Lecturers are academic professionals who are hired to teach at higher institutions such as colleges and universities, mainly undergraduates.
How To Become Lecturer In Kenya
There are differences between becoming a university professor and a lecturer. If you are interested in pursuing a career in post-secondary education, this guide is here to explain how to become a university lecturer.
Becoming a lecturer can be detailed in the;
- Completing your education
- Doing research
- Job opportunities
- Staying current on updates
Education Required: PhD in the field of interest
Key Skills: Communication skills, commitment, creativity, confidence, public speaking, organized, punctual
Salary: Lectures pocket an average of Ksh 180,000 per month
Steps in Becoming A Lecturer
Education
To become a lecturer you will first qualify to join a university for your Bachelor’s degree hence you should have at least a C+ as your average grade and good grades in the field you wish to major in. After completing your first degree pursue a masters and later a PhD. These take four, two and three years respectively. Note that a PhD is the main qualification you need to achieve to become a full-time lecturer. Previous teaching experience can also be regarded.
Research
Demonstrating a research profile, both through publishing research and articulating compelling plans for future work, is often an important key to getting a job as a lecturer. Ensure you research well during your PhD program and publish your findings in a reputable academic journal.
Job opportunities
Utilize the opportunities you get to gain teaching experience when they emerge and use the experience to add to your resume. This increases your knowledge and makes you more competitive for the position. Before becoming a lecturer, you will have an opportunity to teach while at your Master’s degree level.
Staying current on updates
The country has an increased number of learning institutions which need these professionals. To land the job, you have to be active in networking as well as going through social media platforms.