Prepare for your life after matric and be a step ahead of other learners. Imagine waking up every day to do what you really love and are passionate about!!
This is a privilege to those who make the right choices before and after matric that enables them to follow their passion, talents, and dreams.
It’s never easy to align your interests and abilities with the right career, especially for people who come from remote and developing areas. But it's a thing of the past because nowadays, everyone has access to the internet and can access information that'll help make sound life after matric choices.
So what would you like to do NOW? Study or Work?
Further Your Studies
Most learners often choose to further their studies to boost their chances of getting a better job that pays well in the future.
It's even easier to study at a higher institution after matric because you'd still have the momentum and energy to learn more.
To make your life easy, apply for college or university online to reserve your slot should you choose to further your studies with any institution.
Here's a list of universities and colleges' online application links to get you started.
- Tshwane University of Technology
- Wits University
- University of Pretoria
- Vaal University of Technolgy
- University of Fort Hare
- University of South Africa
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Limpopo
- University of Kwazulu Natal
Find Work
It's possible to find work straight after matric.
You will gain experience at work and grow your skillsets, though it's not going to be that easy.
While you might not get the job you really want, that pays high, you can always save up to go back to school for the right career choice.
Start by finding student work with job boards. These are job search websites where you can find any type of work, posted by real companies.
Take a Gap Year
Yes, a lot of learners take gap years to reboot before entering another commitment such as studying further or going to work.
Perhaps your matric year was challenging physically or mentally and you just want to take some time off, a gap year is a good option.
Want to know the best part?
Some universities offer courses and semesters starting in June/mid-year. So you can take a six-month gap and then get back to studying for a better future.