1. WHAT IS RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)? RPL is “the comparison of previous learning and experience of a student, howsoever obtained, against the learning outcomes required for a specific qualification and the acceptance of such learning for purposes of qualification of that which meets the requirements” (SAQA Regulation 452, No. 18787, March 1998:5). […]
Important information For first time applicants, first complete the academic application process and use your student/reference number to complete the residence application as indicated below. Once you have been academically admitted at the University in January 2023 and your received a letter of confirmation of placement in residence, you will be required to pay a […]
In a transformative stride towards fostering inclusivity and recognising the contributions of a diverse array of individuals, Rhodes University’s Department of Zoology and Entomology recently renamed six of its rooms. The initiative, deeply rooted in the University’s commitment to foster inclusivity, acknowledges the rich tapestry of languages and cultures in the Rhodes University community. […]
The University of the Western Cape’s Department for Institutional Advancement scooped up two Marketing, Advancement, Communication in Education (MACE) excellence awards on Thursday night. The University hosted the two-day MACE conference and AGM this week on campus. The MACE excellence awards recognise outstanding performance among practitioners in marketing, advancement and communication in the higher […]
The Human Resources (HR) Department supports and facilitates the people framework of the University in achieving its goals as put forward in the Institutional Operating Plan (IOP). A key goal of the department is to attract, retain and develop talent, which will enable the University to execute its core mandate. We are committed to […]
Wits University scholars have secured funding as a network partner of the African Engineering and Technology Network (Afretec). The Afretec Member Inclusive Digital Transformation Research Grant of $300,000 US aims to support collaborative efforts in knowledge creation to network partners over three years. The current members of Afretec include Carnegie Mellon University Africa, Wits, […]
We can confirm that one of our students, charged with attempted murder in a gender-based violence incident, has been suspended from campus and all residences associated with the University of the Western Cape (UWC). An urgent Vice-Rector’s Tribunal was called this morning by the Office of the Proctor. The Deputy Vice Chancellor: Student Development […]
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) hosted an intimate event this week to celebrate the appointment of Professor Marion Keim by UNESCO as its Chair in Sport, Development, Peace and Olympic Education. This Chair is situated at UWC and is the first in sport on the African continent. In attendance at the event […]
Running since 2010 as skills training activity for UWC’s Biodiversity and Conservation Biology students, it exposes them to various monitoring techniques that they will need in their future studies, research and careers. With more interest from different faculties and the public over the years, it was opened up to include everyone interested in nature. […]
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) hosted Former President Kgalema Motlanthe this week to launch the Progressive Partnership in Pursuit of Social & Economic Development and Transformation in Africa. This collaborative event, held on November 15, marked the result of a joint effort between UWC’s Institute for Social Development (ISD) and the Institute for […]