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Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Get Educated; Published: 08 April 2015; Last Updated: 18 February 2016

Monash South Africa recognises four of its recent dynamic graduates

Monash South Africa recognises four of its recent dynamic graduates

One such remarkable student is Foundation Kundiona, a Zimbabwean student who has just received his second qualification from Monash South Africa and is currently on his way to completing his Honours within the School of Business and Economics. In addition students Karishma Maharaj and Kegaugetswe Motsomi, both graduated with Honours in Public Health and have already started working in their respective fields; their enthusiasm and amazing achievements truly ensure they stand out as future pioneers and leaders in their respective fields. Mongezi Godfrey Lomo overcame family circumstances and a township upbringing to graduate with Honours in Criminology and now works to help the underprivileged.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Get Educated; Published: 17 March 2015; Last Updated: 19 February 2016

FirstStep.me spoke to the team at Global Education about what’s trending in the world of Studying Abroad and how to prepare and handle challenges for an overseas education adventure.

The Studying Abroad experience with Global Education

Should you not meet the entry requirements of a university or college - why is a bridging, pathway or foundation program so important for an individual looking to study in a foreign country?

Most Universities offer a pathway,bridging or foundation course should a student who has not met the admission requirement to obtain direct entry. Global Education will advise if further qualifications are required. However in terms of South Africa, all the Universities in partnership with Global Education are aware of the South African Matric system and are willing to accept South African students directly into their University if the student applies through Global Education and meets the entry requirements. This is because Global Education has worked closely with these Universities for over 8 years and has kept the universities they represent up to date with the requirements on the South African School leaving system.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Get Educated; Published: 13 January 2015; Last Updated: 07 April 2016

According to the WWF there are currently only 4 northern white rhinos left in the world. This sad statistic is just one of many representing the extreme pressure the environment is under – more often than not as a result of human intervention.

Planetary changes and solutions for 2015 - image credits Paul Murray and SOLVATTEN®

Planetary changes and solutions for 2015 - image credits Paul Murray and SOLVATTEN®

FirstStep.me spoke to an environmental artist and one very awesome social organisation about what changes and solutions in 2015 can help the planet become a better place.

The Change

Conservation and Environmental Artist Paul Murray - “If earth was a business…Would money grow on trees? Would oceans flow with gold? And would animals be listed on the Stock Exchange? I don’t think so. Therefore my hopes and dreams for 2015, is for a little more understanding. Understanding of what 'man' has and is doing to the planet and its animal inhabitants is the change that is needed.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Get Educated; Published: 03 March 2015; Last Updated: 06 April 2016

With the high school Matric results recently released in South Africa. A number of graduates are left in the open with either a lot on their plate or in many case very limited options. FirstStep.me spoke with Alie Brand from Stellenbosch Rugby Academy (SRA) about opportunities that matriculants should take note of.

Stellenbosch Rugby Academy

Stellenbosch Rugby Academy

In terms of using a sporting background with education as is the case with Stellenbosch Rugby Academy, does this also serve a similar platform as an academic bridging platform? - Basically does sport help students adjust to higher education - Yes, it is of importance in the case of the Rugby Academy that our students are put on the correct career path. This process normally takes 6 months, and then the student can start studying.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Get Educated; Published: 30 December 2014; Last Updated: 19 February 2016

University of the People: A University by the People, For the People

University of the People

“When you educate one person you can change a life; when you educate many you can change the world” – University of the People President and Founder Shai Reshef

Since 2009, Shai Reshef has been championing a global solution to make higher education attainable to everyone, no matter their social, geographic or economic status.