“Stellenbosch University is known as the oldest university in South Africa”
Clyde W
Switzerland, Urban and Regional Planning, 2016
Overall
I started my academic career at Stellenbosch University with my Bachelor's degree: Development and Environmental Studies. My majors were Geography and Environmental Studies as well as Public and Development Management.
The enthusiasm of the lecturers persuaded me to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree: Public and Development Management.
My strong passion for the Built Environment persuaded me to further my studies and enrolled for the Masters degree: Urban and Regional Planning. Throughout my Masters degree, I developed close relationships with my lecturers account to their knowledge and passion for the discipline.
Stellenbosch University is an excellent university, often receiving numerous awards and located in one of the most beautiful towns.
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Careers
The University offers numerous opportunities for students where students can work as Mentors, Tutors and administrative staff to gain work experience.
Due to enrolling for the Honours degree in Public and Development Management, I was offered an internship at the Western Cape Government: Department of Social Development, which I soon resigned from as my fast learning abilities and passion for the built environment assisted me in gaining a job as an Assistant Property Manager.
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Pros
Located in one the most scenic towns in South Africa, rich in history, world renowned and regarded as one of the top universities in South Africa.
Cons
To offer degrees with more practical experience.
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Courtney K
Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg, United States Political Science, Undergraduate, AIFS
Overall
Personal recommendation
I highly recommend Stellenbosch University to anyone willing to travel somewhere new to learn about a new culture.
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