There is a difference between studying hard and studying smart. You can read your textbook for 10 hours and still fail. Why? Because the textbook teaches you the theory, but the exam tests the application.…
Studying law (LLB) is a four-year marathon. While the first year is often general, the final two years are where the costs—and the pressure—spike. Textbooks alone can cost R8,000 a year. Many law students drop…
In a country with a high unemployment rate, “studying for passion” is a luxury many cannot afford. You need to study for a paycheck. The good news is that the South African economy has massive…
In South Africa, there is a dangerous stigma. Society tells us that if you don’t go to University, you have failed. Parents boast about their child at UCT, but hide the fact that their other…
Nursing is one of the most expensive courses to study because of the practical requirements (uniforms, transport to clinics, medical equipment). While the tuition fees at a university might be R50,000, the “hidden costs” can…
South Africa has a shortage of teachers, but paradoxically, many education students drop out because they cannot afford fees. Most students know about NSFAS (for the poor) and Funza Lushaka (for the smart). But there…
For over 100 years, Lyceum College has been the go-to institution for South Africa’s law enforcement officers. Walk into any Traffic Department or Police Station, and you will likely find a senior officer studying a…
Social Work is not just a career; it is a calling. In South Africa, the demand for qualified social workers is immense, but the road to qualification is strict. Many students assume that because UNISA…
When you receive your final Grade 12 results, you won’t just see marks; you will see a statement at the bottom of the page: “Achieved: Admission to Bachelor’s Degree” or “Achieved: Admission to Diploma.” This…
In the South African job market, “experience” is the currency you need to buy a job. But how do you get experience if no one will hire you? The answer lies in two government-backed vehicles:…