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Postgraduate Studies in Education
This faculty aims to be a leader in postgraduate training, support and exploring new approaches to training experts in the various areas in educational leadership. We offer specialised postgraduate training programmes which will ensure that students acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, values and motivation for further studies in…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/paa/3MC-School-BM
3MC School on Biomathematics
.bg { padding: 1em; color: white; background-color: black; clear: left; text-align: center; } .btn-group-vertical { width: 100%; } 3MC Presents: African Mathematical School on Mathematical Modeling in Biology 20-28 March 2023, NWU, Potchefstroom Home Registration Program Mini-Courses…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/international-spring-week/workshop-and-seminar-presenters
Workshop and Seminar Presenters
Theme Academic writing skills Anneke Butler is a lecturer in the School of Languages at the Vanderbijlpark Campus of the North-West University in the Subject Group: Critical and Analytical Thinking Skills (CATS). Her research straddles Descriptive Linguistics and Applied Linguistics. Within Descriptive Linguistics she is…http://library.nwu.ac.za/artificial-intelligence-symposium-2023-guest-speakers
Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023 - Guest Speakers
Prof Daryl Balia Prof Daryl Balia Prof. Daryl Balia, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Information Technology and Potchefstroom Campus Operations Prof Daryl Balia, former executive dean of the NWU's Faculty of Theology, was appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Information Technology and Potchefstroom Campus Operations in 2019 for a fixed term of five years.…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/water-research-group-extraordinary
Extraordinary Appointments
ProfessorBernd Suresbernd.sures@uni-due.de; Bernd.Sures@nwu.ac.za Prof. Bernd Sures is a Professor (W3) in Aquatic Ecology at the University of Duisburg-Essen, head of the research group Aquatic Ecology, and holds a visiting position with the Water Research Group at the North-West University, South Africa.The research…http://education.nwu.ac.za/edu-hright/comparative-education-international-studies
Comparative Education & International Studies
The Subarea – Comparative Education and International Studies contributes to the Edu-HRight Research Unit by strengthening scholarship on the intersection of education, human rights, democracy and social justice. It provides a critical perspective on how institutional structures and educational policies can either advance or undermine rights…http://education.nwu.ac.za/research-unit-self-directed-learning/news
SDL Research
SDL Research [accordion collapsed] Community of PracticeWhen convenience cost learning: AI and postgraduate independence-Setting up a personal research assistantRecording: to access the recording click HEREPersonal research assistant instructions: to access the document click HEREPowerPoint slide: to access the PowerPoint slides click…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/zoology/study-info
Study Info
[accordion collapsed style="background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #1aad89, #1aad89 100%); color: white;"]PrerequisitesThe admission requirements for the faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences can be found here: https://studies.nwu.ac.za/undergraduate-studies/natural-and-agricultural-sciences-2027 A Bachelor of Science in Biological…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/afrocentric-governance-public-affairs/events
Events
[accordion]Communique: AGoPA, 1st International Conference, 2024The Afrocentric Governance of Public Affairs (AGOPA) research entity, at the North-West University, held a successful two-day International Conference at Riverside Sun Hotel in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa, from 10th to the 11th of October 2024. The main theme of the…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/optentia/ageing-and-generational-dynamics
Ageing and Generational Dynamics
Optentia Research Programme 05Ageing and Generational DynamicsExploring ageing across the life course and the relationships, care systems and social conditions connecting generations in Africa.Programme focusAgeing. Care. Citizenship.Research on family relationships, generational inclusion and formal and informal systems of care. About the…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/postgraduate
Postgraduate
Honours BA MusicThe Honours BA Music is a one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) programme with elective modules in a variety of music disciplines. Most modules can be completed through distance learning, although students may be required to periodically attend special events and exams on Potchefstroom campus.[accordion collapsed…http://law.nwu.ac.za/postgraduate-studies/structured-mphil-degree-environmental-law-and-governance
Structured MPhil degree in Environmental Law and Governance
Programme nameStructured MPhil degree in Environmental Law and GovernanceProgramme code6CJ P01, R801PCampusPotchefstroom CampusDelivery modeContactProgramme leaderProf Niel LubbeIntroductionEnvironmental law is an increasingly important field with a corresponding increase in employment opportunities. This exciting and highly relevant postgraduate…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu/inaugural-lectures-health-sciences-0
Inaugural Lectures: Health Sciences
2026Prof. Martani LombardBuilding healthier beginnings through discovery, translation and empowerment...read more×Prof. Prof. Martani LombardBuilding healthier beginnings through discovery, translation and empowermentThe first 1 000 days of life – from conception to two years of age – are a critical period during which nutrition shapes growth,…http://library.nwu.ac.za/artificial-intelligence-symposium-2023
Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023
Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Satellite Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, Announcing the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3 rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence, North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa 5 - 7 September 2023 The North-West University Library and Information Service, Information Technology and the Faculty of Engineering: School of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering, in collaboration with the IFLA IT Section, are pleased to host this Artificial Intelligence Symposium. …, Aim of the Event, The symposium aims to bring together industry leaders to discuss digital strategies institutions can apply to enable agile, collaborative, and integrated service operations. This implies innovative changes and adaptability in human skills and creative imagination to establish, develop, and maintain an enabling Teaching and Learning environment…, Links, Dr Edmund Balnaves talks about the impact of AI Symposium Feedback Survey PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2023: Speakers (IFLA Link) Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS), News, PUKfm radio advertisement PUKfm radio interview Follow the development of our Library Bot ., Guest Speakers, AI guest speakers AI guest speakers Read more about our guest speakers . [accordion collapsed], Workshops - Monday 4 and Wednesday 6 September, Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the LIS environment - Prof Pieter van Vuuren Monday 4 September, 11:00 - 12:30 The workshop will be presented by the NWU School of Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Engineering. It will introduce participants to the development of the NWU LIS robots and include a physical tour of the Makerspace. Workshop 2:…, Programme: AIS 2023, 3r d IFLA IT Section Artificial Intelligence Symposium (AIS) 2023 North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa, 5-7 September 2023 PDF Programme Speakers Booklet Special Issue: South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science (SAJLIS) Day 1 4 September, Monday 10:30 Registration 11:00-12:30 Workshop 1: Developing robotics for the…, Theme, The central conference theme is Artificial Intelligence in Teaching, Learning, and Research: Promoting Digital Access to Information through Automation. The subthemes are as follows: 1. Artificial intelligence Robotics Process Automation Humanoid Robots for libraries Natural Language Processing Speech processing (Text-speech solutions) Machine…, Abstracts and Submissions, We invite papers for the 2023 Artificial Intelligence Symposium: 3rd IFLA Symposium on Artificial Intelligence. North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa. Please submit your abstracts using this Google Form . For more information, contact: Ms. Neli Tshabalala (NWU: Director Shared Services) at neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Mr. Lizwi Njani (…, Partnerships and stakeholders, IFLA IT Section participation IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) promotes libraries as vital institutions that enhance people's lives through equitable access to knowledge and information. Innovation and the principles of freedom of access to information through the indiscriminate use of technology and…, Committees, Committee Leaders Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala Neli Tshabalala: Director of Shared Services Ms. Neli Tshabalala is the Director: Shared Library and Information Services at North-West University (NWU), a Ph.D. candidate at the University of South Africa, where she examines resource allocation in academic libraries as an essential determinant of…, Registration Fees and Steps *** Registration Closed ***, Early bird registration: 9 June - 19 August 2023 Online registration: 20 August - 29 August 2023 Registration Fees Note: The registration fee includes the workshops but does not include the cocktail function, gala dinner, or excursion. Category Fee (Rands) Early Bird Registration Early Bird - Local Registration ZAR 4200.00 Early Bird - …, Venue, Directions and Shuttle Services, Venue and Directions The conference will be presented in a hybrid format, with virtual and in-person presentations. Physical venue: The Feather Hill , Potchefstroom, South Africa Address: The Feather Hill, Dagbreek Landgoed, Ext. 1133, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa Guest parking is available. Maps and directions GPS Coordinates 26º39´36.1"S …, Recommended Accommodation, The Feather Hill Email: reservations@thefeatherhill.co.za Telephone: +27(0)66 429 9996 Oudrift Riverside Lodge (3.5 km from the conference venue) Standard Room: B&B - R895.00 PP Standard Room: B&B and Dinner - R1174.00 PP info@oudrift.co.za Telephone: +27 (0)82 441 2370 or +27 (0)18 297 4939 Adato Guest House (7.5 km from the conference…, Functions and Excursions, Cocktail Function: Tuesday, 5 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 18:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Smart Casual Gala Dinner: Wednesday, 6 September Attendance fee ZAR 600 per person Time: 19:00 Venue: Feather Hill Hotel Dress code: Vintage or Traditional Attire Cash bar available Excursions Note: The excursion is…, Exhibitors, ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris ExLibris At Ex Libris, we believe in the value of education and research. Our mission is to allow academic institutions to create, manage, and share knowledge. With better tools, our customers achieve their goals and further academic initiatives. Ex Libris Esploro WWIS WWIS WWIS - Worldwide Information Services WWIS…, Contact Information, Neli Tshabalala NWU: Library and Information Service, Director Shared Services Organising Committee neli.tshabalala@nwu.ac.za Dr. Edmund Balnaves IFLA Divisional Chair - Director Prosentient Systems, Australia ebalnaves@prosentient.com.au May Chang Mentor IT Section and Committee Member AI SIG - Library Chief Technology Officer, University of…, Sponsors, AI Sponsors #AISymposium #DigAI2023http://law.nwu.ac.za/postgraduate-studies/structured-llm-environmental-law-and-governance
Structured LLM in Environmental Law and Governance
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Student Leadership Summit 2026
With a view to empowering and equipping NWU student leaders with the relevant information and skills, the Student Life Department is hosting a NWU Student Leadership Summit onThursday, September 24, 2026, 14:30 - 22:00 (student delegates only)Friday, September 25, 2026, 9:00 - 17:00 (all student delegates and distinguished guests) Through the…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nwu/womens-month-2023
Women's Month 2023
Our women’s greatness starts here and soars around the globe. Welcome to North-West University (NWU) Women’s Month Campaign! Join us as we celebrate and honour the extraordinary women at the heart of our university who embody greatness, break barriers, and inspire change. With our theme #seeHERgreatness, we invite you to witness the…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/speakers
Speakers
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NSFAS-2022 - Cloned
Previous announcements [accordion collapsed] Prospective first-year students to take note of NSFAS arrangements 26 January 2022 All NSFAS approved prospective first-year students should kindly take note that even though you would have been informed by NSFAS that your application was successful, the NWU is still awaiting the…http://www.nwu.ac.za/nsfas-2022