NewSDAy monday february 3, 2014
Top tips for coping on ‘a’ level results day / 21 Trust academy introduces bCS
/ 23
19
EDUCATION
why study in the United Kingdom Close to 300,000 international students from over 180 countries choose to pursue their higher and tertiary education in the United Kingdom. The UK has a well respected world class standard of teaching; four of the top six universities in the world are in the UK. UK tertiary institutions have a track record of academic and research excellence. The British Embassy and the British Council have organised a United Kingdom University Expo, the first of its kind, to showcase UK education opportunitieson the 17th of February at St Georges College in Harare and on the 19th of February at the Christian Brothers College in Bulawayo. The UK Universities Expo is aimed at students doing Ordinary Level and Advanced Level studies. The objective of the Expo is to allow students to find out more about studying in the UK. A United Kingdom Border Agency Liaison Officer will also attend this event to explain the current UK student visa application process for those intending to pursue studies in the United Kingdom in the near future. The Chevening Alumni will be at hand to discuss the Chevening scholarship programme.
your knowledge of the English language – speaking English fluently is a vital skill to have if you are considering entering the international business world. 6. Cultural diversity- The UK is full of many different cultures and people, another reason why international students are interested in coming to study here. With big cities, rural towns and villages,
International graduates of British universities significantly improve their career prospects and earning potential. Study in the UK and enjoy the rewards. Brasenose College Library University of Oxford
ukti.gov.uk/greatbritain
8. You’ll be in good company - The UK has a long history of welcoming international students to study in its universities and colleges. 9. Work Opportunities - Typically, international students are allowed to work for up to 20 hours a week during term time and full-time during holidays. 10. Knowledge is GREAT !!!
ENHANCE YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS - STUDY IN THE UK Interested in studying in the UK? Come and meet with representatives from universities in the UK
Ten Great Reasons to Study in the UK
1. Excellent international reputation- the quality of UK education is internationally recognised by employers, universities and governments, making it a popular choice for many international students. The UK is also renowned for the excellence of its research and teaching. 2. Good quality of education - the quality of a university’s or college’s teaching and its general facilities are assessed by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). Research standards are examined by the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), which publishes its findings every five years. 3. International tradition - the UK has always welcomed students from all over the world. UK universities are used to looking after the welfare of non-UK students and have well-developed support services and social networks on campus. 4. Wide choice of courses- Higher education institutions in the UK offer a broad range of course to cater for your interests and career goals. You can search over 50,000 courses on the UCAS website to find the right one for you. 5. Business language - Studying in the UK offers a great opportunity to improve
modern and historical architecture, the UK is a diverse and exciting place to explore. 7. Value for money - Undergraduate and post graduate in the UK are generally much shorter than those abroad, which helps to reduce the amount of money you will end up paying in tuition fees and living costs.
interested in enrolling Zimbabwean students.
Free and open to all interested parties. Please note there are no scholarships. Venue: St Georges’ College, Harare Date: 17 February 2014 Time: 1 – 4 pm Venue: Christian Brothers’ College, Bulawayo Date:19 February 2014 Time: 1 – 4 pm
UK Universities represented: Bournemouth University, City University London, Nottingham Trent University, University of Brighton, University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool, University of Sheffield, University of Westminister, University of West England, Bristol
Available subjects: Art and Design, Business, Computing, Engineering, International Relations, Hospitality and Tourism, Law, Media and Communication, Medicine, Science, Social Sciences
To reserve your place please contact: Simbarashe.mukwacha@britishcouncil.org.zw British Council 16 Cork Road Belgravia, Harare
British Council ZIMDEF House,102 Fort Street, Bulawayo
Tel: 04-701 419
Tel. 09-75815/6
20
Education
NewSDAy monday february 3, 2014
Top tips for coping on A’ level results day
Tomorrow is A Level results day, and if you are anything like me on my results day, you will be panicking and worrying about what to do. Results days can be the best and the worst days all wrapped up into one, with the added distraction of
the sceptical media questioning whether exams are getting easier as pass rates get higher and higher. After working with a number of academy schools helping them to improve their communications and a quick Goo-
gle search I thought I would compile a quick list of top tips for students to help them get through their exam day. I found loads of information online, but not one that amalgamated everything together into one place. It might also give schools some ideas on how they can improve their results day communication offering with students at this stressful time of the year. Schools could consider producing leaflets, web pages, or even Twitter #hash-tag discussions with students to disseminate this information. I have gathered these pieces of information from my own experience and from other online resources such as The Student Room and UCAS. Where possible I have also tried to provide direct links to useful online resources to save you from hunting around the web looking for them.
Top tips for A Level results day
1. Get a good night’s sleep - Ok, this is technically the day before results day and it is easy for me to say this, but try to get
OPEN YOUR FUTURE
TO ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES
Secure your future for endless opportunities by registering for a professional course with IAC IAC all round Business qualifications provide you with improved employment opportunities and further learning possibilities. REGISTER FOR IAC MOST SOUGHT AFTER PROGRAMMES Corporate Management Cost and Management Accounting Financial Accounting Human Resource Management Public Relations Office Administration Purchasing & Materials Management General Management Marketing Management
Rand Media International
INSTITUTE OF ADMINISTRATION AND COMMERCE set your future in motion
HARARE: No. 6 Meredith Drive, Eastlea, Tel: 04 251 301-4, Email: registrations@iac.co.zw. Website: www.iac.co.zw BULAWAYO: Suite 315, 3rd Floor, York House, H. Chitepo/8th Street. Tel: 263 9 887 542, 889 865. Registered by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education
a good night’s sleep. Fatigue and stress are never a good combination. 2. Be in the country - exam results are revealed in the middle of the holiday season, but make sure you are around to get your results. If you need advice from your tutors, you need to be able to get to your school to get the best advice. 3. Have your UCAS Track details ready by your computer - for those of you who are applying for university, get your details ready in advance of the big morning. Stress + fatigue + frustration at not knowing your log-in details is an even worse start to the day. 4. Check your UCAS Track before you leave to collect your results- if your status is up online before you collect your results, whatever the decision you will be prepared to discuss them with your tutor upon arrival. 5. Don’t worry if your UCAS Track status doesn’t update straight away - it is linked to a database system that has thousands of contacts it can take a while to process all of the information. 6. Understand your UCAS Track status there are a number of status options that UCAS Track will display. Make sure you understand all of them and their required steps beforehand. This will help you plan your next move. 7. Arrive early to collect your results - try and avoid the queues and the likelihood of prolonging your period of worry and stress. Open your results at the school and do not panic if you haven’t got the grades you need. Speak to your tutors who will have the information and advice you need. Missing out on an A Level grade does not necessarily mean missing out on university. 8. If you have been accepted into your first choice, make sure you have completed all of your next steps before celebrating too much - get the important tasks done now while it is fresh and exciting before you forget and miss a deadline – then make sure you celebrate your success. 9. Getting into uni or another career is the start of a new beginning- no matter what your results are, you are about to embark on a new beginning so always try to look forward and not look back. As long as you have tried your hardest, you should be proud of your achievements. 10. It is normal to be nervous! - whatever your results, good or bad, it is certainly not the end of the world, nor is it the end of the hard work you will have to put in. To share a secret, I was disappointed with my A Level results, but I managed to graduate with a First Class Honours degree and now work in my desired field of work. 11. If you aren’t sure, ask your tutors for some advice - your tutors have been through this every year since the day they started teaching, and experienced it first hand many years before that. Do not be afraid to ask for help from them – they will be preparing information and will already know your situation before you arrive. They are there to help you through every possible process. Whatever happens on that big day day, always remember that your friends and family will always be proud of you and your achievements. Ignore the media criticising the exam process – you have worked very hard for your qualifications – and a couple of journalists I work with regularly recently sat a current GCSE paper and found that the difficulty and stress were similar to the levels they experienced many years ago. Finally, if you really don’t want to talk to a teacher or a parent then please visit this useful online Guardian web chat with a selection of online advisors and other people in similar positions. You might find out that your answer is a simple couple of clicks away. I hope that this post has given students and teachers alike some food for thought and I look forward to reading comments, and seeing this put into action in the near future.
Education
NewSDAy monday february 3, 2014
21
education takes you places with expo Ngatifunde Deciding on a career path is one of the most important decisions one can make in their life and for this sole reason Expo Ngatifunde Lets Learn was created to give young people the opportunity to learn about different career programs available that will enable them to choose their desired professions and build their careers through more informed decisions and better guidance.
What is Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn?
In its fifth year now, Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn is a career guidance exhibition divided into: • DOMESTIC EDUCATION with various local universities and colleges showcasing the programs they have on offer, entrance requirements. • INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION with universities and colleges from all over the world as far as the USA and Russia but also including neighboring countries like Botswana, also showcasing the programs they have on offer. • CAREERS AND RECRUITMENT with different professional bodies giving information on study programs and career opportunities, as well as large corporate and government institutions highlighting what they can offer. Expo Ngatifunde – Let’s Learn offers exhibitors a platform to market their organizations, increase awareness and generate publicity, build relationships with prospects and build their database, identify and connect with tomorrow’s workforce and provide course, career and employment information and guidance. Another benefit is to recruit candidates who will benefit the organization, INCLUDING SPOT ADMISSIONS for visitors who haven’t yet applied for a particular program.
Alongside the exhibition are industry related SEMINARS conducted by different professionals. The seminars are varied and include presenters speaking on their personal experiences as well as highlighting career prospects, qualifications and other requirements. Some seminars are motivational and give attendees that push that they need, while others are informational. Visitors have face to face interaction with industry leaders with the hope of getting a better understanding of a particular field or industry. The seminars are open and anyone can attend.
Who does Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn target
This event presents an unmatched opportunity for companies, universities (both local and international), training centres, Government, NGO’s and many others to promote their organisation or field of interest. Who should attend Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn • School leavers who have just received their results and need to enroll in a program. • O and A level students who are starting to think of their future. • All youth who need to start or continue planning their careers • Parents, career advisors, heads of schools and the general public. We congratulate all the O and A level students who have just received their results. If you have not made a decision as yet, now is the time to. Visit Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn and say hello to your future Expo Ngatifunde Let’s Learn will be taking place on 5 & 6 February 2014 Harare at the
Harry Margolis Hall (Jubilee Christian Centre) off Prince Edward Road in Milton Park, next to Milton Park ZRP or next to Sharon
School in Bulawayo. This event will be taking place on 10 & 11 February 2014 at Gifford High School, opposite ZITF.
Expo Ngatifunde Program
Wednesday 5th February 2014 HARARE HARRY MARGOLIS HALL Venue
Time
Topic
Speaker
SEMINAR ROOM 1 Venue
DREAM BIG-LINKING EDUCATION TO YOUR DREAM (Start small, Finish Strong) Time1000 Topic
SEMINAR ROOM ROOM 11 SEMINAR
1200 DREAM COMEDY/ANIMATION/PRODUCTION/DIRECTING get from A-Z)Strong) 1000 BIG-LINKING EDUCATION TO YOUR DREAM(how (Startto small, Finish
HARRY MARGOLIS FOYER 2014 HARARE 0900 Opening Wednesday 5th February HARRY Speech MARGOLIS HALL
SEMINARMARGOLIS ROOM 2 FOYER HARRY
1100 Opening CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS 0900 Speech
SEMINAR ROOM ROOM 22 SEMINAR
1200 CHARTERED AVIATION ACCOUNTANTS 1100
ThursdayROOM 6th February 2014 HARARE MARGOLIS HALL SEMINAR 1 1200HARRY COMEDY/ANIMATION/PRODUCTION/DIRECTING (how to get from A-Z) Venue ROOM 2 SEMINAR
Time1200 AVIATION Topic
SEMINAR ROOM 1 Venue
SPORT Time1000 Topic
SEMINAR ROOM 1 0900HARRY GETTING TO THE TOP Thursday 6th February 2014 HARARE MARGOLIS HALLIN THE BUSINESS WORLD
SEMINAR ROOM 12
SEMINAR ROOM 1
CARL JOSHUA NCUBE IGNATIUS MUNENGWA DREAM BIG PROJECTS FLY AFRICA MATIPEDZA KARASE ICAZ PRESIDENT MR KUNAKA CARL JOSHUA NCUBE
Speaker FLY AFRICA MATIPEDZA KARASE MR SIGAUKE Speaker
CIMAANCHOR COUNTRYHOLDINGS MANAGERMUVIRIMI MOSES SIKWILA COO KUPARA
1100 BECOMING BEAUTY A CHARTERED GLOBAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT AND BENEFITS THERE AFTER 1000
HB INSTITUTE CHITSIKE CIMA COUNTRYCHIDO MANAGER MOSES SIKWILA
1200 STUDYING BANKING IN THE USA 1100
SEMINAR ROOM 1
1200 BANKING
1200 BEAUTY ARTS/MUSIC 1100
SEMIANR ROOM 2
ICAZ PRESIDENT GUEST SPEAKER MR KUNAKA
1000 GETTING BECOMINGTOATHE CHARTERED GLOBAL MANAGEMENT 0900 TOP IN THE BUSINESS WORLD ACCOUNTANT AND BENEFITS THERE AFTER
SEMINAR ROOM 1
SEMIANR ROOM 2 SEMINAR
DREAM SpeakerBIG PROJECTS IGNATIUS MUNENGWA
COO ANCHOR HOLDINGS MUVIRIMI KUPARA
1100 SPORT STUDYING IN THE USA 1000
SEMINAR ROOM 2
GUEST SPEAKER
RUTENDO NDORO
TARIRO NE GITARE
Monday 10th February 2014 BULAWAYO GIFFORD HIGH SCHOOL Time
SEMINAR ROOM 1 Venue
JOURNALISM Time1000 Topic
RUTENDO NDORO EDUCATION USA MR TAPFUMANEYI TARIRO NE GITARE HB INSTITUTE CHIDO CHITSIKE
1200 ARTS/MUSIC
Venue
EDUCATION MR SIGAUKEUSA MR TAPFUMANEYI
Topic
Speaker
FOYER 10th February 2014 BULAWAYO 0900 Opening Speech Monday GIFFORD HIGH SCHOOL
GUEST SPEAKER
SEMINAR ROOM 1 FOYER
BYO FIRE BRIGADE KHUMBULANI NDLOVU GUEST SPEAKER
DAILY SpeakerNEWS P. DUBE
1100 Opening FIRE FIGHTING 0900 Speech
SEMINAR ROOM 1
1200 JOURNALISM DOCTOR/NURSING 1000
Venue ROOM 1 SEMINAR
Time1200 DOCTOR/NURSING Topic
Venue SEMINAR ROOM 1
Time1000 Topic STUDYING IN THE USA
DR DENNIS DAILY NEWSMLAMBO P. DUBE
Tuesdy 11th February 2014 BULAWAYO GIFFORD HIGH SCHOOL SEMINAR ROOM 1 1100 FIRE FIGHTING
BYO FIRE BRIGADE KHUMBULANI NDLOVU
Speaker DR DENNIS MLAMBO
SEMINAR11th ROOM 1 2014 BULAWAYO 0900 SPORTING Tuesdy February GIFFORD SOCCER HIGH SCHOOL
SEMINAR ROOM 1
SEMINAR ROOM 1 SEMINAR ROOM 1
SEMINAR ROOM 1
HIGHLANDERS FC
Speaker USA NOMA MABHENA EDUCATION
0900 1100 SPORTING CHARTEREDSOCCER ACCOUNTANTS
HIGHLANDERS ICAZ PRESIDENTFCMR KUNAKA
1100 CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
ICAZ PRESIDENT MR KUNAKA
1000 IN THE USA 1200 STUDYING BEAUTY AND COSMETICS
EDUCATION USA NOMA MABHENA MODERN CLASSICS TIMOTHY RWIZI
1200 BEAUTY AND COSMETICS
MODERN CLASSICS TIMOTHY RWIZI
The Ideal Opportunity to Make a Lasting Impression
03 February 2014
Enrolment Now in Progress Ordinary & Advanced Level June / November 2014 exam sessions Intensive individual student examination coaching Real examination writing sessions Daily specialist remediation exercises Intensive revision sessions after every exam writting session
5 YE A RS
2010 - 2014
Vigorous student evaluation exercise Extensive curriculum coverage and individual student assignments Precise, acurate and effective student evaluation reports
Attendee benefits: FREE ACCESS!! to the expo and: Quiz Day, Mock job interviews, Career-profiling, career-guidance seminars by industry gurus, confidence coaching, surprise giveaways and a whole lot more!!
Corporates, Universities, Colleges, training institutions & organisations offering career development & internship programs:
REGISTER NOW!! Special early bee rates for exhibitor registrations and payments done before end of 2013
Harare: 5 & 6 February 2014 at JCC (Harry Margolis Hall) 9am - 5pm Bulawayo: 10 & 11 February 2014 at Gifford High School 9am - 5pm Exhibitor benefits: Interactive marketing platform.
An opportunity to connect directly with tomorrow’s workforce. Comprehensive platform to identify and even recruit candidates who will benefit your organisation. Provide factual employment & career information, experience and guidance to tomorrow’s workforce. An unrivalled
opportunity to promote your organisation and industry to the younger generation.
TO SPONSOR OR EXHIBIT , contact the Marketing Team: CALL: +263 4 751245/6 +263 772548792. EMAIL: sales@showmasters.co.zw , For more information, visit our page on facebook: ExpoNgatifundeLetsLearnCareerGuidanceExpo
22
Education
NewSDAy monday february 3, 2014
U.S. embassy promises more college fairs in 2014 The Education USA Advising Centre based at the United States Embassy’s Eastgate offices in Harare says it will continue to participate in college fairs and outreach programs in 2014 to enable Zimbabwean high school students to explore study options to various American universities and colleges. “In addition to participating in several careers fairs such as Ngatifunde Expos in Bulawayo and Harare, we will continue with our tradition of bringing accurate, comprehensive and current information about U.S. study opportunities to students across the country,” said Rebecca Zeigler Mano, EducationUSA Country Coordinator. “We feel strongly that the over 4000 colleges and universities in the United States provide tremendous opportunities
There are
for Zimbabweans to gain a top education and return to build Zimbabwe. We will bring American colleges admission officers as well as returned Zimbabwean students to share information about their experiences as well as encourage other students to make informed choices about their higher education.” American Colleges and University Fairs and outreach events feature presentations by admissions officers and have proved to be popular to Zimbabwean students over the years. In 2013, these fairs took place in Harare, Bulawayo, Chitungwiza, Rusape and Mutare and reached over 3000 Zimbabwean high school students who are increasingly taking advantage of the diverse range of colleges and universities on offer in the United States.
over 1200
Zimbabwean students currently studying in the USA
Do you want to join them? EducationUSA advising centers operated by the U.S. Department of State are the only source of accurate, comprehensive, impartial and timely information about educational opportunities in the United States. We offer comprehensive educational advising resources to assist you throughout the application process for admission and scholarship. EducationUSA Harare – US Embassy PAS, Eastgate, 7th Floor, Gold Bridge, 04-758800/1, ext 221, Harare@educationusa.info EducationUSA Bulawayo – Bulawayo Public Library, 8th and Fort Streets, 09-882989, Bulawayo@educationusa.info EducationUSA Gweru – Gweru Memorial Library, 8th Street, Corner Lobengula, 054-222628, Gweru@educationusa.info EducationUSA Mutare – Turner Memorial Library, Civic Center Complex, Queensway, 020-68173, Mutare@educationusa.info
US EDU 05
REGISTRATION CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN AFRICA INSTITUTE OF COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT-(ICM) * Hospitality Management * Tourism and Business Studies * Legal Studies * Executive Office Management * Front Office Management * Diploma in Business Administration * Diploma in Community Development * Diploma in Project Planning and Management * Receptionist Course *Shipping and Logistics
FORMS
3-6 ALL ZIMSEC SUBJECTS
ASSOCIATION OF BUSINESS MANAGERS & ADMINISTRATORS ABMA - (UK)
*MS WORD
OFFERING: *MS EXCEL PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY AND 1. COMPUTER ENGINEERING *MS ACCESS BIOLOGY Diploma level 4, 5 & 6 AT REDUCED *MS POWERPOINT 2. COMPUTING INFORMATION AND AFFORDABLE RATES SYSTEMS Diploma level 4, 5 & 6 FOR ALL INTERESTED
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL LCCI STUDENTS FROM oo Marketing Public Relations OFFERING: O4 SEPTEMBER 2013 o Advertising HIGHER EDUCATION EXAMINATION COUNCIL HEXCO - (ZIM)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY o Selling and Sales 1. National Certificate- NC Accounting (IAS) 2. National Diploma - ND 3. Higher National Diploma - HND GRAPHIC DESIGN - Corel Draw, Adobe PHOTOSHOP
INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER DRIVER`S LICENCE, BASIC STUDIES: 0777 362 873 AND MANY MORE!
BUSINESS : 0777 362 766
TEL: 04 792721/2/3 CELL: 0775 136 961/ 962/ 963, 0776 988 309
ISLIP HOUSE 34 SAMORA MACHEL HARARE
www.ccosa.ac.zw
dent populations. Many U.S. colleges offer generous scholarships to international students, on a competitive merit and need basis, making top education accessible to the best and the brightest. Students who have excelled academically and outside of the classroom who wish to continue as active learners in a dynamic educational setting can learn more about U.S. study opportunities through EducationUSA. The application process to the U.S. takes 12-18 months and can seem daunting; EducationUSA advising centers can provide clear guidance and advice students to negotiate the admission and scholarship process. EducationUSA centers are the only U.S. Department of State certified centers which provide current information about all accredited U.S. institutions and provide comprehensive advising services to all qualified students wishing to seek undergraduate or graduate education in the United States. The U.S. Embassy provides EducationUSA advising services in order to give the public access to unbiased and accurate information about U.S. study. “We caution the public to be careful about private agents and the information about college admission and scholarships they offer; remember that you should never have to pay in order to get information about or apply for admission or scholarship,” warns Zeigler Mano. In Harare, the U. S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section in Eastgate houses the EducationUSA advising center which offers a free workshop on US study the first and third Wednesday of every month at 3pm. Outside of the capital, you can find EducationUSA Advising Centers housed in the Bulawayo Public Library; the Gweru Memorial Library and Turner Memorial Library in Mutare. About 1,250 Zimbabwean students are enrolled in U.S. instituRegistration of tions of higher educaCambridge June ONE YEAR tion, according to Open exams in Doors 2012-2013, the ‘A’ LEVEL progress annual report on inPROGRAMME ternational academic Enrolment mobility published by Lower Six the Institute of InterEnrolment national Education (IIE). Increasingly, Zimbabwean alumni of U.S. universities are returning home after their education and training to take up vital positions and start initiatives in a wide variety of fields crucial to Zimbabwe including technology, health, and economic development. Education USA keeps an active social media 33 Fifth Street, Mutare, Zimbabwe 34 Samora Machel Ave, Harare 90A McChlery Avenue, Eastlea, Harare presence on Twitter Tel: 020 62548/9 Tel: +263 4 792 320 Tel: +263 4 782 129/30 Cell: 0713 183 409 / 0777 589 190 Cell: 0772 375 476 / 0772 283 592 @EdUSAZim and on Cell: 0715 645 700 E-mail: hilbrightsciencecollege.mutare@gmail.com E-mail: admissions@hilbright.com E-mail: eastleacampus@hilbright.com Website: www.hilbright.com Website: www.hilbright.com Facebook at EducatioWebsite: www.hilbright.com nUSAZimbabwe. More information about study opportunities in the U.S. can be accessed at www.educationusa.info In the first half of 2014, EducationUSA is expecting to host admissions officers from a wide range of universities including Harvard, Penn, Brown, Yale, Tufts, Smith, Davidson, Minot State and Amherst. Each July EducationUSA hosts its own college fairs in Harare and Bulawayo where over 40 Americans and Zimbabweans who studied in the US showcase their alma maters and interact with prospective students. EducationUSA will make presentations at both Ngatifunde Expos in February. The United States offers a unique brand of higher education, which includes curriculum flexibility, a robust extracurricular program, an emphasis on research and development, access to technology and resources and multicultural diverse stu-
Education
23
NewsDay monday february 3, 2014
Trust Academy introduces BCS Qualifications – The Chartered Institute of IT
May/June 2014 O, IGCSE & A Level Registration is open from 13 January – 19 February 2014 for the Cambridge International Exams Candidates will sit for their examinations in Harare, Bulawayo and Mutare. For the fees, list of subjects on offer and the registration form visit us at the addresses given below on our website
http://www.britishcouncil.org/africa-zw-cie.htm First 100 candidates will get access to FREE podcast preparation material British Council 16 Cork Road Belgravia, Harare
British Council 2nd Floor, ZIMDEF House 102 Fort Street, Bulawayo
Tel: 701 419
Tel. 75815/6
E-mail: general.enquiries@britishcouncil.org.zw
http://www.britishcouncil.org/zimbabwe
To our existing and new clients Trust Academy would like to say compliments of the new season as we continue to foster training for excellence in the IT field in 2014. Trust Academy has been running an IMIS (UK), Institute of Management Information Systems qualification from Diploma to Higher Diploma up to December 2013. However, IMIS (UK) and British Computer Society (BCS) merged in late 2012. Existing IMIS (UK) student members are automatically absorbed into the BCS qualifications. BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is the business name of the British Computer Society. British Computer Society qualifications are accredited by the office of qualifications and examinations regulations in England. It offers Certificate, Diploma and Professional Graduate Diploma in IT. These qualifications offer entry to Masters Degree in selected universities in England. The BCS Certificate in IT covers three mandatory modules; Information Systems, Computer and Network Technology and Software Development. The BCS Diploma in IT has two mandatory modules then a choice of three modules from the available nine modules. Whether one is starting out as an IT professional or taking your career in a new direction, BCS Higher Education Qualification will give you the knowledge and skills to succeed in IT. BCS qualifications are internationally recognized.
They increase employability of qualified individuals because the curriculum was developed with consultations with academics and industry, making it a relevant qualification. It offers a flexible and rigorous assessment; the qualification shows employers and customers that the graduate has achieved the globally-recognised benchmark in relevant skills and competences. The qualification offers an opening for further studies to an individual. The BCS Higher Education Qualification is meant for school leavers, those already in the IT industry and those who wish to change their career direction to suit the demands of the global village. In order for one to qualify, prospective students are required to pay an annual membership subscription fee to BCS, to enable them have access to online syllabus, examination registration and newsletters. The BCS Higher Education Qualification will be offered as day and weekend classes to cater for school leavers and those who are already in employment or are stationed out of Harare. The first group of the Certificate in IT will start in March 2014; registration is in progress from Trust Academy, 40 Livingstone Avenue, Harare. The BCS official qualification accreditation is recognized by national regulations around the world, giving it a competitive advantage over other qualifications. The framework below shows the qualification framework.
British Council is the United Kingdom’s organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We are a non-political organisation and are committed to Equal Opportunities and Diversity http://www.britishcouncil.org/home-diversity.htm
Trust Academy is an approved BCS training Centre
March 2014 Intake BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is the trading name of The British Computer Society (Registered charity no. 292786) 2014
Diploma in IT
- Information Systems - Software Development - Computer & Network Technology
-
E
W
Database Systems Internet Technologies IT Project Management Systems Analysis & Design Object Oriented Programming Professional Issues in IS Practice (Core Unit)
N
ter gis Re w o N
Certificate in IT
Professional Graduate Diploma in IT Web Engineering Systems Design Methods Knowledge Based Systems Post Graduate Diploma Project Distributed and Parallel Systems Advanced Database Management Systems
40 Livingstone Avenue, Harare (Opp. Mkwati Building Tel (Bus. Hours): 791 718, 790 996, 790 988 Switchboard Lines: 0772 134 152/3 Cell: 0772 758 732, 0712 212 176, 0772 442 988 trust@trustacademy.co.zw www.trustacademy.ac.zw 0772 442 988
information.trustacademy
Like Us On Facebook
TA 047 LK
-
Est. ‘94
Training...for Excellence!!! 20 Years of Service to the Nation
24
Education
NewsDay monday february 3, 2014
Speciss tutors fired up for the term!
Speciss tutors Tutors at the Chitepo High School are fired up and inspired to propel their students to achieving the best possible academic results! At a workshop held before the beginning of the school term, tutors were optimistic about the year ahead. Ms Fadzai Muchemwa, an English Literature and History tutor, said that the workshop made it possible to discuss serious issues in a relaxed atmosphere, which motivated the tutors. “I am all fired up for 2014 and I know it’s going to be a good year,” she said. Mrs Aletha Mutepfa, the Director of Studies for the Chitepo High School and Mr Ignatious Mabveni, the Chitepo Campus Director, acted as workshop facilitators. Mr Wilson Chitenga, a History and English Literature tutor, said that he had found the presentation by the Campus
Director to be very motivational. “I will adjust my attitude to be even more positive and I know that I will definitely reap results in good student grades,” the inspired tutor promises. Mrs Tariro Chimhanda, one of two new tutors, says that the workshop helped her to familiarise herself with the Speciss approach to education and enabled her to interact with her new colleagues. “The workshop was very informative and during the term I will put into practice what I have learnt,” the commercials and Geography tutor said. Mrs Osline Makamure, an English and Games tutor, expressed gratitude for the good working relationship the tutors shared with the College management. “We are very happy because the College management has shown us appreciation for the work we do,” she said.
Mrs Mutepfa encouraged the tutors to constantly upgrade their knowledge and skills so that they can assist their students to realise their potential. “Just because we are tutors doesn’t mean we know everything, so we must be continuously upping our game,” the High School Director said. Before the beginning of every term, all the tutors at the Chitepo High School gather for an intensive workshop to equip them for the term ahead. This term’s workshop tackled various topics such as the teaching process and student counselling, before tutors broke up into groups to analyse their students performances during the previous term’s final exams. Enrol your children at a Speciss high school, where the tutors are not only qualified but are motivated to deliver their best in the classroom.
Come and join ASHE International College at the 2014 Saddein Education Consultancy Education Exhibition
To advertise in the March issue of
Education
contact Gloria Magwenzi and Enard Chombo on 773930-8 or 0772 279 145 and 0773 499 676 respectively
After a successful 2013 which saw a 100% pass rate and successful transfers of our students ASHE International College promises a better 2014 with more programs and more exciting, student centered extra curriculum activities. To showcase what we have in store for you this year ASHE will be participating in the 2014 edition of the Saddein Education Consultancy Education Exhibition from the 10th to the 15th of February 2014. The Exhibition will be held at the Ambassador Hotel in Harare on the 10th and 11th of February 2014 from 10am to 4:30pm and then move to the Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel on the 13th of February 2014 from 10am to 4:30pm. Some of the programs that will be showcased include Pre-University programs such as the Australian Matriculation Program and the Cambridge A’ level program. After successfully completing the above pre-university programs and meeting the entry requirements of the institutions, students are guaranteed entry into first year of an undergraduate degree. The School of Business is another area that you can look forward to finding out more about. Under the School of Business you can find the following programs: the Diploma in Business Administration, BBA (Hons) 1+2, BBA (Hons) Finance (1+2), BBA (Hons) Human Resource Management (1+2), BBA (Hons) International Business (1+2), BBA (Hons) Management (1+2), BBA (Hons) Marketing (1+2). Because of its flexible timetable and flexible payment plan the Diploma in Business Administration is especially attractive to the working individual and the business person. With a broad curriculum covering all facets of business this internationally recognized program is ideal for the progressive minded individual. The BBA (Hons) 1+2 programs listed above give the student an opportunity to study the first year of their program here in Zimbabwe and then transfer to one of our partner Universities to complete the final 2nd year of
their program. During their year at ASHE International College the students are provided with all the necessary knowledge to prepare them academically and socially for the remainder of the program at the destination of their choice. With over 200 partner Universities across the globe to choose from it is safe to say that this program is your gateway to the world. Professional courses such as ACCA are also available at ASHE International College. At the Education Exhibition you can look forward to presentations from ASHE International College, Nilai University (Malaysia) and K.D.U University College (Malaysia). At these institutions you will find out more on programs such as Law, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Information Technology, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Computing Studies, Games Technology, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences and many more! You can also look forward to on-spot admissions, free career guidance and more information on the participating institutions. To find out more about the above programs and the other programs offered at ASHE International College as well as more information on Nilai University and K.D.U University College come through to the Education Exhibition and find out how the world is closer to your doorstep. To apply on the day come through with 2 copies of your academic qualifications. Apply on the day for an ASHE program and be in line to get an 8 inch tablet to help you with your studies. ASHE International College is a government registered institution and offers internationally recognized programs. Visit www.ashe.ac.zw or find us on facebook: www.facebook.com/ ASHEInternationalCollege. You can call us on 04-300081/309086 or send us a whatsapp message on 0773563500.