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  • Virtual reality in action: A game-changing approach to UPOnline programmes

    Posted on February 04, 2025

    Dr Mari van Wyk, Senior Learning Designer at Comprehensive Online Education Services (COES), is passionate about turning online learning into an engaging and meaningful experience. Combining her enthusiasm for gamification and interactive learning, she is spearheading the use of FrameVR within...

  • UP-hosted Fully Online Distance Education Symposium explores AI and the future of learning

    Posted on October 22, 2024

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for teaching and learning were the main topics of discussion at the fourth annual Fully Online Distance Education Symposium (FODES) hosted by the University of Pretoria (UP).

  • #UPGraduation2024: UP’s fully online programmes celebrate record number of graduates

    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.

  • Empowering Education: Lindeni Hlatshwayo's journey in online learning

    Posted on August 23, 2024

    Meet Lindeni Hlatshwayo, Junior Learning Designer at Comprehensive Online Education Services, whose dedication and expertise are essential to the success of our UPOnline programmes.

  • Excellence at UPOnline: Get to know our educators

    Posted on August 16, 2024

    At the core of UPOnline’s success is a team of dedicated educators. Among them, Louise Janse van Rensburg, a registered industrial psychologist since 2004, with a master’s degree in Human Resource Management, facilitates modules for the Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Public...

  • Women of UPOnline - Julia Mamabolo

    Posted on August 16, 2024

    As the Student Administration and Support Services Officer and call centre agent Julia Mamabolo, is students' and prospective students' first point of contact when they have questions or need assistance. Her role is crucial as it ensures students are heard, supported and well informed from their...

  • Women of UPOnline - Simla Bhawanipersad

    Posted on August 08, 2024

    This Women’s Month we are celebrating the women of UPOnline who contribute toward fully online learning excellence at the University of Pretoria. As the Senior Management Assistant at the Comprehensive Online Education Services (COES), Simla Bhawanipersad is the face and voice of COES. As...

  • The transformative power of sports: Building community and enhancing health through dedicated coaching

    Posted on July 31, 2024

    Sports build community and enhance health through dedicated coaching. Former Olympian LJ van Zyl from UP highlights the impact of trained coaches. Programmes like UP's Higher Certificate in Sports Sciences foster unity and promote healthier lifestyles.

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