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Q: How long do I have to study to get a qualification as an optometrist and where can I do these courses?
A: Firstly, you will have to study for four years to become a qualified optometrist. Many universities and technikon, or universities of technology, around the country offer a qualification in Optometry. This degree usually falls in the ‘Faculty of Health Sciences’ or ‘School of Allied Health Professions’ depending on the institution. We recommend that you browse through the Higher Education page on the FirstStep website to find out which institutions offer the course and which, in turn, suits your needs best.
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Q: What are the entrance requirements to study medicine at the University of Limpopo?
A: The entrance requirements to study medicine at the University of Limpopo can be found on the official website under the faculty of Health Science. Firstly, to study medicine you will need a Matric Exemption. The website gives information about all the different courses you will need to study to pass a degree in Medical Science [B.Sc. (Med. Sci)].
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In Response to: I am interested in doing a chef course. Could you please tell me what the requirements are and how much it costs?
Students who wish to pursue a career as a chef or be involved in food production and hospitality management are lucky in that there are numerous institutions around South Africa that offer the relevant courses. These institutions can be in the form of technikons as well as private schools and colleges.
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Q: I am very interested in studying Fraud Law and Auditing. There is a 1-yearbcourse at the University of Natal. I only have matric certificate. I would like to know if it's possible and how much would it cost for the course?
A: To study Law you will require a matric exemption. However, you may want to contact the university admissions and / or Law faculty to find out whether they have an alternate access policy for interested learners. It is also important to contact the department, as you will be provided with the most up to date information. To do so visit the University of KwaZulu Natal’s website: http://www.ukzn.ac.za
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By Paul Thomas
Expressions of work and education in our country change so quickly that anything you write about them is redundant by the time the ink dries.
While this can create a feeling of trepidation when negotiating post-school pathways to success, this shifting landscape also makes for an unending sea of possibilities for young South Africans looking to leave a meaningful foot-print on society’s beach and, in doing so, realise their country’s endless potential.
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