Stepping into university life marks a dramatic and exciting transition from secondary studies. It’s a brand new world with different demands, challenges, and opportunities. To help you navigate this significant change, we’re thrilled to introduce GRAD – Your Guide to University Success, a comprehensive resource specifically designed to help recent school leavers like you adjust and thrive in tertiary education.
GRAD is more than just a book; it's your trusted companion for understanding and mastering the nuances of university life. It provides insights into: Understanding the Transition: Helping you grasp the many shifts from high school to university. Adjusting to New Demands: Offering practical advice to meet the fresh academic and social challenges you'll encounter. Thanks to the generous sponsorship from Capitec Bank, printed versions of this essential guide are provided to first-year students at most public residential universities across South Africa every year.
This valuable guide was compiled from rich material developed by StudyTrust, a national bursary and student mentoring organization. The content was skillfully rewritten into an easily accessible style by the well-known journalist and TV presenter, Ruda Landman, who also added original material to ensure its relevance and readability. Van Schaik Publishers contributed their expertise in design and layout, and the printed versions were distributed through the extensive network of the South African National Resource Centre for the First Year Experience and Students in Transition.
To ensure this vital guide reaches an even wider audience, GRAD is available to everyone, completely free of charge. You can access it right here on our website in various formats to suit your preference: As an e-book As a PDF download And even as a podcast for on-the-go learning! Additionally, you'll find a downloadable workbook and other helpful tools to further support your university journey.
The First Year Experience platform supports student success through academic support, mentoring and access to essential services across the university.
University of Fort Hare Alice Campus
Private Bag X1314
Alice, 5700
South Africa
Tel: +27 40 602 2011
Email: info@ufh.ac.za
University of Fort Hare East London Campus
50 Church Street
East London, 5201
South Africa
Tel: +27 43 704 7000
