Preparing for university can be daunting, especially when faced with the challenge of the National Benchmark Test (NBTs), a crucial aspect of university admission requirements. For Lungi Mkhize, a determined Grade 12 student from Maris Stella, acing the NBTs became possible through Advantage Learn’s NBT Prep course.

Initially, Lungi found the National Benchmark Test intimidating. Describing them as a “very hard test” with no calculators allowed, she recognised that proper preparation was essential to do well and secure her place and meet the admission requirements for competitive degrees like engineering and medicine. After hearing about Advantage Learn from a friend, she enrolled in our in-person course.

On her first day at the course, Lungi admitted to feeling nervous and struggling to adapt to the unique style of NBT questions. However, thanks to our world-class educators, we provided a structured approach, breaking down complex problems into manageable steps. Lungi found the formulas and strategies invaluable, remarking, “If I went into the NBT without this assistance, I would have failed.” By the end of the first day, her confidence had soared, and she felt hopeful about achieving a strong result! Day two of the course brought further growth. Armed with new tips and tricks, Lungi felt more prepared and capable. The course equipped her with strategies that went beyond the classroom, instilling skills she wished she could apply to all her studies!

As the NBT approached, Lungi relied on the Advantage Learn workbook and online course for revision. She noted how different the National Benchmark Test was from typical school or IEB exams, emphasising that proper preparation was essential. Many of her friends who had not taken the course hoped that studying the material from the school syllabus would prepare them. However, Lungi’s experience on the course showed her that the preparation is vastly different.

Lungi’s experience with our NBT Prep course highlights how necessary preparation of this kind really is when it comes to performing well in the NBT. She overcame her anxiety and found the confidence she needed to tackle the NBTs successfully. Her advice to other students? “NBTs aren’t as bad as people say, but they do require preparation. With the right tools and mindset, you can succeed!”

Don’t leave your National Benchmark Test preparation to chance. The NBT is a key aspect of university admission requirements for most South African degrees. Sign up for an NBT Prep course or workshop with Advantage Learn today!

This article was originally published on 31 Mar 2020

About the author
Adam Kinder

Online learning manager at Advantagelearn.com. I help manage our systems to provide the best online learning experience for our Students. Besides that I am a passionate Mathematician and enjoy solving students questions on our site.

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