Career Guidance Cape Town

A-Z Careers List from Daily Maverick
We are taking you on an A-Z journey through some careers, spelling out what a particular career encompasses, as well as whether you need a degree or a diploma, what subjects you need to have done at high school and what the APS (Admission Point Score) is that different universities require to allow you entrance to your course of choice.

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A-Z Career Guide Deciding what you are going to do as a career, possibly for all of your adult life, is quite a daunting prospect.

BURSARIES OPEN FOR 2023
Companies across various sectors have already started accepting applications for bursaries.
Shoprite, Clicks, Sappi, and Anglo American, are some of the private companies in the country offering financial support to potential students of varying degrees.
Here's a list of available bursaries for the 2023 academic year

https://www.businessinsider.co.za/south-african-companies-open-for-bursaries-for-the-2023-academic-year-2022-7

From Shoprite to the Reserve Bank, to Toyota: Some of the companies whose bursaries are open | Businessinsider Shoprite, Clicks, Sappi, and Anglo American, are some of the private companies in the country offering financial support to potential students of varying degrees.

STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY ON-CAMPUS OPEN DAY
Don't miss out on this limited opportunity to attend their Open Day on campus. Entrance is via Quicket to visit certain faculties at the university, and only a small number of tickets are available.

23 April: STEM @ Maties
AgriSciences; Engineering and Science (Stellenbosch Campus)
Medicine and Health Sciences (Tygerberg Campus)

7 May: Social Sciences @ Maties
Arts and Social Sciences; Education and Theology (Stellenbosch Campus)

14 May: Business & Law @ Maties
Economic and Management Science and Law (Stellenbosch Campus)

Faculty programmes will be available from 22 March 2022 on www.maties.com.

PLEASE NOTE:
To ensure adherence to Covid-19 protocols, reservation of tickets will be essential. No ticket, no entry. Only one learner and one parent ticket will be available per family, per faculty session.
Arrangements are subject to the latest review of the COVID-19 regulations and is subject to change.

https://www.quicket.co.za/organisers/41171-stellenbosch-university-on-campus-open-day-series

STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY ON-CAMPUS OPEN DAY SERIES on Quicket Over the past century, it has grown into a South African higher education institution with the vision of being a leading research-intensive university on the African continent, globally recognised as excellent, inclusive and innovative and where knowledge is advanced in service of society.

UCT VIRTUAL OPEN DAY
SATURDAY 9TH APRIL 2022
Don't miss out on this opportunity to find out all the information you need about UCT's degrees and entrance requirements. These virtual presentations will answer all the specifics you need to understand and find a degree that might be suitable for you. Please share this link with others who might be interested.
http://www.students.uct.ac.za/students/prospective/open-days #:~:text=The%20risks%20considered%20last%20year,available%20at%20a%20later%20date.

Open Day | UCT Students The annual UCT Open Day is aimed at high school learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12, their families and teachers. Due to restrictions necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was hosted virtually in 2021. The risks considered last year remain present, and therefore we will host the 2022 UCT Vir...

WESTERN CAPE YOUTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The Premier's Advancement of Youth (PAY) Project aims to create the opportunity for matriculants to gain workplace experience in the Western Cape Government (WCG). The internship allows for a year of mentoring, decision-making about a future career, on-the-job training and exposure to skills training and development to make the intern more employable.

Applications for the First Work Experience PAY Project open annually. The programme provides matriculants between the ages of 17-24 with work experience and training within one of the 13 Western Cape Government Departments from 1 April 2022 till 31 March 2023.

Premier's Advancement of Youth (PAY) Project Are you a matriculant looking for work experience? Then the PAY project is the perfect opportunity for you!

WAITING FOR YOUR MATRIC RESULTS?
Here are the steps taken by the education department before the results can be released to the learners, including the dates of release. https://www.skillsportal.co.za/content/heres-full-matric-results-release-schedule

Here's The Full Matric Results Release Schedule In just a few weeks, the Grade 12 Matric Class of 2021 will receive their examination results. Here are the steps taken by the education department before the results can be released to the learners. Step 1 - Matrics Begin Final Exams

STUDYING IN 2022 AND STILL NEED STUDENT FUNDING?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has extended its deadline for student financial aid to 21 January 2022. Please click on link below for details. https://businesstech.co.za/news/government/549238/south-africa-extends-student-funding-deadline-for-2022-heres-how-to-apply/

South Africa extends student funding deadline for 2022 – here’s how to apply The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has extended the deadline for student financial aid to 21 January 2022.

OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS, ATHLETES AND ARTISTS TO STUDY AT UNIVERSITIES IN THE USA. LEARN HOW YOU CAN RECEIVE BURSARIES - LIVE 16th of September 18:30 PM (SAST) NO REPLAY
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IAM 360 | Bursaries Webinar 2021 Find out how you can attend your dream school in the USA, play sport and/or pursue performing/visual arts whilst studying towards a University degree.

STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PROCESS WEBINAR. Wednesday 23rd June 18:00.
Find out all the details that you need to know to apply for a degree at Stellenbosch University. Please click on the link below, as you need to register for this event to receive a link to join the webinar. http://www.sun.ac.za/english/Lists/Events/DispForm.aspx?ID=4926&RootFolder=%2Fenglish%2FLists%2FEvents&Source=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Esun%2Eac%2Eza%2Fenglish%2FPages%2Fdefault%2Easpx

SOUTH AFRICAN UNIVERSITIES RATED IN THE LIST OF THE TOP UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD.
As I work in Cape Town, it is fantastic to see UCT, UWC and SUN listed in the top Universities in SA. See details at https://businesstech.co.za/news/business/497087/these-are-the-9-best-universities-in-south-africa-2/

These are the 9 best universities in South Africa Higher education analysts, QS Quacquarelli Symonds has published the eighteenth edition of the QS World University Rankings, with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) celebrating an unbroken decade as the world’s best tertiary institution.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN STUDYING A SCIENCE DEGREE?
This information video from UCT Science faculty will provide you with all the information that you need to know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMRk8rlUF1U

A guide to undergraduate studies in Science at UCT Are you thinking of studying Science, but you aren't sure it's the right choice? This video will help you to consider your options, as well as understand the...

IS YOUR TEENAGER INTERESTED IN STUDYING ABROAD?
Join this webinar, today Friday 21st May, to answer all your questions. Use this link below for details.

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STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL SCIENCE WEEK 13-15 JUNE
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ARE YOU STUDYING TOWARDS A CAREER WITH STRONG EMPLOYMENT PROSPECTS?
XPATWEB’S Critical Skills Survey 2020/21 showed 77 percent of organisations were struggling to recruit and obtain critical skills in South Africa for their local and cross-border operations. According to the latest survey, the top ten skills businesses were struggling to recruit include engineers (18 percent), ICT (13 percent); foreign language speakers (10 percent); media and marketing specialists (9 percent); artisans (8 percent); C-suite executives (7 percent); senior financial executives (6 percent); health professions and related clinical sciences (5 percent); science professionals (4 percent) and accounting (1 percent). Specific details are in this article published by IOL. https://www.iol.co.za/business-report/companies/struggle-to-recruit-staff-for-the-top-ten-most-skilled-jobs-in-sa-d08c770d-c318-4ff3-82b1-c34610b64e33

Struggle to recruit staff for the top ten most skilled jobs in SA Xpatweb’s Critical Skills Survey 2020/21 showed 77 percent of organisations were struggling to recruit and obtain critical skills in South Africa for their local and cross-border operations.

"I WOULD LIKE TO CHOOSE A CAREER THAT IS IN DEMAND!"
The latest monthly jobs index from Career Junction for the month of February 2021, highlights the job skills that are currently sought-after in South Africa. Keep up to date by reading this recent article published in Businesstech. https://businesstech.co.za/news/business/476754/the-most-in-demand-job-skills-in-south-africa-right-now-6/

The most in-demand job skills in South Africa right now The latest monthly jobs index from CareerJunction for the month of February 2021, highlights the job skills that are currently sought-after in South Africa.

THE CAREER CHOICES OF THE FUTURE ARE CHANGING
Many of the parents I speak to find it difficult to advise their children on career choice, as the options have changed so much. Here is an article that discusses some of the interesting new career choices on the horizon.
https://www.getsmarter.com/blog/career-advice/job-demand-10-years/

Which Jobs Will Be In Demand In The Next 10 Years? | GetSmarter Blog In 10 years, will your job become obsolete, or are you in an industry that’s safe? Here's how you can adapt, upskill and reinvent yourself.

FOR LOVERS OF TECHNOLOGY, SCIENCE AND MATHS
Have a look at the details of Stellenbosch University Engineering Faculty. Below is some information about their Virtual Open Day (17th April, sign up now for extra information), as well as a link to a video that gives you an exciting insight into the world of Engineering.

Virtual Open Day: Saturday, 17 April 2021
Are you interested in finding out how engineers go about applying science and technology in order to improve the world at large, or are you perhaps planning to pursue a career in engineering?

If so, do visit the Faculty of Engineering stall during Stellenbosch University's very first virtual (online) Open Day from 08:00 to 14:00 on Saturday, 17 April 2021.

Our Faculty's virtual Open Day will include an online chat function, online information sessions, video tours, as well as access to brochures and other important information (do keep an eye out for the FAQ documents).

Information with regards to the relevant web link will be shared a bit closer to the time, but you might want to register for this event in the meantime (click HERE). Registration for the virtual Open Day is not compulsory, but by entering your details, you automatically subscribe to our Open Day newsletter - this means that you will receive plenty of useful information before the virtual Open Day takes place.

Please feel free to contact us if you require any additional information in this regard.

https://youtu.be/oLZP9EThZNM

Stellenbosch University Engineering Open Day 2019 Have a look at the 2019 Engineering Open Day hosted by the Faculty of Engineering at Stellenbosch University.Be sure not to miss the 2020 Open Day:- Date: Sa...

WERE YOU DISAPPOINTED WITH YOUR MATRIC RESULTS?
The year 2020 was a very difficult one for our matriculants and some learners are contacting me to reassess their options. This excellent article has all the information you need to know about options such as remarks, rewrites and plan changes. https://www.news24.com/parent/learn/freeexamresources/matric-past-exam-papers/failed-matric-dont-worry-heres-your-second-chance-20160106-2

Disappointing matric results? Here are your options | Parent Don't fret! From remarking your exams to completely redoing your subjects – there are so many options available to you.

ARE YOU A UCT STUDENT OF 2021!
The start of O-Week (orientation) is a short while a way and life is suddenly a whole lot more exciting! UCT have produced an excellent informational video to help you understand what is planned for the start of this study year - watch and enjoy! https://youtu.be/3Q2vGagWLec

Destination UCT - 2021 Welcome, incoming students to the University of Cape Town. We look forward to welcoming you as part of the UCT community. Orientation is a time of celebratio...

I send my best wishes to all my clients who wrote matric (NSC) in 2020. May your results be everything you wished for. When you have finished celebrating, please share the good news with me!!

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN DATA SCIENCE?
You might be interested in finding out more through this free, online, introductory Data Science workshop.
https://www.datacamp.com/courses/data-science-for-everyone?utm_source=fb_paid&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BET_DS_everyone&&utm_term=prospecting&fbclid=IwAR2x7lywLADP_cQpisjmSzfcG3mgPBimqmG6hi0-kdprS5DGX1a5Fy8GjIA

Data Science for Everyone An introduction to data science with no coding involved.

STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY 17th April 2021

This will be a virtual event and learners can log on to learn about the different faculties and degrees. If you go to the link below it is possible to register for this virtual event and to receive much more additional information by email. Please click the SHARE button below to inform friends of this event. http://www.sun.ac.za/english/Lists/Events/DispForm.aspx?ID=4791&RootFolder=%2Fenglish%2FLists%2FEvents&Source=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Esun%2Eac%2Eza%2Fenglish%2FPages%2Fdefault%2Easpx

IS YOUR TEENAGER CONSIDERING INTERNATIONAL STUDY?
Do you have a son or daughter who is considering studying at a world leading university in the US, UK or EU?!
Join our admissions experts on Saturday, February 13.
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The Ultimate US, UK & EU University Summit ➡️Join Us on February 13th!