4 UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG MESSAGE FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL As you embark on this next chapter, you are faced with the difficult but important decision of where you will study and what you will choose to study. As you carefully weigh your options, I assure you that the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is one of the most vibrant and pulsating universities in South Africa. Although UJ is a relatively young institution in the South African higher education landscape, we have soared to heights untold in recent years. Our history is rich and represents a long legacy. In recent years, our deliberate positioning in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and our emergence as a pan-African institution have charted this path. Additionally, we have placed an emphasis on research that addresses the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and contributes to policy development. Our learning revolution, now, is one defined by our societal impact in this endeavour. Our goal is not only to impart knowledge but also to empower individuals to contribute meaningfully to society. We are a dynamic University, actively shaping the future around us. our students a competitive edge. Our Senior Year Experience Programme will boost you towards your final year, graduation and beyond. At every tier, UJ is committed to contributing to your holistic development. Alongside an enjoyable, safe, supportive and intellectually stimulating environment, we provide opportunities for you to expand your network. You will be able to grow networks that will sustain you throughout your life. Our close and sustained relationship with our alumni demonstrates our shared commitment to UJ’s vision. Our impact on our own community and beyond our doors has grown in strength and force. We are cultivating a university that truly serves as a catalyst for societal advancement. As a result, UJ graduates are leaving their mark on our country, continent and internationally. At UJ, we ensure that you emerge from our institution as an individual actively and deliberately contributing to a better future. If your goal is to make a lasting impact on society and demonstrate innovation and resilience, this is the right choice. Best of luck with this important decision! The opportunities and vistas that can be explored at UJ are limitless and we hope to welcome you here next year. This is your future, reimagined! Prof Letlhokwa Mpedi Vice-Chancellor and Principal We are committed to your academic and intellectual development with a focus on preparing you for the future. The world around us is rapidly changing and so too are the requirements for success. At UJ, we arm you with the skills and ability to participate and thrive in the 4IR. More so, we do this with an emphasis on societal impact and sustainability. This is grounded in the belief that universities are not only centres of learning but are also powerful agents for change within their communities and beyond. At UJ, you will encounter the finest academic minds from diverse backgrounds, spanning across the world, who will contribute to your academic success. There are a wide selection of cutting-edge programmes spanning seven faculties and one college. UJ has adopted a technology-rich approach to teaching and learning. As a result, UJ’s global stature and academic robustness are recognised by the most prestigious global higher education ranking systems in the world. In recent years, UJ has emerged as a competitive player, not only in South Africa but also on the continent, and has risen significantly in these rankings. UJ has demonstrably excelled in teaching, learning, research, and carving our footprint in recent years. We have done so as an academic community. Our priority is maximising your student experience. The transition to University can seem daunting but UJ has systems and structures in place to ensure that this is a seamless process. For example, UJ’s First Year Experience Programme provides support and development opportunities, while robust academic and tutor support programmes ensure a seamless journey during your university studies. We offer dynamic first-year courses, ranging from African Experiences to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to an introduction to the SDGs, aimed at giving
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