First year students: Information hub

Academic information

General university information
https://www.up.ac.za/yearbooks/2022/rules/document/general-academic-regulations-and-student-rules-2022

Registration
https://www.up.ac.za/online-registration

Moving between Prinshof and Hatfield campuses and venues
Time is allocated on the timetable to accommodate driving time between the two campuses (kindly note it is the student’s own responsibility travel between the campuses – refer to the bus schedule).

Time Management
https://www.up.ac.za/teaching-and-learning/article/2327594/flyup-time-management-strategies

Language
All modules are presented in English.

What to expect from each module
Refer to study guides on click-up (modules you are registered for will be available on clickUp. In each module you will find a study guide. In the study guide an outlay of the module is given).

Wi-Fi
https://www.up.ac.za/up-wireless-network/article/277134/wifi-coverage-maps-campus-view

IT Helpdesk
https://www.up.ac.za/it-services/article/257013/its-contact-information

Course specific information

Credits and modules
https://www.up.ac.za/yearbooks/2022/programmes/view/10138103#01

How to prepare for an OSPE (practical test or exam)
Practical skills are tested in an OSPE (objective structured practical exam). The best way to prepare for it is to practice the techniques taught in every lecture on a regular basis.

Practical classes
Physiotherapy lectures consist of theory and practical lectures (to practice techniques).

What to wear to practical classes and exams
For the practical classes specific clothing is needed. This includes a mid-thigh ski-pant and sport bra (shoulder straps no crossing at the back).

Clinical work and lectures in 3^rd & 4^th year
In the 3^rd and 4^th year of study students work clinically in different hospitals, clinics and practices (it is the students’ own responsibility to travel to and from the clinical setting).

Class timetable
Refer to specific class time for each module on click-up (FTP 101)

Exam timetable
Specific module dates will be given on click-up
Full timetable will be available on the up portal close to exam season

Test and assignment dates
Refer to the module study guide and announcements on click-up

How to prepare for class
For each module a lecture plan is posted on clickUp. Follow this lecture plan to prepare for classes.

Financial information

Accommodation

On-campus - https://www.up.ac.za/media/shared/359/tuksresguide2021-final.zp203225.pdf

Off-campus - https://www.up.ac.za/media/shared/359/2022/2022-private-accredited-accommodation-august-2022.zp222974.pdf

Books and equipment
Text books required – refer to the module study guides on click-up.
Where to buy textbooks – bookshops on Hatfield and Prinshof campus, bookshops in Hatfield, online and from people in year groups above you. ENSURE that the edition you buy is the same as specified in the study guide.

Electronic devices
A smartphone, tablet or laptop will be needed to attend online lectures and access your up-portal and click-up.

University fees
Course cost - https://www.up.ac.za/student-fees/article/2735910/undergraduate-tuitionfees-per-faculty
Payment deadlines - https://www.up.ac.za/student-fees/article/2735925/summary-of-fees-and-levies
Bursaries - https://www.up.ac.za/media/shared/1/2020/May%202020/finaid-application-2020_05092019.zp190401.pdf

Course specific information

Transport (to clinical settings)

Buses to hospitals:
1.Kalafong/PTA west Hospital- https://www.up.ac.za/media/shared/8/2021/Busses/pk01-prinshof-campus-to-kalafong-hospital.zp198411.pdf

2.Mamelodi Hospital - https://www.up.ac.za/media/shared/8/2021/Busses/prinshof-campus-to-mamelodi-hospital.zp198412.pdf

All other clinical places: It is the student’s own responsibility to travel to and from clinical settings.

Equipment and clothing needed

Equipment – For some lectures specific equipment is needed. Usually a bulk order is placed at the beginning of the year. This is coordinated by the first-year coordinator.

Clothing – Practical sessions – mid thigh ski pants and sports bra (shoulder straps no cross between shoulders).

Scrubs - students work clinically in scrubs. Scrubs are also worn when clinical facilities are visited. The scrubs order is coordinated by the first-year coordinator.