Open Day a draw card to campus

Enticing: Throngs of high school learners visited upper campus for the annual UCT Open Day.

Thousands of high school learners, some in the company of their parents, tasted university life when UCT hosted its annual Open Day in April.

Exhibits were held in various venues on upper campus and University Avenue was alive with the visitors moving to the various exhibits and talks.

The learners were exposed to a wide range of campus life, and had the opportunity to meet staff from all academic programmes and student services, as well as senior students who provided valuable insights into what it takes to pursue certain academic niches. The learners also toured the libraries and residences.

Another popular destination was the Student Learning Centre in the Steve Biko Building, where students were encouraged to submit online applications, getting in early.