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Distance learning - Can it prepare you for the workplace of the future?
Distance learning qualifications may prepare students for the workplaces of the future. 28 May 2019 Read more

Opportunities await OHS graduates as government seeks to create a fully-fledged industry
As government plans to make substantial changes to South Africa's Occupational Health and Safety Act - which will place stricter obligations on companies across all sectors - career opportunities in the OHS industry are expected to skyrocket, experts say. 10 May 2019 Read more

The 3-month upskilling programme that charts a new course for (almost) any career
Although it is the norm today for people to change direction a few times during their career, many are terrified of starting from scratch in a new field. For those people, there is a little-known option for further study - becoming a moderator or assessor - which will allow them to continue moving up the ladder, while also moving in an entirely new direction in their chosen field. 19 Mar 2019 Read more

Different routes for tackling matric through distance learning
Thousands upon thousands of learners who fail Matric every year are either unable or unwilling to return to school to complete their National Senior Certificate examinations, forcing them to join the relentlessly growing pool of South Africans who have little prospect of landing even an entry-level position. 18 Feb 2019 Read more

5 most popular distance courses 2019: What students are studying and why
Health and safety, as well as educare, have emerged as the top choices for thousands of students who will study via distance learning next year. These fields are closely followed by human resource management, engineering studies, and business management in the popularity stakes. 5 Dec 2018 Read more

Top tips for staying engaged and beating the job search blues
The latest youth unemployment figures released by StatsSA again illustrate the dire position in which young jobseekers find themselves, with little indication that the situation will ease in the near future. And, while the negative impact of youth unemployment on the country as a whole is significant, at an individual level it can be catastrophic. 10 Oct 2018 Read more

Tourism student numbers on the rise as industry opportunities grow
With the continued expansion of the tourism and hospitality industry in South Africa and the rest of Africa, prospective students are increasingly opting to qualify for a career in this industry, an expert says. 7 Aug 2018 Read more

Take control and nail your internship in 4 steps
In South Africa's tough job market, experience is an essential item on any CV. Yet these days, securing an internship to gain that experience is almost as hard as landing a job, and those who can get a foot in the door in this way should ensure that they make the most of the opportunity, an education expert says. 3 Jul 2018 Read more

How to choose a career if you have no idea what you want to do
Some young people know from an early age what they want to be when they grow up. The vast majority, however, have no such certainty, and when the time comes for them to decide what they want to study, making a choice is a process riddled with uncertainty and anxiety. 26 Apr 2018 Read more

How to change careers without checking out of life (or work) for three years
A recent study found that millennials change jobs about four times in their first decade out of college. Yet for many South Africans desperate not to lose their source of income, changing careers may feel like too big a risk to take, so they soldier on for years or even decades, despite being unfulfilled and unhappy. 6 Mar 2018 Read more

Great careers that don't require degree study (or even matric)
As hundreds of thousands of prospective students attempt to secure a place at public universities, with only a fraction of them likely to be accommodated due to limited capacity, education experts have highlighted the need for school-leavers to consider the many exciting careers that are accessible without degree study. 17 Jan 2018 Read more

How to change careers without checking out of life (or work) for three years
A recent study found that millennials change jobs about four times in their first decade out of college. Yet for many South Africans desperate not to lose their source of income, changing careers may feel like too big a risk to take, so they soldier on for years or even decades, despite being unfulfilled and unhappy. 3 Nov 2017 Read more

How to bounce back after serial job application disappointments
Being turned down time after time for jobs you've applied for can be intensely disheartening, but there are some proven actions candidates can take to ensure their applications improve over time, which in turn will improve their chances in the marketplace, an expert says. 4 Oct 2017 Read more

No matric but not without hope: SA adults turn to distance to boost career prospects
Not having a matric can be a tremendous hurdle, but adults finding themselves in this position should not think all their options are ruled out forever and that study is an impossibility, an expert says. 6 Sep 2017 Read more

Oxbridge Academy evolves with new online courses
Private distance learning college Oxbridge Academy has expanded their range of online courses. Following their vision of making excellent education accessible, the college continues to provide convenient options and solutions for young students, working students, and students who cannot afford transport and exorbitant fees. 22 May 2017 Read more

University or vocational training: How to choose what is right for you
With South Africa's high unemployment rates and limited university spaces, matriculants are often urged to opt for vocational training. But an education expert says that many people don't understand the various options available for school-leavers, and even fewer understand the opportunities available to those who follow the vocational training path. 9 May 2017 Read more

Announcement of scholarship recipients for Oxbridge Academy
Oxbridge Academy, in partnership with ADvTECH (the leader in private education in Africa), is thrilled to announce their scholarship recipients for 2017 in celebration of 20 years of excellence in education. 11 Apr 2017 Read more

Have you hit the glass ceiling?
Can you see the next level of employment, but can't get there despite quality work, relevant qualifications and sufficient experience? Is there a lack of upward mobility routes and opportunities in your company? 7 Mar 2017 Read more

Scholarship applications are still open
Oxbridge Academy, in partnership with ADvTECH (the leader in private education in Africa), is offering students a life with options. 27 Jan 2017 Read more

Oxbridge Academy announces 10 scholarships in celebration of two decades
Building our future as a country is more than a hopeful phrase or an ideal. It means collectively addressing our crisis in education. In celebration of 20 years of existence, distance learning private college Oxbridge Academy is thrilled to announce the launch of 10 full scholarships. 14 Dec 2016 Read more


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