Wits GOLD (Graduate Online Learning and Development) is an online enrichment programme designed to support postgraduate students and staff with essential academic, research, and professional development skills.
Ulwazi Plus is an integrated online learning platform that supports Wits GOLD by providing a structured learning experience, tracking student progress, and offering AI-driven course recommendations.
Both platforms are available to all Wits postgraduate students (Honours, Master’s, and PhD) and staff members.
No, it is an enrichment programme designed to complement postgraduate studies with flexible learning options.
No, Wits GOLD is strictly online, and all course materials, discussions, and tracking tools are accessible through Ulwazi Plus.
The programme is divided into Parts 1 to 3, each focusing on different aspects of postgraduate education, such as:
– Research methods and ethics
– Academic writing and publishing
– Data analysis and visualization
– Grant writing and funding applications
– Career development and leadership
No, all courses are elective, and students can select those that align with their academic and professional needs.
Ulwazi Plus serves as the learning management system (LMS) for Wits GOLD, providing:
– A dashboard to track course progress and milestones
– AI-driven course recommendations tailored to individual learning paths
– Discussion forums for student engagement
– Supervisor and faculty contact tools
Yes, students and staff can enrol in multiple courses, but it is advised to manage workload effectively.
Yes, participants receive certificates upon completing specific courses and meeting engagement requirements.
Registration details are provided through the Wits postgraduate portal, where students and staff can sign up for available courses.
No, Wits GOLD and Ulwazi Plus are free for all eligible participants.
Since the programme is online, all sessions are recorded, and participants can access them later through Ulwazi Plus.
Ulwazi Plus provides real-time tracking of coursework, research milestones, and professional development progress.
The platform displays completion percentages, grades, and upcoming deadlines for coursework and dissertation tasks.
Yes, Ulwazi Plus includes moderated discussion rooms and forums for engagement with peers, instructors, and supervisors.
Ulwazi Plus analyses your enrolled courses, academic progress, and research interests to suggest the most relevant courses and professional development opportunities.
Recommendations are dynamic and update as you progress.
Ulwazi Plus updates recommendations automatically based on your evolving research interests and completed coursework.
Yes, students can personalize their Ulwazi Plus dashboard to prioritize specific courses, milestones, and alerts.
Ulwazi Plus is available through the Wits postgraduate portal, with login credentials provided upon enrolment.
No, but Ulwazi Plus is mobile-friendly and can be accessed via smartphones and tablets.
Contact the Wits IT Helpdesk or the Ulwazi Plus support team for technical assistance.
Yes, Ulwazi Plus will sync with Canvas and other learning management systems to fetch student progress data.
Yes, Ulwazi Plus includes an appointment scheduling feature that integrates with Zoom and MS Teams.
Certain resources and professional development tools may remain available to alumni, but access to structured courses may be limited.
Yes, the platform includes milestone tracking for key academic and professional development stages, such as:
– Protocol approval
– Ethics clearance
– Data collection
– Publications and conference presentations
– Thesis submission and defence
Yes, Ulwazi Plus features cohort-level milestone tracking, allowing students to see how their progress compares to their peers.
Yes, Wits GOLD continuously updates its course offerings based on postgraduate training needs, with Ulwazi Plus integrating these updates.
