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This is an opportunity to attend a public event hosted by the University of the Western Cape, focused on promoting social innovation within higher education and its impact on society. The event will bring together academics, researchers, students, and practitioners to discuss strategies, share experiences, and explore collaborative approaches to societal challenges through innovation in education.
- Who it is for:
- academics, researchers, students, social innovators, public sector stakeholders, NGOs, policy makers
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event at the University of the Western Cape campus in September
Researchers, academics, postgraduate students, and university staff are invited to submit abstracts for presentation at the SANORD Conference. Submissions should reflect original research and scholarly work relevant to the conference theme.
- Who it is for:
- academics, researchers, postgraduate students, university staff, scholars in the SANORD region
- How to act on it:
- Submit abstract via the official application portal on the University of the Western Cape website
The University of the Western Cape will host an event to confer honorary doctorates and gold medals on distinguished individuals. This is a ceremonial recognition of outstanding contributions in academia, public service, or other fields.
- Who it is for:
- distinguished individuals, academics, public figures, and members of the university community
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event at the University of the Western Cape campus; no application required as it is a formal ceremony for selected honourees.
The University of the Western Cape offers a process for individuals to receive academic credit for knowledge and skills gained through work experience, informal learning, or other non-formal education. Applicants can apply to have their prior learning assessed and recognised towards a qualification.
- Who it is for:
- adult learners with relevant work or life experience seeking formal recognition
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the UWC Recognition of Prior Learning Unit via the official application process outlined on the website
The University of the Western Cape is offering financial assistance to eligible students for the 2023 academic year. This support is available to both current and prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate financial need. Applications are open to South African and international students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Who it is for:
- current and prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students from South Africa and abroad who need financial support
- How to act on it:
- Visit the official UWC website and apply through the financial aid section under Admission & Financial Aid
A single postdoctoral fellowship position is available in the Faculty of Law at the University of the Western Cape. The opportunity is open to qualified individuals who have recently completed their PhD in law and are seeking to further their research and academic development through a funded postdoctoral role.
- Who it is for:
- qualified postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in law
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the official application portal provided on the announcement page
This is a postgraduate qualification offered by the University of the Western Cape for individuals who have completed an undergraduate law degree or equivalent. It provides advanced study in public law, including constitutional law, administrative law, and governance.
- Who it is for:
- law graduates and professionals with relevant qualifications seeking advanced legal training
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's postgraduate admissions portal
The Emerging Leaders Programme 2023 is a leadership development opportunity offered by the University of the Western Cape. It is designed for current students, recent graduates, and young professionals who wish to enhance their leadership skills through structured training, mentorship, and practical experiences.
- Who it is for:
- current university students, recent graduates, young professionals in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Visit the official webpage and apply online through the provided link
The University of the Western Cape is inviting applications for the role of Rector and Vice-Chancellor, a senior leadership position responsible for guiding the strategic direction, academic excellence, and institutional governance of the university.
- Who it is for:
- qualified academics and higher education leaders with experience in university management
- How to act on it:
- Visit the official announcement page and follow the application instructions provided there
A video episode produced by the University of the Western Cape, available for viewing online. It features content related to university life, events, or announcements.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, UWC students, staff, alumni, and prospective applicants
- How to act on it:
- Visit the UWC website and navigate to the announcement page to watch the episode
The University of the Western Cape has released its first episode of UWC on Air, a new platform for sharing university news, events, and stories. The debut episode is available to view online.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, UWC students, UWC staff, UWC alumni, prospective applicants
- How to act on it:
- Visit the UWC website and navigate to the announcement page to watch the video
The University of the Western Cape is inviting current undergraduate students to apply for a peer facilitator role. This opportunity involves supporting fellow students through mentorship, leadership, and engagement in campus life initiatives.
- Who it is for:
- current undergraduate students
- How to act on it:
- Visit the official announcement page and follow the application instructions provided there