The teaching and learning approach at Taylors College is focused on developing the Taylors
Graduate Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive
capabilities and soft skills of our graduates. The TGC gives students the edge to start and stay
ahead. The TGC ensure that Taylors graduates are capable in the following areas:
DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE
COGNITIVE CAPABILITIES
- Learns autonomously; is able to acquire and
manage information, comprehends a wide variety of literature and has an awareness of
contemporary global issues.
-solving skills - Defines issues or problems well; analyses problems comprehensively;
applies knowledge effectively and applies theory to practice; is able to think critically and
arrive at workable and effective solutions.
SOFT SKILLS
Speaks and writes well; is able to organise, synthesise and present
information effectively
- Understands team dynamics, the power of teams and teamwork; Works
with others in a team; is able to assume leadership in small and/or big groups
- Manages time effectively; Understands the role of personal image and
professionalism at work; Works independently in context of tasks to be completed
Forms opinions and articulates views
from a global perspective; Has an awareness of and sensitivity to cross-cultural differences
Competent in executive keyboarding; effectively uses ICT and technologies
