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NWU: The sustainable apple does not fall far from the TREES
Glitzy adds showing sun-drenched beaches, or snow-capped mountain peaks with views that stretch as far as the horizon allows. A smiling stewardess pouring a cup of coffee; a food stall next to a bustling street serving exotic cuisine. Tourism as an experience is a commodity – a commodity that sells, but one that is often misunderstood. Not only is…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-academics-visit-romanian-university-highlights-power-academic-exchange
NWU academic’s visit to Romanian university highlights the power of academic exchange
Prof Fazel Freeks, an esteemed associate professor and coordinator of community engagement at the Faculty of Theology of the North-West University (NWU), embarked on an important visit to Ovidius University of Constanta in Romania for 14 days. This visit highlighted the NWU’s core pillars: teaching and learning, research, and community…http://news.nwu.ac.za/prof-lene-graupner-named-academic-industrial-psychologist-year
Prof Lené Graupner named Academic Industrial Psychologist of the Year
The field of industrial and organisational psychology has witnessed a remarkable evolution over the years, and at the forefront of this transformative journey is the North-West University’s (NWU's) Prof Lené Graupner. Prof Graupner, a registered industrial psychologist and professor at the School of Industrial Psychology and Human…http://news.nwu.ac.za/pitch-your-business-empowering-young-entrepreneurs
Pitch Your Business: empowering young entrepreneurs
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and bhive Enterprise Development Centre collaborated with I AM Youth, Radio Pulpit, Radio Cape Pulpit and TBN Africa to offer an entrepreneurial training and development programme – culminating in a Pitch Your Business competition – to empower young entrepreneurs.…http://news.nwu.ac.za/building-bridges-erasmus-mobility-funding-unites-university-partner
Building bridges: ERASMUS Mobility funding unites university partner
In a significant stride towards fostering international collaboration, the North-West University (NWU) recently formalised its partnership with Budapest Metropolitan University in Hungary through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The event took place during the visit by delegations from the Budapest Metropolitan University and…http://news.nwu.ac.za/paint-debate-and-worship-create-memorable-event
Paint, debate and worship create a memorable event
Sip-and-paint events are more than just a trendy activity – they are a delightful combination of creativity, relaxation and social interaction, offering a space where people can express themselves artistically, connect with others and unwind. The North-West University's (NWU’s) Faculty of Theology and the King of Glory Youth Ministries (KGMY)…http://news.nwu.ac.za/esteemed-african-american-scholar-present-lecture-afrocentricity
Esteemed African-American scholar to present lecture on Afrocentricity
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) research niche area is proud to be hosting a public lecture featuring Prof Molefi Kete Asante, a towering figure in African-American scholarship, on 19 March 2024. The theme of the lecture is “Afrocentricity, communication and culture: Building a common history”.…http://news.nwu.ac.za/4lvins-new-single-release-letter-pursue-your-love-interests
4LViN’s new single release is a letter to pursue your love interests
North-West University (NWU) student and artist Alvin Baguma, popularly known as “4LViN”, released his latest single, ‘Tie u Down’ on Friday 26 September. The song is as a letter to his fans, encouraging them to pursue their love interests. 4LViN rose to prominence in 2022 with his debut single ‘Looney Toonz’, which has over 40 thousand plays on…http://news.nwu.ac.za/professors-strengthen-ties-nicolaus-copernicus-university
Professors strengthen ties with Nicolaus Copernicus University
A recent visit by North-West University (NWU) Professors Ephrem Redda and Prof Marko van Deventer to the Nicolaus Copernicus University (NCU) in Toruń, Poland represented a significant step in strengthening international academic collaboration. Hosted by the NCU’s Faculty of Economic Sciences and Management, the visit underlined the importance…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/book-exhibitions-2024
Book Exhibitions 2024
The Library and Information Service extends an invitation to staff and postgraduate students to attend the book exhibitions. Be sure to take part in this enriching event that honors the quest for knowledge and academic achievement. Mahikeng Campus Date: 6 - 7 May 2024 Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Location: Central Lecture Building (CLB)…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/IPSHRM-Postgrad
IPHRM I Postgrad
OUR RESEARCH AIM, “The purpose of doing research is to solve problems that limit the growth and development of societies, communities, businesses and individuals. At the NWU, we remind ourselves constantly that we are here to make a difference in people’s lives and to nurture nature. By taking care of some of the problems humanity faces today and producing students…, Honours Degrees, Degrees presented in Potchefstroom, Vanderbijlpark and Mahikeng campuses. HONOURS DEGREE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT This programme will allow you professionalregistration at the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) Human Resources Management HONOURS DEGREE IN INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY This programme will allow you professional…, Master's degrees, Our master’s qualifications are designed to provide students with an advanced basis of theory as well as the application of the principles of human resource management, labour relations and industrial psychology in research and the business world. The degree prepares students for research-based postgraduate study at NQF level 10 and has as purpose…, Doctoral degrees, A PhD degree is a full research degree, requiring a thesis (with a minimum of 360 credits), which contributes 100% of the final grade. In general, PhD candidates must be able to demonstrate that they are conversant with the relevant literature, have clear research capabilities, and are able to present their research in the required format. In…http://news.nwu.ac.za/game-global-impact-5th-wasm-conference-heads-cape-town
Game on for global impact as the 5th WASM Conference heads to Cape Town
When the local and global sport management community gathers in Cape Town for the 5th World Association for Sport Management (WASM) conference from 3 to 6 March 2026, it will represent far more than a prestigious academic meeting. It will be a moment of pride, progress and possibility for sport management in South Africa and Africa. With the theme…http://news.nwu.ac.za/prof-liandi-van-den-berg-redefining-student-assessment-ai-driven-world
Prof Liandi van den Berg is redefining student assessment in an AI-driven world
At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping higher education, Prof. Liandi van den Berg is helping lead the way in rethinking how universities assess student learning. Her work, recently featured in the Digital Education Council (DEC) Best Practices Collection, highlights a forward-thinking approach that is gaining global recognition…http://news.nwu.ac.za/students-represent-south-africa-global-soil-science-competition
Students to represent South Africa at global soil-science competition
A team of North-West University (NWU) students will represent South Africa at the 5th International Soil Judging Competition, scheduled for June 2026 in Nanjing, China. This will place the institution on a global platform for soil science training and research. The team, led by NWU lecturer and research scientist Angelique Daniell from the…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/human-metabolomics
Welcome to the Centre for Human Metabolomics (CHM)
CHM is dedicated to providing the healthcare sector with innovative, cutting-edge analytical services We are driven by our passion for innovation and our commitment to providing the best possible service to our clients. Our state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge analytical methods allow us to meet the demands of various sectors within…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/masara
MASARA Research Entity
MASARA (Musical Arts in South Africa: Resources and Applications) was established as a research niche area in November 2008. The focus for 2008–2012 was on selected musical arts of South Africa, specifically referring to Setswana and other local music cultures of the North-West Province. After the International Music &…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/languages/ICAME44
ICAME44
The 44th annual conference of the International Computer Archive of Modern and Medieval English is hosted by the North-West University in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, from 17 to 21 May 2023. The conference format will be hybrid, with on-site and on-line participation possible. The conference theme is “English going places, Corpora…http://news.nwu.ac.za/create-news-4
Three lecturers chosen as TAU fellows
Three North-West University (NWU) academics have been chosen for the South African Teaching Advancement at University (TAU) Fellowship Programme. It is a great honour to be selected by the TAU panel and confirms that the NWU’s academics have a well-deserved reputation for their expertise, hard work and dedication. The three lecturers who have…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-vice-chancellor-share-governance-insight-leadership-summit
NWU vice-chancellor to share governance insight at Leadership Summit
An impressive line-up of keynote speakers have been secured for the North-West University’s (NWU’s) fourth annual Leadership Summit. The summit will take place on 18 September 2018 at the Birchwood Hotel in Johannesburg. One of the keynote speakers is Prof Dan Kgwadi, vice-chancellor of the university. He will be joined by Ms Phuti Mahanyela (…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-puts-language-policy-action