by Noku-Lunga Ndima The past three years have been a blur. I feel as if I’ve dreamt my way into adulthood whilst being stuck in the mind of a child.  At the beginning of the year, I was nervous, as could be expected when beginning a new journey. I would look around at my fellow…

by Zusiphe Mzazela At the beginning of the year, things looked pretty tough for me. I found myself standing at the crossroads of uncertainty and ambition and to be honest, I didn’t really know what I was doing with my studies. It was like being lost in a big maze. But you know what? I…

by Nishanya Govender In the realm of higher education, a journey filled with triumphs and challenges awaits every student. As I reflect upon the past few months, I can proudly say that it has been a remarkable testament to my perseverance and despite numerous obstacles that confronted me along the way, I refused to succumb…

by Celine Bailey As I look back at this year thus far, I can definitely say that it has been a journey full of twists and turns, with lots of tears, laughter, and growth. Coming from a different institution to what is known as the best university in Africa, it was a huge adjustment for…

by Ramses Peigou Wonkam I am one of the Medical students doing intercalated honours this year and I’m doing my degree in Human Genetics. Coming into Medicine in 2020, I was apprehensive. I wasn’t absolutely sure that studying medicine was for me and had considered other career paths. To me, Medicine seemed like an endless…

by Phahlamohlaka Mokgohlwer Cynthia Feels like a dream to say the worst is over, even though it didn’t make sense from the beginning. During the registration period I was skeptical about registering especially because I did not get a bursary or have any source of funds for my fees. One morning I woke up and…

by Lloyd Machaka As I sit here and reflect upon my studies and learning experience in 2023, I am overwhelmed with a sense of pride and accomplishment. One significant change that took place was my decision to switch from my previous institution to UCT, leaving behind familiar surroundings and starting afresh in a different place.…

by Lindokuhle Shezi Embarking on the journey of pursuing an Honours degree has been a transformative experience. It’s a unique juncture where academic curiosity and specialization converge, pushing me to delve deeper into my chosen field. This academic pursuit has taught me the value of perseverance and time management. The workload can be demanding, but…

by Ziqi Zhao This year has been quite a unique, stimulating journey for me. Previously being a medical student, I wasn’t sure how ready I was for this different road ahead, or how I would cope with all the pipetting and journal clubbing. Entering this year as my first official step to becoming a clinician…

by Marnie McGowan Science is black and white. It either works, or it doesn’t. The results are positive, or they are negative. We deal in absolutes, in discrete values, in contrasting ideas – until we don’t. Because much like ourselves, science is grey. Upon analysis, we realise there is no way to separate all the…