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Private game reserves within an hour’s drive of Makhanda offer day visit packages, including opportunities to see Africa’s Big Five and experience unique biodiversity in the Eastern Cape.
- Who it is for:
- conference delegates and tourists
- How to act on it:
- Book a visit through a local tour operator or directly with the game reserves listed.
Unspoiled beaches of the Eastern Cape are within an hour’s drive during summer vacations, and golf options include the Grahamstown Golf Club, Bushman Sands Golf Course in Alicedale, and Royal Port Alfred Golf Club.
- Who it is for:
- conference delegates and tourists
- How to act on it:
- Travel to the nearby beaches or golf courses during leisure time; bookings may be made directly.
The Department of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies at Rhodes University hosts regular seminars and events covering topics such as syntactic analysis, psycholinguistics, early literacy in Southern-Bantu languages, and normalization grammar. These events are open to students, researchers, academics, and members of the public interested in language and communication studies.
- Who it is for:
- students of linguistics, postgraduate researchers, academic staff, professionals in language studies, members of the public interested in language research
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event in person or online, as indicated by the event details on the page. No registration is required.
The Centre for Postgraduate Study offers a range of workshops, seminars, and short courses designed to support postgraduate student development beyond supervision and departmental support.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Enrol through the Centre for Postgraduate Study's resources section on the Postgraduate Gateway website.
An annual conference for postgraduate students to present research, network, and engage with peers and academics across disciplines.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Participate by submitting abstracts or attending sessions through the Postgraduate Gateway website.
A comprehensive guide providing detailed information about postgraduate study at Rhodes University, including registration, examination, administration, and supervision policies. It is recommended that students read it and discuss it with their supervisors.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students and supervisors
- How to act on it:
- Access the guide via the provided link on the Postgraduate Studies page.
Structured writing events and peer-led writing groups are available to help postgraduate students improve their academic writing and maintain productivity.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Register through the Centre for Postgraduate Study’s offerings on the Postgraduate Gateway website.
Process for obtaining ethical approval for research involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students conducting research
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application through the ethics clearance system managed by the university.
Rhodes University offers postgraduate programmes supported by expert supervision and access to research opportunities. Students can benefit from a range of resources including workshops, seminars, writing retreats, and collaborative projects through the Centre for Postgraduate Study.
- Who it is for:
- students pursuing higher degrees
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Postgraduate Gateway website and review the Higher Degrees Guide for information on available programmes and application processes.
Information and opportunities related to financial support for postgraduate study at Rhodes University, including grants and scholarships.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Explore funding options via the Postgraduate Gateway website and contact the relevant office for applications.
Opportunities for postgraduate students to engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives under the guidance of experienced researchers.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the Centre for Postgraduate Study’s project listings on the Postgraduate Gateway website.
The NGSSA Fellowship is offered to postgraduate students who are engaged in research relevant to the goals of the National Graduate Students' Association (NGSSA). This opportunity provides financial support for research activities.
- Who it is for:
- postgraduate students involved in research aligned with NGSSA's objectives
- How to act on it:
- Contact Rhodes University through the provided contact details to inquire about eligibility and application procedures.