The NWU officially came into being on 1 January 2004 as part of the South African government’s plan to transform higher education. The former University of North-West merged with the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education. A third party was the Sebokeng Campus of another mainly black university, Vista, whose staff and students were incorporated.
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Career Centre - While we strive to stay engaged locally, it is our purpose to remain relevant nationally and be recognised internationally in everything we do. The Career Centre adds value by offering continuous support in the production of quality graduates. This is accomplished by closing the gap between students and other role players, as well as by opening doors in various professional industries.
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Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsThe health centre is a primary healthcare unit that provides essential healthcare services to students and staff of and visitors to the NWU.
It is a very good school that offers all resources. Good lecturers. What didn't work was the online learning we started with last year.
I've learned independence
It was an amazing experience at the University