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University Tutor

OFO Code: 231102

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
231102
Occupation
University Tutor
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
2311 · University and Higher Education Teachers

Official description
University and higher education teachers prepare and deliver lectures and conduct tutorials in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at a university or other higher educational institution. They conduct research, and prepare scholarly papers and books.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: University Demonstrator

  • Preparing and delivering lectures and conducting tutorials, seminars and laboratory experiments
  • Researching into and developing concepts, theories and operational methods for application in industrial and other fields
  • Participating in departmental and faculty meetings and in conferences and seminars
  • Designing and modifying curricula and preparing courses of study in accordance with requirements
  • Administering, evaluating and marking examination papers and tests
  • Stimulating discussion and independent thought among students
  • Directing research of post-graduate students or other members of department
  • Preparing scholarly books, papers or articles
  • Supervising, where appropriate, experimental and practical work undertaken by students;

2. Demand status

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