2023 UP PhD Commonwealth Scholarship

Posted on June 29, 2022

The University of Pretoria is a research intensive university. Hence, it is seeking candidates for doctoral studies who will make significant contributions to its research endeavour. As part of South Africa's contribution to the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan, the University of...

#UPGraduation2022: ‘I used every coin I earned as a car guard to pay for my studies’ – UP PhD candidate and lecturer on his road to academic success

Posted on May 09, 2022

Asylum seeker Fabrice Kapya arrived in SA with a goal in mind: to further his studies. So began his journey from car guard to PhD candidate and assistant lecturer in UP’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering.

Department of IE Teaching Model

Posted on February 10, 2022

Dear students, In EBIT, under lockdown level 1, all departments will follow a hybrid approach when classes starts. "A hybrid approach is a combination of pre-recorded material, live online-sessions and/or contact sessions. The format of the contact sessions can differ from presenting lecture...

2021 IE Projects Evening Webinar

Posted on December 08, 2021

On Thursday, 25 November 2021, the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering held its second Projects Evening Webinar. This prestigious event showcases some of the best final-year projects of 2021.

2021 IE Prize Giving

Posted on September 20, 2021

On Thursday, 9 September 2021, the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering hosted their annual Industrial Engineering prize giving function online via the Microsoft Teams platform. This event is a celebration of the academic achievements of the top three first-, second- and third-year...

Sumarié (Meintjes) Koetsier

Posted on July 26, 2021

With deep regret, the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering announce the passing of Mrs Sumarié Koetsier (née Meintjes). Sumarié was both a loved colleague and exemplary alumni, receiving her Honours and Masters degrees here, both with distinction.

#UPYouthMonth: ‘Youth represents possibility – we have so much to offer and impart to the world’ – Kory Shukrani Potgieter, EnactusUP Chairperson

Posted on June 24, 2021

“The youth of 1976 realised their power, potential and purpose; we need to continue to be strong and courageous.” – Kory Shukrani Potgieter, entrepreneur and EnactusUP Chairperson on Youth Month.

Mobility Inequality: Taking small business but deliberate steps – inaugural address of Prof Johan W Joubert

Posted on June 24, 2021

Congratulations to Prof Johan W. Joubert, Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, who delivered his inaugural address virtually on 14 June 2021. The title was Mobility Inequality: Taking Small Business but Deliberate Steps.