By REGINALD KANYANE
7 January 2025- The Potchefstroom Agriculture of College and Taung Agricultural College are gearing up to commence the 2025 academic year. Both institutions will reopen on 13 January 2025, and preparations are underway for the registration of first-year and returning students.
Prospective students are reminded to adhere to the registration dates and ensure that all required documentation is ready and complete on the day. Qualifying late or walk-in applications will only be considered subject to space availability during the registration period.
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development spokesperson, Emelda Setlhako said those interested in studying at the colleges are encouraged to apply during the next application window later in the year. Setlhako said students requiring on-campus accommodation are advised that there is limited accommodation space and alternative accommodation arrangements should be made.
“Early planning is strongly encouraged to secure a spot. The Potchefstroom College of Agriculture will re-open on 13 January 2025. First year registration will commence on 20 and 21 January 2025.
“Second and Third-Year Registration will be on 22 January 2025. Taung Agricultural College will reopen on 13 January 2025. First year registration will commence on 20 and 21 January 2025,” she said.
Setlhako further said second and third-year registration will be on 15 and 16 January 2025.
She added that for further details, prospective and returning students can contact the colleges directly.
“For Potchefstroom Agricultural College, Ismail Haffejee may be contacted during office hours on 079 515 8714 or via email at IHaffejee@nwpg.gov.za. While for Taung Agricultural College, the contact person is Vuyiswa Mziwakhe, who can be reached on 060 504 8149 or via email at charmmyv@icloud.com during office hours,” said Setlhako.
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