Abridged Knowledge 035

South Africa's Online Study Guide

Your free, detailed career guidance platform. We combine your academic results (APS), career interests (RIASEC), and regional economic factors to help you plan your future. Founded by Lungelo Shandu to help young South Africans find their path. If you are under 18, please use this site with an adult present.

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If you are under 18 years old, please consult with your parent or guardian before and while using this platform or providing personal information. Your safety and privacy are our top priority.

Platform Tools

APS Calculator

Calculate your Admission Point Score based on your top 6 NSC subjects. Essential for university applications.

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Find Opportunities

Discover internships, learnerships, and entry-level jobs for South African youth.

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Career Sectors

Explore 25 career sectors, scarce skills lists, and SETA requirements in detail.

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Study Guides

Access curated open-source study materials, toolkits, and subject-specific resources.

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Curated Resources

Universities

Browse the complete list of South African universities by province, with contact details and more.

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TVET Colleges

Find public Technical and Vocational Education colleges in your province offering practical diplomas. Avoid signing up to fake colleges.

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What to Study

Learn about 25 career sectors, including scarce skills and in-demand jobs. Always do your own research and ask a teacher or adult for help.

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Expert Guidance

Stuck? Need paid consultation, review, or help with applications? Chat with a professional (ask parents first if you are under 18).

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100% Free Service

Abridged Knowledge 035 is committed to providing free resources. Legitimate career services never ask for payment for job placements.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Lungelo Shandu is the founder of Untrapped Holdings 035 (Pty) Ltd, driving the vision of AK035 to assist youth. Mnotho Shandu (uh035) plays a key role in operations and content creation. Both are dedicated to solving unemployment in South Africa.

AK035 (Abridged Knowledge 035) provides free, accessible career guidance, study resources, and job opportunities to South African youth, particularly those in KZN, using research-backed tools.

You input your academic results, interests, and/or upload your CV. Our system analyses this data against current market trends (SETA, scarce skills) to generate a personalised report suggesting study paths and job opportunities. If you are under 18, please use this with an adult present.

Yes. We prioritise user safety and data safety. Your data is used for social research to help you find opportunities. We adhere to POPIA guidelines and do not sell your data to third parties.

Untrapped Holdings 035 develops the tools and research needed to bridge the gap between education and employment. They maintain the platform and provide resources like the CV Analysis tool and Study Guides to empower you.