College of Graduate Studies
Unisa welcomes new Ethiopian postgraduates and hosts experience-sharing session
The university's Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre proudly welcomed 94 doctoral and four master's candidates and conducted a series of impactful events designed to equip its newest cohort with the tools, strategies and inspiration needed for postgraduate success. Read more
Developing agile graduates for the changing world of work
Speaking during the College of Graduate Studies’ session at Unisa’s Research and Innovation Week, Prof William Amos Pallangyo, Rector and CEO of the Tanzania Institute of Accountancy, highlighted the importance of developing agile, future-ready graduates equipped with practical skills, adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking. Read more
From silos to synergy: strengthening research through catalytic niche areas
With 40 sessions planned for this year, the College of Graduate Studies' 2026 Catalytic Niche Area programme is continuing to shift the university's research culture from isolated disciplinary work toward meaningful synergies. Read more
Unisa alumni step forward to strengthen postgraduate supervision
What happens when alumni return, not as students but as supervisors? A story of commitment, mentorship and giving back is unfolding at Unisa. Read more
A 1970s vision for global equality remains relevant
A recent lecture hosted by the DSI/NRF SARChI Chair in Social Policy in Unisa's College of Graduate Studies revisited the New International Economic Order, adopted by the United Nations in 1974 to create a fairer global economic system for the Global South. Read more
How AI is reshaping postgraduate supervision
Research by two Unisans shows that artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how students learn, write and conduct research, and postgraduate supervision is no exception. Read more
Unisa celebrates twelfth graduation ceremony in Ethiopia
Marking a significant milestone in African academic collaboration, the university recently hosted a joyful graduation ceremony at its Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre in Addis Ababa. Read more
Showcasing postgraduate research and innovation with global impact
Held on 18 November, master's and doctoral students rose to the challenge at the 2025 Unisa Research and Innovation Postgraduate Student Showcase Competition, which was aligned with the university's 10 catalytic niche areas. Read more
Unisa celebrates postgraduate and catalytic niche area excellence
The university's College of Graduate Studies recently celebrated a proud milestone in postgraduate education and research at the 7th Annual International Public Health Conference hosted by the African Institute of Public Health Professionals. Read more
Unisa's doctoral candidates take the national stage
Doctoral candidates Precious Letsoalo and Grace Magama proudly represented Unisa at the national Three-Minute Thesis Competition, recently held at the University of the Free State. Read more