored by this professional team. What is important to note is that each year of Emeris' BEd qualifications has a Teaching Experience component. This critical component exposes students to diverse educational settings which ensures that they develop the practical skills essential for excellence in teaching. It also includes an element of service-learning which gives the students the unique opportunity to demonstrate their civic responsibilities.
Welcome to the Faculty of Education at Emeris.
We recognise both the privilege and the responsibility of shaping professionals in education who will drive positive change across education and society. Our mission is to develop adaptable, empathetic, and forward-thinking graduates who are capable professionals, prepared to meet the evolving demands of South Africa and the world.
Susan Friederichs Van Harmelen
Dean: Faculty of Education
Teaching Experience (TE) involves placing student teachers in South African school environments where they engage in structured, practical learning and apply their theoretical knowledge in real classroom settings. This school-based Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) component is a critical requirement in all Faculty of Education qualifications.
*Please note that the above is subject to change
Small class sizes ensure meaningful engagement between students and lecturers.
Graduates are professionally qualified and equipped to enter the profession or pursue further specialisation.
Through our qualifications, students build the knowledge, skills, and applied competencies, grounded in innovative teaching methods, and strong disciplinary learning, needed for employability and further specialisation in the 21st-century educational landscape.
Students follow a well-rounded journey that blends real-world exposure, community engagement, and ongoing support—building practical confidence, professional networks, and a strong sense of civic responsibility.
At Emeris there are programmes you can study in-person on campus (Contact) or remotely (Distance)
The Faculty of Education at Emeris fosters a culture of inquiry and academic excellence. Our research explores the evolving landscape of education, addressing contemporary opportunities across the broader education ecosystem in South Africa and beyond.
An educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education
Formed by the strategic evolution of The IIE's Varsity College, IIE MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
