How many years of university to be a teacher?

The number of years of university required to become a teacher varies depending on the country, the specific teaching level (e.g., elementary, secondary, post-secondary), and the subject matter. Generally, it's:

* Elementary/Primary School Teachers: Typically requires a bachelor's degree (4 years). This often includes specialized education coursework.

* Secondary School Teachers: Usually requires a bachelor's degree (4 years), but often a master's degree (1-2 additional years) is preferred or required, especially for certain subjects.

* Post-Secondary/University Professors: Requires at minimum a master's degree, but a doctoral degree (PhD) is almost always necessary for tenure-track positions. This adds several more years of study (typically 4-7 years beyond a bachelor's degree).

So there's no single answer. It ranges from a minimum of 4 years to potentially 8+ years for university professors.