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IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES Registration for the 2019 academic year opens DECEMBER 2018 Early Registration for programmes in the Part-Time Division closes Release of 2018 Semester 2 results The IIE’s Varsity College closes for December break Due date for early settlement payment option JANUARY 2019 3 7 14 31 31 31 31 The IIE’s Varsity College opens for the 2019 academic year 2018 Semester 2 Exam Sitting 2 start 2018 Exam Sitting 3 start Bursary applications closing date Due date for full settlement payment option Due date for 1st instalment for 10 month payment option The IIE’s Varsity College registration deadline for returning students (after this, a late registration fee will apply) Dear Students FEBRUARY 2019 A warm welcome to the 2019 Academic year at The IIE’s Varsity College. Each of our 8 campuses offer a progressive and supportive learning environment which enables our students to collaborate with one another and with our dedicated academic staff. 4-6 Academic programmes commence (All 2nd and 3rd year IIE degrees and diplomas) 11-13 Academic programmes commence (All 1st year IIE degrees, diplomas and higher certificates) 28 Due date for 1st instalment for 3, 6 and 9 month payment options The expectations on the future’s economically active citizenry continues to shift globally as resources, the economy and the concept of employability adapts. The importance of attaining a relevant qualification, together with career readiness that will enable you to be successful and contribute to the community in which you live, is a central focus for us at The IIE’s Varsity College. We continue to review our curriculum, teaching & learning strategy and assessment activities to facilitate achieving this. MARCH 2019 Academic Credit Application closing date Semester 1 Last day for submission of outstanding registration documentation Last day for submission of Universities South Africa documentation by international students JULY 2019 Starting with this Student Handbook, you will be easily connected into our academic, student support and administration support features. Please ensure that you utilise the online support platforms, staff engagement opportunities and actively embrace being a student with us. 8 Louise Wiseman Managing Director 15 29 10 - 28 Semester 1 Exam Sitting 1* 28 Mid year break begins The use of technology for learning in Higher Education is a pivotal driver for your success. We are all keenly aware of the impact that the fourth industrial revolution has had on our global communications and business transactions. Most of our students form part of the iGeneration, where the use of technology and multi tasking is inherently built into their DNA. We encourage you to maximise your skills in this area to enhance your learning experience and to empower you during your studies. Wishing you a happy and successful year with The IIE’s Varsity College. JUNE 2019 All Academic programmes commence Semester 2 Semester 1 Moderation complete and all Semester 1 results released AUGUST 2019 Academic Credit Application closing date Semester 2 NOVEMBER 2019 4 – 22 Semester 2 Exam Sitting 1* DECEMBER 2019 20 Semester 2 Moderation complete and all 2019 results released *All asterisks – please check your Programmes Specific Assessment (PSA) schedule for your specific dates. PAS always overrides a date included in this calendar. PREV. PAGE 4 5 At The IIE’s Varsity College, each of The IIE qualifications forms part of a School, each with a team ready to support you. During the first few weeks with us, you will have an opportunity to engage with your dedicated School team. This team will be with you during your time with us. 8 8 29 WELCOME 17 20 20 31 26 NOVEMBER 2018 NEXT PAGE