What To Consider When You Are Thinking Of Studying IT


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IT is a broad field that includes roles such as software developer, data scientist and information security analyst. While each of these occupations is unique, they all require an understanding of how computing technology works, as well as soft skills such as problem-solving and communication.


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The rapidly changing landscape of information technology requires a skilled workforce to design and develop the products, networks and systems that are integral to the success of the global economy. This is why there are so many career opportunities for those with the right education, skills and experience.

Careers in information technology combine business and technical knowledge to create, manage and secure the flow of digital information in organisations. Information technology professionals use technology to boost productivity, efficiency and profitability.

Information Technology professionals are employed by a wide range of industries including financial services, telecommunications, insurance, manufacturing, transportation and utilities. The work they do is critical to the success of their employers. In addition to the traditional job market of full-time salaried jobs, there are many job opportunities for people who want to work part-time or on contract as freelancers.

IT is a diverse field that can take you down many different paths. In fact, one of the most exciting things about an IT career is that no two careers look alike. If you work in IT, chances are your career will be anything but boring!

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Post-Matric Options

 

We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you've now passed with good marks. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.

These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or  private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.

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