UniHelp Engineering Programmes UP | First Year

So you got into Engineering.

Believe it or not – that was the easy part.

You made the cut. Top marks in matric. Distinction in Mathematics. Probably in Physical Science, too. You earned your place in one of South Africa’s most competitive programmes – until the first test results come back.

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So you got into Engineering. Believe it or not – that was the easy part.

The Wake-Up Call

Nobody warned you about this part.

In school, you were the one others came to for help.

  • You understood things faster
  • You worked harder
  • You got the results

Engineering was the obvious choice.

And along comes University.

40-60% of engineering students drop out
80% of engineering students fail the first SWK test

The gap between matric and university isn't a step - it's a cliff.

You're not alone. You're not even unusual.

Students who succeed aren't the ones who find it easy. They're the ones who adapt the fastest.

The Real Stakes

Let's talk about what's actually on the line.

UP's School of Engineering doesn't curve grades or give second chances. The rules are clear:

70% Credits Required

Fail to pass 70% of first-year credits after November? Can't proceed to second year.

Immediate Exclusion

Fail ALL first-semester modules? Immediate exclusion from the programme.

Module Lockout

Fail a first-year module twice? You lose the right to register for advanced modules in Computer, Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

We're not trying to scare you.

We're being honest about the system you're in. The exclusion rules exist. The deadlines are real. Pretending otherwise won't help.

The Strategic Shift

What Actually Works

The students who make it through aren't smarter. They're more strategic.

Here's what the research tells us about engineering students who succeed:

They seek input early

Not after the first failed test - before it. Top performers treat external support the way elite athletes treat coaching: not as remediation, but as optimisation.

They understand the system

Which topics carry the most weight. Which past papers predict exam patterns. Which concepts from first semester become critical in second year. Knowledge of the game matters as much as knowledge of the content.

They build efficient study systems

University rewards different skills than high school. Memorisation gives way to application. Calculation gives way to proof-based thinking. The students who adapt are the ones who survive.

They're not doing it alone

Research consistently shows that successful students seek help from peers, tutors and mentors. The "I'll figure it out myself" approach has a 40-60% dropout rate.

Seventh Star Engineering

What Do We Provide?

Academic support engineered for UP engineering students.

Seventh Star has spent over a decade working with students in exactly your position.

We're not a generic tutoring company that happens to offer support. We're specialists in one thing: helping engineering students succeed at UP.

01

We understand the content

WTW 158 and 258 aren't just "calculus" - they're specific syllabi with specific exam patterns.

  • WTW 158 and 258 specific syllabi and exam patterns
  • Physics, Chemistry, SWK and EBN gap identification
  • Concepts that trip students up year after year
  • How to close gaps efficiently before they compound
02

We understand the system

UP's exclusion rules. Credit requirements. The difference between scraping through and building foundations.

  • UP's exclusion rules and credit requirements
  • The difference between first-year survival and second-year success
  • How to navigate the academic landscape strategically
  • Building foundations that hold up in advanced modules
03

We understand the psychology

You're used to being the smart one. Seeking help feels like admitting defeat. We get it.

  • Our approach is built around optimisation, not remediation
  • You're not here because you can't do it
  • You're here because you want to do it efficiently
  • Seeking input is what elite performers do

A Comprehensive Solution

Subject-Specific Mastery

Targeted support in the exact modules that determine your engineering future. Not generic maths tutoring - specific preparation for WTW 158/258 exam formats, SWK problem-solving approaches and the conceptual leaps that Physics and Chemistry demand.

Exam Strategy Engineering

Past paper analysis. Mark scheme deconstruction. Time allocation frameworks. The meta-skills that separate students who understand the content from students who can demonstrate that understanding under exam conditions.

What will I learn?

Subject-Specific Mastery

WTW 158/164

Calculus

2 hrs/week

The conceptual foundations that school didn't build with techniques universities assume you already have.

What we cover
  • Limits & continuity
  • Derivatives
  • Integration techniques
  • Applications of calculus
PHY

Physics

Bridging the gap from formula application to genuine problem-solving.

What we cover
  • Mechanics
  • Waves & oscillations
  • Electricity
  • Thermodynamics
CHM

Chemistry

Building the systematic approach that replaces rote memorisation.

What we cover
  • Stoichiometry
  • Chemical bonding
  • Equilibrium
  • Kinetics
SWK 122

Mechanics / Statics

Learning to think like an engineer, not a student.

What we cover
  • Force analysis
  • Equilibrium
  • Trusses
  • Stress & strain
EBN 122

Electricity & Electronics

The foundation for all electrical and electronic engineering modules to come.

What we cover
  • Circuit analysis
  • Basic electronics
  • Electrical principles
  • Component behaviour

Skills You'll Develop

  • Exam technique
  • Time management
  • Past paper strategy
  • Concept mapping
  • Formula application
  • Problem decomposition
  • Mark scheme analysis

The Real Calculation

Every engineer knows: run the numbers before making decisions.

Risk Exposure
Repeated Module R8 000
Lost income for year R360 000
Academic Exclusion Incalculable
Total Risk R368 000+
vs
Investment
Monthly Tutoring R3 150/mo
10 Months Maximum R31 500
R368 000+ > R31 500

Risk is 12x your protection investment

The question isn't whether you can afford support.

It's whether you can afford to risk not having it.

Is This Right For You?

This works - but it's not for everyone.

This Is For You If...

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You're exactly who we built this for.

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This Probably Isn't For You If...

  • You're convinced you can figure it out alone (statistically, there's a 40-60% chance you're wrong)
  • You're looking for someone to do the work for you
  • You think asking for help means you don't belong in engineering
  • You're not willing to change how you study, just how hard you study

When is class?

UPENG-Y1
Class Package

UPENG-Y1 Programme

UP Year 1 Engineering Programme

Centurion
Physics UPENG-Y1-C1

Johann Mitton

Saturdays 09:15 – 10:15 Centurion
Streamed Live English
WTW 158/164 UPENG-Y1-C2

Human Muller

Saturdays 10:15 – 12:15 Centurion
Streamed Live English
Chemistry UPENG-Y1-C3

Wentzel Schoeman

Saturdays 12:15 – 13:15 Centurion
Streamed Live English
EBN 122 / SWK 122 UPENG-Y1-C4

Human Muller

Saturdays 13:15 – 15:15 Centurion
English

What does it cost?

ONLINE / CONTACT R3150 Reg Fee
R3150 monthly
100% Refund Period: 30 days
Billed: February → Until Cancelled
  • Community Access
  • Weekly Live Streams
  • 6+ hours tuition per week
  • Multi-service Past Streams database
  • Expert guidance and mentorship
  • Pass first-year Engineering
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  • Computer or Tablet

    A device with internet access to join live sessions and watch recordings.

  • Stable Internet

    At least 5 Mbps for smooth video streaming during live classes.

Contact

  • Notebook & Stationery

    For taking notes, completing exercises and working through problems.

  • Scientific Calculator

    Approved scientific calculator for complex calculations.

Always

  • Dedicated Study Time

    6-8 hours per week for classes and additional practice.

  • Positive Attitude

    Willingness to learn, ask questions and engage with the material.

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