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NWU Alumni FAQ
[accordion collapsed]Q: How do I become an alumnus of the NWU?A: Don’t worry – no paperwork. Once you graduate from the NWU you will automatically be in our database as an alumnus.Q: What does it cost to be an alumnus?Q: It is free.Q: I have moved, or my personal details have changed.A: No problem at all, you can contact us to correct your details…http://library.nwu.ac.za/event-mandela-month-drive-2026
Event: Mandela Month Drive 2026
NWU Library Book Exhibition, A seed today. A meal tomorrow., This Mandela Month, the NWU Library and Information Service invites the entire NWU community to join hands in cultivating hope through our Vegetable Seed Donation Drive . A single packet of vegetable seeds may seem small, but in the hands of a family or community, it can grow into nutritious meals, healthier lives, and a more food-secure future.…http://library.nwu.ac.za/research-training
Research and Open Scholarship Services
Menu ROSS Hub Research Support Services Policies Digital Scholarship Services Special Collections ROSS Resources Research Commons Library Resources Guides, Events & Training Bookings & Spaces Contact Us, Guides, Events and Training, Select a Research Guide from our list:, , Other Guides, A-Rules (General Academic Rules) PDF document NWU Language Directorate: style guide (PDF) PDF document Manual for Higher Degree Studies (PDF) MS Word Postgraduate Template PDF document Open Science Booklet (PDF) Referella: Referencing Guides Postgraduate Support Guide (PDF) Academic Staff Guide (PDF) View all events Library training evaluation…http://library.nwu.ac.za/hours-and-calendars
Hours and Calendars
Menu LIS Dashboard Library Profile, Reports & Policies Management Code of Conduct Conferences & Symposiums Research Output & Milestones Contact Info, Directions & Maps Hours & Calendars Libraries & Spaces Research Output & Milestones Services by Entities & Sections Staff Directory For Library Staff, Service Times and Important Dates, Need a place to study at any time? 24/7 study spaces are available at each main campus library, giving you access to a comfortable learning environment whenever you need it. , Library Calendar, 2026 PDF document NWU Library calendar (PDF - Digital) PDF document NWU Library calendar (PDF - A3 Printing), Event Calendars, Training NWU Dates, NWU Dates,http://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-libraries-spaces
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Menu LIS Dashboard Library Profile, Reports & Policies Management Code of Conduct Conferences & Symposiums Contact Info, Directions & Maps Hours & Calendars Libraries & Spaces Research Output & Milestones Services by Entities & Sections Staff Directory For Library Staff, Our Libraries and Branch Libraries, Read more about the Mahikeng Library, Mahikeng Library, Virtual Tour Read more about the Potchefstroom Libraries, Potchefstroom Libraries, On this campus Ferdinand Postma Library (Main Library) Education Library Music Library Natural Sciences Library Theology Library (Jan Lion Cachet Library) Virtual Tour Read more about the Vanderbijlpark Library, Vanderbijlpark Library, Virtual Tourhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/social-media
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Newsletter Library News@NWU Notices, Library Social Media (#nwulibraries), Facebook NWU Libraries Instagram @nwulibraries X (Twitter) @nwulibraries YouTube NWU Libraries, Library Blog Library News: Blog, Blog posts before 2025, Library Apps, Altmetric, Track research impact and citations. Bookmarklet for researchers, LibKey Nomad, Instant full-text access. Browser extension, BrowZine, Browse and read journals. Mobile reading, Libby, Access ebooks via OverDrive. Download Libby, Writefull, Academic writing support. Word Add-in, Quick links, Communication Policy Contact Ushttp://library.nwu.ac.za/research-commons
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Menu ROSS Hub Research Commons: Research Support Services Booking Spaces Computers & Software Amenities Access Eligibility Training & Workshops Useful Resources Locations Contact Us, Explore the Research Commons, Research Commons logo Research Commons is a dedicated space designed to support postgraduate students and academic staff by providing access to specialised research resources, services, and infrastructure in a conducive scholarly environment., Virtual Tour of our Libraries, Explore our campus libraries through interactive virtual tours. Mahikeng Library Potchefstroom Libraries Vanderbijlpark Libraryhttp://library.nwu.ac.za/lis-code-of-conduct
Code of Conduct
Menu LIS Dashboard Library Profile, Reports & Policies Management Code of Conduct Conferences & Symposiums Contact Info, Directions & Maps Hours Libraries & Spaces Research Output & Milestones Services by Entities & Sections Staff Directory For Library Staff, User Responsibilities and Conduct, Library Code of Conducthttp://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/af/pcddp/fasiliteite-en-toerusting
Navorsing by die PCDDP
Die Prekliniese Geneesmiddelontwikkelingsplatform vorm deel van die kommersiële afdeling van die Fakulteit Gesondheidswetenskappe en fokus op akademiese navorsing en dienslewering aan die bedryf. Die PCDDP-navorsing maak gebruik van diermodelle vir prekliniese geneesmiddelnavorsing om die farmakokinetika, veiligheid en doeltreffendheid van…http://library.nwu.ac.za/ebooks
eBooks
Search in our eBook Collections, eBooks Search WorldCat Discovery Search type Keyword Author Subject Title Subject ISBN Advanced Search, Recommended, Snapplify - Textbooks Libby Individual collections Notice - Proquest eBook Central: The eBook Central Reader App will replace Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) for full-book downloads on the eBook Central platform on July 15th. Users will continue to search, browse, read online, and manage their bookshelves using the familiar Ebook Central web…, Help, [accordion collapsed], Reading eBooks online, You can access eBooks online using standard software on most computers and portable devices. If specific software is required to open and read an eBook online, it often includes its own software (e.g., eBook Central). On library computers, online reading of eBooks is the only option available., Reading eBooks offline, PDF documents not protected by digital rights management (DRM) software can typically be downloaded to most PCs without requiring additional software. Read more about databases that require specific software below: EBSCOHost Databases: Starting in April 2026 , EBSCO will transition all customers from Adobe DRM to LCP DRM . We recommend using…, Things to keep in mind about eBooks, Not all books are available in eBook format. Most library eBook collections are designed for viewing in a browser on a computer. Due to our licensing agreements with publishers, some eBooks in our collections are limited to one user at a time. eBook files are typically in either PDF or ePub format. PDF files don’t adapt well to different-sized…, Can I Print/Copy & Paste from eBooks?, Yes, but eBooks are protected by copyright law just like printed publications. As a guideline, South African copyright law permits you to print or copy no more than one chapter or 10% of a work, whichever is greater. Different eBook suppliers and publishers have varying rules regarding this, but once these limits are reached, you will be unable to…, Help with accessing eBooks, If you consistently encounter issues accessing an eBook, please contact your Librarian . [/accordion]http://library.nwu.ac.za/international-conference-information-literacy-icil-2026
International Conference on Information Literacy (ICIL) 2026
The International Conference on Information Literacy (ICIL-Africa) is held biannually to bring together researchers, library and information services professionals, and other related parties from around the world to exchange knowledge and experience, and to discuss recent developments and current challenges in both theory and practice. The year…, Conference Theme, Empowering Societies through Information Literacy: AI, Data, and Open Media for Sustainable Futures, Conference Aim, The ICIL-SA 2026 conference brings together researchers, LIS professionals, educators and policymakers to exchange knowledge and explore current challenges., Submission Types, Individual papers and posters Abstracts (max 300 words). Papers: 20 min + 10 min discussion. PechaKucha 20 slides × 20 seconds (6:40 total). Doctoral forum PhD research presentations with expert feedback. Panel discussions 90-minute themed sessions (3–5 papers)., General Conference Topics, Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies and Future Literacies Ethics, Integrity and Post-Truth Information Ecosystems Social Justice, Citizenship and Sustainable Development Education, Employability, and Lifelong Learning Media, Digital and Transversal Literacies Information Literacy Talents and Innovation in Higher Education Artificial…, Conference Series, ICIL 2019 ICIL 2022 ICIL 2024, Sister Conference, ECIL, Important Dates, First call for papers: 19 March 2026 (Notice) Second call for papers: 16 April 2026 (extended to 31 May 2026) Notification of acceptance for abstracts: 31 May 2026 Full-paper submission deadline: 31 August 2026 Early bird registration: Closes on 31 August 2026 Notification of acceptance for full papers: 30 September 2026 Standard registration:…, Publication Opportunity, Accepted ICIL 2026 papers will be published in the Global Perspectives in Information Literacy (GPIL) journal. Link to GPIL Journalhttp://education.nwu.ac.za/centre-higher-education-professional-development/research-methodologies-transforming-higher
Research methodologies in a transforming higher education context (U31 100 1)
IntroductionResearch Methodologies in a Transforming Higher Education Context is a specialised short course that offers advanced, reflexive insight into the influence of coloniality on research traditions and methodological choices. Designed for emerging researchers, postgraduate students, and academic professionals, the course foregrounds…http://education.nwu.ac.za/centre-higher-education-professional-development/curriculum-design-transforming-higher-education
Curriculum Design in a transforming higher education context (U36 100 1)
IntroductionCurriculum Design in a Transforming Higher Education Context is a specialised short course that equips academic staff with the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate and respond to evolving curriculum demands in South African higher education. Participants will gain insight into curriculum theory, structures, and levels, as well…http://education.nwu.ac.za/centre-higher-education-professional-development/scaffolding-disciplinary-literacies-student
Scaffolding Disciplinary Literacies for student success (U32 100 1)
DescriptionTailored for university teachers, this program enhances participants' abilities to seamlessly incorporate discipline-specific literacies into their daily curriculum activities.OutcomesAn understanding of the underlying factors that have created the literacy crisis in South AfricaIntegrated knowledge of how writers use discipline-…http://www.nwu.ac.za/aitw/FEDU
Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education introduces their first Africa International Teaching Week!HOSTING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONNorth-West UniversityINSTITUTION WEBSITEhttps://www.nwu.ac.za/COUNTRYSouth AfricaLANGUAGEEnglishDATES5 - 9 October 2026REGISTRATION FEE170 USD/ 150 EuroEMAIL FOR ENQUIRIESDr Elize Kung (elize.kung@nwu.ac.za) or Prof Kotie Kaiser (…http://www.nwu.ac.za/aitw
AITW
About the Africa Initiative: International Teaching WeeksThe goal of Africa Initiative: International Teaching Weeks for professional development of university teachers is to foster internationalisation, enhance and promote professional development among university teachers and professional staff and contribute positively to the quality of…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/comber-public-lecture-scienticide-gaza-conceptualising-systematic-destruction-palestinian
COMBER Public Lecture - Scienticide in Gaza: Conceptualising the Systematic Destruction of Palestinian Scientific and Higher Education Capacity
The NWU Community-Based Educational Research (COMBER) team cordially invites you to join the public lecture on the "Scienticide in Gaza: Conceptualising the Systematic Destruction of Palestinian Scientific and Higher Education Capacity".Scientific knowledge production functions as a foundational enabling capability through which societies expand…http://law.nwu.ac.za/postgraduate-studies/structured-llm-environmental-law-and-governance