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An apprenticeship is a type of training that prepares you to do practical work Some diplomas include this training. These diplomas are NATED and National Vocational Training You could undergo an apprenticeship contract, this means that you will work within a company You could complete a learnership or receive practical training after previous qualifications There …
Looking for employment is a full-time job You have to stay motivated and encourage yourself to never quit You need to take a step back and think about your approach before applying for a job Being active in your job search, remodeling your CV, studying further, and never quitting are some key features to finding …
To prepare for an interview you need to do the following: Dress For Success Trial Run Location Research The Business And Your Interviewer/s Read The Job Description Be Early Prepare Some Questions For The Interviewer Practice Preparing for an interview may seem like an easy process, but there are a lot of things to take …
The University of South Africa (Unisa) and MTN, one of the largest mobile telecommunications networks in Africa, has teamed up with each other to give students a major boost for the upcoming May/June 2020 exams. During the Unisa May/June 2020 examination period, all currently registered Unisa students will receive 30GB worth of data per month …
The University of South Africa (UNISA) released a statement on 16 April 2020 regarding decisions the university is implementing towards the May/June 2020 exams. Many tertiary institutions were caught off-guard by the sudden appearance of the COVID-19 virus. This has put many in an awkward position to alter their plans towards their curriculum – especially …
It has been over a week since over UNISA staff members downed tools across the country, heading on strike. Over 4000 staff members and lecturers across seven regional campuses are striking, demanding an increase in salary of 9%. However, the university has thus far proposed a 6% increase. The strike, of which many of the …
Students who applied for a bursary at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will know the outcome of their NSFAS 2020 application by 6 January 2020. This comes after a lengthy 3-month application process where close to 500 000 students applied to study under a NSFAS bursary at either a public university or a …
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The University of South Africa (UNISA) issued a statement on Monday, 18 November regarding the leaking of exam papers for the October/November 2019 exams. Martin Ramotshela, UNISA spokesperson, issued regret on the university’s behalf over the incident. The university is working alongside the authorities on capturing the individual(s) responsible. . He stated that over 17 …
The Unversity of South Africa (UNISA) issued a statement on October 11 regarding changes the university is making to its 2020 qualification programme. During the recent UNISA application window for the 2020 academic year, many students were bemoaning the fact that they were not able to apply for certain qualifications. This was especially apparent when …
From 20 August to 27 September, the 2020 UNISA application window was open for under- and postgraduate qualifications. This provided students all over the country and abroad the chance to apply and study for a UNISA qualification in 2020. Now that the 2020 UNISA application window has closed, it’s time to reflect on the positives …
Lessons Learned During the 2020 UNISA Application Period Read More »
