The Power of Play

The 2026 Careers Service Guide is built around one simple but powerful idea: PLAY! In a time shaped by rapid technological change, creativity, experimentation and curiosity are becoming just as valuable as technical expertise. 

This edition invites students to rethink career development not as a rigid path, but as a journey of exploration, adaptability and growth. Inspired by the courage to try new combinations, challenge convention and build on what energises us, this guide is designed to help you navigate opportunities, discover possibilities and shape a future that is both meaningful and uniquely your own.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE GUIDE

  • About Us – Learn about who we are and how we can help you plan your career.
  • The Power of Play – Find out why play matters no matter your age or station.
  • Working World – Own Your Future with our curated guide on your CV, cover letter, interviews and more.
  • Entrepreneurship – See what it takes to start, build and run a business as a student.
  • Grad Gallery – We chat to trailblazers who started out at UCT and are now making a real difference in the world.
  • Employer Directory – Your pocket guide to industry leaders and the opportunities they offer.