College of Graduate Studies
Ethiopian postgraduate students proudly walk the stage at vibrant Unisa graduation ceremony
At a ceremony held in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, 62 graduates received postgraduate qualifications. In attendance at this special event were, among others, the Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, the South African Deputy Minister: Higher Education and Training, and the Ethiopian Director-General: Higher Education Academic Affairs. 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
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
Unisa renews commitment to capacity building in Ethiopia
During a recent graduation ceremony at Unisa's Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre, the university and the Ethiopian government renewed their memorandum of agreement for an additional five years. Unisa envisions the centre to become a hub for the Eastern African region. Read more
Unisa students ignite tomorrow's solutions
Students from Unisa's colleges showcased their groundbreaking and future-driven inventions at the inaugural 12th Research and Innovation Festival, demonstrating the university's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. Read more
Unisa alumni empowered to strengthen postgraduate education
Unisa alumni have answered the call to give back to their alma mater, undergoing comprehensive supervisory training to become mentors and guides for postgraduate students. Discover how this initiative shapes the future of education at Unisa and fosters a strong bond between the university and its accomplished alumni community. Read more
Unisa @ 150: Minister Pandor leads a truly Pan-African celebration in Ethiopia
Speaking with passion, enthusiasm and conviction at Unisa’s 150th anniversary celebration in Addis Ababa, SA's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, the Honourable Dr Naledi Pandor, said that the intellectual capital the university has developed across Africa will play a leading role in bringing about the kinds of changes the continent requires. Read more
Postgraduate student capacity-building interventions
The College of Graduate Studies recently held the third master’s and doctoral regional roadshows to address capacity development interventions tailored to the needs of postgraduate students. Three more roadshows are coming up to a region near you. Read more
Unisa promotes academic integrity
Unisa promotes academic integrity and remains committed to educating its students on the importance of honest and moral behaviour in an academic setting. Furthermore, Unisa has zero tolerance for any form of dishonesty or cheating activity related to assessments and exams. Read more
UNESCO chair receives advanced science equipment
The UNESCO UNISA Africa Chair in Nanosciences & Nanotechnology (U2ACN2) received X-ray photo electron spectroscopy (XPS) equipment in 2022, which was donated by Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), Canada. Read more