North-West University

In South Africa, the North-West University (NWU) is a public research university with campuses in Potchefstroom, Mahikeng, and Vanderbijlpark. In 2004, the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education, which also had a branch in Vanderbijlpark, and the University of North-West (previously the University of Bophuthatswana) merged to establish the University of North-West. The North-West University became one of South Africa's largest universities after merging, with the country's third-largest student population (full-time and distance education). The university's headquarters are located on the Potchefstroom campus.

The NWU is dedicated to operating as a single, integrated, multi-campus institution that promotes equity, redress, and globally competitive teaching and research on all three campuses. In eight faculties, core activities such as teaching, learning, and research are linked with community engagement and innovation, with the majority serving both distance and contact students.

The NWU provides more than simply an education; it also provides people with a sense of belonging in the world. Academically, students have a lot of options and flexibility, which allows them to reach their full potential and begin planning for their future jobs. The university is a member of the global higher education community because of its engagement with other universities and institutes throughout the world. Student and staff interchange and cooperation in academic, scientific, cultural, and sporting areas are among their internationalization activities.

Established: 2004