Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

TERTIARY EDUCATION TEACHERS educate tertiary students in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at universities, polytechnics, technical and further education (TAFE) institutes and other vocational training providers, and teach adult and community education courses.

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

preparing and delivering lectures to tertiary students in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study;
conducting tutorials, seminars, and laboratory sessions;
preparing and marking essays, assignments and examinations;
participating in course development and in meetings on departmental, budgetary, curriculum and policy matters;
attending conferences and seminars, and conducting research into a particular field of knowledge;
providing feedback to students on progress and advising students on courses and related matters;
consulting with Education Managers, Librarians, Student Counsellors and other support staff.

Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups:

2421 University Lecturers and Tutors
2422 Vocational Education Teachers (Aus) / Polytechnic Teachers (NZ)