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Editorials general Petrus Lombard The latest on our language policy Project Manager: JuniorTukkie Page 27 Page 2 SA Ubuntu Foundation Setlogane Manchidi Page 27 Head: Investec Social Investment Jeugdag – 16 Junie 2016 Page 2 Page 28 The grass is not always greener on the other side FEEL GOOD Page 29 Study finance and financial aid Women Development Bank Trust Page 31 Conference Page 3 How much do you care about people faculty news around you? Page 5 Education Page 35 Engineering, Built Environment and Newsmaker Information Technology Page 37 Carla Greenland Health Sciences Page 7 Page 39 Humanities Page 41 career focus: Economic Law and Management Page 43 Sciences Natural and Agricultural Sciences Page 45 Industrial Psychology and Theology Human Resource Management Page 50 Page 9 Veterinary Science Unlock your potential with a degree Page 51 from the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Page 12 Residences at up Residence placement CREATIVITY Page 55 House Olympus Innovative teaching and learning that Page 57 benefits you! House Curlitzia Page 13 Page 58 MakerSpace Page 15 Youth Spark Innovation Grant Winners TuksSport View the JuniorTukkie Page 16 Olympic Games (Rio 2016) – FLY@UP magazine online: Tuks students do us proud Page 17 Page 59 www.up.ac.za/ juniortukkie> juniortukkie Disclaimer: This publication contains information JT magazine about regulations, policies, tuition fees, curricula and JuniorTukkie App programmes of the University of Pretoria applicable at the time of printing. Amendments to or updating of the Project manager, editor and writer: Page 21 information in this publication may be effected from Anthea Pretorius The JuniorTukkie Generation time to time without prior notification. The accuracy, correctness or validity of the information contained Page 22 in this publication is therefore not guaranteed by the Design and layout: JuniorTukkie Winter School University at any given time and is always subject to Elke Momberg verification. The user is kindly requested to verify the Page 26 Dreamwave Design Solutions correctness of the published information with the University at all times. Failure to do so will not give www.dreamwavedesign.co.za rise to any claim or action of any nature against the University by any party whatsoever. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 2
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The Creativity, JuniorTukkie an ability in Office all who care The JuniorTukkie (JT) Office is to find it expanding and many exciting things lie ahead! Our vision is When everyone thinks to not only attract top quality alike, no-one is really learners from all culture thinking. groups, but to build long-term I find creativity to be suitable relationships with them. and appropriate for this editorial note because it forces us to think We have hundreds of success stories to tell. differently about things we see Empowering JuniorTukkies through our various and experience on a daily basis. programmes makes their transition from school It is through creativity that we are to university so much easier. able to carve paths where others have not. People often believe that The FLY@UP programme assists students to creativity is an ability reserved for try new ways of doing things – graduate in the minimum duration allowed for some who are supposedly lucky to tapping, either consciously or each degree. The Graduate Career Office also have it. On the contrary, I am of the unconsciously, into your God-given brings students and employees together. view that creativity is in all of us – creativity abilities. we just need to dig a little deeper Our corporate social investment projects and to realise this talent within us. If what you see depends on where the JT/Parents information sessions are well you stand, as once suggested by attended because they add so much value. We are at times stunned by Albert Einstein, then I challenge you others’ creativity levels, sometimes to change your standing position. Our Maths and Science Project in Mamelodi even labelling them as strange, Please look up and move around with its various interventions as we partner particularly if their creativity until you see what others don’t. with independent schools, adds a new seems to test and challenge our For thinking creatively does not dimension to the JuniorTukkie initiative. norms. This forgets that every only connect ‘A’ and ‘B’ or ‘E’ and time we choose to be normal ‘F’ but rather ‘A’ with ‘Z’ or ‘B’ with Learners all over South Africa, we invite or the same, we rob ourselves ‘Y’. This will help us realise that we you to become members of the JuniorTukkie of the opportunity to be out of cannot always simply explain life’s Club and if you are already a student, join the the ordinary. You see, thinking associated challenges and possible JT Student Society and participate in the creatively or ‘out the box’ is what I solutions in a chronological order. JT Ambassadors Programme. You will have would like to encourage, especially For in creativity, any flow can be the opportunity to assist learners in your in a country such as ours where turned on its head, upside down or own community. You can pay it forward by various socio-economic challenges even sideways. investing what you have received and making are so real for the majority of a difference in the lives of other learners in the our population and need urgent In true Investec entrepreneurial area you come from. resolution. spirit, I am challenging all of you to not only think creatively but to Come and find out more about our JT e-learning My true belief in creativity is the also live creatively with no fear of opportunity and download the JuniorTukkie APP, acknowledgement that we are failure. For it is in failing that we which will ensure you receive critical information all artists in different shapes realise our growth and associated as it happens at the University. and forms. Me, an artist, you possibilities. are probably asking? Yes, you We would like you to consider the University of are an artist, able to stimulate Pretoria, where the JT Office will assist you in different thinking either through Go out there, be making a sound career choice and finding your maths, science, poetry, singing, feet on campus so that you can flourish in your dancing, writing or speaking. ambitious and chosen programme. Once again, yes you are an artist, constantly pushing imagination lead creatively. Join the JuniorTukkie Club today! and boundaries, mixing colours (www.up.ac.za/juniortukkie) in clothing or homes, or project Regards management diagrams that nobody thought possible. An Setlogane Manchidi Petrus Lombard artist, always eager to test and Head: Investec Social Investment Project Manager: JuniorTukkie 3 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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Two JuniorTukkie (JT) students, who have graduated recently, Phangisile Sibeko and Sylvia Moshabesha, had the wonderful opportunity of attending a Conference for women in Pretoria from 11 to 15 July 2016. Phangisile Sibeko and Sylvia Moshabesha
The invitation was issued by Ms Zanele Mbeki, who is the For this reason the topic of the Dialogue Session this year founder and patron of the Women Development Bank was: Making poverty history. Questions that were addressed (WDB) Trust. included: How do we end poverty and create livelihoods and wealth The WDB was founded in 1991 as a microfinance programme practically and sustainably? serving poor women who live in under-resourced rural Who is poor? communities. Over the past 25 years the WDB has grown Where are they? into a public benefit organisation, which supports many What can government, industry, communities and development programmes. The WDB Investment Holding individuals do to change the situation? Company funds the programmes of the Trust. It is important that women find strategies to hasten their own Women from all over South Africa, including beneficiaries inclusion in the economy. Women must be agents of their of their programmes, business women, rural and urban own history. entrepreneurs, academics and students came together and were inspired and challenged to bring their thoughts and “We need to celebrate the achievements of all South African expertise to the fore in finding ways to make poverty a thing women. Ours is a new march towards the AU Vision 2063, as of the past. They shared ideas on methods that are effective well as to meet the targets set down in the UN Sustainable and searched for more practical ways to end poverty and Development Goals to 2030.” (Dr Thandi Ndlovu, CEO of create sustainable livelihoods for families and communities. Motheo Construction Group)
Women Development Bank Trust’s The third plenary session dealt with the impact of financial 25th Anniversary Celebration inclusion for women. According to the World Bank, when women have access to financial services (bank accounts, Together with hundreds of ladies from all walks of life in loans, etc), their bargaining power in society increases. South Africa, Phangisile and Sylvia celebrated the 25 years of the WDB’s existence. During this time thousands of women in Women are disproportionately more financially excluded rural areas have benefited from the micro loans the Women than men and this dismal state of affairs is worse among Development Bank has provided, which has enabled them to rural women than urban women. This remains one of the start up a small business. The WDB also presents a range of main challenges to women’s success in entrepreneurship and workshops that equip women with skills that enable them to business development. Women also need greater access to, earn an income through crafts and a range of handiwork. and control of productive assets, in order to access markets and succeed as entrepreneurs. Unfortunately women still face many cultural barriers, for example that men traditionally South Africa remains seriously remain household decision-makers and property is always registered in the man’s name. challenged by the developmental issues of poverty, unemployment We are the change that Africa has been waiting for.
(which currently stands at 25%), Contact information and inequality. Over half of Women Development Bank Tel +27 (0)11 341 9900 South Africans live below the Email [email protected] poverty line and 10% live in Website http://25years.wdbtrust.org.za extreme poverty. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 4
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“Ms. Zanele Mbeki and her team have irrigated “Recently, my friend Sylvia Moshabesha, and I were my belief that women have great potential and in honoured to be invited to attend this prestigious the face of poverty, so many have taken a stand affair. Being in the midst of so many influential and become the change they want to see in their and successful women in South Africa has honestly communities. instilled a sense of hope in me that I too one day can contribute towards making South Africa a I have learned that it is not impossible to reach people who better place. are financially challenged. Empowerment also means being there and listening to others. Sometimes our stagnations To be honest, I didn’t know what to expect. I had never are mental or emotional. We all know the sting of pain and heard of WDB. I was intimidated being in the company of we try hard to cover it up. Sometimes people let go of their over 700 women from across South Africa for an entire dreams. I have learned that we need to heal, and we need week, because I had never had to relate to such a large to retain hope and be persistent, before we will become group of people before. It took me out of my comfort zone, empowered. but my curiosity allowed me to embrace the Conference to the best of my ability. We are all part of this nation and continent and whatever assistance or empowerment, be it financial and non- One of the key lessons which I learnt is that humility doesn’t financial services; promoting a sustainable non-sexist cost a thing. Women who came from the most rural parts society or promoting self-reliant communities that are fully of the country welcomed me as one of their own. The love participant in the country’s socio-economic transformation, which I felt from these women was truly phenomenal. this 25 year-old dream remains in the hearts of all women. It is so easy to judge a person based on the background which they come from but I met young ladies who were this does not define who they so grateful just to have had a are. We are so stereotypical chance to come to Pretoria. In about women who come from their wildest dreams they would impoverished circumstances ever be able to do so. I have so that we tend to label them with much to be grateful for! names which are completely the opposite of who they are. I met professional affiliates These women have a lot of who are keen to empower wisdom acquired through the and employ graduates in their hardships of life. They have companies. Selflessness is a created so much, despite key to greater achievement. We access to so few resources and were encouraged to influence opportunities. They all started change and to dream again by something small, and their Dr Mamphela Ramphele and sense of independence and Ms Nonkululeko Gobodo. perseverance inspired me to do my best no matter what! I personally took from Ms Nonkululeko that in every dream No good deed goes unrewarded. there lies a power of fulfilment.” Dr Vuyo Mahlati confirmed it by saying, ‘We need to look at Quotes the little we have and see how we can empower ourselves Dr Mamphela Ramphele – with it.’ These women did exactly that! Despite many “One dream is not enough. Dream over and over again. hardships, these women work with the little that is at their Never stop dream. Each new dream, is better than the disposal, to better their lives and circumstances. They didn’t last. Reimagine a South Africa without poverty.” let their circumstances define them, but instead chose to Ms Nonkululeko Gobodo – rise above them and strive towards a better life. “Do not dream passively. Your dreams are achievable. Pursue your dreams, for in every dream, there is the I am at a crossroads with regards to the career that I power of fulfilment.” should pursue. During the panel discussions I realised that Ms Irene Charnley – whatever path I choose to follow it must be one which “Decision-making and acting on the decisions are the key will leave a feeling of satisfaction. I need to know that my to achievement. Be decisive and active. You can do it.” efforts have made a difference in somebody’s life. I need to stay true to myself. As a woman, I have a lot of potential. “The dialogue session has inspired many students to start The bigger I dream, the better the outcome. All it takes their own commission as SA students in dialogue. They is hard work, commitment and faith that one day, I will came up with a constitution and are fired up to bring it into achieve all that I aspire to accomplish.” action and involve other students. We are all different, but in our differences there is gold. Together that gold founts glory. The baton was passed on to us. We have to run the Phangisile Sibeko race, one step at a time.”
Sylvia MT Moshabesha 5 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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“Do not wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person.” (Mother Teresa)
How much do you care about people around you?
By Prof Kobus Maree
Please stop for a moment and I now wish to ask you two questions: as for making a social contribution. In consider what it means to be given the Firstly, what made you decide to other words, the purpose of work is opportunity to study at Tukkies. It’s easy become what you intend to become? In twofold: to agree with the following statement: other words, which factors, influences to achieve self-completion, realise Here, now, is a splendid opportunity or people helped you make up your your potential so you can find a job, to realise your potential, one that you mind regarding a field of study? A earn a decent income and provide must grab with both hands. Here is teacher? Your parents? A career for your family; but also your chance to get a degree (or many counsellor? Your friends? TV? to make social contributions degrees); to meet wonderful friends; through one’s work (namely, to give to learn from the very best lecturers Secondly: Please define the word “job”, something back to society). imaginable; to qualify to become the work, career or whichever term you career practitioner you have always prefer to describe what you want to Does this definition sound acceptable wanted to be, whether a medical become after completing your studies, to you? Or have you never given doctor, an architect, a teacher, a lawyer, and reflect on the environment in which the second part a thought? You will an engineer, an accountant … to name you wish to realise your potential. probably be interested to learn that the but a few. Furthermore, studying will notion of making a social contribution equip you with survival skills that will Finished thinking? I wish you could is not limited to the field of career help you to move ahead in life, to share your answers with me in person! counselling only, neither is it even find a job in which you can be happy particularly new. Quite the opposite! and design a successful life. This is a Now consider the word “career”. Here Those of you who have read my article fact: For the vast majority of students, is a definition coined by Prof Mark on emotional-social intelligence in a studying at the University of Pretoria Savickas, global leader in the field of previous issue of the JuniorTukkie would (UP) represents the fulfilment of a life- career counselling, and a scholar who probably have noticed that “social long dream. received an honorary doctorate from responsibility” is one of the key facets the University of Pretoria in 2009 for of emotional-social intelligence. If life consists of choices, here is an his pioneering work in the field of opportunity that you can’t miss. career counselling: A career provides a You may remember that I urged mechanism for social integration as well you to find practical ways of helping University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 6
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others, in other words, to make social only yourself. It is important that you poor and the destitute. In doing so, she contributions. Again, this is nothing understand that, in doing something became a role model whose laudable new. Universities across the world have for others, you are contributing to the and selfless efforts have virtually for a long time, accepted the principle general welfare of humanity at large. elevated her to the status of a saint. A of making it compulsory for students When the bell tolls, it tolls for you. deeply respected and beloved icon, she to do exactly this. Whether we call this continues to inspire millions of persons endeavour community engagement, The words of Jesus (Matthew 25:40) across the globe to make a change in service learning, facilitating social ring curiously true here: “The King will the lives of others. She will live forever justice, community service or answer them, I tell you with certainty, in the hearts and minds of those who community upliftment is immaterial. since you did it for one of the least strive to emulate what she has done, The only thing that matters is that the important of these brothers of mine, thereby honouring her legacy. idea of social responsibility is a good you did it for me.” one, and that it is here to stay. Isn’t it great to know that you, too, have I have always believed that we should the talent to become a role model, a The fact that we live in a global village not expect the government alone to person whose mere name conjures up forces us to make students aware of try and change the lives of the poor. If timeless values? the need not only to study and live well we really wish to see change happen for themselves, but also for others. in South Africa, we all need to become Please note that you do not need to be This is the reason why medical doctors involved by giving of ourselves; by a millionaire to bring about change in and many other professionals are donating food, clothing, money, our the lives of others. Neither do you have compelled to do a two-year community time and expertise; by urging our to begin your efforts in the deepest service stint after having qualified. friends and colleagues to do likewise; part of Africa. Charity still begins at We need to plough back into our and by encouraging corporate home. Just open your eyes, heart and communities because we have no businesses to donate funding. mind to what is happening around choice but to reach out to others – to you and you will soon discover the the voiceless, the poorest of the poor, There is so much we can do. The good myriad of opportunities that exist to the most vulnerable members of news is that, in giving, we receive, make a change for the better in your society, to those whose very existence and abundantly so. I could share environment. As someone once said: and well-being depend on the goodwill wonderful and uplifting stories, such as Blossom where God has planted you. of others. Robert Kennedy summed up psychiatric patients who were healed this principle in the following words: by taking care of others, by shifting If my experience is anything to go by, “As long as there is plenty, poverty is their inner focus from their own pain this is a guaranteed way to make sure evil.” Closer to home, Anton Rupert and problems to focussing on the pain that the world at large respects you. commented: “As my buurman honger and needs of others. I can personally I have learnt over the years that the slaap, kan ek nie gerus slaap nie.” attest to this. In fact, sometimes, in the world values nothing more than one’s middle of a large informal settlement willingness to help others. Does the Soon after enrolling at UP, you will be or dilapidated township, I marvel at name Nelson Mandela ring a bell? introduced to the uplifting, exciting the love and acceptance that people so and challenging world of community graciously and effortlessly bestow upon service. However, despite not being myself and my co-workers. allowed to decline taking part in “The other day community outreach programmes, After involvement in numerous it remains your choice as to whether community upliftment projects over I dreamed that you will complete your community many years, I can honestly state that service assignments grudgingly and the one facet of my life that has never I was at the reluctantly (“only because I have to do failed to raise my spirits in troubled so”), or whether you will find this part times is being in the fortunate position gates of heaven. of your studies a most enlightening and to do something for others, especially inspiring, enriching part of your student those that cannot defend themselves. St. Peter said years. To share in the pain but also the love – Go back to of others, to try to make a difference in At the risk of repeating myself, I wish the lives of the most vulnerable but also Earth. There to emphasise the following: The degree the most inspiring sector of society has that you will eventually obtain from UP, been a rich reward indeed. What the are no slums will in due course become immaterial; defenceless and the vulnerable have a mere piece of paper to prove that you given me in return, is priceless: a deep up here.” once spent some time in the hallowed sense of fulfilment and gratitude for the halls of this respected and stately opportunity to be able to do what I do. (Mother Teresa quoted in institution. What will matter down the conversation with Prince Michael years will be whether you really care A last word: Mother Teresa received the of Greece in 1996). for others and whether you use your Nobel Prize for Peace for her efforts talents in the service of others and not among the dying, the poorest of the 7 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Newsmaker Carla Greenland (Faculty of Education)
Carla Greenland
Carla was a pupil at Brooklyn I lost many friends while I was ill, but in the BEd (Foundation Phase Teaching) Primary School and Pretoria High today I don’t take life for granted. I live – Pre-primary to Grade 3 programme School for Girls. As a little girl she every day to the full. God gave me life and she obtained her degree cum lined up her teddy bears and taught and to honour Him I give my absolute laude. She has had the opportunity them everything she had learned best in everything I do. I know that to present a paper at numerous at school that day. She admits that appearances mean very little. What conferences on the integration of IT she considered a medical career, but really matters is our heart and passion.” into the preschool curriculum and on followed her heart into education. Carla creative teaching techniques. enrolled for the BEd (Foundation Phase In terms of education Carla’s Teaching) – Pre-primary to Grade 3 primary interests are: Carla’s journey to Cornwall programme. Hill College How young children learn and TUKS is a world-class engage while playing. Teaching “At my previous school, I taught Grade 1 institution pre-school children basic coding for two years. I loathed having to use skills so that they can be creators, worksheets, which I feel stifle a learner’s “Being a family girl I could not imagine and not just consumers of creativity and problem solving skills. studying anywhere but at Tuks, where technology. At Cornwall Hill College I started teaching Grade 0 at Cornwall I would be close to my family. I loved we have programmable robots, Hill College in 2013 and loved every my student days! My involvement with called Bee-Bots, which we use from minute of it! Tuks Creative Student Organisation Grade 00, so children from the age and their community outreach projects, of four are now taught concrete I was appointed as Deputy Principal was unbelievable. My parents are coding skills. at the end of 2014 and my main role very supportive and their motto is: At the end of Grade 0 they can was to roll out the use of IT in the Just do your best! My husband always program aeroplanes to take off and preschool curriculum. I also helped with encourages me to do what I love and land using block coding skills. We learner support and other managerial we are both professional clowns. I need to integrate thinking skills into functions. am also sustained by my faith. Two education by encouraging children lecturers who mean much to me are to ask questions and answer them At the end of 2015, at the age of 28, Ms Annalie Botha and Dr Judy van using the TASC framework, Habits of I was appointed as Principal of the Heerden.” Mind and Edward de Bono’s thinking Preschool. I love being challenged and hats. It is important to us to develop this year has been filled with many A life-changing event our children into 21st century challenges, but teaching is my passion, thinkers. so I pursue it with intensity.” “When I was 10, I was diagnosed with Project-based learning uses a Dermatomyositis. I had no reflexes child’s interests as a foundation A last word… in my arms or legs. Doctors feared and teachers then guide their the disease would weaken my heart discovery process through questions “Learn from everyone you meet. muscles and respiratory system, so high and answers. Typically projects can Our country needs teachers to doses of cortisone were prescribed, last a day, a week, a month or the be exceptional, not mediocre. Be which caused me to gain weight. Often whole year. passionate about what you do. Be in malls people would point at me and zealous about your calling. The placard laugh. After much prayer my disease Carla was nominated for Golden Key on my door says: Together may we count dropped, but it was a long two International Honour Society member- give our children the roots to grow years of treatment before I was healed. ship; she was the top academic achiever and the wings to fly. I live by this.” ‘Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes and having fun.’
Mary Lou Cook 9 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management
Did you know… What is the difference between IOP and HRM?
To become an Industrial and Organisational Psychologist (IOP) or a Human Resource Practitioner or Manager (HRM), Human Resource Manager (HRM) you can apply for BCom (Human Resource Management). They manage people using workplace policies and procedures to ensure that they are effective and Why is this a Commerce degree in the Faculty productive. of Economic and Management Sciences?
A great benefit of our programme is that because you are Industrial and Organisational Psychologist (IOP) earning a BCom, you will not only learn IOP and HRM, but They use knowledge of the psychology of human you will also gain a wider knowledge of business, which behaviour to ensure that people work “better” in the will make you marketable for any number of business job workplace. opportunities.
01 THE UNDERGRADUATE JOURNEY
Register and complete the BCom (Human Resource Management)
Minimum requirements for 2018 Achievement level Programme Afrikaans or English Mathematics APS NSC/IEB HIGCSE AS-Level A-Level NSC/IEB HIGCSE AS-Level A-Level BCom (Human Resource Management) [3 years] Closing dates: 5 3 C C 4 3 D D 30 SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
What will you study in the first three years?
Year one How to keep employees safe and healthy in the Introduction to industrial and organisational workplace psychology How to manage the diversity of people in the How learning takes place at work workplace Personality and how it develops How to conduct psychometric tests (eg aptitude, How humans interact with their environment interest, intelligence and personality) and the different roles we occupy in society Year three Year two How to define what a specific job entails and to The role of work teams in an organisation and determine appropriate salary structures thereof group’s behaviour How to plan for workforce recruitment, selection Congratulations! The effect of power and leadership in and orientation for newly appointed employees Now you have organisations How to measure the performance of employees your degree in How organisations are structured and designed and motivate them toward organisational goals HRM! The best ways to bring about change in the How to train and develop employees to enhance workplace their performance and career potential University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 10
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02 THE HONOURS JOURNEY
What can I do with Register for the MCom (Human this degree? Admission is based on Resource Management) or the achieving a minimum MCom (Industrial and Organisation A variety of rewarding average of 65% in Psychology) career opportunities exist, the BCom (Human which include: Resource Management) Duration of the MCom (Human Training and programme. Resource Management) or the development: New MCom (Industrial and Organisation employee orientation, Duration of the Honours Psychology): 2 years training and career in Human Resource planning Management: 1 year Steps Administration: Year one: Course work Managing personnel Subjects include: Year two: Dissertation research records, preparing Group dynamics and completion of an internship statistics about staff Employee wellness programme and their human capital Labour relations Write and pass the HPCSA HR Planning and Psychometrics Board exam provision: Staffing, Organisational register with the HPCSA as an recruitment, selection, change Industrial Psychologist placement, transferrals, Diversity register with the SABPP as promotions, and Career psychology Master HR Practitioner with dismissals Research 6 years work experience. Industrial welfare: Employee safety, After completing the What Industrial and health, housing, BComHons (Human Organisation Psychologists do: recreation, and career Resource Management) Determine how to improve the counselling you can pursue the performance and well-being of Labour relations: careers listed on the left. employees and teams in the Employee workplace. communications, In addition, you Develop screening and negotiations, can register as a selection procedures for job consultation, Psychometrist with applicants. grievances, and the HPCSA (Health Get to the root of why disciplinary measures Professions Council of employees may be unhappy in SA) and/or as Chartered their workplace. Register as HR Practitioner HR Practitioner with the Develop and evaluate the at the SABPP (South SABPP with 4 years work effectiveness of training African Board for People experience. programmes. Practice) once you have Be a career coach or consultant. obtained your degree However, if you want to Identify how to improve with 3 years of work become an INDUSTRIAL attitudes in the workplace. experience. PSYCHOLOGIST, your Develop human resource journey is not yet over… strategies and policies.
What you can expect to earn as an Industrial and Organisation Contact information THE MASTER’S JOURNEY Psychologist Tel +27 (0)12 420 4756 03 Training Supervisor: R292 044 Email [email protected] employee Recruiter: R708 518 Industrial Psychologist in academia: R451 311 Industrial Psychologist in a business or governmental organisation: R648 940 Industrial Psychologist in independent practice: R951 096 11 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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Unlock your potential with a degree from the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
The dynamic global market is in constant need of business leaders, entrepreneurs, managers and government officials who can create jobs and maintain an innovative outlook on life. With four areas of specialisation to choose from, you can unlock your potential to be a future business leader with a degree from the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences.
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What you can study What you can study What you can study What you can study BCom (Econometrics) BCom (Accounting BAdmin (International BCom (Business BCom (Economics) Sciences) Relations) Management) BCom (Financial Sciences) BAdmin (Public BCom (Entrepreneurship) Possible careers BCom (Investment Management) BCom (Human Resource Analyst Management) Management) Broker Possible careers BCom (Marketing Consultant Possible careers Diplomat Management) Econometrician Banker Lecturer BCom (Supply Chain Economist Bookkeeper Manager in a non- Management) Lecturer Business analyst governmental Researcher Chartered accountant organisation Students can also pursue Trader Financial planner Political analyst postgraduate studies in Forensic auditor Professional Tourism Management Internal auditor administrator and in Communication Investment advisor Public servant Management. Lecturer Researcher Research analyst Possible careers Tax practitioner Corporate entrepreneur Human resource consultant Industrial psychologist BCom (Own choice): Lecturer The degree does not lead to a specific vocational outcome. You are Logistics manager able to compile your own curricula with a view to work opportunities Management consultant in all sectors. Marketing manager Public relations manager Degrees offered in cooperation with other faculties: Researcher Additional BCom (Agribusiness Management), BCom (Informatics), BCom (Law) programmes and BCom (Statistics).
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The Hybrid Fair
Learn the By Dr Ina Louw way you and Anthea prefer most Pretorius Innovative teaching and learning that benefits you!
The days where students sat quietly in lecture halls bored to tears by a lecturer droning for hours are long gone. At the University of Pretoria (UP) we embrace a hybrid model of teaching and learning. Apart from lectures you get exposure to a dynamic, innovative, technology-driven methodology – a blended approach – that encourages active learning and critical thinking, without sacrificing collaboration or teamwork.
This new learning management system What does hybrid mean at UP is called ClickUP. With the help in terms of teaching and What is in it for you? of capable instructional designers learning? (“geeks”) we do amazing things and our As a student at the University of students love it! A hybrid teaching model is a well- Pretoria you will enjoy: planned and thoughtful mix (fusion) a vastly-improved learning The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural of different teaching modalities. experience Sciences has a forum for teaching (Google “flipped classroom” if you face-to-face lectures and learning, called SCITAL, where want to know more). tutorials we explore all the wow platforms and practical sessions technology available to make teaching online quizzes and learning a wonderful experience. access to virtual learning tools Obviously this information needs to be online discussion boards for shared! So on 14 June 2016 we hosted collaborative group work a Hybrid Fair with our enthusiastic access to class notes, colleagues from the Department for presentations and other Education Innovation, coordinated by study materials on a range of Dolf Jordaan and Detken Scheepers. visually interesting platforms online pre-reading (which The Hybrid Fair allows you to contribute to the discussion sensibly by arguing points in class) Enthusiastic and knowledgeable people online and paper-based explained and demonstrated the range testing of apps and software programmes that enhance diverse teaching styles and how they benefit students. At the University of Pretoria we go the extra mile to ensure that you are not We all learn and assimilate information only well-prepared for every module differently. The hybrid approach and programme; we want to make sure to teaching and learning caters for you are prepared to make a significant individual needs and preferences and contribution in the workplace you will allows you to work at your own pace, it stand in one day. The stalls at the Hybrid Fair were organised contributes to the academic success of into three avenues: Library Lane, Hybrid our students and makes them lifelong Highway and Novelty Avenue. learners, which is critical in the world today. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 14
The Hybrid Fair
Why is the hybrid approach Online publishers are key stakeholders Apple App Store and they include: so successful? in our students’ path to success with UP Mobile their online support packages that BbStudent Hybrid teaching and learning allow students to answering multiple Blackboard experiences allow students to choice questions and discover whether Socrative construct their own knowledge1, but they have a good grasp of the topic Kahoot enables them to do so at their own, matter or not. Students can also Anytime, Anywhere individual pace, and it encourages the complete quizzes to improve their Poll Everywhere use of expanded education resources. understanding. In some modules in Students submit assignments online, the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural The aim is to (a) make educational which are marked by the lecturer. Sciences, students can alternate, material accessible on cell phones and Students are then given detailed between face-to-face tutorials and (b) to use them as audience response feedback and model answers. online tutorials. devices (similar to clickers). Soon all large venues at UP will have high At the Hybrid Fair these external Some faculties use devices called, density Wi-Fi to accommodate online suppliers and online publishers had clickers, which we use in classes. A activities during lectures. You will be stalls displaying their products and lecturer will ask questions and students able to scan a QR code and watch a services: record their answers on the clicker. The video explaining your assignment Blackboard (the learning answers are projected in a bar chart. to you! management system that hosts Students can immediately see if their ClickUP) answers were correct or not. Lecturers Contact information Turnitin (an anti-plagiarism can also see if they need to devote Dr Ina Louw programme) more time if a general misconception Email [email protected]. Participate Technologies (audience exists in a class around a complex response devices or clickers) theory, concept or process. Cengage Learning Pearson Education Mobile technologies, which are made McGraw-Hill Education for much more than taking selfies, are Wiley and Grove available on Google Play Store and
We love to include our students as we The hybrid approach permits lecturers We have an enthusiastic team of prepare academic activities. We ask them to interact with their students on several instructional designers at the Department what they love and what they hate about platforms. Lecturers can have a “virtual” for Education Innovation, who assist with the tools we use in ClickUP. These are revision session online the night before PowerPoint slides and help to convert students from NAThouse (Natural and a test. So you can sit in your PJs while them into video clips, which are uploaded Agricultural Sciences) at their booth during listening online to the lecturer answering to YouTube. Students can watch these the Hybrid Fair. your questions in clickUP. clips as often as they need to.
The team from Creative Studios who make The SCITAL forum committee members A lecturer will ask questions and students educational visuals. who organised the Hybrid Fair were record their answers on the clicker. The Prof Ansie Harding, Dr Lizelle Fletcher, answers are projected in a bar chart. Prof Marietjie Potgieter and Dr Ina Louw.
1. Susan Henderson in this article: www.nmc.org/pdf/Future-of-Higher-Ed-(NMC).pdf 15 JuniorTukkie November 2016
MakerSpace
The Merensky Library is on the Hatfield Campus and it houses a secret: A creative and colourful room to set new ideas and creative individuals free. This is the remarkable world called MakerSpace.
The maker movement is a philosophy of self-sustainability – where one moves from consumption to creation. This is a multidisciplinary adventure, because MakerSpace literally is a space where people with great ideas can collaborate, innovate and create – so come and visit us!
On 13 April 2015 the Department of Library Services at the University of Pretoria became the first library to create a space where people with ideas can meet people with superb technical abilities, who have the know-how and the equipment to make those ideas a sustainable reality! any UP student can go to MakerSpace with their idea/ concept and talk about how it can be realised. fantastic technology is available to aid in the development and prototyping of ideas. Our MakerSpace has soldering benches, 3D printers and computers on which to design and render models. In the past one had to ‘do-it-yourself,’ but the MakerSpace environment allows you to develop your creative ideas with a group of inspired individuals using their know-how and expertise with access to phenomenal technology and equipment. The staff of the Merensky Library are enthusiastic supporters MakerSpace is a haven for technicians, artists, product of hybrid teaching and learning. Their stall was beautifully developers and entrepreneurs, especially in the fields decorated and the staff dressed up for the occasion. of science, engineering, graphic design, digital art and computer science, but today these creative spaces include individuals from every discipline you can think of. an article in the USA Today refers to this as the maker “The Library is one of the movement and the motto is, ‘If you are able to imagine it, you are able to make it!’ leaders of innovation Modern digital fabrication techniques that previously were on Campus. The Library only available to large institutions are now accessible to individuals. MakerSpace is an example Interdisciplinary collaboration and the synergy that is generated is actively adding distinct new products, services of how we remain and knowledge to the world, because of what can be generated in this creative environment. innovative and relevant by The UP MakerSpace envisions offeringclasses on topics providing students with such as Arduino electronics and programming, mobile gaming, leatherwork, bookbinding, artist bookmaking, access to 3D printers, drones, finch robotics, computer-aided design and application development. 3D scanners and the latest technology trends.” Contact information Email [email protected] (Isak van der Walt: Senior IT Consultant: Strategic Innovation Projects) University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 16
Youth Spark Innovation Youth Spark Innovation Grant Winners
The School of Health Systems and Public Health and the Southern Africa Resilience Innovation Lab (SA RILab), in collaboration with Library Services’ MakerSpace, hosted the Youth Spark Innovation Grants (YSiG) awards ceremony on 27 May 2016. Prof Norman Duncan congratulates Kedumetse Moliousti, who won a $5 000 grant for his Magnon device.
The Resilient African Network (RAN) invited students with Tsholanang Seakamela, a BA (Psychology) student, is keen to innovative ideas – that have the potential to strengthen combat the scourge of substance abuse (particularly nyaope the resilience of communities – to submit their ideas addiction) in South Africa. in the following categories: agriculture, health, water, entrepreneurship, gender-based violence and livelihood Moses Kebalepile, a PhD student in Public Health, submitted diversification. a handheld diagnostic and predictive medical device he calls the ‘Asthma grid,’ which helps with the early diagnosis At the ceremony Prof Norman Duncan was delighted to and treatment of asthma – and the device has an early alert announce that the following highly-creative UP students have application that informs caregivers and emergency response won grants to develop their ideas: services when the patient is in distress.
Kedumetse Motloutsi, a BEng (Mechanical Engineering) Richard Whande, a MSc student in Public Health, wants student, developed a device called the Magnon that produces to rehabilitate mine dumps and has proposed alternative electricity through magnets, by applying the laws of physics uses for neglected soil crusts, while reducing air and water and thermodynamics. The Magnon can increase access to pollution and improving the quality of life for mining electricity in rural areas and to the marginalised poor in a communities. cost-effective way and the device can also be used to power water pumps. Well done to you all and all Elijah Djan, a BEng (Industrial Engineering) student, submitted ‘Nubrix,’ which are bricks made from paper – of the best as you prepare therefore ideal for building low cost housing. your prototypes! Joyce Grevua, a MSc (Agricultural and Applied Economics) student, has conceptualised an energy-efficient stove.
Prof Duncan handing the award to Elijah Djan for his Nubrix Prof Duncan congratulates Moses Kebalepile, who won $5 000 for project. his Asthma Grid project. 17 JuniorTukkie November 2016
The Finish Line is Yours! (FLY!) #graduateontime FLY Graduate with your class in minimum time At the University of Pretoria (UP) we want every new first-year student to make a successful transition from school to university and from university @UP to the workplace as an employee or into postgraduate studies in the By Prof Norman Duncan minimum possible time.
You are a member of the iGeneration.
You are highly-connected, well-informed, and conscious of time; you want to be heard and you love convenience; and you want a variety of options.
At the University of Pretoria we hear you and proactively offer you support in achieving your career dreams. Our slogan, “Make today matter”, speaks about making the right choices consistently to ensure progress and ultimately success.
Students who complete in minimum time...
Choose the right Ask for help. Use resources. Seek advice Manage time. programme. about financial aid and financial management.
The University of Pretoria
TOP 10% >17% 15% >90% University
of all Master’s of all degrees of all Doctorates of UP graduates degrees awarded in awarded in find employment awarded in South Africa South Africa within 6 months South Africa University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 18
The University of Pretoria is ranked in the top 5 in SA and Did you know? is ranked in the top 1% in Not graduating on time means that a student will lose out on an entire year’s (or these fields: two years’) salary and will never be able to make this up again! Then there are the obvious additional costs like tuition, accommodation, travelling, food, etc. Agricultural Sciences Clinical Medicine By graduating on time a student can start a career or a higher degree that much Engineering sooner. The graduate can start earning a salary to become independent or to Environmental Sciences support their family or pay back a student loan! Plant and Animal Sciences Social Sciences
The University of Pretoria receives an average of 42 000 applications annually The finish line is yours! while we have approximately 10 500 places available for first-year students. We sincerely hope that you will be one FLY of them! @UP Enrol at the University of Pretoria for a cutting- edge learning experience TuksInnovation
Not sure about your career choice? Take advantage of UP’s Career App.tizer to learn about your strengths, link them to a field of study and see what programmes UP has to offer that will success best suit you.
Visit www.careerapptizer.co.za and on Google Play (Career App.Tizer). Making the right choice can help you to graduate in minimum time.
At UP we encourage students to take responsibility for their own finish lines and to graduate on time. Students are motivated to set their goals and to keep momentum to reach those goals through the following three messages: Manage your time Work consistently, and Keep up a good semester mark.
UP is a top university and our pass rates 01 02 03 are very competitive – we are among the best universities in South Africa. We believe in our students and we believe Keep up a good Work consistently Graduate on time that we can increase the percentage of semester mark students who graduate in the minimum allocated time if each student works conscientiously and takes up support www.up.ac.za/fly@up and development opportunities offered. 19 JuniorTukkie November 2016
‘Creativity is seeing what other see and thinking what no one else has thought.’
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‘Artistic creativity is a whirlpool of imagination that swirls in the depths of the mind.’
Robert Toth 21 JuniorTukkie November 2016
JuniorTukkie All JuniorTukkie (JT) news in the palm of your hand THIS IS OUR NEW JT APP!
JuniorTukkie always strives towards effective communication. Our NEW JuniorTukkie APP supports learners from Grade 9 to 12, prospective and current students, parents and staff. On the JT APP you will read inspiring stories and receive important study information, view photographs and videos and read a range of relevant articles that will empower you to make responsible study and career choices. The JT APP also provides answers on a range of questions you might have.
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JuniorTukkie The JuniorTukkie Generation We inspire future leaders
Projects of the JuniorTukkie Student Society
JT 40 hours of community service Touching lives by inspiring future leaders JT Ambassador’s Project Mandela Day outreaches JT Sustainability Fund Tutor classes JT/Yascom project assistance in the JT Office JT international outreach
JuniorTukkie/Faculty Open Days
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JuniorTukkie in numbers
In 2016, seven Grade 10 and 11 Information Sessions were hosted in 5 provinces; they were attended by 3 020 learners. The JuniorTukkie/PMA Agri-food Career and Bursary Fair has been presented for six years. At these events The JuniorTukkie initiative started in 2004 and is still going 10 000 learners and students have 12 years from strength to strength after 12 years. obtained more information on the wonderful opportunities that exist in In 2004 the JuniorTukkie Club had two members. the field of Natural and Agricultural Today more than 4 570 Grade 10, 11 and 12 learners Sciences. 4 570 are JT members! These include current undergraduate The LectorSA online reading students as well as those who have graduated. development programme has issued 2 400 programmes from 2008 to 2016. To date, 20 Grade 11 Empowerment Weeks (supported have tested 2 117 Grade 11 SpecSavers by Investec) have been hosted by the JuniorTukkie Office. learners’ eyesight, and 40% of these 1 455 1 455 learners have attended the Empowerment Weeks. learners received spectacles free of charge. In 2016, 102 learners of the 212 learners tested, received spectacles. The JuniorTukkie Office has also hosted eight Grade 12 The JT website, www.up.ac.za/ 1 420 Preparation Conferences, also supported by Investec. juniortukkie has had 528 499 visits since 1 420 learners have attended the Preparation Conferences. the launch of the new website two years ago. For the prior five years we had Eight Grade 11 Top Achiever’s functions were held with a more than two million visits. 5 220 staggering attendance of 5 220 learners. The JT magazine was started in 2006 and today 26 magazines have been Our first Grade 9 Information Session was attended by published. The JT magazine has received 1 140 1 140 learners and their parents. numerous merit awards. 23 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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JuniorTukkie partnerships in years 1 Star School 2 Kutlwanong ProMaths Annual JuniorTukkie 3 7 bursaries and the UP with achievements of our Science Investec JT students
One Eduloan bursary of R12 000 8 7 was given to the Top JuniorTukkie Dimension SpecSavers student. Data At the Grade 12 Preparation 8 8 10 Conference three bursaries, to the Roarrr value of R25 000 each, were drawn. Sci-Enza Adventures LectorSA 30 Grade 11 Empowerment Week bursaries, to the value of R13 600 each, were awarded. JT projects won three excellence awards at MACE in 2011 (Grade 11 Empowerment Week); 2012 (Grade 12 Preparation Conference) and in 2014 for the JuniorTukkie/JCP project from EBIT.
New JuniorTukkie projects
JT Academy for Grade 8 to 12 learners in Mathematics and Physical Science Mamelodi Mathematics and Science Programme Grade 10 to 11 enrichment programmes in the different provinces Grade 11 Summer School and Grade 12 Winter School (Mathematics, Physical Science, Accounting and Life Sciences) The JuniorTukkie membership More impressive statistics incentive is to be launched in 2016
Other projects in which the JuniorTukkie team is involved: Study assistance
of extra classes for first-year students in Chemistry, Physical JuniorTukkie uses 4 years Science and Statistics social media
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‘Stamp your creative impression on everything and make it the agent of your will; the executor of your purpose.’
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Looking for a challenging career? Find it at the 2017 EBIT holiday programmes!
The 2017 EBIT holiday programmes The 2017 EBIT holiday programmes give prospective students a broad are scheduled for: view of the various departments in the School of Engineering and the 9 to 12 April 2017 School of Information Technology. AND 2 to 5 July 2017
Experience four days on the University of Pretoria’s Hatfield Campus, stay Please note that these dates are subject to change. in a TUKS residence, learn and have fun while interacting with learners from across the country. Don’t miss out! Visit the EBIT holiday programme website at www.up.ac.za/ebitweek for information on how to register.
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JuniorTukkie JuniorTukkie Winter School
The JuniorTukkie (JT) Office hosted a The JuniorTukkie programme of the Department of Enrolment and Student Administration at the University of Pretoria Winter School for Grade 12 learners was established to assist learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12 to make responsible study and career choices. Grade 9 in Mathematics, Physical Science, Life learners are also offered the opportunity to participate in Sciences and Accounting from 27 June certain JuniorTukkie enrichment programmes and to become members of the JuniorTukkie Club in their Grade 10-year. to 1 July 2016. JuniorTukkie develop important skills in order to better equip these learners for the challenges they may face as a The Winter School offered Grade 12 learners the opportunity student – in their personal capacity, as well as professionally. to learn from experienced teachers in the different subject The JuniorTukkie programme provides among others, a wide fields. These learners are now better prepared for their final variety of services to learners and students such as first-hand school-year examination. information on study and career options, development of leadership qualities, life skills, study skills, engagement in All agree that it was an invaluable learning experience! community projects, and many more. 27 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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The latest on our language policy By Prof Anton Kok
At its meeting of 22 June 2016 the Council of the University of Pretoria, in concurrence with the recommendation of The new language policy Senate, adopted a new language policy. In terms of the new policy, English will become the language of instruction and will enable the University assessment at the University. to respond to the changing The implementation date is subject to the Department of student demographics Higher Education and Training’s process in order to change the statute of the University. The goal of the new policy is to to manage its resources facilitate social cohesion and promote inclusivity. prudently, facilitate the For registered students the use of Afrikaans as a language of instruction will be phased out gradually. Afrikaans success rate of our students, will be maintained as a language of scholarship, while the development of Sepedi to a higher level of scientific help prepare students for a discourse must be supported and adequately resourced. The University will continue to embrace and encourage globalising world while also multilingualism to foster unity and to provide equal opportunities to speakers of all South African languages. promoting social cohesion.
A colourful and creative new logo for the SA Ubuntu Foundation
On 17 June 2016 the South African Ubuntu Foundation unveiled its new logo. The new logo was designed by Mad Advertising, a Cape Town agency that prides itself on its pursuit of excellence in creativity, a passion for its clients and the use of cutting-edge strategic and creative advertising through the integration of traditional and digital channels.
Kevin Chaplin (CEO of the SA Ubuntu Foundation), and Julie Gresse (new business developer of Mad Advertising), are delighted that the new logo reflects the spirit of Ubuntu by combining elements of togetherness and also indicates the Foundation’s 21st century vision of unity in South Africa. For more go to www.saubuntu.co.za.
[Source: www.mediaupdate.co.za/marketing/110360/the-sa-ubuntu- foundation-unveils-new-colourful-logo-to-reflect-unity] University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 28
General/Algemeen
Jeugdag: 16 Junie 2016
Ons deel graag ‘n uittreksel uit Prof Cheryl de la Rey, ons Visekanselier en Rektor, se spesiale Jeugdagboodskap met ons JT-lesers. Prof Cheryl de la Rey
In Junie gedenk ons die veertigste In celebration of the 40th anniversary verjaardag van die Soweto-opstande in of the Soweto uprising on 16 June 1976, protes teen minderwaardige onderwys Daniel Rankadi Mosako of UPArts en die stelsel van rasgebaseerde Museums collaborated with the Ditsong onderdrukking wat destyds in Suid- National Museum of Cultural History Afrika geheers het. Ons demokrasie en to share art skills with 45 artists and ons onderwysstelsel is groot dank aan art learners from the City of Tshwane die jeug van daardie era verskuldig en metropolitan area. dit is daarom gepas dat ons daardie Together they created a 30-metre work of art which jong mans en vroue se opofferings vir commemorates the youth of South Africa. It is split into three en bydraes tot die demokrasie wat ons ten-metre-wide canvas wall panels that represent the themes of ‘Past’, ‘Present’ and ‘Future’, respectively. vandag geniet, erken. The skills sharing workshop took place from 11 to 12 June 2016 Die aantal studente wat sedert 1994 toegang tot hoër at the Ditsong National Museum of Cultural History. onderwys verkry het, het meer as verdubbel. Die groot meerderheid studente van vandag is swart en meer as 50% is vroue. Dit is op sigself ‘n merkwaardige oorwinning, maar ons erken dat daar nog ‘n behoefte bestaan om veel meer te doen. Twee groot uitdagings wat hoër onderwys vandag in die gesig staar, is befondsing en transformasie.
Een manier waarop ons die nagedagtenis van die jeug van 1976 kan eer, is deur ‘n bydrae te lewer tot die deurlopende, robuuste gesprek oor transformasie tussen studente, die regering, en universiteitsbeheer en -bestuur. ‘n Warm debat is dikwels ‘n aanduiding van die erns van die kwessies onder bespreking en die passie van die deelnemers. Ons stem dalk nie altyd saam nie, maar ons moet nooit ophou praat nie, nooit ons verbintenis tot vrede verbreek of ons land se Grondwet minag nie. Kom ons eer die nagedagtenis van die jeug van 1976 wie se opofferings vir ons ‘n sterk sisteem van skole, kolleges en universiteite nagelaat het wat nie volmaak is nie, maar waarop ons ‘n stewige grondslag vir die toekoms van Suid-Afrika kan bou. 29 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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The grass is not always greener on the other side
Myan and his family spent 12 years in duped by the governments of these New Zealand before returning to South countries and emigration agencies that Africa. He advises people not to rush to paint a rosy picture of life there – but other countries, especially without solid are not completely honest. From my job prospects. experiences, I would like to present the other side to emigrating that you will not hear from agents (who don’t come “Do not be fooled into cheap), for you to make an informed thinking that other choice. countries do not have If you don’t have a job offer before similar problems to South you emigrate, then my advice is to wait. Don’t believe the agent who says Africa. You might feel you it’s okay or easy to get one. Migrants have had enough of South generally have huge problems finding work, and your South African Africa – the rand taking a qualification is often not recognised, Myan Subrayan is a writer, dive, crime and corruption requiring more work to get it accredited speaker and life coach to sports for you to be eligible for a work visa. teams and businesses. He has on the increase, and load This also incurs more costs and time. written biographies for Chad le Clos, shedding has caused you Pierre Spies, Jannie de Beer and All And don’t think that there is no Black, Inga Tuigamala. to head to that emigration xenophobia, racism, and discrimination www.myansubrayan.co.za seminar in search of the in other countries. My family, friends Website and I experienced this first-hand. We Follow him on Facebook and Twitter utopia of greener pastures were even told by certain employers that they promise is that if we didn’t “toe the line” we would be fired, resulting in our work visa being overseas.” terminated, and us being deported. Myan’s advice: Think it over Migrants are often bullied by locals. carefully before you go. “I admit we have problems in South They are seen as “soft targets” and Africa, but is there a country that become victims of crime. Do your homework and doesn’t? Even First World countries research by first going on have their fair share. The first time These countries have a high depression holiday there and doing my house got broken into was in New and mental disorder rate as a result of regular online checks on news, Zealand in 2004, and the same year I a number of factors – limited sunlight, weather, job prospects and all had my wallet and cell phone stolen financial issues, and working long the country’s requirements. from my office. My teenage female hours. The cost of living is high. Often Don’t rely on the agents’ word cousins were assaulted and mugged at rent and accommodation costs take and don’t be driven by fear. a mall parking lot in Auckland. Almost up 70 to 80 percent of your salary. The Be clear why you want to every year there are tragic incidences ability to save is diminished as your emigrate and weigh up the of violent crime. Recently, some Dutch disposable income is minimal, resulting pros and cons. tourists were raped as they travelled in many working more than one job You and your family need to around the New Zealand countryside. just to make ends meet. Consequently, be in agreement. If you are there is less leisure time. undecided for any reason, Violent crime is on the increase; so wait. don’t believe that crime is restricted to Psychologists say the isolation of being Be prepared to embrace South Africa – it is present all over the in a foreign country, and missing family, change. Many have succeeded world and especially in the countries friends and lifestyles is a major factor in in emigrating, but it does take that we South Africans tend to emigrate psychological stress, because you lose time and a lot of patience. to, namely the UK, the US, New Zealand your support networks, which need to Be prepared to go backwards and Australia. be rebuilt when you emigrate. before you go forwards regarding your income, work, The countries’ media don’t extensively The biggest cost I had to pay was not and standard of living. report much on these incidents being at home when my mother died One last thing, if you do because they know it adversely affects in South Africa and I was not around emigrate, please don’t their tourism and immigration, which her in her last years. This needs badmouth South Africa – they require to keep their economies consideration as most of us come from many do to justify emigrating. ticking over. I write this as the backdrop closely knit families.” It’s not cool. to the many South Africans being ‘Artistic creativity is a whirlpool of imagination that swirls in the depths of the mind.’
Robert Toth 31 JuniorTukkie November 2016
General financial information
Study finance and financial aid – A critical aspect to all prospective students
By Jeanne Goosen and Marié Oosthuizen
No matter which programme you intend to apply for, studying at a University is an expensive endeavour. There are however, several important issues you need to be aware of. This article will explain them.
General financial - Use the plus (+) button to add Residence fees: You will obtain information: 2017 modules or the minus (-) button more information on the ladies’ and to remove modules. men’s residences; the cost of single - Click the Generate Quote button. and double rooms; the residence You can then view, save or print reservation levy; residence cancellation Please note that more information the quotation. fees; as well as the cost of meals on on tuition fees, student accounts, - aIM modules may be added if these websites: registration fees, family discount, you need to. www.up.ac.za/fees-and-funding and discontinuation costs, cashiers and www.up.ac.za/accommodation. the UP banking details can be found Accounts: All accounts are payable on on www.up.ac.za/fees-and-funding. these dates: 30 April: 50% and 31 July: Fees paid by bursaries: Students must 100%, even if you do not receive an submit written proof from the sponsor AIM modules: The cost of AIM modules account in the mail. of the bursary awarded to them prior to is not included in the average cost per registration, otherwise the registration programme. Accounts are available on the fee will be payable by the student. The UP Student Portal (My TUKS Login> final decision regarding the acceptance Family discount: When two or more Student Service Centre>Finances>Student of a bursary letter rests with the dependent children of the same family Finances>Tuition Account). The account University. are registered simultaneously at the can be viewed, saved or printed. University of Pretoria, they may apply How and where to pay: UP cashiers for a rebate on tuition fees. The terms Please note: The internet browser must are available on all our campuses from and conditions can be found at be set to allow pop-ups. The account Mondays to Fridays from 08:00 to www.up.ac.za/fees-and-funding. will be visible in PDF-format. 16:00. For EFT payments, please allow at least 5 working days for payment to The 2.5% discount: If the student Students can update the Portal with an reflect on your student account. account is paid in full (ie 100%) by email address where the account can 30 April, a 2.5% discount is applicable. be sent. (My TUKS Login>Student Service UP Student Portal: The UP Student Centre>under Personal and Contact info, Portal allows registered students Quotations: The University of Pretoria click “update account email address.”) 24/7 access to their account, personal provides undergraduate students with information, academic record, financing tuition fee estimates in the following Discontinuation dates: Adding or applications, discount amounts, ways: dropping of modules after registration amounts payable, payment dates, Estimates are available at should be done at your Faculty. quotations and meal-money accounts. http://estimate.up.ac.za. Estimates Regardless of when a module is added, The UP Finance Department sends do not include AIM modules. should you decide to later discontinue out monthly statements, but cannot Tuition fee quotations are available said module, the discontinuation costs guarantee the delivery of these to students as a self-help function. will be calculated according to the table statements. The University assumes Follow these steps: called “Discontinuation costs.” that students have access to, and use - Login on the UP Student Portal the UP Student Portal. The importance and enter the Student Centre. Registration fees: The registration of this is highlighted to students during - Under the Finance tab, click on fee is not an additional amount orientation and first-year registration. the Student Finances tab. payable, but forms part of the tuition - On the next page, click the fees and is an initial payment towards Contact information second Student Finances tab. the tuition fees. - The fee estimation (quotation) is Tel +27 (0)12 420 3111 available there. Websites www.up.ac.za/accommodation www.up.ac.za/fees-and-funding University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 32
Study finance, financial aid and achievement awards
Bursary and loan applications Applications close on 30 November Anyone can apply for a loan (students, 2016. For applications and parents or guardians), provided that the UP bursaries and loans comprehensive information, applicant is in fulltime employment or Applications must be submitted via the please visit www.nsfas.org.za. has a registered business. UP Student Portal or www.up.ac.za/ fees-and-funding. Applications are open Please note: Students who received Contact information from 4 August 2016 to 31 October 2016. funding for the 2016 academic year Tel +27 (0)12 420 2161/5175 No late applications will be accepted. should not apply, as NSFAS already Email [email protected] has their information. Location r1-13 Student Centre National Student Financial Aid Business hours 08:00–16:30 Scheme (NSFAS) Eduloan On 1 August 2016, NSFAS opened its Since 1996 Eduloan has helped Other bursary options central applications for students who over 800 000 Southern Africans get You may also visit the following require financial assistance. There are an education through affordable websites for information on bursaries: two cycles for application: study loans for full-time and part- www.up.ac.za/sport for information 1 August to 30 November. Students time students. As a registered credit on UP sports bursaries entering university for the first time provider, our educational loans cover www.gostudy.mobi, which lists in 2017, including 2016 matriculants a wide range of student-related bursaries according to field of study 1 September to 30 November. All necessities, such as books, accessories, http://bursary.hcifoundation.co.za students who were not funded by laptops, university and private The Bursary Register: NSFAS in 2016 accommodation, as well as study tuition Tel +27 (0)11 672 6559 with a fixed monthly instalment. email [email protected]
UP undergraduate achievement awards for 2017
Faculty
Faculty of Natural and Faculty of Health Sciences Qualifying average Agricultural Sciences percentage Faculty of Veterinary Other faculties Faculty of Engineering, Science Built Environment and Information Technology
75%–79.99% R6 400 – –
80%–84.99% R16 000 R6 400 R16 000
85%–89.99% R25 000 R13 000 R25 000
90%–100% R40 000 R20 000 R40 000
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to amend award values without prior notice.
Other achievement awards
Award Amount Who Faculty Application
JuniorTukkie Grade 11 R13 600 The 30 learners Natural and NONE Empowerment Week (in 2016) with the best Agricultural Qualifying students Grade 12 results Sciences will be notified after who attended the Health Sciences registration. JuniorTukkie Grade 11 Engineering, Built Empowerment Week Environment and Information Technology
Grade 12 dux scholar* R7 500 The final decision Any faculty NONE (*top academic (in 2016) regarding the Qualifying students Grade 12 achiever of selection of schools will be notified by a specific school – one for this award, rests letter. learner per school) with UP.
NOTE: Only students with South African citizenship or permanent residency in South Africa are considered for the above awards. 33 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Achievement awards and special offer
Special offer for academic achievers (new first-year students in 2017)
The special offer for academic achievers is based on the application is received no later than 1 May of the year academic average percentage obtained in your final preceding commencement of studies. school-year end examination. Residence placement. To prospective students with an academic average percentage of between 85% and 100% This special offer includes: we offer guaranteed placement in a UP residence if (a) Guaranteed achievement awards. Refer to the table on your application is received no later than 1 May of the undergraduate achievement awards. year preceding commencement of studies and (b) you Placement in academic programmes. To prospective have been provisionally admitted to a programme. students with an academic average percentage of between 75% and 100% we offer guaranteed admission Please note that the academic average percentage is based to their first or second choice open programme (Note: on a calculation formula of the University of Pretoria. This is not applicable to selection programmes); if your
Criteria The average percentage for award The awards are finalised on the basis Undergraduate achievement purposes is the average of the of the final marks that the University awards are based on the average actual percentages obtained for receives from the Department percentage obtained (not on the all recognised NSC/IEB/Cambridge of Basic Education for the final number of distinctions). subjects taken, in their final school- school-year. Results obtained for Undergraduate achievement awards year end examination, based on the papers that have been re-marked are made automatically to newly- calculations done by the University are not taken into account for award registered undergraduate students of Pretoria. purposes. who meet the award criteria. The average percentage is not Awards are fully repayable if Students do not apply for these rounded off. students discontinue or terminate awards. their studies in the relevant First-year students who register for Conditions programme for whatever reason studies at UP directly after Grade 12 Certain subjects are excluded in the during the year in which the award is (their final school-year), or who took calculation of average percentages: made. a gap year(s) after their final school- - Life Orientation, Mathematics If students change their programmes year, who meet the award criteria, Paper 3 and Additional during the year in which the award will be considered. Mathematics. is made, the award value allocated Students who have previously - Practical Music Grade 4 and 5 or awarded will not be cancelled or registered at a tertiary educational (Note: Practical Music Grades 6, 7 adjusted upward/downward to align institution prior to registering at and 8 are considered for inclusion it with the consecutive programmes UP, will not be considered for an in the calculation of the average enrolled for. achievement award. Students who percentage. If your music report registered at UP in previous years, is not part of your NSC report, Note: More on various are also not considered. please submit your official music funding opportunities at Qualifying students must be South report to your faculty’s student www.up.ac.za/fees-and-funding. African citizens or permanent administration office before end residents in South Africa, or be January for consideration). citizens of a SADC country.
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Education Tuks Creative Student Organisation By Annalie Botha and Anthea Pretorius
What is Tuks Creative all about?
Tuks Creative is an active society where we welcome every unique individual. It is in this self-selected group where you learn about creative thinking techniques that you can use in your everyday life and in your profession one day. You will learn how to create action plans for creative problem solving, you will learn about team building, how to sprinkle fairy dust, be a part of your “second family,” your home away from home and what it means to “Pay it forward.” You will experience what it means to make a positive difference in the lives of others – young and old.
The highlight of all the activities of Tuks Creative is going to both the annual International Creative Thinking Conferences (one for educators and another for business people). Exposure to these national and international creative gurus is a mind-boggling experience. From 2000 onwards, Dr Kobus Neethling and the South African Creativity Foundation Out of the box! sponsor thirty students to attend the Conference.
Feedback from enthusiastic BEd students
Odette Fourie: “I am a third-year BEd (Foundation Phase Teaching) – Pre-primary to Grade 3 student. When Marike Nel (former Chairperson of Tuks Creative) presented a lesson using magic during my first-year, I was immediately keen to join the society. Being an introvert I needed to learn how to gain more self-confidence and I wanted the opportunity to expand my wings. This is exactly what happened! I slowly came out of my shell, learned new skills and in my second year I was chosen as new Chairperson despite being shy.
During 2015 I presented a fantasy make-up course over six months and seeing the glowing smiles are always such priceless moments. I participated in a Child Welfare Tshwane project during Child Protection Week; and in the “I Love Reading Project” we took educational materials to the Sungarden’s Hospice and donated 500 books to the Sunnyside Drop-in Centre. Annika van Heerden and I did a presentation at our former high school where we shared creative and innovative ideas on how to present poetry and use “out of the box” thinking skills. My former Afrikaans teachers were in the audience and they were very impressed. What a unique experience!
My dream job is to become a remedial teacher, working in a rural area, not in a city. I want to help children who are struggling academically, because I feel this is where I can make the biggest difference.” University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 36
Education
Sebastiaan Chane Nel Sonia Pereira Boshoff “Ek kan nie in “What Tuks “Tuks Creative woorde beskryf Creative has done is a place where wat Tuks Kreatief for me, is broaden creativity is vir my die afgelope my imagination nurtured and twee jaar beteken and creative over the past het nie. Tuks thinking. I hope 19 months I Kreatief bou my to run my own have blossomed as persoon en het school one day or amongst these extraordinary people my laat besef waartoe ek in staat is. Ek to be the principal who are brimming with positivity and het ‘n passie vir kinders en sien uit om as of a good school.” comradery. I have seen them create onderwyseres ‘n verskil in hul lewens te paintings on walls that would rival maak, veral in terme van Kinderberading Sharmila Pereira Dr Seuss, Emilie Boon and Jull Dubin. en Spelterapie.” “The friends I Members excel in storytelling and art have made at and they have the most creative and Jeanelle du Preez Tuks Creative innovative approaches. Essentially as “For three years have made my humans we are the same, but what I have been life richer, fun and makes life special is our connections to part of the Tuks interesting! I hope each other. We all want to be loved. We Creative family to be the principal all want good friends and I love the fact and this definitely of a school one that being a member of Tuks Creative is one of the best day.” team exposes me to so much love. We experiences I have care about one another.” ever had, because Miguel Da Silva I am learning so many skills. I organised BCom Annika van the Gateway Presbyterian Church (Informatics) Heerden paint project. I am keen to travel the “I have found that “Tuks Creative world, but if I am able to complete my Tuks Creative means three PhD in Education first, that would be provides amazing words to me: wonderful!” opportunities Care, share and for students to motivate. Caring Zimkhona learn new ways of for others is Mabena dealing with obstacles. I participated in important to “My involvement the 2016 Cansa Walk, helped to paint me. It is better to give than to receive. in Tuks Creative the wall of a church and learnt a lot Building into others generates positive for the third year, about how to plan an event well. After energy, it is fun and this motivates me. has given me skills graduating I hope to work as a systems Every involvement in Tuks Creative that is preparing analyst.” projects has been a wonderful me for the work adventure! I coordinated the Cansa environment. I Mubeena Relay. We took toiletries to the Tshwane enjoyed donating learning material Dawood Welfare Project and I am always to a school in Sunnyside. “Paying it “Being a member touched by the impact we make in the forward” has taught me to look beyond of Tuks Creative lives of those less fortunate. I have myself and one day I hope to devote my has really always dreamed of becoming a teacher knowledge and passion in the youth in moulded and and I also participate in hiking; I am a communities all around the world.” shaped the person netball umpire; a music coordinator who I am today. and a public speaking adjudicator. Lilize Wonigkeit It’s a society that I often say, “I teach. What is your “Education is the overflows with warmth, inspiration superpower?” most powerful and motivation and encourages every weapon which individual to unleash their inner Burné Nel you can use to potential. Every event experienced is “Tuks Creative change the world” valued and appreciated because the gives me a chance (Nelson Mandela). phenomenal exposure will make me to make a positive These words at the perfect teacher I ought to be.” difference in the the July seminar of lives of others, the Association for the Education and and I have grown Care of Young children (AECYC) made a in ways I never great impression on me and I am even thought possible. more excited about my future career Contact information This is the best time of my life! I hope as an educator. My dream job is to be a Annalie Botha to be a creative teacher one day and teacher and that’s that.” Tel +27 (0)12 420 4424 inspire my students to be the best Email [email protected] version of themselves they can (See page 50 for an article on Lilize) possibly be.” 37 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology Commitment and hard work are my recipe for success
André Vermeulen matriculated from Hoërskool Overkruin. He admits that he did not do well academically at high school, but he did enjoy sport a lot André Vermeulen more than his studies.
From a very early age, however, he was interested in computers – probably also because his father worked in the IT industry. He started programming while at school and enjoyed Computer Science as a subject, so choosing a programme in the ICT field was a natural outcome, but when he had to choose between BCom (Informatics) or BSC (Computer Science), André quickly realised that Informatics would offer position of leveraging IT at Deloitte far more opportunities in terms of his responsibilities ranged from end-to- and being a part of this fast-moving ambitions towards business. end design to developing solutions to integrate systems. I introduced new industry on a rapidly growing continent, is fantastic! I try to live a balanced life BCom (Informatics) included modules ways of working to improve developers’ despite the demands of the executive in statistics, accounting sciences and overall productivity.” corporate world. I make time for my economics. André knew it would open family. I have a wife and two daughters, more doors for him in a rapidly evolving In 2006, André was appointed as aged 11 and 13. I have completed industry. Business Unit Manager for Application Development at Business Connexion both the Ironman triathlon and the Comrades ultra-marathon. Today André derives great satisfaction HQ, and he returned to South Africa. in delivering world-class solutions and Five years later he was promoted Ek dink dis deesdae uiters belangrik making a global impact in the field to Managing Executive: Application om ʼn graad te hê wat ʼn wye gebied of ICT. He attributes his success to Services, and later to Group Innovation in ons industrie en tegnologie dek. the multidisciplinary foundation he Officer. Daar is talle voorbeelde van interaksie acquired at Tuks where he enrolled for tussen verskillende nywerhede en die BCom (Informatics). André joins Deloitte in 2015 as Associate Director: Human wedersydse deel van sterk punte wat benut word om nuwe produkte aan André excelled academically and Capital Technology die mark bekend te stel. Om waarlik regularly featured as one of the top ten ʼn impak te maak, moet tegnologie Informatics students throughout his In this position André focuses on korrek en ooreenkomstig sakebeginsels undergraduate years. He also received providing human capital-related aangewend word. My studie by Tukkies several awards and obtained his degree technologies to clients across the het my blootgestel aan gevorderde cum laude. He received the award for globe. With his strong development programmering en ekonomiese vakke top third-year student and top student background, he is living out his passion wat ek tot vandag toe in die sakewêreld over all three study years. He also won for people by delivering world-class toepas. Dit het aan my ʼn wyehoeklens the prize for the top project during his solutions to top-level clients in the gegee waardeur ek na probleme en final year practical. human capital space. oplossings kan kyk.” Career trajectory He is also developing new offerings for the company based on cloud “After graduation I joined Iscor, who technologies related to new-generation had given me a bursary. I worked on learning techniques in the field of digital a classified project developing control learning. systems for a new steel-making process. I was seconded to work on “I believe that my BCom (Informatics) a project in Perth, Australia, for AST degree has made me a marketable Consulting (Iscor’s IT Division). I then asset and the modules in this joined Business Connexion UK. Later I programme have contributed to was appointed as a consultant at Lloyds accelerating my career path. This TSB in London, where I was a lead degree has also enabled me to tackle developer and Java specialist. Over a projects by thinking creatively. I am period of five years I worked on several passionate about people and diversity projects in the banking sector and my on the African continent. Being in the University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 38
Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology Think outside the box = quantity surveyor By Dr Stephan Ramabodu
If you are an out-of-the-box thinker and have a passion for numbers, read on, because quantity surveying might be the Dr Stephan Ramabodu perfect career choice for you!
What is a quantity surveyor? “The profession is dominated by It is a person who calculates the cost of building, engineering males, but more and more females or mining projects. Manages the costs and provides value for money on these projects. are achieving great success in this field – and the demand for They compile estimates, manage contractual claims, do payment valuations, and are involved with the procurement female quantity surveyors is high. processes of these projects and some play a role in dispute resolution. It takes a highly-skilled individual to cost a project South Africa has just over 3 000 accurately. professional quantity surveyors. Consider the role that quantity surveyors play in building If one considers that the SA malls like Woodlands, Menlyn and the Mall of Africa. They do cost estimations, cost planning, cost control and also compile population is just over 54 million the bills of quantities; and it does not stop there. Quantity surveyors also assist with the selection of procurement people, this is very much a growing strategies, can compile and produce tender and contract profession.” documents and they negotiate contracts on behalf of private or public clients in building, civil engineering or mining (Dr Stephan Ramabodu, Senior Lecturer in the Department projects. of Construction Economics and also the President of the Association of SA Quantity Surveyors) Good negotiation skills and the ability to network are two very important attributes a quantity surveyor should have. It is also important that you enjoy working with figures. The ability to negotiate is beneficial and this calls for a degree of Contact information confidence. Mr Danie Hoffman (Programme Leader: Quantity Surveying) Tel +27 (0)12 420 2551 Tip: Make sure you choose to study at an institution that Email [email protected] is accredited by the South African Council for the Quantity Websites www.up.ac.za/construction-economics Surveying Profession. www.up.ac.za/ebit
Minimum requirements for 2018 Programme Achievement level
Afrikaans or English Mathematics Physical Science APS SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING NSC/ AS- A- NSC/ AS- A- NSC/ AS- A- HIGCSE HIGCSE HIGCSE IEB Level Level IEB Level Level IEB Level Level BSc (Quantity Surveying) [3 years] or Accounting Closing dates: 5 3 C C 5 3 C C 30 SA – 30 June 4 3 D D Non-SA – 30 June Selection programme Careers: Quantity surveying is the science that delivers specialised financial and contractual services and advice to clients in the building and construction industry, as well as related industries. The three-year undergraduate degree is the first step towards registration as quantity surveyors. The ensuing one-year honours programme leads to registration as candidate professional quantity surveyors. Career opportunities, apart from those in the private, government or semi-government sectors, also exist in the property, banking, mining and manufacturing industries. Some quantity surveyors work in government, others build houses, infrastructure, schools or hospitals. 39 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Health Sciences Celebrating 60 years of excellence in nursing
“Sixty years after inception, making, sharing of responsibilities, the first 32 students registered for BCur. dialogue, and reconciliation through This qualification has led to registration the Department of Nursing consensus, honesty and appreciation as a general nurse after three years. Science at the University of each other’s strengths to benefit the of Pretoria (UP) maintains individual, UP and community at large. In January 1970 Prof Searle informed the first group of BCur students that its innovative approach to Intrinsic values in nursing include by extending their programme by six education and its focus on respect, caring, compassion, kindness, months, they could also register as warmth, understanding, sharing, midwives and psychiatric nurses. the rendering of exemplary humanness, reaching out, wisdom, service. The Department and neighbourliness, which are The first group of BCur students still distinguishes itself as a foundational in caring ethics. The completed their degree in 1971. The Department’s core functions include: first graduate obtaining a Master’s leader in nursing education education, community engagement and Degree was Ms WJ Kotzé (1969). in South Africa and is known research. Ms Kotzé then completed a DCur and succeeded Prof Searle as nursing for its academic excellence, The research focus areas are: Head of Department in 1975 when sustainability and diversity. Woman and child health Prof Searle retired. The Department embraced HIV/AIDS – which incorporates indigenous knowledge systems Prof WJ Kotzé was succeeded by the African philosophy Practice development Prof JGP van Niekerk. Thereafter of Ubuntu by building Prof NC van Wyk was the Head History of the Nursing Department and from communities through the 2010 the Department has been led delivery of health care and In 1955 the Director of Nursing of the by Prof FM Mulaudzi. curative services.” Transvaal Provincial Administration asked Prof Charlotte Searle to offer a The Department of Nursing’s belief (Prof Fhumulani Mavis Mulaudzi) nursing programme. On 1 Feb 1956 the is this: first group of 32 student nurses arrived on campus. The Ubuntu philosophy – Be that quality and “I am because you are, On 18 Oct 1966 at the South practice it. Wherever You are because I am” Africa Nursing Association (SANA) Congress in Durban, the Association you are, give back to ‘Ubuntu’ refers to the connectedness urged the University to establish a that exists or should exist between Chair in Nursing, which was headed by the community and people. I am because you are, you are Prof Searle. Approval was also granted to the University. because I am. In this sense it means to transfer BA (Nursing) to the Faculty that I can only be a person through of Health Sciences. For our 60th birthday we have adopted other persons. The Department this slogan: Leaders yesterday, today practise Ubuntu through teamwork, The Bachelor of Nursing Science (BCur) and tomorrow! collaboration, participatory decision- was launched and on 1 Feb 1967
Minimum requirements for 2018 Programme Achievement level English Mathematics Physical Science APS NSC/ AS- A- NSC/ AS- A- NSC/ AS- A- School of Healthcare Sciences HIGCSE HIGCSE HIGCSE IEB Level Level IEB Level Level IEB Level Level BNurs – Bachelor of Nursing Science [4 years] Closing dates: 4 3 D D - - 28 SA – 31 May Non-SA – 31 May Selection is based on Grade 11 results, the NBT, the Value-added Questionnaire and an interview.English, Mathematics, Physical Science, Biology or Physiology are not compulsory subjects, but they are recommended subjects. Careers: General nursing, psychiatric nursing, midwifery and community nursing University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 40
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Tuks celebrates 60 years of training South Africa’s best nurses!
“The one thing that has allowed me to grow the most as a person, is my training as a nurse. This has been an eye- opening experience. Nursing has taught me to be humble, yet diligent and the programme has allowed me to expand my way of thinking and appreciate every day. There will always be challenges, but having someone’s life in your hands is a huge responsibility. What I enjoy the most are the moments when I witness the recovery process of a patient that I have taken care of.”
(Kgomotso Mokoena)
“As a nurse I have the opportunity to heal the mind, soul, heart and body of patients and their families. Nurses often do what nobody else will do. We have specialised skills. A career in nursing is so much more than I ever thought it would be and I love my chosen field of study!”
(Sadiyah Rashid)
“I became a nurse to help people who are sick and need to be cared for. By doing my job well on a daily basis, I am able to share my knowledge and experience with others. I am motivated knowing that I provide the best possible nursing care to every patient I care for. Fulfilling the needs of patients is my driving force. I work hard to make sure that I will be the best nurse I can possibly be when I qualify.”
(Tamarin Frobus) 41 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Humanities The power of language in our world
Are you intrigued by how wonderful different languages sound and do you wish you could understand and speak more languages yourself? What does the programme entail? Are you fascinated by the way people express themselves verbally and in writing in different languages? BA (Languages) equips students with integrated communication Would you love to be an editor or work in the media or diplomatic sector? skills and knowledge of the grammar, literature and culture of at least two languages of Then consider BA (Languages) – it may be the perfect programme for you! their own choice. Students can major in any of the following languages:
afrikaans Tswana (incl. Dutch) Sepedi english Zulu German Classical french languages Portuguese (ie Greek, Spanish Hebrew Ndebele and Latin)
To these language disciplines, students can add more languages and/or other modules from any other discipline in the Faculty of Humanities.
How many languages can I choose?
If you register for BA (Languages), you are permitted to take a minimum of two languages (as your majors) up to third-year level, from the list below: How does one learn a Career opportunities language best? exist in all these fields: Afrikaans Tswana (incl. Dutch) Sepedi attend lectures on the Advertising, media and English Zulu language and culture. communication, copywriting, German Classical Practise in the language creative writing, text and French languages laboratory. document design, editing, Portuguese (ie Greek, Improve your speech skills in language planning, language Spanish Hebrew practical classes. teaching and training, Ndebele and Latin) attend tutor classes. lexicography (compilation of dictionaries), technical If you are registered for another writing, public relations, text programme in the Faculty of design, translation, publishing, Humanities and you take a diplomatic sector, tourism language/s as an elective, you We recommend: may register for one or more of the above-mentioned languages. If you intend to become a Language Practitioner, it is recommended that you follow up your undergraduate degree – BA (Languages) – with: One or more of these languages a BAHons (Translation and Professional Writing); can also be taken as an elective a BAHons (Applied Language Studies); or if you are registered for a a BAHons in any of the language majors. programme in the Faculty of Law, Education, Theology or If you complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, you can also become Engineering. a teacher. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 42
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“Nelson Mandela said, ‘If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language that goes to his heart.’ I enrolled for a BAHons (Applied Language Studies) in the Department of Afrikaans. My passion has always been languages! While studying I won several awards, such as best achievement in German, Spanish and French, and the Protea Book Prize for exceptional achievement in Language, Culture and Communication: Afrikaans. My dream is to work for the United Nations as an interpreter and I am convinced that by continuing with postgraduate studies, I will get closer to my dream. This year I am doing my MA in African-European cultural studies and thus, I am closer to achieving my goal.” (Ophélie Romance Laure Coffi)
“I completed BA (Languages) majoring in Afrikaans and German at the University of Pretoria. The Faculty of Humanities offers much more than I expected. I gained knowledge in various disciplines and this broad foundation is very beneficial. Although I was registered for BA (Languages), I also took Sociology, which helps me to understand people better. Today this helps me a lot in my current studies. In 2014 I was a top achiever in German and had the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme between Tübingen and South Africa. In 2015 I received a Media24 bursary and I am currently enrolled for an Honours in Journalism at the University of Stellenbosch. I dream of becoming a news reader for the national broadcaster.” (Denique Smit)
“I studied BA (Languages) with English and Latin as my majors. I did an Honours in English Studies and also tutored in the Unit for Academic Literacy at the University of Pretoria. I received the accolade of Top Honours Candidate within my year. A Bachelor of Arts has taught me to recognise the humanity in all of us, regardless of our cultural differences. By reading a wide range of texts from the ancient classics up to the postmodernists, I was able to reflect critically on my own situation and to recognise myself in the personalities I studied. Studying at the Faculty of Humanities widened my thinking to the wider world and I feel enriched and invigorated. I now embrace change in myself and want to contribute towards positive change in the world around me.” (Adriaan Venter)
Minimum requirements for 2018 Contact information Programme Afrikaans or English Ntsike Dhlamini APS Tel +27 (0)12 420 5039 NSC/IEB HIGCSE AS-Level A-Level Email [email protected] BA (Languages) [3 years] Closing dates: 5 3 C C 30 SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
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Law
Dear prospective law student
If you are reading this, you are probably considering studying towards a career in law and justice. Are you fueled by a desire to help others and ready to make an impact on society?
Checklist: Do you have what it takes to become a successful law student and lawyer?
(Tick the appropriate box.)
1. Motivation I am: 3. Logical reasoning, Committed to a successful, honourable persuasiveness and sound career in law and justice. judgment Passionate about law and my decision to pursue a career in law and justice is based on something concrete such I have the ability to: as spending time in a law firm or court Analyse and think critically, to follow and taking a real interest in societal a chain of logic to identify potential interests linked to law and justice trouble areas in arguments and to spot instead of being misled by some weaknesses in the reasoning of others. spurious TV series. Exercise sound judgment in deciding the best course of action to pursue.
2. Good listening 4. Value honesty and integrity I am aware that lawyers are subject to and interpersonal a high degree of honesty, integrity and skills, proficiency ethical behaviour. I possess intrinsic values such as work ethic, ethical in languages, writing conduct and integrity. ability and literacy
I have the ability to: Persuade people to follow advice or convince them to negotiate a resolution. Read people and figure out the best approach. Adapt appropriate communication style. Communicate clearly and effectively in court, in writing, face-to-face or over the telephone. 5. Adaptability, stamina, energy and resilience
Manage and run a profitable practice. I am creative, determined, enthusiastic, energetic, and possess drive, emotional intelligence and perseverance. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 44
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6. Digest and convert 9. Time management loads of information, I have the ability to scientific data and prioritise tasks and paperwork generated manage time effectively. I realise that the by cases legal profession is I have the ability to: based on procedures Prepare strategies that require and limitations absorbing and comprehending large with accompanying amounts of information and distilling prescriptions. that into something manageable, relevant, valid and useful. 8. Problem Solver-in-Chief 7. Mental agility and 10. Attention to detail I am an administrator of
reasonable, logical I have the ability to not get overly note and have an eye for arguments, assumptions emotional when facing problems detail. and explore options. After all, I realise that and conclusions I usually view problems as lawyers do detail! I have the ability to: challenges or life experiences
Draw reasonable, logical conclusions and pro-actively and objectively and assumptions from limited address them. information. I am a good problem solver,
Analyse complex facts, versions, using a combination of intuition stories, hearsay, information, and logic to create solutions and testimonies, etc. finding opportunities. Analyse complex facts to identify the most crucial issues.
Look at our Faculty’s checklist below and we are sure that you will agree that Tuks is the place to study law in South Africa. Criteria for an excellent faculty of law:
1. Leading academics 6. Vibrant student life and active student Who are housed in the Departments of Jurisprudence, bodies Mercantile Law, Private Law, Procedural Law, Public Law Students serve the University of Pretoria’s student and the Centre for Human Rights. community through the Constitutional Tribunal and Who publish articles and textbooks covering a range of Student Disciplinary Advisory Panel. You may also join topics in the legal field. and/or serve on the management committees of Law Resulting in active partnerships and collaborations with a House, Legal Shebeen, Moot Society, Pretoria Student Law number of international universities and organisations. Review and Students for Law and Social Justice. As a TuksLaw student, you will be part of a vibrant faculty, 2. Specialised research centres and chairs university and community. Centres for: advanced Corporate and Insolvency Law, Child Law [with 7. Social consciousness and practical representation on the United Nations Committee on the legal training
Rights of the Child], Extractive Industries Law in Africa, Boasts a Law Clinic, established in 1980 by law students, Human Rights, Intellectual Property Law, International that ranks among the best in the country, which provides and Comparative Law [with representation on the United basic legal services to indigent members of society. Nations Human Rights Committee], Law and Medicine and Provides superior clinical legal education to final-year law
Sports and Entertainment Law. students as a final-year elective. Law Clinic Chairs in: 8. Acclaimed accredited legal journals and Intellectual Property Law, Barclays Africa Banking Law in publications
Africa, Education Law in Africa, International Development Such as De Jure, the Journal for Contemporary Roman- and African Economic Relations, International Dutch Law (THRHR), the African Human Rights Law Journal Constitutional Law and the United Nations Educational, and the African Human Rights Law Reports. Scientific and Cultural Organisation. The Pretoria Student Law Review, which publishes
articles by students, is funded and supported by the 3. Inquiry-led approach teaching Faculty and managed by law students. Academic books Values and aims to develop and improve the research and publications are also published in the Faculty by the skills of our students. Pretoria University Law Press (PULP).
One of a few faculties in South Africa who prescribes a research essay for final-year LLB-students. 9. Modern and impressive facilities A Law Building, designed to reflect the transparency of 4. Equips students with knowledge, skills and the legal world – a modern and impressive feature on the
perspectives Hatfield Campus of the University of Pretoria. Produces highly sought-after graduates who display The Law Building accommodates the well-equipped, and leadership and critical thinking abilities and are aware of “law student only”, Oliver R Tambo Law Library, which their social and ethical responsibilities. includes the unique Law of Africa Collection. Students are trained by experienced past mooters To enhance learning, leisure and interaction, students resulting in peer teaching and skills transfer. have access to social learning spaces such as the TuksLaw Kiosk and two quads. 5. Best mooters on the African continent Law students of the Faculty’s Moot Society excel in local 10. Delivers top alumni and highly sought-after and international moot court competitions and our teams graduates regularly achieve top honours at these events. Protecting legal rights, the Constitution and ensuring a Students are trained by students resulting in peer just society for all.
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Natuur- en Landbouwetenskappe
Liezl Ferreira sit haar uitstekende prestasies van die vorige jare voort
Vanjaar is Liezl vereer met die Visekanselier en Rektor se medalje vir haar uitmuntende voorgraadse akademiese prestasie as die beste student in die Fakulteit, met ’n gemiddeld van meer as 92,18 % gedurende haar drie jaar voorgraadse studies.
Sy het ook die Discovery Holdings-prys en die Outsurance-prys verower.
Verlede jaar was sy die nommer een-student op die Dekaan se Merietelys, met ’n gemiddeld van Liezl Ferreira 93% en het ook die meeste van die toekennings (vier) by die geleentheid opgeraap. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 46
Natural and Agricultural Sciences Pelly Malebe is the Next Einstein Forum Ambassador for South Africa!
Pelly is a PhD student in biotechnology, and a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society. She represented South Africa at the 2016 Next Einstein Forum (NEF – www.nef.org), which Pelly Malebe took place in Dakar, Senegal.
Fifty-four young ambassadors, one from Her academic journey Pelly received the each African country, attended the NEF from undergraduate to Global Gathering in 2016. postgraduate student National Research Their purpose? To champion African In 2008 Pelly received a merit award for science, technology, engineering and Foundation Doctoral outstanding academic achievement from mathematics. the Department of Biochemistry at the Innovation Award, as University of Pretoria. Macky Sall (President of Senegal), Paul Kagame (President of Rwanda) and well as the Southern She also won innovation awards for Naledi Pandor (Minister of Science and her honours and master’s studies. Technology, South Africa) were among African Biochemistry Pelly received the National Research the world leaders that were present at Foundation Doctoral Innovation the global gathering and have signed on and Informatics for Award, as well as the Southern African in support of this movement. Biochemistry and Informatics for Natural Natural Products Products Network (SABINA) Doctoral More about the Next Einstein Fellowship. Network (SABINA) Forum Her doctoral fellowship is funded by the Doctoral Fellowship. The NEF is a platform that leverages Carnegie Corporation of New York and scientists to solve global challenges by her supervisor is Prof Zeno Apostolides. bringing together leading thinkers in Her research focuses on identifying science, policy, industry and civil society and developing molecular markers in Africa. for drought tolerance and yield in the tea plant. The potential outputs of this The NEF is an initiative of the African research are robust molecular markers Institute for Mathematical Sciences that can be used in a selection process (AIMS) and the Robert Bosch Stiftung. in order to improve the yield of tea produced by the global tea industry. The NEF mobilises the brightest minds to look into the most persistent problems Pelly wants to understand the genetic through Science, Technology, Engineering basis of drought tolerance in plants, and Mathematics (STEM), as well as the because this knowledge has an impact social sciences. on food and job security. The breeding of drought-tolerant crop varieties is The early years important world-wide.
Pelly’s interest in science already started A provisional patent has been filed on at a very young age. She was a curious the results of her master’s. Final filing child. She found that the answers to of this patent with the African Regional some of her questions could be found in Intellectual Property Organisation, as well genetics textbooks. as in India, Sri Lanka, China and South Africa, is underway. Pelly’s research is partially funded by UP’s Institutional Research Theme in Genomics. 47 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Do you know what a wonderful career you could have if you graduate in mathematical sciences?
If you are someone with a high aptitude for mathematics, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing an Career opportunities in mathematics exciting career.
At the University of Pretoria you Applied mathematicians use lead to careers in areas such as choose between three routes: mathematical procedures to climatology, hydrology, economics find solutions to problems in the and the environment. Combined industry. with physics, mathematics also Mathematics opens doors to quantum mechanics A few examples include: and relativity theory, where cutting- Mathematical Statistics GPS systems require many edge research is done. Mathematics mathematical calculations. also forms the foundation of Actuarial Science Internet banking, ATM machines fields such as computer science and the electronic security of where it is used for designing confidential information in effective algorithms and advanced the financial industry (which computation. Postgraduate studies in all the fields rely on number theory), need are strongly encouraged to land you mathematicians. In e-commerce it is used in data that dream job! Mathematicians design the mining that is used to discover shapes of motor vehicles and the patterns in large data sets. New and aerodynamics of aircraft. budding fields are biomathematics All three In the medical industry and bio-informatics. Challenges in mathematics is used in advanced these fields include mapping the programmes diagnostic and life support human genome and how genes equipment. interact. And finally, financial will equip you You need mathematics to mathematicians predict the become an astronaut and the behaviour of financial markets. with skills like sky is the limit. Graduates in this field typically work at financial institutions like banks or logical thinking Applied mathematics combined investment houses. and problem- with other interests can also solving. These programmes offer the best of modern education founded on sound research.
You may want to consider a career as an academic, which is very fulfilling and many opportunities exist for educators in all three fields. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 48
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Career opportunities in mathematical statistics
What are the hottest skills that can get congestion and suggests faster routes. you hired in South Africa? According to Statisticians make use of statistical a 2015 survey by LinkedIn, the answer is methodologies to detect fraud, assist statistical skills. Statistics is a science of with credit-related portfolios and also collecting, analysing and summarising forecast financial economic trends. data. It involves computer programming Health insurance companies employ skills, mathematical thinking and the statisticians to study lifestyle ability to make sense from information. behaviour to improve health care Statisticians are needed across plans in South Africa. many professions, such as actuaries, retail companies study their customer economists, biologists, engineers and satisfaction and customer experience marketing executives. It is said that using statistical models. statistics makes information matter. We Spatial statistics can provide useful believe that, “Statistics is the app for information about climate changes, everything.” crime hot spots and rhino poaching geographical maps. Examples of career opportunities are: Statisticians advise animal scientists on Large companies require statisticians the factors affecting animal nutrition and data scientists to make sense of and genetic breeding plans. large sets of consumer information, to Government employs statisticians increase their yearly revenues and to to understand how population make informed decisions about their demographics, health risks and consumers. other factors influence sustainable Google analytics use statistics to track development programmes. internet users to generate leads for their recommended engines. Statistics is a scarce skill profession. Movement information captured Joining the profession offers endless job by cell phones is used by statistical opportunities and career satisfaction by predictive models to predict traffic solving real life problems.
Career opportunities in actuarial mathematics
After completing your undergraduate such as insurers, banks and medical degree, you are required to write a schemes. number of professional examinations Actuaries are also involved in long- in order to qualify and practice as term capital projects such as the an actuary. The field of expertise of development and financing of a actuaries covers, among others, the power station. following: Actuaries are responsible for the development of credit-risk An actuary designs the benefits rating models for banks for both of medical schemes, determines corporate and retail credit risk. contributions and contributes to The modelling of the financial financial management on a sound impact of epidemics (such as the long-term basis. HIV/AIDS epidemic in South Africa) An actuary calculates compensation is also done by actuaries. to dependants when a breadwinner Many actuaries have careers in loses their income due to a motor the more traditional fields of life vehicle accident. insurance and retirement funds. An actuary evaluates investments in shares, property and other Actuaries are employed in the transactions. following fields: They also design and analyse Life insurance financial derivative instruments, Social security eg options and futures. Pensions An actuary determines the reserves Health care financing for outstanding claims of short-term Banking insurers as well as the development Risk management of statistical rating models. Corporate finance Actuaries develop computer General insurance models to simulate the financial Investments performance of financial institutions 49 JuniorTukkie November 2016
UP with Science
How to write a scientific report
By Prof JE van der Waals 1 Characteristics of a good scientist
A good scientist is observant, prepared, inquisitive, disciplined, dedicated, motivated and creative.
2 Scientific writing 3 Structure of scientific Discussion papers In the Discussion, the validity of the results is assessed; conclusions are Whatever you are writing, The structure of scientific papers and drawn and comments made about the you should always follow significance and relation to previous these steps: reports varies, but the conventional format is Introduction, Materials and work. Practical implications should be mentioned and an indication given of Think Methods, Results and Discussion – the so-called IMRAD structure. These sections desirable future work on the subject. In some journals, Results and Discussion are Plan are preceded by the Title and Abstract, and sometimes followed by Conclusions combined. Write and a Summary. Acknowledgements and References terminate the paper. Acknowledgements Acknowledge assistance received from Revise Title colleagues and others who have helped The Title is a very important part of the you in your research or in the writing of paper. It should be concise, specific and the paper. Also acknowledge financial Think reflect the contents of the article so that assistance from institutions. Consider your title. readers can immediately decide whether Define the purpose and the article is of interest to them. The References scope of your composition. names and addresses of the authors All papers contain References to other Make notes of relevant appear below the title. publications on related work. A full list information and ideas. must be supplied of the papers and books Abstract referred to in the article. The way in which Plan The Abstract is a summary of the paper you write your references will be dictated Prepare a topic outline. and should include the purpose of the by the journal to which you would like to Organise the main points paper, materials and methods used submit your paper. into headings and sub- and a brief summary of the results headings and arrange them and conclusions. Any new information Below are examples of how to reference in a logical and effective obtained should be mentioned. Abstracts articles and books: order. do not usually exceed 200 words. Decide on the topics for Article: each paragraph under the Introduction Van der Waals, J.E., Korsten, L., Aveling, individual headings and In the Introduction the authors motivate T.A.S., 2001. A review of early blight of sub-headings. Remember their study and indicate briefly and potato. African Plant Prot. 7, 91-102. that each paragraph should concisely the aim and scope of the paper deal with one aspect only. and its relation to previous work done on Books: Decide upon an effective the same subject. Madden, L.V., Ellis, M.A., 1988. How to introduction and ending. develop plant disease forecasters. In: Materials and Methods Kranz, J., Rotem, J. (Eds.), Experimental Write In this section the authors describe Techniques in Plant Disease Use the topic outline as your exactly how their experiments were Epidemiology. Springer-Verlag, Berlin, guide. conducted, so that others can conduct the pp. 191-208. research. Revise rotem, J. 1994. The genus Alternaria: Put your manuscript aside Results Biology, epidemiology and for at least a day or two The Results should answer the questions pathogenicity. APS Press, St Paul, and then revise it carefully. posed in the Introduction. Include Minnesota. Make corrections and other negative and positive results. In most improvements. It is a good cases, use is made of figures (graphs, Website: idea to get other people to drawings, etc) and tables. Highlight in Hinchliffe, Lisa. 1998. Cut-and-Paste read the corrected draft of the text important data contained in the Plagiarism: Preventing, Detecting and your composition. tables and figures, but do not tediously Tracking Online Plagiarism. Viewed repeat all the data. online on 4 June 2004 at: http://alexia. lis.uiuc.edu/~janicke/plagiary.htm University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 50
Theology Theology student represents SA at G200 Youth Forum in Germany
The G200 Youth Forum is a network which aims for advancement across the globe.
Peter Kotzé, a Theology student at Tuks, participated “Hierdie was ʼn fantastiese Konferensie wat in the G200 Youth Forum that took place in Garmisch- Partenkirchen, in Germany from 6 to 10 April 2016. aangebied is in een van die mooiste dorpe in Duitsland. Dit is omring deur die Alpe. More than 200 young leaders from all over the world attended the event. They are students, academics, young Die Konferensie het baie netwerkgeleenthede members of parliaments and many are also business people. gebied en ek het mense ontmoet van The Summit comprises four main platforms: die Verenigde Nasies, die Internasionale The G200 Youth Forum Monetêre Fonds, die Belgiese Parlement, die The annual conference An international young parliamentarians’ debate Demokratiese Party in Washington, ‘n bankier The joint sessions van Ysland, mense van Saoedi-Arabië, Amerika, Finland en van Australië. Peter participated in the G200 Youth Forum, where students in the field of international relations, economics, finance and law discussed various threats to global stability, and proposed Ek staan verwonderd oor die voorstelle wat possible solutions. na vore gekom het en ek is opgewonde oor The title of the paper presented by Peter was, Social risk ‘n jong generasie wat saam wil staan om die factors shaping the global economy: New strategies for the sosiale probleme in ons gemeenskappe aan financial sector and world economy.His focus was primarily te spreek. Dankie vir die geleentheid om on organised crime and human trafficking as factors, which contribute to social and economic instability. Tukkies daar te kon verteenwoordig.”
Peter also acted as the Minister of Social Affairs and as (Peter Kotzé) South African representative. He found the interactions with parliamentarians, policy-makers, and democracy developers; other students, researchers and academics from around the world very beneficial.
G200 Delegates Peter Kotzé and other delegates Peter Kotzé with the South African flag
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Veterinary Science
Veterinary Science – Community engagement
1 I WANT TO BE A VET
The Onderstepoort Veterinary and Para Veterinary Student Committee (OPVSC) hosted 46 learners at their “I want to be a vet” day on 4 March 2016. The learners were informed of the admission requirements in order to study veterinary science and veterinary nursing and they were then allowed to interact with cattle, dogs, horses, pigs and sheep. Who would have thought catching a sheep would be that fun!
2 REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE
Our visit to Hluvukani was nothing short of epic! With suicidal chickens and “I don’t care” pigs we had to contend with playing “dodge that dog,” but upon arriving at the Hluvukani Animal Health Clinic (HAHC) I was pleasantly surprised by an oasis of calm amid the hustle and bustle. The staff have invaluable experience working with animals and always had helpful hints on procedures – I learnt so much from them. Dr Louise Biggs introduced a work ethic which is unparalleled! She is dedicated to helping the community, where it is about far more than just treating animals.
“For me it was an eye-opening experience into what it really means to be a veterinarian in a rural area. What an unforgettable experience!” (Sujatha Harrylal (BVSc))
3 LITTLE ACTS OF KINDNESS by Fatima Moolla (BVSc)
On 7 April 2016 members of the Onderstepoort Veterinary and Para Veterinary Student Committee (OPVSC) went to spoil the children at Amadea, a safe house run by Ms Rina Malan who takes in abandoned, neglected, sexually, emotionally and physically abused children; as well as disabled children and those who are infected with HIV/AIDS. The students spent the afternoon colouring in pictures with the children and painting their faces doing finger painting. The children put on a wonderful show for us. Please support them by visiting www.amadeasafehouse.co.za.
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It’s about making a difference’’( Kathy Calvin)
4 THE MAMELODI ANIMAL HEALTH CLINIC (MAHC)
The Mamelodi Animal Health Clinic (MAHC) is located on the Mamelodi Campus of the University of Pretoria and offers primary health care to the animals (mainly dogs) of the surrounding community at minimal cost. University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 52
Veterinary Science Information session on Rabies Presented by Lilize Wonigkeit and Burné Nel
“I am a second-year BEd (Foundation slowly and quietly walk away in the Phase Teaching) – Pre-primary to opposite direction. Feedback from the Veterinary Grade 3 student at the Faculty of Stay away from dogs you don’t know Science students when asked: Education, who loves meeting new even if they are chained or behind a What did you learn today? people and as a member of Tuks fence. PowerPoint presentations don’t Creative I have had the privilege to Pet care means one should take work well for small kids. do community outreaches that have them to a Veterinarian for annual a seven-year-old has an humbled me and made me realise examinations and vaccinations. attention span of 9 minutes! how grateful I should be for all that Sterilising a male dog can lessen his keep it simple and get the I have. I was very shy as a first-year aggressive inclinations. message across quickly and and would rarely speak up in class, let effectively. alone address a group of students, yet Keep the following in mind when Don’t lie to kids – they will I did exactly that this year, because I presenting to children: know! received support and encouragement Determine the age of the group and Have well-prepared and and have learnt so many new skills! their differing attention spans. interactive sessions. Adapt the language you use to the Children reflect our own Projects I thoroughly enjoyed were: age group. emotions. painting faces at a children’s home; Children naturally pull faces or Use dramatisation and be painting the children’s ministry room interrupt with questions while you creative, tell a story. of a church; and are telling a story. a presentation for the students in Older children have the tendency to Veterinary Science at Onderstepoort. act bored or uninterested. Don’t underestimate your audience. The purpose of the presentation at Make your presentation come alive. Onderstepoort was to show Veterinary Your voice is the most important tool Science students how to tell a story you have in your possession during when presenting to children. One a presentation. Use tone and volume hundred and fifty third-year Veterinary and a different tempo to retain Science students attended the talk. attention. Use your body and facial We chose the topic: ‘What is rabies and expressions to convey your passion how can it be treated?’ The information about the topic you are talking was compiled into a straightforward about. and simple booklet that the students Encourage audience participation can hand out at schools. Some of the by directing questions to a specific points I made were: person. If a person, bitten by a dog infected Use media, such as presentations with rabies, does not receive or posters; or dramatise your story treatment, it can lead to death. using a character from a book or Prevention is key. movie, but remember children My talk covered how to recognise absolutely adore puppets, teddy what a dog’s body language is bears or even a simple sock puppet. indicating, for example aggressive behaviour; as well as how to interact In my heart I am a teacher. I want to with a dog displaying strange work with children and see how they behaviour or symptoms, especially grow and develop into accomplished if it is a stray dog and you suspect it youngsters in my classroom. I cannot may be ill. imagine doing anything else.” This can help one avoid a child being bitten or mauled. Contact information For example, if a strange dog Annalie Botha suddenly runs up to you, just stand Tel +27 (0)12 420 4424 still and quietly let the dog sniff Email [email protected] you. When the dog walks away, 53 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Veterinary Science
The Tshwane Office of the Speaker brings girls to see the wonderful world of Veterinary Science
As part of the recent Take a girl to work day initiative, the Tshwane Office of the Speaker made it possible for 15 female learners The learners to visit the Faculty of Veterinary listen attentively Science at Onderstepoort on to the students 26 May 2016. explaining the different The Deputy Director in this Office, disciplines in the Ms Duduzile Malatsi, said that field of veterinary veterinary science is a profession science. in the scarce skills category and it was chosen for this reason. Staff from her department together with the girls were informed about the various disciplines and range of rewarding career opportunities that A Veterinary exist in this field. Science student giving her They then enjoyed a short tour of presentation to the facilities. This included a visit the learners. to the Faculty’s Skills Lab, which impressed the girls very much! Many commented that it was an amazing experience and they acknowledged how little they had known about veterinary science before their visit.
The girls are surprised to “This was a very hear about how interesting informative and Veterinary Science and Veterinary eye-opening Nursing are as careers. session, not only for the girls, but also for our support staff that accompanied them”. (Ms Duduzile Malatsi) ‘In order to have a real relationship with our creativity, we must take the time and care to cultivate it.’
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Residences Residence placement at the University of Pretoria – what you need to know By Lorraine Bartlett
If you want to make sure that your years as a student Tuks residences – your home away from home are wonderful, rich, full of exciting things, interesting Hatfield Campus Groenkloof Prinshof Other and much fun, you will have Female Male Campus Campus Campuses Inca Curlitzia Onderstepoort this and much more being in Asterhof Boekenhout a residence! You will make (Female) (Female) (Male/Female) Tuks Naledi lifelong friends and have the Kiaat Olympus Erika Kollege (Mamelodi) (Male) (Male) opportunity to participate (Male/Female) in a range of sporting and Tuks cultural activities as well Lilium Bophelong Jasmyn Maroela as in community outreach (Female) (Male/ projects. I promise you, it will Female) Zinnia be a memorable experience! Katjiepiering Mopanie (Female) Residence placement is based Klaradyn Olienhout on academic merit* and date of Madelief Taaibos application. Preference is given to students with an average* of TuksVillage TuksVillage 70% and above. The demand for Nerina accommodation by far exceeds the available spaces, thus it is not possible Please note to offer placement to every student If your programme is in the Faculty of Health Sciences, you will automatically be who applies. considered for placement in a residence on the Hatfield or Groenkloof Campuses. Only once the selection has taken place and you are sure of admission, may you be considered for placement at the Prinshof Campus. If your programme is in the Faculty of Education, you will be considered for placement Guaranteed residence in a residence on the Groenkloof Campus only. If your programme is in the BSc (Four-year programme), you will automatically be placement: 85%–100% considered for placement in a residence on the Mamelodi Campus (Tuks Naledi). All other programmes in the Faculty of Law, Economic and Management Sciences, Guaranteed placement in a Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology, Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Humanities, Veterinary Science (first-year of BVSc only) and Theology will residence of the University of automatically be considered for placement in a residence based on or close to the Pretoria rests upon the following: Hatfield Campus. The prospective student must: apply before 1 May in the year preceding studies; have obtained a minimum average of 85%* in the examination with which the student applies for admission to study at UP; and be provisionally admitted to a programme.
* Please take note that the academic average percentage is based on a calculation formula of the University of Pretoria University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 56
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How do I apply?
Application for residence placement is available on the same online application form on which you apply for your programme of choice. There is a section in the form that you need to complete if you are interested in residence placement.
As soon as a place has been allocated to you, you will receive a written notification. It is then critical that you pay the prescribed residence reservation levy within 30 days of the date of the placement letter, or make arrangements to pay this amount. If you fail to do so, your place will automatically be cancelled and allocated to the next candidate.
UP residences have dining halls at the residence or nearby. IT labs, laundry rooms and parking bays are available for a nominal fee.
Alternative accommodation
The following private facilities may be considered for alternative accommodation:
Hatfield Campus
Alternative Telephone number Email or website accommodation Campus House +27 (0)12 426 3400 www.midcity.co.za (Midcity) Campus Key +27 (0)861 788 336 www.campuskey.co.za Eastwood Village +27 (0)10 020 0300 [email protected] (Respublica) Isa Carstens Academy +27 (0)12 348 0125 [email protected] Residence South Point +27 (0)800 788 336 www.staysouthpoint.co.za The Fields (Property) +27 (0)12 362 4473 [email protected] Urban Nest +27 (0)12 343 5138 [email protected] (Respublica)
Prinshof Campus
Alternative Telephone number Email or website accommodation Craig’s Place +27 (0)12 319 8700 [email protected] (City Property)
Other
Alternative Telephone number Email or website accommodation Arlon Property +27 (0)12 362 5499 [email protected] Off Campus Rental +27 (0)12 362 6123 [email protected] Rosendal +27 (0)12 341 7600 [email protected] TheRoomLink +27 (0)82 629 2870 [email protected]
Contact information Tel +27 (0)12 420 3111 Email [email protected] Website www.up.ac.za/accommodation 57 JuniorTukkie November 2016
Residences
More than just a residence…welcome to HOUSE OLYMPUS!
Situated on top of a hill on the University’s Prinshof Campus, House Olympus is home to male students in the Faculty of Health Sciences.
House Olympus, with its spacious layout, comfortable living quarters and views overlooking the beautiful skyline of Pretoria and the surrounding suburbs often hear visitors’ remark: This is not a residence, this is holiday resort!
The Olympian that dwells on the grounds of Mount Olympus is no mere man. From sport to culture; from balancing social life in between serious academic endeavour; the men in Olympus do nothing half-heartedly. All the programmes in this Faculty are extremely demanding and pose many challenges.
House Olympus is placed third in the Residence of the Year awards in 2015. With a top Male Academic Residence winning streak of 8 years, House Olympus remains a front-runner when it comes to academic excellence.
With their core values of respect, integrity, brotherhood and excellence, the Olympians stand firmly behind their credo,VIRORUM INLUSTRIUM, or “Men of Distinction.”
In 2016 they continue to prove their illustrious status by being placed in the top 3 of various inter-residence competitions.
Asked about their winning recipe, their Chairperson for 2016, Carl-Adriaan Hugo had the following to say, “At House Olympus, we believe that to strive for excellence is more than just dreaming about your achievements. No, it takes ground-breaking innovation, the sweat of hard work on your brow and the intolerance to mediocrity to excel you to your full potential and earn you your place amongst the stars.”
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Residences
House Curlitzia won residence of the year in 2013, 2014 and 2015
Nestled in between Tshwane District First-year students of Curlitzia are Hospital and Steve Biko Academic affectionately known as the “Kloekies.” Hospital, House Curlitzia stands proudly The residence welcomes approximately as an exclusively female medical 120 new first-year students every year residence of the University of Pretoria. and they are assisted in making the Curlitzia is home to approximately 370 challenging transition from school to of the most intelligent, passionate, university, with the help of the House caring and driven ladies on Campus, Committee and the House Parents, who are striving to become well- Dr Monja and Prof Lourens Human. educated, but balanced ladies and Welcoming Week is filled with fun, future Health Science professionals in functional and educational activities South Africa. Many excel not only in and a great opportunity for the academics, but also in sports, culture, students to make new friends. charity outreaches and in various social spheres. The first line of Curlitzia’s Code of Honour states: Since 2004, Curlitzia is officially known as a residence of the University of Pretoria. In 2005 a devastating fire We are one; a burnt down the A-block of Curlitzia. There were no casualties, except for Sebastian, the res rabbit, who tragically sisterhood united died of smoke inhalation. The Sebastian Study Hall that was rebuilt in this block by passion. was named in his honour. It is evident that the ladies of Curlitzia Curlitzia has won the coveted TuksRes are a tight-knit family of diverse and Residence of the Year award for three passionate young women, who strive consecutive years (2013–2015). They towards excellence in every aspect of have won this award 7 times in total life. Consider Curlitzia when you apply – in their 13 years of existence. They are you will be happy here! Add or follow "Curlitzia Res" the top performing academic residence @huiscurlitzia every year, and receive top honours in @huiscurlitzia many other categories too. TuksSport
Athletes training at TuksSport proved that hard work and dedication does pay off. No fewer than 34 Olympians, 2 Paralympian’s plus 8 managers, coaches and a Rio doctor, representing Olympic the University of Games Pretoria, flew to Rio for the Olympic Games.
On 14 July 2016, SASCOC announced the Team South Africa Olympic Squad for the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro. The athletes included were:
AQUATICS: GYMNASTICS: ROWING: Cameron van der Ryan Patterson Kirsten McCann, Burgh, Douglas Ursula Grobler, Kate Erasmus and Jarred Christowitz, Lee-Ann Crous Persse and Micheen Thornycroft (Zimbabwe); ATHLETICS: JUDO: James Thompson, Carina Horn, Wenda Zack Piontek Shaun Keeling, Jake Nel, Akani Simbine, (South Africa), Green, Vincent Breet, Tlotliso Leotlela, Marlon August John Smith, Lawrence Henricho Bruintjies, (Mozambique) and Brittain, David Hunt, Clarence Munyai, Roderick Kunuku Jonathan Smith and Lindsay Hanekom, (Congo) Andrew Peebles Louis van Zyl, LeRoux (Zimbabwe) Hamman, Luvo Manyonga, Wayne Snyman, Marc Mundell and Kurt PARALYMPICS Couto (Mozambique)
GOLF: SWIMMING: ARCHERY: Brandon Stone Emily Gray Shaun Anderson
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Akani Simbine took 5th place in the 100m final with a time of 9.94. He made history by being the first South African male sprinter, since Danie Joubert in LA 1932, to qualify for the 100m final at the Olympics. It has therefore been 84 years since SA was represented in the 100m final.
The last male gymnast to represent SA at the Olympic Games was in 1956. This year TuksGymnast Ryan Patterson made history by his inclusion in the squad of 24 athletes who went to Rio.
“You have worked hard over many Our strength at TuksSport lies in years to be where you are. You have the focus, discipline, determination sacrificed a lot. You have endured and persistence of every athlete many challenges in your quest to be and coach. I salute our coaches for Olympians and Paralympians. You the incredible work they are doing “Our strength have been (and are) supported by and honour the scientists, medical at TuksSport lies in those who love you and also want you practitioners and other professionals to achieve the highest honours you at the High Performance Centre the focus, discipline, are capable off. For you and for them whose contribution to our athletes’ determination and this is a dream come true. We hope performances is enormous.” persistence of that all of you will achieve the best every athlete performances of your career at Rio. (Mr Kobus van der Walt – Rio send-off and coach.” This is what you have trained for. It will speech on 28 July 2016) be an unforgettable experience. The University of Pretoria is proud of you.
Jarred Crous made South Africa proud at the Rio Olympics
“While preparing for participation in the Rio Olympics, my most memorable moments included the Mare Nostrum series. Racing against the best swimmers in the world is unbelievable! It was my first trip to the United States and I was ecstatic to qualify for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. And when I won in all 3 breast-stroke events in Monaco my heart nearly jumped out of my chest. Winning the 50 was pretty amazing!
Swimming requires a lot of discipline, sacrifice and a lot of mental strength. In preparing for the Olympics I realised My Olympic dream was to win gold, of that nothing is easy. Training intensifies course – and to be a world title record- It’s very tough trying to balance in this time and is tougher than normal. holder. I have enrolled for the Higher swimming with an academic workload There are days where I thought I Certificate in Sports Science next year, and to find time for a social life. To be just could not do it but I had to push but what I ultimately want to do full- honest I don’t really have much of a through. This ultimately made me time, is be a blacksmith, who creates social life. stronger physically and mentally. handmade custom knives.” 61 JuniorTukkie November 2016
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Zack Piontek is a proud member of the TuksJudo Club and is a full-time athlete
Highlights being a TuksSport Club Tips to survive the four-years member one prepares for participation in Olympics “The TuksJudo club is the only judo club in South Africa that has sent qualified “The biggest mistake anyone can judokas to the Olympic Games in make is to think they can do it alone. 2008, 2012 and now in 2016. There is I believe the key to continue with this no greater honour and privilege for a hard and difficult lifestyle as a full-time sportsman like myself who is chasing sportsman, is having a good support an Olympic dream to train with judokas structure. This includes everyone that who have represented South Africa has an influence in your life and in your previously and to learn from them. Judo professional and sporting career. This requires self-motivation and discipline. includes people like my family, friends, You must have respect for your team girlfriend, the hpc, TuksSport, University mates, your coach and you must be of Pretoria and my Judo Club. These prepared to put in the hard work are the people and support structures required to compete with the best.” that enabled me to be tenacious and to overcome the hard and challenging How do you achieve balance times I faced at times.” Highlights in the last few years between an academic workload, intensive training, a healthy social In 2014 I won a gold medal in the life and preserving your health? “Since the age of 90 kg category for men at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. “There is so little time to socialise and eleven my dream has In 2015 I competed in the Tyumen if you take your training seriously, you been to represent Grand Slam and came fifth. I was the also need sufficient rest to maintain only senior South African judoka to your health. I ask this question, ‘Will SA at the Olympics win a bronze medal in the final at this choice help my cause or not?’ In the Grand Slam tournament. everything I do, I ask this question and in judo. I would like I graduated with a BCom degree I base my decision on the answer. I from UNISA in 2015. managed to complete my degree in to make South Africa The proudest moment, however, 2015, but it was not easy. Studying was my wedding on 2 October 2015 while preparing for the Olympic Games proud and bring when I married my sweetheart, was incredibly taxing, but I persevered Cherése. We have been dating since because I consistently tried to make home a medal.” we were 15 years old. good decisions.”
Marlon Acacio decided to come out of retirement in “To be honest, the closer I came to the Olympic Games, 2012 and train for the Olympics. He also participates in judo the less balance was evident in my life. The first two years and is the owner of a digital marketing agency. prior to the Games, the focus was on removing myself from my business, setting up systems to replace me when I was travelling and training elsewhere. There were many very early “The support of the TuksJudo mornings and very late nights to make it work. Closer to the games I basically stopped working and lived in a house at the Club has been a mainstay in High Performance Centre so that I could focus completely on my sport. I only went home for half a day during the week and my sporting career from the on weekends. beginning, because without it, It is four intense years to prepare for the Olympics. There are no ordinary moments. You simply have to stay focused on it would have been much harder your goal and enjoy every moment because it goes by fast! I also trusted that everything happens for a reason and can to persevere and be disciplined help you get what you want or it will teach you something. I wanted to win a Gold Medal at the Rio Olympics. That was enough to put in the constant forefront in my mind all the time. practice that participation at I already have a career that I love, but my long-term dream is to create a portal that helps fund athletes to achieve their this level requires.” Olympic dreams.” University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria 62
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“The biggest lesson that I learnt through this four-year cycle is to trust the process and believe in my ability.” (Lindsey Hanekom, 400m hurdler)
Marc Mundell graduated with a Master’s degree in Human Movement Sciences in 2011 and is a full-time athlete. His sporting discipline is race walking and he excels in the 50 km race walk.
married in 2013! Qualifications for the Time management is crucial and in Olympics took place in March, August my case it was also essential to look at and December 2015 and I was thrilled seasonal prioritisation. I communicated with my personal best time in 2015 openly with my family and friends and (National/African record).” made time to spend with them as often as possible. Hearing your name announced as an inclusion in the Olympic team is Key lessons I have learned during the indescribable. preparatory years before the Games include (a) staying positive (b) backing “Thinking back to the time I was a my coach (c) being consistent in my member of TuksAthletics, I recall training (d) building on my capability winning my first SASSU in 2004 and I was season for season (e) creating a also Sportsman of the Year in 2004. I structured training environment participated in the World Student Games with the help of TuksSport and hpc in 2007, managed my first USSA team at staff. Without this I would never have the Fasu Games in 2008 and was chosen succeeded.” on as an executive member in 2009.” What were your Olympic dreams? What discipline do you believe your sport requires? “To become a three-time Olympian and, if possible, to achieve a “The volume of training require second personal-best and my best is substantial and should not be performance ever. It is also important underestimated. You will have to make to me to motivate school children to “In preparing for the Olympics I had maximum sacrifices and be willing to dream big and believe they can achieve to deal with knee surgery in 2012. hurt for long periods of time during those dreams. Then I participated in the 2013 World your training and races. I made sure I Championships where I made my passed my academics and focused on I hope to work in the high performance debut and followed that up with my sport. I also trusted my coach 100% sporting arena one day and to be the participation again in 2013. I also got in terms of my exercise programme. Chef de Mission of an Olympic Team.” 5297 Career Xplora Poster 210x297.pdf 1 2016/03/04 1:20 PM
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