An award-winning South African journalist, Adriaan has two Excellence Awards in Feature Writing to his name. He’s worked for The Citizen, a daily South African newspaper as well as written for a slew of publications and even had a stint as a content manager for a reality TV show. He studied Audio Visual Communication and Philosophy at the University of Johannesburg, and still calls Johannesburg home.

How Do I Future-Proof My Engineering Career?

October 11, 2021 10:10 am
Engineers have a lot going for them in terms of career prospects. According to the 2020 World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Jobs of Tomorrow: Mapping Opportunity in the New Economy, engineering skills are on their list of the highest-demand skills that are essential to break into, what WEF deems, emerging professional...Read More

World Teachers’ Day: Why These EIT Lecturers Love Teaching

October 4, 2021 4:20 pm
October 5th marks World Teachers Day', an opportunity to celebrate and thank teachers for their important role in our communities and for the positive impact they have on the lives of students. Teachers are so much more than meets the eye. In fact, students seldom take into consideration that outside...Read More

International Coffee Day 2021: The Science Behind Caffeine

September 28, 2021 4:29 pm
Some people get jittery without it, others can’t stand the taste, and then there’s those who not only appreciate its unique bitter flavor but will go to great lengths to experience the best of the best. October 1 marks International Coffee Day and it’s time to get behind the bean...Read More

Backyard Roller Coasters and the Engineers That Build Them

September 28, 2021 4:28 pm
Buckle up, because this is going to be a bumpy read, or is that ride? The concept behind backyard roller coasters (BYRC) seem innocent enough. Men, women, and budding engineers build roller coasters for themselves in their backyard when they don’t have constant access to theme parks.  But the lore...Read More

World Animal Day 2021: Drones Take Animal Research to New Heights

September 22, 2021 10:21 am
World Animal Day is a global event celebrated each year on the 4th of October and it works to address localized issues surrounding animal welfare. According to www.worldanimalday.org.uk, World Animal Day is a social movement that aims to raise the status of animals through the actions of individuals, businesses, and policies of...Read More

Opinion: Are Foldable Phones Isolating UX?

September 20, 2021 9:50 am
The fanfare of major events like Apple Event’s or Samsung Direct has become synonymous with big tech unveilings of new flagship devices for major manufacturers. EIT Journalist, Adriaan Roets, shares his thoughts on one of the latest topical releases. New products that seem odd upon unveiling often become more sensical later....Read More

Meet EIT On-Campus Student Representative: Shashi Senevirathna

September 15, 2021 3:01 pm
Currently studying EIT's Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation) at our Melbourne campus and recently appointed as EIT's on-campus higher education ambassador, Shashikala Senevirathna is the definition of a well-rounded engineer. Fondly known as Shashi, she started her education pathway in engineering a decade ago at the University of Peradeniya in...Read More

How Do I Make My Engineering CV Stand Out?

September 13, 2021 9:54 am
When compiling your professional resume or curriculum vitae (CV), merely printing your credentials on thicker paper won’t make it stand out. When you put some extra thought and attention into the content and your personal marketing, printing it on standard A4 paper will not only do the job, but it...Read More

The Top 5 Reasons to Study an Engineering Degree

September 10, 2021 2:44 pm
An engineering degree can open up doors. From good entry-level salaries, the possibility to see the world, and an ever-evolving career, engineering remains a field of possibilities.  Here’s some of the reason you should consider Engineering. 1. Engineering is considered the education of the future Completing an engineering course means...Read More

Reverse Engineering: It’s Not About Going Retro but Finding Solutions

August 27, 2021 9:18 am
Paper. Something that has been around for thousands of years is getting reverse engineering treatment to help save the planet. At the helm of the operation is trained electrical engineer Mahbub Sumon from Narayanganj, Bangladesh.  In 2018, he and three friends founded Shalbrikhkho and started their first project to create...Read More