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The University of Pretoria is a multi-faculty research-intensive university that has remained among the top South African universities in research output and impact. UP is also the top producer of graduates in the country. With campuses in Pretoria and its surrounds, as well as in the country’s economic hub, Johannesburg, UP is conveniently situated within close proximity to government departments and major research agencies. Its nine faculties and business school offer a diverse range of degrees, diplomas and certificates, over 1 000 of which are postgraduate programmes. The vision is to be Africa’s leading research-intensive university, recognised internationally for its quality, relevance and impact. Relying on over a century of experience and well-established facilities, UP develops human capital and generates the knowledge and skills required to meet the many challenges of the world at large, within the context of a developing nation. With its identity firmly and proudly rooted in Africa, the University strives to develop the current and future potential of South Africa’s diverse population while remaining a recognised player in the global marketplace of knowledge production. The University’s commitment to equity and diversity is reflected in its changing student and staff profiles and is evident in UP’s multilingual student body and staff. As one of South Africa’s oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions, the University of Pretoria produces sought-after graduates who are well-rounded citizens shaped by its holistic approach to education. This is enabled by a wide range of campus activities and student societies including sports, arts and culture. It strives to teach its students to ‘make today matter’ by drawing on the experiences of yesterday and using the knowledge of today to improve tomorrow. University staff and students are sensitised that every action in the present shapes the future.

Airlink is South Africa’s leading privately-owned premium regional airline, connecting Southern Africa with the broadest network across the continent and beyond. With 47 destinations in 15+ African countries, including the remote island of St Helena, and an expanding fleet of 70 commercial aircraft, Airlink provides unrivalled connectivity for business and leisure travellers throughout the region. For over three decades, Airlink has defined reliable, customer-centric aviation in Africa. Operating more than 75 000 flights annually and carrying over 4 million passengers each year, the airline has built a reputation for industry-leading punctuality and operational excellence, consistently delivering on-time performance that ranks among the best in Southern Africa. Airlink’s independence, grounded in its own IATA 4Z designation and robust safety standards (IOSA accredited), allows it to innovate and expand with agility while maintaining strong interline and codeshare partnerships with international carriers. Founded in 1992, Airlink’s evolution from a regional carrier to a cornerstone of intra-African travel reflects its enduring commitment to connecting people, markets and opportunities across the continent. Today, Airlink stands for reliability, relevance and regional leadership, driven by a mission to provide safe, efficient and memorable travel experiences for every passenger.

Airways Aviation is the largest privately owned group of aviation academies in the world, offering a wide range of courses: Airline Pilot, Aircraft Maintenance, Cabin Crew, Military Training and Ground Staff. We own and operate well-resourced Academies across different countries and continents, offering courses approved by EASA, CASA and ICAO. These courses are focused on coupling the most advanced practical and theoretical disciplines to meet the future needs of aviation students and our industry partners alike. We are likewise globally positioned to respond to virtually any demand to accommodate any Airline, MRO, Handling company or Military need with outstanding training. Training locations in: - Montpellier, FRANCE - Bremen, GERMANY - Gold Coast, Qld, AUSTRALIA - Brisbane, Qld, AUSTRALIA - Lismore, NSW, AUSTRALIA - Dubai, UAE - Hyderabad, INDIA - Dakar, SENEGAL - Sal, CAPE VERDE - Milan, ITALY - Forli, ITALY - Casablanca, MOROCCO - Cascais, PORTUGAL - Ponte de Sor, PORTUGAL - Pirkkala, FINLAND - Vantaa, FINLAND Years of experience: 45+ Trained Commercial Airline Pilots: 12,000+ Trained Cabin Crew: 12,000+ Trained Aircraft Maintenance Engineers: 3,100+ Trained Ground Handling: 10,000+ Training fleet size: 100+ aircraft. (largest diamond fleet in Europe and one of the largest in the world) - 15 simulators