Unemployment is a significant concern in South Africa and employability has become increasingly central to the role of higher education. Government expects graduate labor to boost the economy, and students have aspirations for a better future. However, access to the workplace is often...

The contemporary South African university faces persistent pressure to transform in order to contribute to regional and national development. However, change (or transformation) is likely to be characterised by multiple and competing ideologies which may undermine attempts to position the...

Students are seen as future decision makers and leaders of tomorrow. Therefore, this study addresses student perceptions of sustainable development. As universities are instrumental in educating future leaders and decision makers, it is imperative for universities to play a critical role in...

The third largest of South Africa’s nine provinces, the Free State suffers from unemployment, poverty and low skills. Only one-third of its working age adults are employed. 150 000 unemployed youth are outside of training and education. Centrally located and landlocked, the Free State lacks...