<p class="" data-start="40" data-end="114"><strong data-start="40" data-end="114"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">UNISA Bridging Courses for Teaching (2025/2026): A Comprehensive Guide</span></span>

<p class="" data-start="116" data-end="658"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Embarking on a teaching career through the University of South Africa (UNISA) offers a flexible and accessible pathway, especially for those who may not meet the direct entry requirements for a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree. UNISA provides bridging courses designed to equip aspiring educators with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for success in the teaching profession. This guide delves into the available bridging courses, eligibility criteria, application process, and funding options for the 2025/2026 academic year. </span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">UNISA Bridging Courses for Teaching 2025/2026</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="665" data-end="714"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">What Are UNISA Bridging Courses for Teaching?</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="716" data-end="1060"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">UNISA's bridging courses serve as preparatory programs aimed at individuals who wish to pursue a teaching qualification but do not meet the standard admission requirements. These courses are structured to provide essential academic skills and subject-specific knowledge, facilitating a smoother transition into formal teacher training programs.</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="1067" data-end="1120"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Core Modules in UNISA's Teaching Bridging Courses</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="1122" data-end="1214"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">UNISA offers a comprehensive set of modules categorized into compulsory and elective groups:</span></span>

<h4 class="" data-start="1216" data-end="1252"><strong data-start="1221" data-end="1252"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Group A: Compulsory Modules</span></span></h4>
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<p class="" data-start="1256" data-end="1302"><strong data-start="1256" data-end="1267"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">AFL1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Language Through an African Lens</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1306" data-end="1348"><strong data-start="1306" data-end="1317"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">BPT1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Being a Professional Teacher</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1352" data-end="1398"><strong data-start="1352" data-end="1363"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">CAD1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Child and Adolescent Development</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1402" data-end="1449"><strong data-start="1402" data-end="1413"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">DPP1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Diversity, Pedagogy, and Practice</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1453" data-end="1519"><strong data-start="1453" data-end="1464"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">EST1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Academic Proficiency in English for Student Teachers</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1686" data-end="1735"><strong data-start="1686" data-end="1697"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">PSC1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Practical Science for the Classroom</span></span>

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<h4 class="" data-start="1737" data-end="1810"><strong data-start="1742" data-end="1810"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Group B: Elective Modules (Choose 2 from the same subject field)</span></span></h4>
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<p class="" data-start="1813" data-end="1843"><strong data-start="1813" data-end="1824"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">ATH1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Art and Handwork</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1846" data-end="1910"><strong data-start="1846" data-end="1857"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">GCS1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Guidance, Counseling, and Life Skills Development</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="1913" data-end="1959"><strong data-start="1913" data-end="1924"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">GRT1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Introduction to Grade R Teaching</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2018" data-end="2058"><strong data-start="2018" data-end="2029"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">MTE1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Mathematics 1 for Teachers</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2061" data-end="2101"><strong data-start="2061" data-end="2072"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">MTE1502</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Mathematics 2 for Teachers</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2104" data-end="2145"><strong data-start="2104" data-end="2115"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">SCC1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Science for the Classroom 1</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2148" data-end="2189"><strong data-start="2148" data-end="2159"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">SCC1502</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Science for the Classroom 2</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2192" data-end="2236"><strong data-start="2192" data-end="2203"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">TEC1501</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Technology 1 for the Classroom</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2239" data-end="2283"><strong data-start="2239" data-end="2250"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">TEC1502</span></span> <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> &ndash; Technology 2 for the Classroom</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2285" data-end="2441"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">These modules are designed to provide a well-rounded foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of teaching .</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="2448" data-end="2493"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Eligibility Criteria for Bridging Courses</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="2495" data-end="2546"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">To enroll in UNISA's bridging courses for teaching:</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2550" data-end="2674"><strong data-start="2550" data-end="2568"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">New Applicants</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Must apply online during the prescribed application period and receive an offer of placement from UNISA.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2677" data-end="2822"><strong data-start="2677" data-end="2703"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Current UNISA Students</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Can register for bridging courses if they have received an offer for a new qualification and have accepted it online.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2825" data-end="2929"><strong data-start="2825" data-end="2852"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Re-registering Students</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : May register for the 2025 academic year once the registration period opens.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="2931" data-end="3104"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">It's important to note that students are allowed to register for a maximum of 60 credits per semester or 120 credits per academic year .</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="3111" data-end="3134"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Application Process</span></span></h3>
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<p class="" data-start="3139" data-end="3233"><strong data-start="3139" data-end="3161"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Online Application</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Visit UNISA's official website and navigate to the application portal.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="3237" data-end="3324"><strong data-start="3237" data-end="3273"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Select Short Learning Programmes</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Choose the bridging course you wish to apply for.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="3328" data-end="3414"><strong data-start="3328" data-end="3356"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Provide Personal Details</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Complete the application form with accurate information.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="3418" data-end="3532"><strong data-start="3418" data-end="3449"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Upload Supporting Documents</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : Submit all required documents, including academic transcripts and identification.</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="3536" data-end="3750"><strong data-start="3536" data-end="3558"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Await Confirmation</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : UNISA will assess your application and, if successful, send a "Temporarily Registered" (TP) letter via email, detailing the next steps and any fees due .</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="3757" data-end="3776"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Funding Options</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="3778" data-end="4174"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">While bridging courses are not covered by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), as they are considered short courses, students can apply for NSFAS funding once they gain entry into a formal teaching qualification program. NSFAS provides financial aid to underprivileged students pursuing higher education at public institutions, including UNISA.</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="4181" data-end="4217"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Alternative Preparatory Pathways</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="4219" data-end="4268"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">For those seeking additional preparatory options:</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="4272" data-end="4715"><strong data-start="4272" data-end="4366"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Higher Certificate in Education (Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching)</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : This qualification is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills needed for success in UNISA's Bachelor of Education program. It covers areas like Open Distance Learning (ODL) study skills, basic teaching skills, and subject-specific knowledge relevant to the chosen teaching phase .</span></span>

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<p class="" data-start="4719" data-end="5020"><strong data-start="4719" data-end="4753"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">University Preparation Courses</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> : UNISA offers various university preparation courses in subjects like English, Afrikaans, and Mathematics. These courses can be highly beneficial if you need to strengthen your academic foundation in these core areas before entering a teaching qualification program.</span></span>

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<h3 class="" data-start="5027" data-end="5041"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Conclusion</span></span></h3>
<p class="" data-start="5043" data-end="5518"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">UNISA's bridging courses for teaching provide a valuable opportunity for individuals aiming to enter the teaching profession but lacking the necessary academic qualifications. By completing these courses, students can build a solid foundation in education, enhancing their prospects for success in formal teacher training programs. For more detailed information and to begin the application process, visit UNISA's official website: </span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">www.unisa.ac.za</span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> .</span></span>