The Bachelor of Arts with Education (Secondary) at the University of Saint Joseph Mbarara is a professionally oriented undergraduate programme designed to prepare competent, ethical, and reflective teachers for secondary education. The programme combines academic study in selected arts subjects with professional training in education, equipping graduates with the knowledge, pedagogical skills, and values required for effective teaching and learning.
Students undertake coursework in arts subjects such as History, Geography, Religious Studies, Economics, Literature, and related disciplines, alongside education-focused courses including educational psychology, curriculum studies, teaching methods, assessment and evaluation, educational technology, and school administration. The programme emphasizes both theory and practice, with supervised teaching practice enabling students to gain real classroom experience in secondary schools.
Graduates of the programme develop strong teaching, communication, classroom management, research, and leadership skills. They are trained to design lesson plans, apply learner-centered teaching methods, assess student performance, and use educational technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
Upon completion, graduates are qualified to teach in secondary schools and are well-prepared for careers as secondary school teachers, education officers, curriculum developers, school administrators, education researchers, and community development practitioners. The programme also provides a strong foundation for further studies in education and related fields, contributing to the development of quality education and human capital in society.