A group of high school learners from a Private School Swakopmund in Namibia were thrilled by courses offered at CPUT during a recent visit.

The delegation consisted of Grade 10 learners interested in pursuing their tertiary studies at CPUT. Learners used the opportunity to learn more about the university’s faculties and courses, before making their crucial subject choices.

After being welcomed by Student Recruitment Officer Grant Barends, the group was taken on a tour of the Bellville Campus and met lecturers and students from the Clothing Management Department and Food Technology Department.

In each department, the learners enjoyed opportunities to view the practical equipment used in the courses offered.

“The aim of the trip is to inspire our students, we want them to think out of the box. Visits like these open their minds to the possibilities out there,” says Swakopmund teacher Marianna Johns.

By Nurahn Ryklief

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CPUT is ready to pull off one of the Mother City’s biggest career fairs – Open Day 2012.

The largest university in the Western Cape, CPUT offers more than 70 courses in Business, Engineering, Health and Wellness, Informatics and Design, Education and Applied Science.

From designing jewellery to building satellites or growing plants, prospective CPUT students are spoilt for choice.

To help prospective students make the right career choice, staff members and students from all departments will be at hand to give advice and share their thoughts on the high-quality and unique programmes on offer at the university.

Student Recruitment Officer, Grant Barends says although aimed at Grade 11 and 12 learners, the event is open to everyone interested in embarking on a study programme at CPUT.

Parents and guardians of prospective students are also encouraged to visit the fair and see what CPUT has to offer.

This year’s event will take place at the Major Sports Hall on the Cape Town campus from Thursday 17 May until Saturday 19 May. On Thursday and Friday interested parties can visit the Open Day from 9am till 4pm and on Saturday from 9am till 3pm.

Barends says they are expecting a huge turnout at this year’s event.

 “Last year’s Open Day attracted close to 9 000 visitors. This year we are expecting our number of visitors to grow,” he says.

 “We encourage learners and everyone else interested in studying to attend this informative and fun event,” he says.

By Candes Keating

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CPUT’s annual Open Day continues today.

The event takes place at the Multipurpose Hall on the Cape Town campus till 4 pm today and continues on Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm.

Every department and faculty at CPUT is represented at the event ensuring potential students are exposed to the full range of courses on offer.

Event organiser Grant Barends says Open Day is a must for all grade 11’s and 12’s.

“You can come with your school or parents,” he says.

Information on financial aid and bursaries will also be available for those who need it.

Heart FM is broadcasting live from the event.

By Lauren Kansley

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