College of Graduate Studies

Reclaiming African feminism: Unveiling new perspectives

Diving into vibrant discussions at the Unisa CNA Research Symposium, scholars and practitioners explored the evolving definitions of Feminism, Womanist and Bosadi Theorisations. Read more

The role of HE in leveraging AI: Insights from an expert panel

Speaking at Unisa's recent Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium. experts discussed how higher education institutions can effectively leverage artificial intelligence to enhance educational outcomes, research and institutional development. Read more

Finding the balance between inclusivity and academic performance in HE

In the competitive landscape of higher education, do our support systems promote genuine inclusivity or simply reinforce a survival-of-the-fittest mentality? This was one of the topics under discussion at Unisa’s recent Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium. Read more

Unisa's CNA Research Symposium delves into natural sciences for human advancement

Pushing the boundaries of biotechnology to create innovative solutions that benefit both human health and the environment was under the spotlight during a session of Unisa's recent Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Research Symposium. Read more

Exploring the future of the automotive sector: Insights from Unisa's CNA Research Symposium

From electric vehicles to global economic impacts, the Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium highlighted how technological advancements and sustainable practices are driving the future of automotive innovation. Read more

Day two of CNA Research Symposium focuses on aviation, aeronautics and strategic funding

The discussions of the second day of Unisa's Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium, comprising top national and international experts, focused on developments in aviation and aeronautics, and seed funding opportunities. Read more

Experts discuss Unisa's research niche areas at high-level symposium

Having commenced on 14 August, the universitys two-day Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Research Symposium brings together top national and international experts to discuss and develop ideas for the conceptualisation of highly specialised fields of research. Read more

Unisa Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium seeks to demystify misconceptions about expectations and research in the CNAs

A globally renowned scholar in 4IR will share his views during the inaugural Catalytic Niche Area (CNA) Symposium from 14 to 15 August at the Muckleneuk Campus. The CNAs are a strategic Unisa priority, but the implementation and take-up have been slower than expected. Read more

Societal impact under the microscope at Unisa's Research and Innovation Week

At the opening of its annual week-long celebration of the world-class, Africa-centred work emanating from its colleges, the university underscored its commitment to bridging the gap between science and society through a wide range of research and innovation initiatives. Read more

New directions in social policy and alternative economies: Lessons from and for developing countries

"Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development makes it very clear that we have to move away from business as usual in terms of production and consumption," stated Dr Ilcheong Yi of the United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) in a thought-provoking keynote address at the fourth Social Policy in Africa conference. Read more