College of Graduate Studies
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
Unisa PhD graduate rises with dignity, and proudly lives with equity
As Unisa celebrates inclusion and equality for all its students and staff during Disability Rights Awareness Month, the journey of Dr La-Portia Mahlangu-Matjila is a testament to the power of resilience, determination and unwavering support. Read more
Decolonising innovation: indigenous wisdom as a catalyst for African solutions
Unisa's 6th Indigenous Epistemologies Seminar Series, hosted by the College of Graduate Studies, successfully facilitated continental dialogue on the role of indigenous knowledge systems in shaping African futures. Read more