Early Registration special edition
Tertiary Institutions
Early registration can save you time The last two years have taught me to never leave plans till the very last minute or take time for granted. We certainly felt a cloud of uncertainty over us as we experienced a pandemic of such magnitude and a new “normal” way of life. It’s no myth – procrastination is indeed the thief of time and is defined as intentionally delaying or putting off doing something till a later time. With our busy lifestyles, putting off university registration till a later time is easily possible. In this digital magazine, we look at the benefits of early registration, share tips on how to make the most of your study time despite load shedding, all you need to know about bursary applications, share tips on how to increase your productivity levels at university and more. MaryAnne Isaac Lead co-ordinator
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Do everything online at Boston
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The benefits of early tertiary registration
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What kind of tomorrow do you want to shape?
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Load shedding and exams - six study tips
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All you need to know about bursaries
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Four ways to have a productive day
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From high school to university - expectations
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Eight out of the box careers
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The benefits of early tertiary registration Maryanne Isaac HAVE you ever felt a sense of relief and joy having completed an important task in the nick of time or just completing a task ahead of its deadline – well that’s how early registration for university feels like, especially with how the last two years have turned out. Choosing to register ahead of the deadline dates will effectively eliminate one task from your list when preparing for the new academic year, and if you are registering for the very first time – it’s an even better feeling. Here are reasons why you should register early for your tertiary studies. reduce the registration blues “Procrastination is the thief of time” – you must have heard this phrase before. Procrastination is intentionally delaying or putting off doing something till a later time, and with our busy lifestyles, putting off registration till a later time can be possible. Imagine leaving your registration till the very last day and Eskom regretfully announces load shedding stage 5 while you are processing your details – and to make things worse, the return electricity is delayed due to a blown up transformer. You may read this thinking “nah, it won’t
Beat the long queues and disappoint-
you the academic timetable, course
ment
details and lecture times and venues.
One of the many great things about
This helps you plan your daily schedule,
technology is that it makes life easier and
transportation arrangements and leisure
standing in long lines is a thing of the
activities around your studies.
past. Most universities and colleges have
you won’t have to worry about
now made online registration a primary focus, reducing physical registration during the pandemic. This makes registration much easier and quicker, and if you have any concerns or queries you have enough time to get assistance from the faculty.
happen to me” – but don’t be fooled;
a head start on your academic schedule
rather be early than sorry.
Once you register, your faculty will hand
deadlines Deadlines can be daunting when you have run out of time and are nearing the last day of registration. However, if you register ahead of the cut-off dates you have a good chance of not having to stress about missed deadlines or the long process of registration.
WHAT KIND OF TOMORROW DO YOU WANT TO SHAPE?
Load shedding and exams: Here are 6 tips to help you study effectively Maryanne Isaac FOR more than a decade, load shedding has become a sad reality for South Africans, especially now during a pandemic and amid final school examinations. Pupils writing their final examinations face the challenge of having little or no source of light during their study time and exam sessions, not forgetting university students
source of light to read with, plus you don’t
exam, but you have load shedding the
want to be straining your eyes reading
night before or in the morning, pre-
from a textbook.
pare your stationery and school bag in
Effective lighting will result in effective
advance. This helps prepare you, with-
study sessions, without the flicker of a
out you running around like a headless
candle stick. There are LED USB desk
chicken, looking for your pencil or your
lights available. Make sure it’s a white
school tie during load shedding.
light, with a long cord.
6. Use load shedding hours as revision
3. Invest in a power bank
time
If you need your phone or laptop during
During non-load shedding time, study as
study times, invest in a power bank. A
much as you can with small breaks and
power bank gives you up to two hours of
use load shedding hours as time to test
power and improves as you go through a
your knowledge. Mentally and verbally
few discharge and recharge cycles of the
revise all that you have studied. This helps
power bank’s battery. The power bank
you relax a bit and use up the time to
of your studies, despite load shedding.
can be used on its own to charge your
mentally prepare. Have someone test you.
1. Know your load shedding schedule
need.
who rely on online lectures. The current power crisis is not showing much light at the end of the tunnel (no pun intended), and we need to find alternative ways to keep doing what we need to during power cuts. Here are six tips on how to make the most
The first thing is to know your area and zone number, and to download a reliable load shedding schedule or app. This will
devices or give you that extra boost you
4. Position your study area near natural light
help you plan your study timetable around
In moments such as load shedding,
your load shedding times. Also include
natural light can be a light-saver. Position
different load shedding stages in your
your desk and chair towards a window,
timetable, so you are prepared from Stage
where sunlight or moonlight is sure to
1 to Stage 8.
shine through. Natural light can be more
Apps such as Gridwatch, MyEskom, and
gentle to your eyes rather than a flickering
EskomsePush are all available for down-
candle or a somewhat dull-looking solar
load on Android, IOS and the web.
light bulb.
2. stock up on solar light bulbs or re-
5. Prepare your school bag and uniform
chargeable lights
in advance
Candles can provide us with light during
If you have a morning exam session and
darkness, but you would need a better
want to go over a chapter before the
All you need to know about bursary applications Zodidi dano The struggle to secure funding for higher education has landed most students standing in unemployment queues trying to get a job while others keep their eyes out for bursary opportunities. For those who have a great academic record, but are financially unable to foot the bill for your tuition, a bursary may be the best way of securing that funding. Bursaries are often awarded to matric learners who will be pursuing qualifications at universities or colleges the following year. They are also awarded to university or college students who are already in their
study at a South African recognised university or college.
• Proof of tertiary registration with letterhead.
• You must prove financial need.
• Proof of household income (parents’/
What is needed to apply:
• Proof of residence (for bursaries that
guardians’ payslip) • A certified copy of your South African identity document. • A certified copy of your academic records.
cover certain regions only). are you required to pay back the funding in cash? No, some bursaries may say that you have to work for the company after graduating for a certain period only. What does a bursary cover?
undergraduate postgraduate.
According to the online bursary platform
Who qualifies for a bursary:
they may cover. Some cover full tuition
While different bursary programmes are aimed at different students for certain career paths or qualifications, there are often a few general standard requirements. • Some require that you be a South African citizen. • Are in matric or have passed your matric • Strong academic record, different bursaries look for certain standards of pass rates than others in different subjects. • Must be studying or have applied to
ZA Bursaries, the bursaries vary in what and living expenses such as accommodation, transportation, textbooks and laptops while others cover tuition only. How do i know the bursary is a scam? • If you are required to pay money to submit a bursary application. • If you have to submit your application to a free email account, like Gmail, yahoo, hotmail. There should be an official company email address.
4 ways to have a productive day Varsity edition Maryanne Isaac IF you choose to continue your studies post-matric then you know the struggle of having to consistently be study-focused and not tempted to add an extra two hours to the alarm. Starting your day off with enthusiasm, bright ideas, good intentions and a positive outlook can be challenging but not impossible. You just have to make a few changes to how you start your day, mentally and physically. Even if you attend every lecture or spend hours at the library every day, low productivity levels could make all of that seem meaningless. Being present or blankly staring at a computer screen all day with the intention of working but without
in achieving your weekly goal.
Find your quiet-study zone that faces a
Particularly with the student lifestyle of
wall or a desk, and has a perfect surround
meeting assignment deadlines, nights out
that looks less lively.
and binge-watching Netflix marathons – a
Create a timetable and assign work in
decent night’s sleep and waking up at the
time blocks, this will increase your produc-
crack of dawn can be difficult. However, a
tivity levels and you can assign smaller
routine and seven to eight hours of sleep
bite-sized tasks to each block.
goes hand-in-hand, especially if you want
Instead of, “I have the whole day to write
to start your day on the right foot.
this essay,” rather say, “I have until midday
Limit all screen time two hours before
to finish all my research and plan written
bedtime, as the blue light from these de-
up, so I can start writing when I get back
vices tricks your brain into thinking it’s still
from lunch.”
day time, making it harder to fall asleep if
According to studies, people are more
you use them at night.
productive when they assign themselves
Keep a daily planner diary to make notes
less time to do the work (within reason).
of upcoming deadlines so you can ef-
Set yourself time goals and it will give
fectively plan around them and prepare.
you a healthy dose of pressure to meet
Make notes of important tasks and rank
deadlines and you can be sure to get as
them according to its urgency, use differ-
much done as you can before you have
actually working doesn’t qualify as being
ent colour pens.
to stop.
productive or getting work done.
Plan your meals and snacks, and be sure
Being productive is probably the most
to take breaks and keep hydrated.
important skill you will develop as a stu-
thing new
dent and is a skill that will help you when
2. choose your study corner or work
you enter the workplace, and being able
desk carefully
to balance your social, academic, profes-
4. Finish a task before attempting someIt’s always best to finish what you started instead of completing half of it and get-
It’s a clear no-brainer that your study en-
ting distracted with something new and
vironment affects your productivity levels
in the back of your mind, you know you
and concentration. Carefully choosing
have to do it at some point. Prioritise and
where you work can make a big differ-
focus on getting important things done
ence to how much you actually get done
before starting another task that requires
in a day. From distractions to bustling traf-
your focus, time and energy. Make a list
A routine based on your daily require-
fic to overcrowded places – all of these
of things to do in chronological order of
ments and tasks will set a productive tone
can really zap your ability to focus.
importance.
sional and personal lives helps. Here are four ways to help increase your productivity levels: 1. create a distraction-proof routine
From high school to university: expectations and how to make the most of it Maryanne Isaac Whether you hail from a small community-based high school where everyone knows each other or from a popular and large high school, the transition to university can at first be quite daunting, and everyone has to go through it. Change is part of life and growth, and integrating into a university environment from high school also helps shape your career. “Once at university, students should make the most of what’s on offer for first-year students. Join clubs, get a peer buddy who has already successfully navigated first-year at university, attend all lectures, attend life-skills workshops, familiarise yourself with the physical environment as well as virtual facilities, get to know the important places and people, make friends and don’t be afraid to ask for help,” says Angeline Stephens, psychologist and Manager at the College of humanities, UKZN.
invest in your career development and
ence and familiarise yourself with the
explore social interests.
guidelines and faculty handbook, so you
Stephens also suggests that you give
know which subjects you will be able to
yourself time and plan and don’t leave
choose. the more you know, the more
registration to the last minute. there are
informed your subject choice will be.
different registration dates applicable for different institutions and for different degree choices. According to experts at Career Wise, universities want to see you succeed, and every student is important, but they do not offer the same support structures as your high school. “It will be up to you to take charge of your
Although with the pandemic and lock-
town or city, make your travel arrangements well in advance and ensure your application for student residence has been confirmed. 5. If you have secured a bursary, liaise with your sponsor company or person to ensure payment is on time for registration
university experience and motivate your-
and find out about the pay allowances.
self to think and work independently. You
6. From an academic point of view, you
should see this as an exciting opportunity to further your academic aspirations and invest in your career, while also learning and growing as an individual.” Here are a few guidelines when integrating into a tertiary environment. 1. Check your application status within your chosen education institute and note
Pandemic
4. If you’re studying away from your home
down important dates for registration and first-day orientation. Google calendar is
will need to motivate yourself and attend all your lectures and tutorials. try not to miss important lectures as it can be difficult at first to play catch-up in a new social environment. 7. Get to know your lecturers and form support structures with your peers. 8. effectively manage your time and challenge yourself intellectually. Apart from your lectures, do independent research in
an easy and reliable tool for important
your chosen field to stay one step ahead.
reminders.
9. Select a career that you will enjoy and
slightly more differently. When speaking
2. University correspondence will clearly
that you will find stimulating. Match your
to peers or lecturers, do so with a mask
indicate the dates you are expected to
and maintain social distancing at all times.
register on and what documents are
ests and aptitude.
South Africa has more than 20 public
needed for registration. Make sure that
universities and many private colleges
you have a registration flip file or an A4
10. read up on the local and national
that have numerous facilities and extra-
envelope to store all needed documents.
down regulations still in place, social activities and interactions will be done
curricular activities, which allows you to
3. read through all university correspond-
career choices to your personality, inter-
‘gaps’ and challenges within the employment sector. how do these relate to your own interests?
Here are 8 out of the box careers to consider Zodidi dano WITH the world constantly changing, more and more careers are booming, meaning there is no need to be stuck in a job that has lost its allure. There are many unconventional careers that might excite you.
treasures along the way. As far as quali-
on offer. A qualification in hospitality and
fications go, you may need some type of
writing will prepare you for a job as a food
financial qualification before getting into
critic.
antique appraising. But a lot of the job involves your own intensive research into antiques.”
6. Jewellery designer Jewellery design is the perfect career choice if you’re a creative, artistic person
3. drone pilot
who loves the beauty of jewellery. The
an HR manager at Oxbridge Academy.
Drone flying is one of the more unusual
artists learn their skills and knowledge
1. Beekeeper
careers. To become a drone pilot, you will
through specialised qualifications in jewel-
need to get a pilot’s licence to fly un-
lery design.
Here are some ideas from Ruth Jephthah,
Beekeepers are agricultural workers involved in the raising of bees. As a beekeeper, you will play an essential role in ensuring the supply of products such as honey, wax and specialised beauty products. Wearing protective equipment, you’ll be tasked with ensuring that beehives remain healthy and productive. “Most professional beekeepers have some sort of qualification in agriculture or zoology,” says Jephthah. 2. antique appraiser If old and valuable objects fascinate you, then being an antique appraiser could be the perfect job for you. “In this career, you’ll be assessing the value of a wide range of objects, discovering some real
manned aerial vehicles. Jephthah says these range from land surveillance to photography and videography, search and rescue missions and even deliveries.
7. aircraft Marshaller Aircraft marshallers are responsible for safely guiding aeroplanes and helicopters before departure and after landing. There is a specialised course for this job. “The
4. Bodyguard
job involves using a variety of body and
The job requires some bravery, and you’ll
paddle signals to communicate with the
usually need the right physical attributes
pilot and getting them safely in and out of
too. A qualification in security will set you
parking bays,” says Jephthah.
up for a job in this field. This is a career for those who are not scared of danger.
8. Snake handler The brave souls are tasked with remov-
5. Food Critic
ing snakes from areas such as houses or
Imagine being able to eat at top-class
workplaces, and they may also work at
restaurants for a living. Food critics get to
places such as reptile parks. To become a
dine out at glitzy establishments, assess-
snake handler, you need to take part in a
ing the quality of the food and experience
snake-handling course.
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