University of KwaZulu-Natal - UKZN Speciality : Sociology
programme: Social Sciences

University of KwaZulu Natal has a storyline in the archives of the historical events of this country. I learnt that fascinating information from the university. There are various events that ensure that students do not fall into depressive states once upon a time because of the difficult workload. One thing I do not like is the fact that we are allocated to the residence of their choice and make it difficult to swap to a different one, it’s depressing staying in a place you are uncomfortable in, it sucks the life out of a stressed academically student. There are professors who really know the struggle of being a student and they show that either when marking, setting a paper or during class even. The campus life can be sad if you do not have friends, but never be shy talk to people you share classes with, you might find a friend and a study partner all at once.

Academically, the university performs great; however, contacting student aid, financial services, or even lecturers becomes tedious and almost impossible. In most circumstances university emails do not exist or don’t respond, landlines are constantly engaged and staff feel no obligation to assist you. In the rare case, that you do get the assistance you need the service is poor. UKZn should look into providing training seminars for staff to better equip them with customer service skills.

It is a good school, with a diverse background, there are a lot of programmes that one can join to feel at home, these range from religious programmes to social clubs like the LGBTQ community. There are also extra classes for people who need them which are facilitated by our peers, which is a good thing for some people who are shy around lecturers. What I disliked about this school is the people who work at administration, they don’t want to assist students, when you get there asking for help they take their own sweet time or tell you that they don’t want to assist you. Employing new people at administration would greatly improve the school.

UKZN is a great institution, I admire the system that they are using to teach. This university is one of the best universities. The quality of education is top notch. All resources are available which makes it eaiser for learning. I would reccommend this university anyday, anytime.

I like the fact that they have sports. I dont like how disorganized they are but its not hell. It’s a great varsity cause of the great experience I’ve had. I would recommend it as I’ve recommended to others