Applicants must possess a first degree from a recognised institution.
For applicants wishing to apply for the M.Ed. (Stream 1, 2, or Honours) they must either possess a first degree in Education, or take non-credit seminars (throughout the programme) that would compensate for their deficiencies in educational training.
For applicants wishing to apply for the M.Ed. (PLT) degree, they only need an academic qualification of a first degree from a recognised institution.
In addition to academic qualifications, applicants are expected to have at least three (3) years of practical teaching experience (or its equivalency), supported by a reference from the relevant authority, or authorities.
Finally, applicants are expected to have the personal qualifications stipulated under the Diploma and Bachelors programmes.