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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://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://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://news.nwu.ac.za/nwus-trade-publishes-book-africas-digital-future
NWU’s TRADE publishes book on Africa’s digital future
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Chairs Programme in the TRADE research entity (Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences) at the North-West University (NWU) has published a new book on Africa’s digital future. The book, titled Africa’s digital future: From theory to action, makes an important and timely contribution to the literature on…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/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://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-and-cgso-bring-consumer-protection-services-closer-mahikeng-communities
NWU and CGSO bring consumer protection services closer to Mahikeng communities
Residents in Mahikeng and surrounding rural communities now have closer access to consumer protection services following the launch of the Consumer Goods and Services Ombud (CGSO) satellite office at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Mahikeng Campus on 14 May 2026. The office, based at the NWU Law Clinic, becomes the fifth CGSO satellite…http://news.nwu.ac.za/90-minutes-first-division-nwu-chases-historic-promotion
90 minutes from the First Division: NWU chases historic promotion
The North-West University (NWU) Soccer Institute is just 90 minutes away from securing its place in South African professional football. After topping Group A of the ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs in Mthatha, the North West champions have booked a semi-final showdown against KwaZulu-Natal champions Mkhambathi FC, with promotion to the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/sabpp-student-chapter-shines-open-day-winning-slogan
SABPP Student Chapter shines at Open Day with winning slogan
The newly established South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) Student Chapter at the North-West University’s (NWU’s) School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management has made an impressive debut, securing first place in the Best Slogan Category at the Mahikeng Campus Open Day on 23 May 2026. The winning slogan of the…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://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/professor-marietjie-havenga-delivers-inaugural-lecture
Professor Marietjie Havenga delivers inaugural lecture
An inaugural lecture is considered an important rite of passage in the life and career of an academic. Professor Marietjie Havenga delivered her inaugural lecture, titled Cooperative problem-based learning in Information Technology: Active learning for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In this lecture, Prof Havenga argued that the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/focus-area-pure-and-applied-analytics-nwu-where-curiosity-meets-mathematical-mastery
Focus Area for Pure and Applied Analytics at NWU: Where curiosity meets mathematical mastery
In the ever-evolving landscape of academia, certain institutions stand out not only for their age or size, but also for their unyielding commitment to curiosity and innovation. North-West University (NWU) in South Africa exemplifies this spirit, particularly through its Focus Area for Pure and Applied Analytics (PAA) research entity. This group is…http://news.nwu.ac.za/toxic-greener-world-protecting-mother-nature
From a toxic to a greener world: protecting mother nature
“The inaugural lecture ceremony marks the rite of passage into the ranks of a professorship. It is also an occasion that celebrates one’s academic career achievements,” said Prof Jeffrey Mphahlele, North-West University (NWU) deputy vice-chancellor for research and innovation, during the inaugural lecture of Prof Indra Bahadur. Prof Bahadur…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/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/nwu-sustainable-apple-does-not-fall-far-trees