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Researchers and academics can collaborate with Ms Babalwa Sishuta on topics including environmental sustainability, biodiversity control, biopiracy, and resource rights in the context of social justice.
- Who it is for:
- academics and researchers in environmental sociology and development studies
- How to act on it:
- Reach out to Ms Babalwa Sishuta via email to propose collaboration or discuss joint projects.
Postgraduate students can seek supervision from Ms Babalwa Sishuta in areas such as rural development, land reform, agrarian studies, environmental issues, and higher education teaching and learning.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students in development studies and related fields
- How to act on it:
- Contact Ms Babalwa Sishuta via email to discuss supervision availability and requirements.
Academics and institutions may engage with Ms Babalwa Sishuta’s research on academic support systems and postgraduate supervision in higher education for insights and potential application.
- Who it is for:
- higher education institutions and academic staff involved in student support
- How to act on it:
- Review her publications and contact her via email for further information.
You can renew your borrowed library items such as books and DVDs up to three times. Renewals can be done by emailing the library, calling the library, or visiting the Circulation Desk with your student or staff card. Note that 48-hour loans cannot be renewed online and must be returned in person.
- Who it is for:
- students and staff members of Rhodes University
- How to act on it:
- Email [email protected], call 046 603 8463, or present a student/staff card at the Circulation Desk
A doctoral degree in Biological Sciences offered through Rhodes University’s Department of Zoology and Entomology. This programme focuses on original research and develops advanced skills in research, analysis, and problem-solving, preparing graduates for careers in academia, government, conservation, biotechnology, and environmental consulting.
- Who it is for:
- individuals with a relevant master’s degree seeking a research-based doctorate
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the Postgrad Gateway at Rhodes University
A research-based doctoral programme in Zoology that enables candidates to make original contributions to knowledge in areas such as biodiversity, evolution, ecology, conservation, and animal biology. It provides expertise in a specialised field and serves as a foundation for academic and professional leadership in science.
- Who it is for:
- researchers and scientists interested in zoological disciplines
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the Postgrad Gateway at Rhodes University
Postgraduate students at Rhodes University can use the Postgraduate Commons, a dedicated study space with 28 high-end computer workstations, wireless internet, and access to productivity and course-specific software. It is located on Level 0 of the Library building and is staffed by postgraduate student assistants during library opening hours.
- Who it is for:
- Rhodes University postgraduate students registered for Honours, Masters, and PhD degrees
- How to act on it:
- Enter the Library building via the Library Quad and proceed to Level 0 to access the Postgraduate Commons
Open educational resources will be developed for academic developers on current topics of interest in the field. This project is part of a broader effort to grow the capacity of the professional development community.
- Who it is for:
- academic developers, university teachers, higher education professionals
- How to act on it:
- Participation is through involvement in the cross-institutional collaborative research project led by CHERTL.
Rhodes University collaborates with various higher education institutions and funders on initiatives aimed at improving teaching and learning, including short courses, workshops, and academic induction programmes.
- Who it is for:
- higher education institutions in South Africa, academic staff, postgraduate scholars
- How to act on it:
- Collaboration is facilitated through formal partnerships with HEIs and funders such as ESRC, Erasmus, and HELTASA.
A symposium on postgraduate diplomas in higher education will be led by CHERTL on behalf of HELTASA's Professional Development Special Interest Group. This initiative aims to advance knowledge and professional development in this area.
- Who it is for:
- academic developers, researchers, postgraduate scholars and supervisors
- How to act on it:
- Participation is through involvement in the cross-institutional collaborative research project led by CHERTL.
Post-doctoral researchers must apply for an endorsed visitor's visa at their nearest South African Mission. This visa allows stays longer than 3 months and requires a confirmed acceptance letter from Rhodes University stating both start and end dates of the research period.
- Who it is for:
- post-doctoral researchers accepted by Rhodes University
- How to act on it:
- Submit an acceptance letter from Rhodes University (with start and end dates) to the nearest South African Mission (Consulate or Embassy) to apply for an endorsed visitor's visa.
Researchers and teaching staff at Rhodes University must obtain ethics approval before conducting any research or teaching involving animals, including invertebrates. Applications must be submitted electronically via the ERAS system to the Rhodes University Animal Research Ethics Committee (RU-AREC).
- Who it is for:
- researchers, teaching staff, and students at Rhodes University conducting animal-based research or teaching
- How to act on it:
- Complete the electronic form on the ERAS system and submit it to RU-AREC for review