Programmes

Subject to the provision of General Regulation 00.0 and 20.00 (General Regulation for Degree Programmes) and the Faculty of Education Special Regulation 10.30, the following Departmental Special Regulations shall apply:

General Provision

1. The BEAD is normally a four-year single major degree programme.  All students are required to take Core Courses, General Education Courses (GEC), Electives and Optional Courses as defined in General Regulation 00.212
2. Progression from semester to semester will be as per General Regulation 00.9.for full time and 00.312 for part-time candidates
3. The normal workload for a full time student shall be as stipulated in General Regulation 00.611 for the part-time will be as per regulation 00.312.
4. The award of the degree shall be as stipulated in General Regulation 00.851. 11.25: At the end of level 200, the students will undergo Internship of four weeks and another 4 weeks at the end of level 300. The Internship is an integral component of BEAD training and it is a requirement for the award of a degree.

Entry Requirements

Subject to the provision of General Regulation 00.0 and 20.00 (General Regulation for Degree Programmes) and the Faculty of Education Special Regulation 10.30, the following Departmental Special Regulations shall apply:

Pre-Service applicants must have:     

1. At least three credits in the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or its equivalent with at least a C or better in English Language. Applicants enter at Level 100.

In-Service applicants must have:

1. Teaching Certificate or Diploma in Primary/Secondary Education 
2. Applicants with Teaching Certificate enter at Level 100.
3. Applicants with Diploma in Primary /Secondary Education as non-Art specialists enter at Level 200.
4. Applicants with Diploma in Primary /Secondary Education as art specialists enter at Level 300.
5. Applicants with Certificate in Visual Arts from recognised institutions enter at Level 200.
6. Applicants with Diploma in Visual Arts from recognised institutions enter at Level 300.

LEVEL 100: Semester 1       (15-18 credits)

AED 101: Foundations and Critical Studies in Art Education (3 credits)
AED 102: Fibre Arts and Crafts and Pedagogy (3 credits)
COM 111: Communications and Academic Literacy Skills I (3 credits)
ICT 121: Computer Skills Fundamentals 1(3 credits)
EFP 100: Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 credits)

LEVEL 100: Semester 2       (15-18 credits)

AED 103: Gallery and Museum Education (3 credits)
AED 104: Technology in Art and Design Education (3 credits)
AED 105: Artistic Fabric Design and Pedagogy (3 credits)
ICT 122: Computer Skills Fundamentals 2 (2 credits)
COM 112: Communication and Academic literacy Skills 2 (3 credits)
EFP 100: Introduction to Educational Psychology (3 credits)
EPE 109: Introduction to Education for Sustainable Development (3 credits)

LEVEL 200: Semester 1       (15-18 credits)

AED  201: Print Making and Pedagogy (4 credits)
AED  202: Media for Experiential Learning (3 credits)
EFF 220: Historical, Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education

Elective Course (3 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

PHR267: Teaching Physical Education In Pre and Primary Schools (2 credits)
FCS 205: Introduction to Textiles (3 credits)
EPP 217: Introduction to Philosophy of Music and Fundamentals of Music (4 credits)
ECE 202: Play and Creativity in Early Childhood (3 credits)
EPL 222: Literacy Across the Curriculum (3 credits)
EPE 215: Fundamental Issues in Developmental Psychology (3 credits)
LME 203: Theories and practice of educational leadership

LEVEL 200: Semester 2       (15-18 credits)

AED 203: Arts, Culture and Education 93 credits)
AED 204: Health and Safety in the Art and Design Classroom   (3 credits)
LME 201: Classroom Management Theory and Practice (3 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

EPS 201: Theories and Practice of Values in Education (3 credits)
EPI 225: Environmental Policies, Issues and Education for Sustainable Development (3 credits)
FCS 211: Introduction to Interior Design (3 credits)
FCS 102:  Introduction to Nutrition (3 credits)
FCS 209: Technology and Creative Sewing (3 credits)
FCS 210:  Foundations of Food Preparation (3 credits)
EPP 218: Listening, Composing and Performing (4 credits)
EPE 217: Human Growth and Development (3 credits)
LME 206: Introduction to Educational Planning (3 credits)
EPM 211: Teaching number system in the primary school (3 credits)

LEVEL 300: Semester 1       (15-18 credits)

AED 301: Curriculum Design in Art and Design Education (3 credits)     
AED 302: Malleable Media Construction and Pedagogy (4 credits)     
AED 303: Theories of Artistic Development (3 credits)     
EFS 250: Diagnostic Teaching in Basic Skills for Students with Special Needs (3 credits)   

Optional Courses (choose one):

FCS 303: Apparel Production Processes (3 credits)     
ENG 327: Practical Theatre (3 credits)     
EPP 327: Introduction to Ethnomusicology (4 credits)
EPI 320: Learning Experiences and Material Development (3 credits)     
EPI 334: Infusing Environment Education in the Curriculum (3 credits)     
LME 303: Strategic Planning & Leadership in Education (3 credits)

LEVEL 300: Semester 2       (15-18 credits)

LME 302: Introduction to Educational Research (3 credits)
AED 304: Integrative Approaches to Teaching the Arts (3 credits)
EDT 310: Instructional Materials (3 credits)
EFH 305: Teaching Guidance and Counselling in Schools and other Settings (3 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

EPP 328: Teaching Methods in Music Education (4 credits)
LME 300: Action Research (3 credits)
LME 301: Leadership Styles & Organisational Behaviour (3 credits)
FCS 310:  Nutrition in the Lifespan (3 credits)
EDT 310: Instructional Materials (3 credits)

LEVEL 400: Semester 1       (15-18 credits)

AED 401: Professional Practice in Art and Design Education (4 credits)
AED 402: Contemporary Issues and Practices in Art and Design Education (3 credits)
EPE 442: Research Project (3 credits)

Elective Course (3 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

EPP 447: Basic Instrumental skills (4 credits)  
EPI 442: Environmental Conservation Strategies I (3 credits)
PHR400: Track and Field Athletics (2 credits)
PHR424: Movement and Creative Dance Technique (2 credits)
FCS 408: Fashion, Culture and Society (3 credits) 
EFS 240: Curriculum and Instructional Methods for Students with Mild to moderate Retardation (3 credits)
EFS 351: Career Education for Students with Learning Difficulties (3 credits)
LME 402: Contemporary Issues in Educational Management (3 credits)

LEVEL 400: Semester 2       (15-18 credits)

AED 403: Art and Design Education and Entrepreneurship (4 credits)
BFA 415: Drama in Education (3 credits)
LME 406: Policy Development, Analysis, Implementation and Evaluation in Education (3 credits)

Elective Course (3 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

EPP 449: Movement in Music Education (4 credits)
PHR414: Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries Experiences for Young Children (2 credits)
PHR407: Motor Development and Movement (2 credits)
FCS 415: Tailoring Techniques (3 credits)
PHR301: Gymnastics and Body Management Skills (2 credits)
PHR309: Adapted Physical Education 1 (2 credits)