No more limits for Sixolile

I’m currently due to graduate with my BComm Honours from Unisa.

When I first began, I was very excited to register with the institution because I knew there would be no stress for me to attend lecturers, write tests every other week, meet project groups or consult with lecturers (one-on-one). All I wanted was to do things at my own time and pace – little did I know I was in for a challenge.

Firstly, I had to go through my study material and read on my own to find out important information. It was a lot to read and I was very close to giving up.

Secondly, I had to look for a study group. This meant searching, scanning and phoning people I didn’t know who were registered for the same course. That meant I had to often be on myUnisa. This proved to be a great tool as it gave me access to a lot of helpful information.

Lastly, the discipline to self-educate/teach. I realised that last-minute studying, where you wait for times close to exams, would no longer work. I had to study almost every day before bedtime (my text books were like novels – by my bedside).

Career opportunities
I’ve been putting off registering with the South African Board of Personnel Practitioners (SABPP) until I get my honours degree. Now that I have, I have registered and am waiting for acceptance. There are a lot of other memberships I can acquire now that I have completed my postgrad studies.

I have  inspired many people, from friends and colleagues, to family, to study with Unisa.

Thank you Unisa – now I can spread my wings, no more limits! Not even the sky…

Written by Sixolile Shabalala

*Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are those of the contributor of this story and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the University of South Africa.