UKZN's College of Health Sciences

29/05/2026

🧬🔬 Inspiring the next generation of scientists! 🌟

Listen to Tsengiwe from Wiggins Secondary Krisp

29/05/2026

🧬🔬 Inspiring the next generation of scientists! 🌟

Here's what Vusi from Chatsworth Secondary had to say about his time UKZN's College of Health Sciences Krisp

29/05/2026

🧬🔬 Inspiring the next generation of scientists! 🌟

One of the highlights of the day was a hands-on experiment where learners extracted DNA from strawberries using simple household ingredients! 🍓🧪👏

The activity brought science to life and demonstrated that discovery and innovation can begin with everyday materials.

29/05/2026

🧬🔬 Inspiring the next generation of scientists! 🌟

The KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform Krisp at the University of KwaZulu-Natal recently welcomed 30 Grade 11 learners through the IkamvaYouth outreach programme, giving them an exciting glimpse into the world of cutting-edge scientific research. 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬

The visit forms part of KRISP's NextGen-L Programme, which aims to inspire learners from under-resourced communities to explore opportunities in science, technology, innovation, and research. 🚀📚

This year marks the third year of KRISP's partnership with IkamvaYouth, continuing a shared commitment to empowering young people through education, mentorship, and career exposure. 🤝✨

We look forward to seeing these bright young minds become the scientists, researchers, and innovators of tomorrow! 🌍💡🔬

29/05/2026

NRF Postgrad FAQ Series 11/12 | Applicants must ensure that they understand their responsibilities concerning their application.

This includes reading ALL of the prescribed documents and ensuring that the application is complete, correct and received by the university within their internal deadline.

IMPORTANT: Applications submitted without supervisor support will be deemed ineligible.

Please also keep an eye on your email for any communication from your university’s NRF Designated Authorities.

Please consult the NRF’s funding call documents in detail before posting queries or attempting an application: https://www.nrf.ac.za/dsti-nrf-postgraduate-student-funding-for-the-2027-academic-year/

29/05/2026

28/05/2026

Hearty congratulations to Thumbi Ndung'u Programme Director on being elected to the International AIDS Society Governing Council for Africa. This well-deserved recognition reflects your leadership, dedication and unwavering commitment to advancing the response across the continent.

28/05/2026

A successful career information day was recently attended by schools in the Bluff and Wentworth area, the event hosted by Wentworth Hospital (KZN Department of Health), in partnership with Department of Social Development and UKZN's College of Health Sciences (CHS) 🩺🩻💊🧫🔬🧬🥼🧪💉

Team UKZN, comprising College Academic Services and Public Relations representatives, equipped the learners with the relevant information pertaining to timeous applications, and highlighted how highly competitive it is getting into the CHS’ world-class and highly sought-after degree programmes. For more information, kindly visit the College website: https://ww2.chs.ukzn.ac.za/ 🌐 💻📲

28/05/2026

A reminder that the call for collaborative grant applications closes mid June. There is still time to submit a winning proposal!
APPLY: https://bit.ly/SANTHEaward

28/05/2026

Ready to apply to UKZN but not sure where to start? 🎓

Join our online information session, “Step Into Your Future: How to Apply to UKZN with Confidence”, on Saturday, 30 May 2026 from 10h00 to 12h00 CAT via Microsoft Teams.

This session will guide prospective students, parents, teachers and career counsellors through the UKZN application process, including:
• Step-by-step online applications
• Choosing the right programme
• Required documents and application requirements
• CAO applications and important deadlines
• Funding and financial aid opportunities
• Advice from UKZN recruitment advisors

There will also be a live Q&A session where you can get answers directly from the experts.

Gain the confidence and knowledge you need to successfully prepare for university admission.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4dMoJmm

28/05/2026

Attention all UKZN's College of Health Sciences medical students 🩺

We have a date 🎯📸🎥



University of KwaZulu-Natal 🎓

Ithemba Foundation

Which medical campus has the most spirit in South Africa? 🏆🧦
We're giving away 10 x R1 000 cash prizes to healthcare students taking part in 2026 – one winner per participating campus, so your campus competes against itself. 📣
Whether you're at Wits, UCT, UP, Stellenbosch, or anywhere else, we want to see those socks on 5 June 2026.
HOW TO ENTER: 📸 Post your sock-selfie directly to the Ithemba Foundation page, or tag our Instagram page on 5 June 2026 📍 Name your campus in the caption 👍 Get your classmates to LIKE your photo and our pages. ✅ Follow so you don't miss the winner announcement.
The photo with the most likes from your campus wins. Simple as that. 🧦✨
Entries close 13 June 2026. Winners announced the following week.

Ts & Cs: Open to registered undergraduate healthcare students. One winner per participating campus. Judges' decision is final.