Andrew Banks

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Matric is one of the most important qualifications a person can obtain in South Africa. This certificate shows that the student has completed their high school education and enables them to pursue tertiary studies. That is why a matric is often a vital first step for anyone wanting to […]

Introduced in the late 90s Life Orientation is one of the four fundamental subjects required for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) or matric. This means that it is a compulsory subject for all learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12. CAPS defines Life Orientation as the holistic study of the self in relation to society

A matric qualification is one of the most important achievements in a person’s life. As it affords individuals many opportunities to build their future, and a good life for themselves. However not all matric passes are equal. In fact, there are four different types of matric passes that students can achieve. These are a Bachelor’s

Matric is one of the most important years in a student’s educational career. This is because a student’s matric results will determine what opportunities they are able to pursue. Whether this is tertiary education or employment opportunities will depend on their matric results. This can put a great deal of pressure on students, which may

Matric is one of the most important qualifications that anyone can obtain in South Africa. It is the starting point for many students’ futures, opening up paths to improving their lives and achieving their dreams. The importance of a matric certificate leads to many people looking for a fast way to get it in South

Education is one of the most important aspects of any modern society. That is why it is important to standardise the education system across the country. This is precisely where CAPS comes in as it is the policy statement for learning and teaching in South Africa. Despite the influence of CAPS on education, not many

In education the acronym DBE refers to the Department of Basic Education. The DBE is the department of the South African government that oversees education from Grade R to Grade 12 including adult literacy programs. Despite this vital role the DBE plays in our country not many people know a lot about the department or

If you are looking to start a career the first step is often obtaining tertiary education. Many careers in the modern world require some form of tertiary qualification for an entry-level position. Making tertiary education vital for anyone wanting to pursue their dream career. However, this tertiary education doesn’t always have to be provided by

Matric is one of the most important years in a student’s education. This is because the results obtained in the matric exams will determine if a student is able to pursue their dream career or not. As many careers require tertiary education and admittance to a tertiary education institution is dependent on the marks obtained

Education is not just a human right in South Africa, it is one of the most important aspects of a child’s development. The standard of education a child receives can determine how successful they will be in life. It also allows them to pursue their dreams and ambitions with a matric qualification being required to