Faculties News
Prof Lebo Seru has big dreams for nanotechnology
There is nothing small about Prof Lebogang Katata-Seru’s ideas. She is currently working at North-West University’s (NWU’s) campus in Mahikeng as an associate professor in analytical chemistry and director for the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences. She believes that many of the country’s challenges can be solved through nanotechnology.…
Researcher sees opportunities, not obstacles
There is a general way of thinking among most hopeful undergraduate students that should the traditional way of paying for tertiary education not be available to them, they are left without the possibility of perusing an exciting career.
An inspiring young academic from the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Health Sciences…
Board game helps accounting students make the leap to the workplace
Curiosity stimulates the brain, making board games the ideal learning tool. Accounting students will soon discover this when playing a new board game designed especially for them.
Creative approaches to teaching and learning are increasingly being used throughout higher education and beyond. One of the trend setters in what is known as table-…
Board game helps accounting students make the leap to the workplace
Curiosity stimulates the brain, making board games the ideal learning tool. Accounting students will soon discover this when playing a new board game designed especially for them.
Creative approaches to teaching and learning are increasingly being used throughout higher education and beyond. One of the trend setters in what is known as table-…
Success of Treasury’s latest growth plan hinges on practical implementation and collaboration
“The success of the National Treasury’s latest growth plan will hinge on the practical implementation and collaboration with key stakeholders.”
This is according to Prof Raymond Parsons, a well-known economist and academic from the North-West University (NWU) Business School.
He says the Treasury's 77-page growth plan, now…
NWU offers new master’s degree in higher education
The Faculty of Education at the North-West University (NWU) has a brand new master’s degree on offer.
The structured master’s degree in higher education studies offers an opportunity to further the profile of individuals in teaching and learning in the higher education environment.
Prof Johan Botha, programme manager of MEd…
NWU visionary is one of Top 100 Young Mandelas
“Sometimes, it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that generation. Let your greatness blossom.” This is what former South African President Nelson Mandela said, and perfectly describes 32-year old visionary and North West University (NWU) PhD student Fortunate Mafeta Phaka.
Fortunate was named one of the Top 100 Young…
Degrees should be more than mere licences to hope
Michelle Groenewald is an academic on a mission to make an impact. As an economics lecturer at the North-West University (NWU), she believes that curriculum reform should be a leadership priority for all role-players in higher education.
During the recent NWU Leadership Summit, Michelle joined several other high-profile speakers from…
NWU researchers pinpoint growth factors for female entrepreneurs
Gone are the days that entrepreneurship was viewed as for men only. Recent years have seen a rise in the number of female entrepreneurs, indicating the realisation that women are a major source of economic growth.
Despite the popular allure of entrepreneurs having the freedom to set their own hours, tackle projects that interest them and…
NWU partners with Eureka School for special sports day
The 2019 rendition of the Eureka School’s Special Sports Day for high-support learners will see the North-West University (NWU) and the Vanderbijlpark community join forces to ensure a fun-filled day for all the young participants.
This year the NWU will take part in the initiative for the second time, and staff members from the Faculty of…