During the stipulated periods of study, several soft skills are also developed in the students leading to their ability to:

• Learn, work and pursue specific objectives in a manner which is both self motivated and responsive to appropriate tasks

• Manage their time effectively, thereby achieving their objectives within set deadlines

• Take a critical stance with regard to opinion and evidence

• Co-operate with and function effectively within a team

• Anticipate problems and take on responsibility for devising solutions