Getting Ahead at
Tertiary Institutions
All Universities have specialized services to help you cope with transitioning to Tertiary Institutions
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It is evident from the struggles of first-year students that, despite the efforts made by high schools to prepare learners for the university experience, many are still unprepared.
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That’s why all tertiary institutions offer counseling services to help learners navigate the transition from high school to university more effectively.
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It is also no longer taboo to receive counselling, or to ask for help.
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It is important to recognize your struggles and reach out for help.
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Parents should also familiarize themselves with the details of these services to better assist their children when difficulties arise.
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These are a few universities in the Western Cape and the services they offer:
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Stellenbosch University
SU has a Centre for Student Counselling and Development and offers the following services;
Disability Unit
Unit for academic Counselling and Development
Unit for Graduand Career Services
Unit for Psychotherapeutic and Support Services
After-Hours Support for SU Students
University of the Western Cape
UWC has a Centre for Student Support Services which has the following services:
Office for Leadership and Social Responsibility
Office for Academic Support
The Office for Students with Disabilities
Therapeutic Services
University of Cape Town
UCT has a dedicated Student Wellness Service which offers the following services:
Counselling Services
Medical Services
Peer Activities
Pharmaceutical Services
Crisis Intervention
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
CPUT has a Student Counselling Centre which provides psychosocial support to all students which comprises the following services;
Individual Counselling
Career Counselling
Wellness Programmes
Peer Helper Services
Northlink College
Northlink has a Student Support Service which has the following offerings;
Social & Emotional Wellbeing
Academic Success
Career Development
Physical Wellness
False Bay College
False Bay has a dedicated Student Support and Development Services which include the following:
Careers Counselling
Personal Counselling
Learning Assistance
Inclusive Education Support
When it comes to hiring candidates, many will have similar qualifications, but what sets you apart is what you did beyond your studies.
Employers care about what you studied and your grades, but being a graduate demonstrates that you’ve chosen a specific path, stuck with it, and completed what you started.
Your extracurricular activities will definitely help you stand out in this regard.
These activities not only teach you the skills specific to the activity, but also invaluable interpersonal skills that are essential for thriving in any workplace.
Additionally, they provide opportunities to make friends, expand your network, and foster personal development and growth.
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