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This mentoring programme provides structured support and guidance to early career academics at Rhodes University, helping them navigate academic work, build research capacity, and develop professionally.
- Who it is for:
- early career academics at Rhodes University
- How to act on it:
- Contact Dr Mandy Hlengwa to join or find out more about the programme
This programme supports new academics at Rhodes University by helping them understand their roles in teaching, research, and community engagement. It includes sessions on teaching practices, digital tools like RUconnected, campus tours, library access, and introductions to staff unions. The programme is open to all new academics and those new to teaching.
- Who it is for:
- new academics at Rhodes University, academics new to teaching
- How to act on it:
- Attend the programme in person at Rhodes University towards the end of January each year.
This postgraduate diploma is available for academics from Rhodes and other institutions, aimed at enhancing their expertise in higher education.
- Who it is for:
- academics from Rhodes and further afield
- How to act on it:
- Apply through CHERTL's offerings, subject to staff availability
This national initiative aims to support the recruitment, retention, and induction of young black academics into higher education.
- Who it is for:
- young black academics in higher education
- How to act on it:
- Participate in the national nGAP programme
This postgraduate diploma is specifically designed for academic developers to deepen their professional practice in staff development.
- Who it is for:
- academic developers
- How to act on it:
- Apply through CHERTL's offerings, subject to staff availability
This programme is designed for academics new to Rhodes University and is offered before the start of each academic year. It helps new staff acclimate to the university’s teaching and learning environment.
- Who it is for:
- academics new to Rhodes University
- How to act on it:
- Attend the programme before the start of each academic year
A book on academic staff development is available for purchase through African Sun Media Store, providing insights into transforming academic development practices.
- Who it is for:
- academics, educators, researchers
- How to act on it:
- Purchase the book from the online store
The public, students, staff, and researchers can access various branch libraries and affiliated institutes at Rhodes University. These include the Rhodes Main Library, Alastair Kerr Law Library, Cory Library and Archives, Sound Library, and the Teacher Resource Centre. Each offers specific resources, services, and facilities such as borrowing, research support, study spaces, digital materials, and subject guides.
- Who it is for:
- students, staff, researchers, educators, and members of the public
- How to act on it:
- Visit the respective branch library or institute in person or use online services via their websites
The library offers various facilities including a 24-hour study facility, group study areas, Research Commons, Postgraduate Commons, and a presentation room. These spaces are available for use by visitors who meet the access criteria.
- Who it is for:
- visitors to the Rhodes University Library
- How to act on it:
- Visit the library in person during opening hours and request access to the desired facility from library staff.
Visitors can access the Rhodes University Library facilities and resources. Access is granted based on user access categories and privileges, which are outlined in the library's visitor information. The library provides study spaces, computing resources, borrowing services, and research support.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public visiting the university campus
- How to act on it:
- Visit the library in person at the main campus in Makhanda (Grahamstown), or contact the library via phone or email for information about access procedures.
Visitors may use library computers, photocopiers, printers, scanners, and online databases. These resources are available to users with valid access privileges.
- Who it is for:
- visitors to the Rhodes University Library
- How to act on it:
- Visit the library in person and ask staff for assistance in accessing computing and printing services.
This programme is designed for lecturers and higher education practitioners across South Africa who wish to enhance their professional development in higher education. It offers a structured, part-time course over two years, including weekly block sessions and online engagement via RUconnected. The programme aims to develop reflexive practice, improve teaching and learning facilitation, and provide formal accreditation at level 8 on the HEQSF.
- Who it is for:
- lecturers from South African higher education institutions
- How to act on it:
- Register through the Faculty of Education at Rhodes University at the beginning of each year and attend all week-long block contact sessions. Complete readings, tasks, and participate in online discussion forums via RUconnected.