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Are you a life-long learner? Do you enjoy research? Becoming a university professor might be the job for you!
What Does A University Professor Do?
grades, prepares, and teaches classes to undergraduate and graduate students
supervises teaching assistants and graduate students
conducts research and experiments
writers and publishes scholarly articles and books
attends meetings and does administrative work
Quiz
What do university professors NOT do?
While some professors are friendly with their students, it's not expected or required for them to spend time with students outside the classroom or their office.
Did you know?
What Do You Need To Become A University Professor?
finish high school, get a bachelor's (BA) and a master's (MA) degree
get some teaching experience while being an assistant
participate in research and conduct experiments (if you're in a scientific field)
complete a doctorate (PhD) in the area you're interested in
publish texts, articles, or books in your field
Quiz
Laura has five years of teaching experience, a master's and has published a few articles. What other requirements does she need to become a university professor?
While you can be a lecturer at a university or teach at a junior/community college with bachelor's & master's, you also need a doctorate to become a university professor.
This Is A Great Career For You If You ...
are enthusiastic about research in a specific field.
enjoy learning, reading, and writing.
are interested in teaching.
like a flexible and non-traditional schedule.
Consider Another Career If You ....
prefer a predictable and traditional work schedule.
if you are not passionate about one specific subject.
if you want to choose where you live and work.
Take Action
If you think becoming a university professor is the right path for you:
This Byte has been authored by
Larisa Slacke
Educator & Instructional Designer