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JMN Polytechnic crestJoshua Mqabuko Nkomo
Polytechnic

Teacher Education

Diploma in Education: Secondary Sciences

Become a subject specialist teaching sciences in secondary schools.

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Why study this course

Why study Diploma in Education: Secondary Sciences?

Zimbabwe needs more teachers who can make science, mathematics and technology come alive. This diploma trains you to specialise in a subject and teach it at secondary level, with practical laboratory skills and modern teaching methods.

A teacher writing on a chalkboard in a classroom Diploma in Education: Secondary Sciences

Opportunities and careers

Where it can take you

These are examples of the kind of work graduates of this course can pursue. Opportunities depend on your level, your experience and the job market.

  • Secondary school teacher of sciences, mathematics, geography, agriculture or computer science
  • Head of a science or subject department, with experience
  • Laboratory assistant or technician in schools and colleges
  • Education officer
  • Science-education programme officer with NGOs
  • Further study in education or your specialist subject

What you need

Levels and entry requirements

  • DiplomaDuration: 3 years

    Entry requirements: 5 O-Level subjects including Mathematics and a science, plus A-Level passes in a science subject.

Ready to start your journey?

Learn how to apply and what you need to prepare.

How to apply