University and higher education teachers

University and higher education teachers prepare and deliver lectures and conduct tutorials in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at a university or other higher educational institution. They conduct research, and prepare scholarly papers and books.

Skill level: Highly skilled

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  • The majority of University and higher education teachers earn a salary between £1,924 and £5,293 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level University and higher education teachers ranges from £1,924 to £3,472.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between £2,237 and £4,066 per month.

Job Responsibilities

  • Designing and modifying curricula and preparing courses of study in accordance with requirements
  • Preparing and delivering lectures and conducting tutorials, seminars and laboratory experiments
  • Stimulating discussion and independent thought among students
  • Supervising, where appropriate, experimental and practical work undertaken by students
  • Administering, evaluating and marking examination papers and tests
  • Directing research of post-graduate students or other members of department
  • Researching into and developing concepts, theories and operational methods for application in industrial and other fields
  • Preparing scholarly books, papers or articles
  • Participating in departmental and faculty meetings and in conferences and seminars
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