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To become a University Lecturer, one would need to be in possession of a Ph.D. or an equivalent research-based doctorate in the subject area one would lecture in.
In time one may progress to a more senior position within the Resident Academic stream. There are four grades starting from Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor and Professor.
One can also become an Assistant Lecturer with a Master qualification (MQF Level 7) and would have been accepted for or already in the process of achieving their Ph.D.
Qualifiations awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
Knowledge and skills
University and Higher Education Lecturers are expected to have:
• Proficiency and the ability to keep up-to-date in the subject area of lecturing
• The ability to adapt teaching style to suit students
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Research skills
• Presentation skills
• A commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Knowledge of ethics in education
• Knowledge of quality standards in education
• Class management skills
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in English
• IT skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills • Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and
adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• Leadership skills
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A passion for and commitment to teaching • An interest in students’ learning
• Creativity
• Critical thinking skills
• Enthusiasm
• Flexibility
• Networking skills
• Patience
• Strong willed
• The ability to maintain order and discipline
Related career opportunities
• Other Teaching Professional
• Personnel and Career Professionals
• Rector
• Research Analyst
• Secondary Education Teacher
• Training and Staff Development Professional
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