Common myths about postgrad studies Don’t believe everything you hear! Postgraduate studies can seem intimidating, but these current and past students are here to help you navigate past any misconceptions standing in your way. You only need to focus on the specialised field that you have selected.
A postgrad would make me overqualified for an entry-level position.
“Even though one has registered maybe for Biochemistry, the project may lead you to learning about plant pathology, genomics and other fields. A person must start a project with an open mind and learn to work with people from other laboratories. At a postgraduate level it is not just about passing a test and moving on. It requires patience and willingness to learn from others while taking full responsibility for your own project.”
“This is not always the case, particularly if one wishes to work as a researcher, where an MSc or PhD is often required.”
– SINDISIWE BUTHELEZI, Application Specialist at ReSyn Biosciences
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– RAMONTSHENG RAPOLAKI, Researcher: Agrometeorology at the Agricultural Research Council
