School of Geosciences - University of Witwatersrand

Aug 16

Today, we’re spotlighting our curator and geocommunicator, Robyn Symons, who has a Master of Science in Science Communication and Public Engagement with merit from the University of Edinburgh. Robyn, who is currently a fellow of the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin through the German-South African Publ...Read more

Today, we’re spotlighting our curator and geocommunicator, Robyn Symons, who has a Master of Science in Science Communication and Public Engagement with merit from the University of Edinburgh. Robyn, who is currently a fellow of the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin through the German-South African Public Engagement Exchange programme, worked on a dissertation by practical observation focusing on exhibition design in mobile and temporary displays, as well as effectivity from science education and public engagement. “It’s been a lovely experience working with an international class of sci-comm practitioners, each with different backgrounds and experiences. I learned as much from my cohort as from the course, and I continue to strive to see all their techniques in practice in South Africa,” she says. We are happy to see Robyn continue making great strides in her career, and we appreciate her contribution to the school. #WitsForGood #Wits #WitsGeosciences

Aug 11

📢 Geotalk – Thursday, 14 August Join us for a seminar by Christopher Harris presenting: “A Thesis in the Cape Fold Belt” 📅 Date: Thursday, 14 August 🕓 Time: 16h00 📍 Venue: G101, Wits Geosciences 💻 Zoom Meeting ID: 971 6840 3738 Come explore the geology and stories of one of South Africa’s mos...Read more

📢 Geotalk – Thursday, 14 August Join us for a seminar by Christopher Harris presenting: “A Thesis in the Cape Fold Belt” 📅 Date: Thursday, 14 August 🕓 Time: 16h00 📍 Venue: G101, Wits Geosciences 💻 Zoom Meeting ID: 971 6840 3738 Come explore the geology and stories of one of South Africa’s most iconic mountain belts. #Geotalks #WitsGeosciences #CapeFoldBelt

Aug 10

📢 We’re hiring! Wits Geosciences is looking for a Specialist in Geophysical Research and Computational Instrumentation (Lecturer-level position) to join our team. We’re seeking someone with: ✔️ A PhD in Geophysics, Geosciences, or Electrical Engineering ✔️ Hands-on experience with seismic, EM, and...Read more

📢 We’re hiring! Wits Geosciences is looking for a Specialist in Geophysical Research and Computational Instrumentation (Lecturer-level position) to join our team. We’re seeking someone with: ✔️ A PhD in Geophysics, Geosciences, or Electrical Engineering ✔️ Hands-on experience with seismic, EM, and potential field instrumentation ✔️ Skills in signal processing, Python, MATLAB, GIS, SEG-Y, and geodatabases ✔️ A collaborative mindset and an active research profile If you’re passionate about field-based geophysics, instrumentation, and student training — this is your opportunity to shape the future of earth sciences in Africa. 🗓️ Applications close: 13 October 2025 Apply here: https://www.wits.ac.za/vacancies/

Aug 9

BUGEMET WORKSHOP - READING THE ROCKS Join us for a unique 2-day workshop exploring the Bushveld Complex — one of the world’s most significant layered mafic intrusions and a treasure trove of platinum, chromite, and vanadium deposits. 🔍 Led by Prof. Rais Latypov, this workshop includes: 📍 Field tr...Read more

BUGEMET WORKSHOP - READING THE ROCKS Join us for a unique 2-day workshop exploring the Bushveld Complex — one of the world’s most significant layered mafic intrusions and a treasure trove of platinum, chromite, and vanadium deposits. 🔍 Led by Prof. Rais Latypov, this workshop includes: 📍 Field trip (28 August) to the Dwars River and Magnet Heights localities 📍 Indoor sessions (29 August) at the Protea Ranch Hotel, Polokwane Participants will gain hands-on insight into magmatic ore deposits, guided by textural, structural, and geochemical clues. 📆 Dates: 28–29 August 2025 💸 Cost: • R1 000 (BUGEMET-affiliated delegates) • R1 500 (other delegates) ✅ 16 GSSA CPD points ✅ 2 SACNASP points 📌 Register now via the QR code! #BUGEMET #ReadingTheRocks #BushveldComplex #GeoscienceWorkshop #PlatinumGroupElements #Vanadium #Chromite #CPD #FieldGeology #WitsGeosciences #MineralDeposits

Aug 8

Today, we’re spotlighting one of our staff members, Lungelwa Ndevu. Lungelwa received a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Marketing from MANCOSA in a ceremony held in July 2024. “My BCom Honours in Marketing project focused on exploring customer experience within the School of Geosciences at ...Read more

Today, we’re spotlighting one of our staff members, Lungelwa Ndevu. Lungelwa received a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Marketing from MANCOSA in a ceremony held in July 2024. “My BCom Honours in Marketing project focused on exploring customer experience within the School of Geosciences at the University of the Witwatersrand, with particular attention to how students perceive service quality and administrative support in an academic environment. “I am currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration, which is broadening my understanding of strategic management, leadership and organisational performance. I hope to use this combination of marketing insight and business acumen to contribute to higher education strategy, service excellence and stakeholder engagement in academic or corporate settings,” says Lungwelwa. We are excited about her future contributions to our team and wish her all the best in her MBA studies.