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OHHRI Research
.title-heading { display: none; } Overview of OHHRI research An overview of OHHRI research studies according to factors (stressors, chemical – purple; physical – grey; biological - pink) and legislation, policy and management (turquoise). AIAs – authorised inspection authorities; HBA – hazardous biological agent; HCAs – hazardous chemical…https://news.nwu.ac.za/puseletso-lesofe-honoured-prestigious-mail-guardian-award
Puseletso Lesofe honoured with prestigious Mail & Guardian award
The North-West University (NWU’s) Puseletso Lesofe, a medical biological scientist on the Potchefstroom Campus, was announced the winner in the STEMI category of the 2024 Mail & Guardian Power of Women Awards on 29 August. This specific award celebrates the accomplishments of women making significant contributions in the fields of science,…https://news.nwu.ac.za/ujeet-participate-leadership-event-further-welfare-sebokeng-community
Ujeet to participate in leadership event to further the welfare of the Sebokeng community
Ujeet Maharaj, prosecutor and head of Student Discipline at the North-West University’s (NWU’s), has been invited to attend a leadership event for local leaders in Sebokeng to enhance collaboration between the Ubuntu Clinic at Westside Park and other stakeholders in the community. The Ubuntu Clinic, managed by the non-profit organisation Ubuntu…https://news.nwu.ac.za/joining-forces-combat-gender-based-violence-and-femicide
Joining forces to combat gender-based violence and femicide
The North-West University (NWU), in collaboration with other stakeholders, recently signed up for the End GBVF 100-Day Challenges an initiative of the GBVF Collective, which aims to address gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) by involving various organisations and stakeholders in a structured and actionable approach. These stakeholders…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/compres/mhsc-research-psychology
MHSC in Research Psychology
About the Programme The purpose of the degree is to equip students, by means of exposing them to different philosophies and science views, which may be expressed in theories and hypotheses on human behaviour, so that they may be able to formulate and study relevant research questions in the different domains of Psychology and related…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-set-epic-varsity-football-final-showdown-against-uwc
NWU set for epic Varsity Football final showdown against UWC
The North-West University (NWU) is set to face the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in the Varsity Football final on 26 September at NWU Mahikeng Stadium. After an exciting season, the NWU will host its sixth and final game, marking the climax of their home campaign and setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion. Coach Nkululeko Khwezilomso…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/compres/phd-social-work
PhD in Social Work
About the Programme Doctor of Philosophy in in Social Work Qualification code: 8CE R01 Faculty specific rules and requirements of the programme: a) Admission to this programme/curriculum takes place after obtaining the master’s degree in social work on NQF level 9. b) Consideration will be given to the student’s previous academic performance…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/compres/phd-psychology
PHD in Psychology
About the Programme The curriculum composed in this programme is of an academic nature. The curriculum gives an opportunity for the development of specialised and advanced knowledge, applied skills, attitudes and values as researchers in Psychology, and prepares the student for postdoctoral study in Psychology. In the development of this…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/global-engagement
FHS Globalisation
The Faculty of Health Sciences is the leading Faculty at the NWU in globalisation. More than 110 collaborative agreements with 45 different institutions in 23 different countries have been signed. Explore our offerings related to Joint teaching and Learning activities as well as joint research and innovation opportunities. International…https://news.nwu.ac.za/uarm-celebrates-10-years-excellence
UARM celebrates 10 years of excellence
The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Centre for Applied Risk Management (UARM) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its master’s degree programme in behavioural risk work. The programme, initiated by associate professor Hermien Zaaiman and her team, has significantly influenced the professional landscape in Southern Africa over the past decade.…https://news.nwu.ac.za/celebrating-tourism-month-why-tourism-matters-economic-growth
Celebrating tourism month: Why tourism matters for economic growth
The North-West University (NWU) is celebrating Tourism Month, and when it comes to tourism experts in the country, the NWU’s research unit Tourism Research in Economics, Environs and Society (TREES) has distinguished itself as a leader in its field. In our ongoing series of articles, we take a closer look at what TREES are doing to promote…https://news.nwu.ac.za/mini-cricket-festival-showcases-young-talent
Mini-Cricket festival showcases young talent
The North-West University's (NWU’s) Sports Business Management Department recently hosted a Mini-Cricket festival as part of a community engagement initiative, aiming to promote youth participation in sports, particularly cricket, among primary school students in the Vaal Triangle region. The event took place at the NWU’s Vanderbijlpark Campus…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-and-innovation-hub-cultivate-future-entrepreneurs
NWU and The Innovation Hub cultivate future entrepreneurs
The Indigenous Knowledge Systems Centre (IKSC) at the North-West University (NWU) and The Innovation Hub Management Company, a subsidiary of the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency, recently organised a five-day CoachLab® workshop to empower third-year, fourth-year and postgraduate students in the IKSC. CoachLab® is a skills development…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-prepares-semi-final-clash-against-uj-varsity-netball
NWU prepares for semi-final clash against UJ in Varsity Netball
The North-West University (NWU) netball team is gearing up for a highly anticipated semi-final showdown against the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in the Varsity Netball tournament. The two teams previously faced off in round 5, where UJ secured a victory. Now, the NWU is determined to turn the tables and secure a spot in the final. Reflecting…https://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-honour-peter-monametsi-chiepe-during-upcoming-spring-graduations
NWU to honour Peter Monametsi Chiepe during the upcoming Spring graduations
The North-West University (NWU) is pleased to announce that an honorary doctorate will be conferred upon Peter Monametsi Chiepe, an esteemed earth scientist, social entrepreneur, distinguished businessman, and farmer from Botswana during its Spring graduation ceremony on Thursday, 3 October 2024. As a cattle breeding specialist and owner of…https://humanities.nwu.ac.za/af/music/masara-navorsingsentiteit
MASARA Navorsingsentiteit
MASARA (Musiekkuns in Suid-Afrika: Hulpbronne en Toepassings) is in November 2008 as ’n navorsingsnisarea gestig. Die fokus vir 2008–2012 was op geselekteerde musiekkuns van Suid-Afrika, met spesifieke verwysing na die Tswana-kultuur en ander plaaslikemusiek-kulture van Noordwes. Ná die Internasionale Music…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/numiq/apply-numiq-post-graduate-degree
Apply for NuMIQ post graduate degree
Application instructions Master’s application closes 30 September, PhD application closes 31 October How to apply for master's degree and doctoral studies Step 1: All documents must be certified by a commissioner of oaths, attorney and/or university official. If any of your qualifications were obtained at any non-South African…https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/af/numiq/doen-aansoek-n-numiq-nagraadse-kwalifikasie
Doen aansoek vir 'n NuMIQ nagraadse kwalifikasie
Keuringinstruksies Opstel oor 'n huidige gesondheidskwessie Aansoeke sluit 30 September 2021 vir 2022. Ondersteunende dokumente vir opstel Report Writing NWU Referencing guide Hoe om vir meestersgraad- en doktorale studie aansoek te doen Die toekenning…https://news.nwu.ac.za/empowering-women-leadership