PSOC Unit group 2310 — 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. Their tasks include: a) designing and modifying curricula and preparing courses of study in accordance with requirements; b) preparing and delivering lectures and conducting tutorials, seminars and laboratory experiments; c) stimulating discussion and independent thought among students; d) supervising, where appropriate, experimental and practical work undertaken by students; e) administering, evaluating and marking examination papers and tests; f) directing research of post-graduate students or other members of department; g) researching into and developing concepts, theories and operational methods for application in industrial and other fields; h) preparing scholarly books, papers or articles; i) participating in departmental and faculty meetings and in conferences and seminars. Examples of the occupations classified here: Assistant professor, Clinical instructor, College professor, Information technology professor, Professor, University lecturer Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Dean - 1345, Higher education faculty head - 1345, University chancellor - 1120, Vocational education teacher - 2320

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