Studying A Bachelor In Social Science – Your Key To Becoming An Analytical Thinker

A Bachelor in Social Science degree prepares you for your workplace by challenging you to become an analytical thinker. Often a course offered by the Humanities department, this course is a three year undergraduate degree and you have the option to further your post graduate studies in your chosen major (the specific field).

What major’s do you get in Bachelor in Social Science?

You can choose to specialise in one of the following subjects:

·         Development Studies / Social Development

·         Economics

·         Gender Studies

·         Industrial Sociology

·         International Relations

·         Philosophy

·         Politics

·         Population Studies

·         Psychology

·         Public Policy and Administration

·         Religious Studies

·         Social Anthropology

·         Sociology

A Bachelor in Social Science programme offers you the opportunity to work in journalism, publishing, public relations, marketing, human resources, a position in training and development, public or civil services, psychology, counseling, social and community services, social welfare as well as a variety of administrative positions.

What are the benefits of studying a Bachelor in Social Science degree?

There are several benefits of studying a Bachelor in Social Science degree. Here are just a few reasons why you should consider it:

·         This degree offers subjects that deal with contemporary and relevant areas of study

·         You can choose your subjects and tailor your degree to suit your unique areas of interest or to support the career that you would like to follow.

·         The degree aims to prepare you to be able to communicate efficiently with professional and non-professional individuals and groups to be able to do sufficient research and devise development programmes in your chosen field

·         You will be able to analyse complex social problems and apply ethical principles to resolve possible issues

·         This programme will encourage you to think creatively and to apply perspective to solve problems in social sciences.

Where can I sign-up?

Entrance requirements for a Bachelor in Social Science degree include Matric exemption. Some universities or collages offer only a few of the majors mentioned here, although you will have to consider your university or collage carefully, depending on what you would like to specialise in. Once you have chosen your field, you can confirm the specific entrance requirements of the Bachelor in Social Science degree offered at your chosen tertiary institution.

If you would like to apply to study a Bachelor in Social Science degree, you can contact us to find out how we can assist you with a loan to cover your tuition fees as well as a loan for your textbooks, a laptop or tablet as well as any other study-related equipment you might need like a scientific calculator. Visit our website today to find out how we can assist you to unlock your potential as a Bachelor in Social Science graduate!

Setting Goals For 2014…That You Can Really Achieve

Setting goals has become an integrated part of many of our lives… whether you aim to pass maths with distinction, place more effort into science, complete a run in a shorter period of time or learn a new language… there are so many goals and it is so easy to extend your goal deadline. This week we take a look at why you should be setting goals and how to go about it!

Why you should set goals:

Goals are used by achievers in various fields like business and sports – business oriented people might set financial goals for the company whereas sportsmen and woman might choose to set goals like winning a tournament, being selected for a specific team or breaking a record. Much like the goals set by businessmen or women and sportsmen or women, your goals can give you long term vision and help you to benefit from seeing the progress to reach that long term vision.

How to start setting goals:

If you‘re looking at setting goals, you have to look at how they contribute to the bigger picture! Identify goals that you will be able to reach – if you keep to regular small goals, the chances of you being able to reach them is far greater. You will then be able to celebrate reaching your goals (which will do wonders for your confidence).

The best day to start is today. Stop delaying the process and start working on your goals today. Whether you want to achieve better marks so that you can get that dream job, whether you want to take a course to take a step up the corporate ladder or if you want to change professions, today is better than any other day to get that process going.

Are you looking to further your studies to reach your dreams? At Eduloan, we offer educational finance to assist you with school, collage, technicon and university tuition! We also offer loans for study-related equipment like textbooks, laptops, tablets and other study related equipment that you might need to complete your studies (like calculators, stethoscopes and musical instruments for example). Visit our website, speak to one of our friendly consultants (0860 55 55 44) or sms* ‘EDU’ to 32150 and we’ll call you back!

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EDULOAN CONGRATULATES 2013 MATRICULANTS

Eduloan congratulates the 2013 matric class on their notable efforts. Well done.
 

Having prepared for this day since Grade 11, these results are a gateway to your educational future.

Eduloan wishes South Africa’s matriculants all the best for their future. “You are  South Africa’s future and your welfare and success will impact on the country as a whole,” says Memela. 

For those looking to further their education, now is the time to focus. For these pupils a new world is opening up; one that may prove to have stumbling blocks for those that are unprepared, says Eduloan CEO Totsie Memela.

In order to be a productive young professional, emphasis should be on moulding individuals that are driven to succeed; that are focused on growing the economy and that are able to maximise on the opportunities presented to them.

According to the National Planning Commission Diagnostic Report fewer than 4% of those who pass matric will be accepted into university.

The past few years have shown the ratio of young South Africans opting for university studies as opposed to those who decide on further education and training (FET) or are willing to consider an artisanship is distorted compared to international benchmarks. Yet these alternatives can lead to better results in terms of employment and income potential.

Matric provides young adults with a broad theoretical background, but does not prepare them to perform specific tasks in the workplace. This is one of the reasons why only about 25% of school leavers are expected to find formal employment.

In South Africa and elsewhere there is a trend to only consider university studies. This is an option for matrics who received university exemption marks and who are informed about the course they want to apply for and where this course will take them in life.

Memela says a university degree is not only option for further education. There is a shortage of artisans, like plumber and boilermakers. . As an emerging economy, South Africa requires such skills in order to be competitive.

Universities of Technology offer national diplomas in a wide variety of career options and have lower entrance requirements than academic tertiary institutions.

In addition there are 50 FET colleges with 264 campuses country-wide offering a range of programmes from engineering, business studies, art and music, and food services for students who did not qualify for university entrance.

“Students need to be practical about their future. If you qualify for and can afford tertiary academic institutions, and know where your degree will take you, go for it. If not, pursue other options like FET colleges or consider part-time study. Whatever the choice or opportunity, for those prepared to work hard there is a future,” says Memela.

Eduloan offers a variety of financing options to help prospective students on their way. For more information call Eduloan’s Client Services Department on 0860-55-55-44 or visitwww.eduloan.co.za or follow us on www.twitter.com/EduloanSA

ABOUT EDULOAN

Eduloan is a leading education finance specialist operating in Southern Africa. Since its inception in1996, Eduloan has provided more than 720 000 study loans valued at R3.7-billion and continues to help thousands across Africa unlock their true potential. Currently, Eduloan approves between 50 000 and 60 000 loans annually to students, a significant proportion of them working professionals.

Eduloan’s loan offerings include repayment options at extremely affordable, fixed-interest rates, for the duration of the loan period. 

Study fees are paid by Eduloan directly to the institution, taking the administrative burden away from the student/corporate institution.  Loans can be paid back either through a salary deduction or a debit order.

For more information, call Eduloan’s Client Services Department on 0860-55-55-44 or visit www.eduloan.co.za. Follow us on Twitter/EduloanSA and Facebook/EduloanSA.

Festive Greetings

We would like to wish you and your family all the best over this festive season. Thank you for your continued support during 2013. We wish you well into 2014, hoping that you reach all your dreams by unlocking even more potential in the new year.

We will be here to answer your calls and respond to requests throughout the festive season, hoping to assist you when applications for 2014 matter to you most! Our Call Centre will be open throughout the festive season!

Operating hours:

08h00 – 17h00, Monday to Friday. Closed on public holidays

Until next year!

Year of The Artisan &Skills-Based Education: How To Become A Builder

Whether you want to assist in building a community or whether you enjoy working with your hands, this month we take a look at what it takes to become a builder. A builder is responsible for several different jobs surrounding buildings and construction and often assumes the position of contractor during a project. Being a builder has several benefits, although it often demands hard physical work. As a builder, you can be self-employed or you can work for a construction or development company.

As a builder, you are responsible for a variety of things which include:

·         Working with the architect to build according to specifications

·         Planning and buying the relevant building equipment and material

·         Managing several contactors (like tilers or electricians)

·         Understanding the relevant building laws and regulations

·         Managing a team of builders to ensure that the project is completed on time and according to plan

·         Understanding how to accurately and safely operate a variety of equipment associated with the building process.

If you…

·         enjoy working outdoors

·         are skilled and enjoy working with your hands

·         enjoy being accurate

·         have a fine eye for detail

·         have a steady hand

·         enjoy working with others

… then you could be a perfect candidate to become a builder!

Training is a very important part of building, mainly because there are important safety regulations to adhere to during the building process to ensure that buildings are safe for occupation and that they will not be affected by the elements (like wind and rain). If you want to be a builder, it is suggested that you get formal training. It is always an advantage to be able to supply a future employer with certificates and paperwork to prove that you are skilled for the job.

There are several colleges that teach building subjects – you can confirm with the Construction Engineering Training Authority (CETA) whether your college or course is certified. If a course is CETA accredited it means that they comply with the minimum industry standards. This is a good course to choose and you know that your training will be of good quality and your certificate valid.

You can contact Eduloan as soon as you have decided which school or training college you would like to study at and one of our consultants will be able to give you all the information you require to get the financial assistance you need to realise your dream of becoming a builder. Keep in mind that we also offer loans for all your study equipment – so you do not have to worry about having to buy a level, hardhat or drafting table. For more information or to speak to one of our Eduloan consultants, visit our website www.eduloan.co.za.