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Bio
Lecturer & Digital Copywriter: English & Media Major with a passion for reading and writing. I love sharing knowledge and encouraging student to be active owners and co-creators of their own learning.
As a recipient of a full academic scholarship to one of the best schools in the country, I am a testament to how helping someone else can have an incredible impact on their life. This is why I commit myself to help where I can because I truly believe that though collaboration we can achieve great things
Education
• MA in Media and Communication
• Lecturer at Varsity College - Media, Applied Communications, Journalism, Marketing Communication and Work Integrated Learning
• Formerly a Research Assistant at CANRAD
My Proudest
Achievements
• Awarded NRF Scholarship & Postgraduate Research Scholarship
• Graduate Cum Laude (2019)
• Writer of footprint award-winning IsiXhosa Copy
Subjects
- School Tutoring
Xhosa
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI studied IsiXhosa up until Year 12 level and am a mother tongue speaker. I have also studied it at first year level at university.
English
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI hold an 'A' level certification in English and I am currently majoring in English Literature.
Life Orientation
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI earned a distinction for Life Orientation in Year 12, and am well versed in various in areas which might be useful to the student. I am bilingual, and have studied philosophy and anthropology.
Computer Programming
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI studied IT and attained a 'B' Grade.
- Language Tutoring
Xhosa
Beginner - IntermediateI have studied IsiXhosa up until Matric level and am a mother tongue speaker. I have also studied it at first year level at university.
Conversational English
Beginner - AdvancedI am fluent in English, and have studied it since grade one. I am also an English literature major, and an avid reader-writer/practitioner of the language.
- University Tutoring
English Literature
First Year - Third YearI am an avid reader-writer and wish to impart upon others the skills I have learnt. I can help with essay writing and proofreading.
Media Studies
First Year - Fourth Year LMC319I am a postgrad Media Student, well versed in Media Theory, specifically analysis and writing of academic papers.
Research
First Year - Postgrad 11023As a Cultural Studies major, I had to produce a research treatise - for which I got a distinction. Additionally, I took research methodology at Honours level and was awarded a distinction. I am currently a Masters candidate in Media Studies and extensively utilise Qualitative Research Methods.
Business Communication
First Year BUCO/APCTAs a Media and Communication major, I was exposed to various aspects of communication, including applied, organisational and business communication. Beyond my studies, I have also lectured this subject across various year for over two years (received the highest modules success rates in the country)
Reviews from others
“Simphiwe is very helpful towards me and has already helped me to start doing better in my English so far.”- Nombasa
“He has found a way to connect with Kirk. It's totally changed how Kirk feels and think about English. It speaks volumes of Simphiwe as a tutor. He made an effort first to understand Kirk and now this allows Kirk to be teached by him. Thank you Simphiwe you a phenomenal person. ”- Angela
“He has been easy to communicate with and understands Jenna's struggles He has been very encouraging and Jenna seems more positive.”- Marlene
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