INTERNATIONAL FULL DEGREE STUDENTS

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

FEBRUARY 2008

Arranged by the International Academic Programmes Office

Dear International Student,

Welcome to UCT! We have arranged for you an orientation programme to assist with your transition to UCT and Cape Town in general. We look forward to having you participate in all the activities we have put together to complement the programmes arranged by your faculty or department.

Through our orientation programme you will learn important information regarding immigration and the other services offered by the IAPO office. Our programme will also introduce you to support services at UCT, UCT environs and adjusting to South African culture. To facilitate your registration, international student’s pre-registration (run by IAPO) will take place each afternoon from 13h30 onwards. Please note the requirements for pre-registration in the programme.

During orientation, please do not hesitate to ask for assistance from any of IAPO’s full degree team and orientation leaders.

Best wishes from the International Full Degree (IFD) Team for a successful year ahead!

Carol Ojwang – Manager: International Full Degree Students

Khwezi Bonani – International Undergraduate Student Officer

Nosizwe Mgudlwa – International Student Advisor

INTERNATIONAL FULL DEGREE STUDENTS

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

FEBRUARY 2008

(All information sessions will take place in Lecture Theatre 3, Level 2 KramerBuilding)

MONDAY 4th FEBRUARY /

ACTIVITY

/ VENUE
Morning
Start at 10h00 /

International Students Welcome

Welcome by IAPO’s Director, Dr Loveness Kaunda. You will meet other new international students, Orientation Leaders, and the Full Degree support team. Get to know our vibrant group of orientation leaders (OLs) who are ready to assist you with you with orientation at UCT.

Orientation Packs will be distributed at this session / LT3
Introduction the International Academic Programmes Office (IAPO)
A brief overview of IAPO’s services (pre-registration, registration etc) / LT3

South Africa in Context

Jerome September Manager: Student Governance Department of Student Affairs

An overview of South African culture

/ LT3

Safety and Security

Fezile Ngudle – Campus Protection Services
This session will cover security on and off-campus / LT3

Presentation by IAPO IFD Orientation Leaders

Upcoming orientation and IAPO events etc

12h30 to 13h30 / Lunch
Light snacks will be served / LT3 Foyer
Afternoon
Start at 13h30 /

UCT Campus Tour & Tour of the Local Area

Orientation Leaders will take you around the local area and show you the bookshops, supermarkets, restaurants etc.Meeting point – Kramer Building Cafeteria, Level 3

International Students Pre-registration

For pre-registration, please bring along your passport with study permit valid for studies at UCT, together with proof of medical insurance and payment of your fees. IAPO staff will enter this information on the student system and give you clearance to register with your faculty. You will not be able to register with your faculty without clearance from IAPO. /

Kramer Quad - Level 3

TUESDAY 5th FEBRUARY
Morning
Start at 10h00 / IAPO Services
Find out about the services that IAPO offers to International Full Degree Students / LT 3

Introduction to UCT Support Services

DISCHO Discrimination and Harassment Office
Director: Mr Francois Botha
Disability Unit
Director: Ms Reinette Popplestone
Student Wellness
Director: Dr Sophie van der Berg / LT 3
Community Outreach
This session will introduce you to community outreach opportunities offered by the Student Health and Welfares Organisation (SHAWCO) / LT 3
Afternoon /

International Students Pre-registration

/ Kramer Quad - Level 3
16h00 /

Parents Orientation

This event introduces parents to UCT and provides information on how the university is structured and how it operates. / LeslieSocialSciencesBuilding, UCT Upper Campus
WEDNESDAY 6th FEBRUARY
Morning
Start at 10h00 / UCT and Cape Town transport system
Familiarise yourself with the UCT shuttle system and Cape Town transport in general / LT 3
Student Panel
How has your experience at UCT and in Cape Town been so far? Come meet returning local and international students who have overcome the many challenges and will share their experiences and tips for success. / LT 3

Question and Answer Session with IAPO Staff

Your opportunity to ask IAPO staff questions and get clarity on any outstanding issues. / LT 3
12h30 to 13h30 / Lunch
Come sample some traditional African food! / LT3 Foyer
Afternoon /

International Students Pre-registration

/ Kramer Quad - Level 3
THURSDAY 7th FEBRUARY
Morning
Start at 10h00 /

UCT Campus Tour & Tour of the Local Area

Orientation Leaders will take you around the local area and show you the bookshops, supermarkets, restaurants etc.Meeting point – Kramer Building Cafeteria
Afternoon /

International Students Pre-registration

/ Kramer Quad - Level 3
17h00 to 19h00 /

Braai hosted by the Executive Director of Student Services

Join other new UCT students at a welcome braai (barbeque) hosted by the Executive Director of Student Affairs. There will be music and food and soft drinks will be served. This is an event arranged by the Department of Student Affairs and is open to all new students.

/ Rugby Field Upper Campus
FRIDAY 8th FEBRUARY / FREE
SUNDAY 10th FEBRUARY
09h00 to 17h00 /

CapePeninsula Tour

We will take you on a tour around the Cape. Bring along bottle of water, a cap and some money for lunch or snacks. Buses leave from the KramerBuilding at 8h30 promptly and return at 17h00. Please ensure that you sign up for the tour as bus seats are limited.Only students who have signed up will be able to go on the tour!
MONDAY 11th FEBRUARY /

FREE

TUESDAY 12th FEBRUARY
17h00 to 21h00 / African Dinner arranged by IAPO
Official Welcome by Professor Thandabantu Nhlapo, UCT’sDeputy Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and International Relations
This event is for all new undergraduate and postgraduate students. It is an African dinner to welcome you to UCT. Dress in your cultural attire and join local and international UCT students in celebrating Africa. / Kramer Quad - Level 3