The Bachelor of Education (English and History) program is designed to prepare qualified and professional teachers with strong academic foundations in English Language, Literature, and History, combined with sound pedagogical training. The program aims to develop educators who are knowledgeable, ethical, and capable of delivering effective instruction at secondary school and related educational levels.
Through a balanced integration of subject content, educational theory, and practical teaching experience, the program equips students with the skills necessary to teach English and History effectively, conduct basic educational research, and contribute meaningfully to national education and societal development.
The Bachelor of Education (English and History) is a four-year undergraduate degree program, with an optional fifth-year Honours degree awarded by merit. The program is structured progressively, beginning with foundational courses in English language studies, history, psychology, and education, and advancing toward specialized subject content, teaching methodologies, research, and professional practice.
Students study core areas of English language, linguistics, and literature, alongside African, South Sudanese, and world history. These are supported by essential education courses such as educational psychology, philosophy of education, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, educational technology, and educational administration.
A key component of the program is Teaching Practice, which provides supervised classroom experience and allows students to apply theory to real teaching situations. Graduates are prepared for careers in teaching, curriculum development, educational administration, and further academic studies.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Education (English and History) program, graduates will be able to:
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of English language, linguistics, literature, and historical studies.
Apply effective teaching methods suitable for teaching English and History at secondary school and related levels.
Plan, deliver, and evaluate lessons using appropriate pedagogical strategies and instructional materials.
Analyze literary texts and historical events using relevant theories, concepts, and critical approaches.
Apply principles of educational psychology to support diverse learners and inclusive classroom environments.
Use assessment and evaluation techniques to measure student learning outcomes accurately and fairly.
Employ educational technology to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment processes.
Conduct basic educational and subject-based research using appropriate research methodologies.
Demonstrate professional ethics, responsibility, and reflective practice in educational settings.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, in academic and professional contexts.
Apply historical research and documentation skills in teaching and academic inquiry.
Contribute positively to national development through quality education, civic responsibility, and lifelong learning.
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Language Studies I | 2 |
| 2 | Early History of Africa | 2 |
| 3 | Ancient History of the Middle East | 2 |
| 4 | History of Education | 2 |
| 5 | Introduction to General Psychology | 2 |
| 6 | English Proficiency I | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Language Studies II | 2 |
| 2 | Medieval History of South Sudan (1504–1821) | 2 |
| 3 | History of Islam (Prophet to Umayyad Dynasty) | 2 |
| 4 | English Proficiency II | 2 |
| 5 | Introduction to Computer Science | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 10
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philosophy of Education | 2 |
| 2 | History of Education and Learning in South Sudan | 2 |
| 3 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| 4 | Phonetics | 3 |
| 5 | Modern African History | 3 |
| 6 | World History (1500–1800) | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 16
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Psychology | 2 |
| 2 | Sociology of Education | 2 |
| 3 | The 19th Century Novel | 3 |
| 4 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 |
| 5 | World History (1800–1914) | 3 |
| 6 | Historical Writing and Documentation | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 16
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Measurement and Evaluation | 2 |
| 2 | African Literature | 3 |
| 3 | The 20th Century Drama | 3 |
| 4 | Modern European History | 3 |
| 5 | History of South Sudan | 3 |
| 6 | Historical Research Methods | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 16
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Technology | 2 |
| 2 | Curriculum Development | 2 |
| 3 | Style and Usage | 3 |
| 4 | American Literature | 3 |
| 5 | World History (1914–Present) | 3 |
| 6 | English Research Methodology | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Administration | 2 |
| 2 | Special Teaching Methods for English | 2 |
| 3 | Special Teaching Methods for History | 2 |
| 4 | The Victorian Novel | 3 |
| 5 | Transformational Generative Grammar | 3 |
| 6 | Historiography | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Planning | 2 |
| 2 | Teaching Practice | 6 |
| 3 | Applied Linguistics | 2 |
| 4 | History of English Language | 3 |
| 5 | Graduation Project | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 19
Admission to the fifth year is based on academic merit. Courses are determined according to university regulations.
