Posted on May 13, 2025
University of Pretoria (UP) graduate Maikeleng Ledimo will be graduating in May with a master’s in Nursing Science (Research). Her research focuses on the importance of accurately completing the J88 form – a medico-legal document used to record the findings of a medical examination in...
Posted on May 12, 2025
A University of Pretoria (UP) theology graduate has made a significant contribution to the field of correctional dynamics with her research on the complex relationships between correctional officials and inmates. In her study, Fredolene Manganye, who graduated with a master’s degree from...
Posted on May 09, 2025
PRETORIA – The University of Pretoria (UP) has awarded one of South Africa’s most distinguished science leaders, Dr Khotso Mokhele, an honorary doctorate in recognition of his extraordinary intellectual and leadership contributions to science, higher education and innovation in South...
Posted on May 05, 2025
PRETORIA – The University of Pretoria (UP) is set to confer an honorary Doctorate in Commerce on Terence Nombembe, a chartered accountant and leader in the public and private sector who served as Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) from 2006 to 2013. He was also the first black South...
Posted on September 27, 2024
“Obtaining my PhD in Business Management from the University of Pretoria (UP) has played a pivotal role in shaping both my academic and professional journey,” says Dr Hangwani Ravhudzulo, who recently graduated during this year’s spring graduation ceremonies. “The rigorous...
Posted on September 23, 2024
“They didn’t think it would be possible for me to finish a degree,” says UP PhD student Zak Claassen, who put to rest any doubts of his success as a blind student, having obtained multiple degrees cum laude.
Posted on September 23, 2024
Dr Johnstone Makhubu, Deputy Commissioner for taxpayer engagement and operations at the South African Revenue Service (SARS), recently obtained a PhD in Leadership from the Albert Luthuli Leadership Institute at the University of Pretoria (UP).
Posted on September 17, 2024
Dr Candice Hendricks, paediatric haematologist & UP PhD graduate, is advancing cellular & molecular medicine. Her journey from clinician to scientist is dedicated to improving access to life-saving stem cell transplants for children:
Posted on September 11, 2024
Prof Jane Knight, a leading global scholar in the field of international higher education, research and innovation, has received an honorary doctorate from UP.
Posted on September 10, 2024
Congrats to Nina Parry, who’s just graduated from UP for an incredible fourth time! This time she received her PhD for research focused on developing rearing methods for black soldier flies in start-up bioconversion facilities
Posted on September 10, 2024
#UPGraduation2024: UP's fully online programmes continue to make education more accessible, with a record 400 UPOnline graduates receiving their qualifications during UP’s recent Spring Graduation ceremonies.
Posted on September 09, 2024
Six years ago Tshinangi Fabrice Kapya was working as a car guard at a Pretoria mall. Today he’s a lecturer at the University of Pretoria, and a new PhD graduate.
Posted on September 09, 2024
This was the observation of Karin Blignault, a passionate horse rider, author and occupational therapist from Cape Town, who is among the proud graduates at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Spring Graduation ceremonies. Earning her master’s degree in occupational therapy at the age...
Posted on September 09, 2024
Kotze's impact on UP and its students will be remembered for years to come. Her innovative teaching methods, boundless enthusiasm and deep empathy have left an enduring legacy. The posthumous award of her PhD is a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to education and the...
Posted on September 06, 2024
At a time when most people are considering retirement, Peet Bloem (66) made the bold decision to pursue his lifelong calling of becoming a minister. After a distinguished 36-year career at Sasol, Bloem took the leap and enrolled at the University of Pretoria (UP) to study theology full-time.
Posted on September 06, 2024
Celeste Fourie discovered she had a brain tumour while studying for a master’s degree in meteorology at the University of Pretoria (UP) in 2022. “I was overcome with joy and tremendous relief,” she says. “With all the challenges, I was happy to reach the finish line. But...
Posted on September 06, 2024
Building a life together as newlyweds is already a challenge for most. Add to that studying for a doctorate, and it takes ‘couple goals’ to a new level. But for Jean-Pierre Stander (28) and René Stander (27), who both graduated with PhDs in Mathematical Statistics at the University...
Posted on September 05, 2024
NO MOUNTAIN TOO HIGH: Meet new UP PhD graduate Dr Hanri Kriel, who shares her story of living with Miller syndrome and overcoming the challenges that came with hearing loss.
Posted on September 04, 2024
The University of Pretoria has awarded one of South Africa’s most celebrated Afrikaans poets, Professor Antjie Krog, an honorary doctorate in recognition of her contributions to literature, language and social justice.
Posted on September 04, 2024
A major driver of the climate crisis is the global culture of consumerism and the consequent increase in household waste. It is this issue that sparked the research conducted by recent Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing Management graduate and UP lecturer Dr Euodia Botha
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