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2024-01-25 The CSR being an NWU centre of excellence reflects the quality of the research done for about 60 years. We provide world-class training in the following fields: Heliospheric physics: understanding the physics of the mechanisms of the transport…http://news.nwu.ac.za/universities-must-do-more-accommodate-risks
Universities must do more to accommodate risks
2017-03-08 In what is being described as required reading for all South African university vice-chancellors and risk managers – especially in light of increasing intimidation and violent disruptions of lectures, seminars, talks by scholars, Senate and Council meetings…http://news.nwu.ac.za/cyberattacks-likely-increase-connectivity-grows
Cyberattacks likely to increase as connectivity grows
2022-04-06 Cyberattacks are occurring thick and fast as the world becomes more connected and the rewards greater. According to a North-West University (NWU) academic, the possible rewards for cyberattackers will continue to increase, as more aspects of our everyday…http://news.nwu.ac.za/what-product-cues-influence-consumers-perceived-value-pork-meat
What product cues influence consumers' perceived value of pork meat?
2024-11-07 The consumption of pork meat products is increasing due to its affordability, versatility and high protein content. A North-West University (NWU) research project from the Consumer Sciences subject group in the School of Applied Health Sciences, is…http://news.nwu.ac.za/gamification-boosts-loyalty-south-african-fashion-retail
Gamification boosts loyalty in South African fashion retail
2024-11-07 South Africa’s fashion retail industry is witnessing a shift as gamification emerges as a potent tool for improving customer loyalty, retention and brand recall. In an increasingly competitive digital environment, retailers are turning to gamified…http://news.nwu.ac.za/inaugural-lecture-explores-relationship-between-media-power-and-society
Inaugural lecture explores the relationship between media, power and society
2024-11-15 Prof Dumisani Moyo, executive dean of the Faculty of Humanities at the North-West University (NWU), delivered his inaugural address on Wednesday, 13 November 2024. The title of his presentation was “Moving the Centre of Media and Communicative Power in the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-revolutionise-agriculture-through-its-ask-prof-initiative
NWU to revolutionise agriculture through its Ask-a-Prof initiative
2025-04-16 When smallholder farmers face agricultural challenges, who can they turn to for advice? The new Ask-a-Prof initiative of the North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, in collaboration with the Zen Raseto Joint Venture, is…http://news.nwu.ac.za/reimagining-higher-education-through-cross-faculty-collaboration
Reimagining higher education through cross-faculty collaboration
2025-07-16 Higher education, that sprawling landscape of lecture halls, research labs and late-night study sessions, is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. The Covid-19 pandemic shattered the status quo, pushing universities to rethink the way they engage…http://news.nwu.ac.za/optentia-launches-two-short-courses
Optentia launches two short courses
2023-08-21 Mentoring adds value at many levels for mentees, mentors and supervisors and can benefit all parties involved. Developing this relationship helps the parties to learn new things, build their networks, and grow as professionals. To ensure success in the…http://news.nwu.ac.za/prof-bernard-matolino-deliver-public-lecture-gnu-and-african-polity-insights
Prof Bernard Matolino to deliver public lecture on the GNU and African polity insights
2024-08-19 The North-West University’s (NWU’s) Faculty of Humanities, in collaboration with the School of Philosophy, will be hosting a public lecture by Prof Bernard Matolino from the University of Pretoria on 6 September 2024. The title of his lecture is “…http://news.nwu.ac.za/nwu-students-stood-solidarity-against-gbvf-honouring-purple-silence
NWU students stood in solidarity against GBVF honouring Purple Silence
2025-11-26 On Friday, 21 November, South African women silenced the nation in a powerful stand against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Across the country, purple settled over campuses and streets alike—a quiet but unyielding promise that every story of fear,…http://www.nwu.ac.za/date/international-mother-language-day-celebration-mahikeng-campus
International Mother Language Day Celebration: Mahikeng Campus
2025-02-26 You are cordially invited to the International Mother- Laguage Celebration. Students enrolled in Setswana modules at Mahikeng Campus will take part in various activities, including indoor events such as oral presentations and outdoor activities…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/telit-sa/gamification-and-artefact-development
Gamification and Artefact development
2026-04-21 Gamification and Artefact development, Reimagining education through gamification and innovative learning artefacts, Advancing technology-enhanced learning and innovation at NWU, Vanderbijlpark Campus. As a representative of TELIT-SA, Veruschka plays a key role in promoting innovative, research-driven educational practices. Her focus includes serious game development,…, Serious Games, Interactive games designed with a clear educational purpose beyond entertainment. × Serious Games Serious games Serious games combine storytelling, challenges, and rewards with structured learning outcomes. They foster engagement, critical thinking, and…, Simulation, Realistic and risk-free environments that replicate real-world systems or processes. × Simulation Simulations Simulations immerse learners in authentic contexts where they can practice decision making, test theories, and see outcomes unfold without real-world…, Educational Tools, Resources that support learning, creativity, and the application of knowledge. × Educational Tools Educational tools Educational tools include digital platforms, interactive modules, and teaching aids that complement traditional instruction. They enhance…, Creative Education & Pedagogy, Innovative teaching approaches that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. × Creative Education & Pedagogy Creativ education and pedagogy Creative pedagogy emphasises teaching methods that go beyond rote learning, encouraging…http://news.nwu.ac.za/prof-liandi-van-den-berg-redefining-student-assessment-ai-driven-world
Prof Liandi van den Berg is redefining student assessment in an AI-driven world
2026-04-09 At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping higher education, Prof. Liandi van den Berg is helping lead the way in rethinking how universities assess student learning. Her work, recently featured in the Digital Education Council (DEC) Best…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/human-metabolomics
Welcome to the Centre for Human Metabolomics (CHM)
2025-08-31 CHM is dedicated to providing the healthcare sector with innovative, cutting-edge analytical services We are driven by our passion for innovation and our commitment to providing the best possible service to our clients. Our state-of-the-art technology…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/eppei-specialisation-centre-emissions-control/emissions-quantification
Emissions Quantification
2021-08-06 The focus here is on monitoring and quantifying existing emissions from Eskom power stations in terms of greenhouse gases and pollutants. Also of importance is to understand the atmosphere into which emissions are released, the impact of emissions on air…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/scs/short-courses
Statistics Short Courses
2025-11-14 The subject group Statistics from the North-West University offers several accredited short courses in Statistics. Short courses consist of both a theoretical and a practical component. The practical component is performed in statistical computer packages…http://library.nwu.ac.za/google-scholar-search
Google Scholar Search
2026-04-21 Google Scholar Search Google Scholar Search Tip: Use Google Scholar with our LibKey Tools [ Video ], Google Scholar Settings, [accordion collapsed], How to get full-text articles in Google Scholar, Look for the " NWU " link next to each result. Use that link to get the full text via the Libraries' subscriptions. Full text articles on Google Scholar Search, What to do if the full-text article link does not show?, If the link does not appear next to any results, please configure your Google Scholar account . You can also link your Google account to the NWU. The "NWU" links will then appear even if you don't start your search from the current web page. How to configure…, Need more help?, Contact your Librarian for help with Google Scholar. [/accordion]http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/iea-task-30-workshop-2025/additional-activities
Additional Activities
2025-11-07 A range of leisure and adventure activities are available at and around the 26° South Hotel for those who wish to extend their stay or explore the area in their free time. These include: Game drives and quad biking within the Cradle Moon Conservancy…http://humanities.nwu.ac.za/music/wind-ensemble