Potential earnings
£74,801.65
Higher education teaching professionals deliver lectures and teach students to at least first degree level, undertake research and write journal articles and books in their chosen field of study.
Main tasks
- Undertakes research, writes articles and books and attends conferences and other meetings.
- Directs the work of postgraduate students.
- Participates in decision making processes regarding curricula, budgetary, departmental and other matters.
- Provides pastoral care or guidance to students.
- Advises students on academic matters and encourages independent research.
- Prepares, administers and marks examinations, essays and other assignments.
- Prepares, delivers and directs lectures, seminars and tutorials.
Source: Office for National Statistics.
Salary and earnings
Average earnings
£46,939.00
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
What course level do I need to study?
The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.
Educational requirements: Level 5 NVQ; Masters
Source: Office for National Statistics.
| Level of study | Percentage achieved |
|---|---|
| Level 0 | 0% |
| Level 1 | 1% |
| Level 2 | 1% |
| Level 3 | 2% |
| Level 4-5 (Higher Education) | 2% |
| Level 6 (Bachelors) | 21% |
| Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 27% |
| Level 8 (Doctorate) | 45% |
Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.
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