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“The purpose of my study was also to identify the quality of service dimensions that play an important role in patients’ (students’) satisfaction. The study investigated factors impacting on service delivery at the Isolempilo Health Clinic. It is imperative that service delivery is continually improved and quality is not compromised since it provides a vital service. The study provided a means for students to give valuable feedback about their experiences at the clinic.Areas of service that may require improvement together with ndings of this study will be shared with relevant stakeholders at DUT,” he said.
Explaining how he managed a full-time job and his studies at the same time, Mnculwane said that it might not seem possible, however, it is with just a bit of an effort. He said that his current job is really demanding and requires him to work after hours and on weekends. “Nevertheless, if you have a full-time job, you will need to gure out the remaining number of hours you have, which you can invest in your study schedule – it can be evening hours, weekends or even midnight hours. I made it a habit that each day I would spend one- to-two hours just for my studies. As a student, you just need to set your priorities straight by determining where you really want to invest your energy. Make a detailed timetable for your education
and personal life and develop a study plan that will work for yourself. Being a student sometimes is stressful – make use of supporting structures that we have at DUT such as Student Counselling.You can’t do it all by yourself; we all need support,” advised Mnculwane. This year, he said that he plans to enrol for a short course through DUT, which will be focusing more on his current job.
Giving insight on what motivates him to excel in his studies, Mnculwane said: “I am a rm believer in personal and academic development as it makes me a better person. Further to that, I always wanted to set a good example and be a role model to the younger generation.Through dedication and working smart, I believe we can all achieve good quality work.Working at DUT has exposed me to many opportunities and the prospect of furthering my studies in order to advance in my career.”
He expressed his sincere appreciation to his supervisor Dr Rosaline Govender, whom he said gave him tremendous support, provided timeous feedback on his numerous drafts and encouraged him along his academic journey.
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As a student, you just need to set your priorities straight by determining where you really want to invest your energy. Make a detailed timetable for your education and personal life and develop a study plan that will work for yourself. Being a student sometimes is stressful – make use of supporting structures that we have at DUT such as Student Counselling. You can’t do it all by yourself; we all need support.
– Mthokozisi Mnculwane
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