The University offers several postgraduate programmes across all four schools.
Dimpho Kotoane is the only Honours student among the Master’s and PhD candidates in this year’s South African group, now in Dubna for a programme that runs until 10 October. Dimpho Kotoane, a Physics Honours student at Sol Plaatje University Read More …
Ms Bongiwe Nqobile Mabhena, has excelled; her team secured first place at the Wetskills South Africa programme held from 12 to 24 July 2026. The Wetskills programme is a prestigious innovation workshop focused on addressing critical water challenges. Originally from Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Faculty of Education hosted a Postgraduate Indaba on 19 May 2026 to strengthen postgraduate supervision capacity and support the Faculty’s growing research pipeline. The session focused on practical approaches to Honours and Master’s supervision, including supervision Read More …
Sol Plaatje University invites applications for the following Postdoctoral Research Fellowship opportunities. The fellowships are aimed at supporting early-career scholars and advancing research excellence within the University. Available opportunities: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Interprofessional Education, Leadership and Health Professions EducationOffered Read More …
SPU’s Research Office seeks applications for two exciting and dynamic postdoctoral research fellowships for 2026-2027. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship opportunities are available in the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Research (RaSER) Centre (PDRF/01/2026). Postdoctoral fellows form an integral part of SPU’s research activities and contribute significantly to the University’s Read More …
Sol Plaatje University invites eligible students to apply for the Postgraduate Merit Award bursary for the 2026 academic year. This bursary provides financial support to full time Postgraduate Diploma, Honours and Master’s students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and are Read More …
Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is celebrating a notable academic achievement in the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences. Dimitria Maurition van Wyk, a BSc Honours student in Physical Science (Chemistry), has been awarded Best Young Water Scientist (Poster Category) at Read More …
SPU proudly celebrates another Master’s student who has been awarded the prestigious Abe Bailey Travel Bursary, one of South Africa’s most distinguished opportunities for young leaders. The bursary recognises university students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance, leadership and a deep Read More …
We are excited to invite all SPU’s Faculty of Education graduates to the 2nd Annual Alumni Homecoming on Saturday, 11 October 2025 at the SPU Great Hall, North Campus from 10:00 – 18:00. The SPU Alumni Homecoming promises to be Read More …
Groundbreaking research on water and sustainability by three Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Master’s students has earned them a place at the Next Generation Digital Action Summit in Denmark. At this international gathering, young leaders from around the globe will collaborate Read More …