Step 1

Earn an undergraduate degree.

The path to becoming a professor begins with a bachelor’s degree. It is a prerequisite to entering graduate school.

 

Step 2

Choose a subject to specialize in.

People who want to become professors must choose a subject to teach and begin gaining expertise in that area.

 

Step 3

Earn a graduate degree.

Hopeful professors must continue their education with a graduate degree.

 

Step 4

Get post-doctoral experience.

In order to be eligible for professorship, you should obtain post-doctoral experience. This allows you to conduct research and begin to amass a catalog of studies published in academic journals. Have a work history in your field and bring some real-world experience to the classroom.

 

Step 5

Pre-application
Ask us for advice before you apply.

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Want to become a professor?

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Teaching experience and skills.
Do you have 5 to 15 years of teaching and mentoring experience in a formal educational setting? Do you have excellent communication and presentation skills and can you be able to explain your subject with clarity and passion? 

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Research and publications.
Have you published several peer-reviewed papers, articles or books that show the depth of your knowledge and research? Are you active in researching and presenting recent developments in your field?

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What does a professor do?
A college professor may do the following:
• Process student admissions.
• Develop course materials.
• Review and amend existing course materials.
• Teach and supervise students.
• Prepare and conduct examinations.
• Train and mentor students.
• Assist graduate students with research work.
• Conduct research and investigate specific topics.
• Write and publish research reports, papers, articles and books.

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Are you interested in becoming a professor of theology?

Submit a letter of intent stating your interest in becoming a professor. 

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Please use the email option below to submit a letter of intent (pre-application proposal) - mail@biblicaluniversity.org.ng​​