News & Events

Extensive support for postgraduate students

Unisa’s School of Interdisciplinary Research and Graduate Studies hosts research training workshops to support postgraduate students’ preparedness for their academic and research journey. Read more

Student satisfaction in ODeL examined

A recent webinar hosted by the Department of Leadership and Transformation aimed at assessing the prevailing conceptualisation and understanding of the notion of student satisfaction within the context of the higher-education sector, and specifically in an open distance and e-Learning institution. Read more

New book by Unisa alumna unlocks the secrets to success

While success might mean different things to different people, advocate Liza Tsatsi's book aims to teach people about success and how to achieve it against all odds. Read more

Unisa’s ground-breaking Online Accelerated Postgraduate Support Programme commences fourth cycle

Now in its fourth iteration, this programme from the College of Graduate Studies seeks to accelerate the progress of Unisa’s postgraduate student cohort, by offering them an array of online resources, training and support. Read more

Unisa hosts successful Open Day in Zimbabwe

Unisa recently held an Open Day in Zimbabwe in an effort to expand the university's footprint in Africa. 78-year-old alumnus Godfrey Mutsago attended to share how the university has impacted his community.Read more

Students assisted in dealing with anxiety and depression

The Unisa Regional Student Representative Council in the Greater Johannesburg Region hosted students at a mental health awareness day, also featuring recreational activities. Read more

CHE commends Unisa for good practice and significant growth

The Council on Higher Education institutional audit report on Unisa found that the university's plans and contributions as an ODeL institution are ground-breaking and different from other South African public tertiary education institutions. It further commends Unisa for recording significant growth in its core functions and overall good practice.Read more

Adding gold to titanium dental implants to keep patients smiling longer

Ayesha Osman, a Unisa PhD candidate and the 2023 FameLab SA heat winner, is on a research venture to add gold and copper to currently used titanium to form an antibacterial material that can be used for dental implants. Read more

Cheers to 150 years and many more years of impact

Following the university’s 150th birthday celebration, Unisans spoke to eConnect to share their experiences about the day. Read more