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Matric finals are over and the wait for results feels long. Use these weeks well. Start by writing down which subjects you passed comfortably and which ones worry you, so you know your real options.
Check the application deadlines for universities, TVET colleges and bursaries. Many close before results come out. Ask your Life Orientation teacher or a counsellor to go over your choices.
Waiting time is planning time. Learners who use it well make calmer choices in January. Sipho Ndlovu, School Leaver Career CounsellorIf you want a second opinion, book a free chat with us in Somerset West. Bring your report card and a list of questions.
Make a plan for the wait
The weeks after the last paper can drift by fast. Pick a few small goals: update your CV, research two or three study options, and talk to someone working in a field you like. A part-time job or a short online course also looks good on any application.
Get ready for results day
Have a plan A, B and C before results arrive. Know which institutions accept late applications and how to apply for a second-chance rewrite. Keep your ID, certificates and bank details in one folder. Being ready makes results day far less stressful for you and your family.
Nomvula Dlamini
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Riaan Petersen
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Lerato Khumalo
Clear and honest advice about study and career choices. I shared it with a few colleagues who are thinking about changing careers.