UFS Faculty of Education

Today is the final day of our Grade 9 intervention

These photos are from today's first session, when we met the learners, started the conversations and began what has become a really meaningful journey.

As we bring the programme to a close today, we are grateful for every learner who showed up, participated and allowed us to be part of their journey.

More memories are still to come.

And that wraps up today’s sessions of the Grade 9 Intervention.

It has been a full day of learning, participation, and meaningful engagement, with learners from different schools sharing the same space, taking part, and making the most of every opportunity.

These final photos capture just some of the moments from today’s last session.

We are not done yet. Tomorrow, we return to the Callie Human for the final day of the Grade 9 Intervention, and we look forward to another day of learning, connection, and growth.

Your choices matter. Your future starts here!

Grade 9 learners are gaining valuable guidance to help them understand their subject options and make informed choices that can shape their future studies and career pathways.

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰!

The Faculty of Education, in collaboration with Student Recruitment Services, is hosting the Grade 9 Subject Choice Event at Callie Human Centre.

The programme aims to help Grade 9 learners make informed subject choices that align with their interests, strengths, and future study and career opportunities.

Choose wisely. Dream boldly. Build your future!

𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗟𝗖𝗜𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗗 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

The SANRAL Chair Office in the Faculty of Education recently hosted the ILCIS Master’s and PhD Proposal Defence for 2026, providing postgraduate students with an important platform to present and refine their research proposals.

The session offered students valuable feedback and constructive insights from experienced researchers and academics, helping to strengthen their research designs, methodologies, and scholarly approaches as they prepare to embark on their research journeys.

The SANRAL Chair remains committed to advancing postgraduate research through scholarly engagement, mentorship, and the development of high-quality research that contributes meaningfully to education and society.

For the first time, two University of the Free State researchers have been selected for the prestigious Fulbright South African Researcher Programme in the same award cycle. This remarkable achievement reflects the University’s growing global research excellence and commitment to international collaboration. Congratulations to Prof WP Wahl and Zoleka Dikana on this outstanding accomplishment!

Read more: https://ufsweb.co/4xf6jma

Your future starts with the choices you make today 📌

Choosing the right subjects in Grade 9 can shape your career path for years to come. Join the University of the Free State’s Grade 9 Subject Choice Evening and gain valuable guidance from our academic experts on selecting subjects that align with your interests, strengths, and career aspirations.

Whether you’re a learner, parent, or educator, this is your opportunity to make informed decisions with confidence.

- 12 August 2026
- 17:00 for 18:00
📍 Callie Human Centre, University of the Free State Bloemfontein Campus

Bookings are essential to secure your place.

The right subjects today can open the right doors tomorrow. We look forward to welcoming you!

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲

The Teaching Practice Directorate on the Qwaqwa Campus successfully hosted its Annual Teaching Practice Evaluation Training Workshop on 24 July 2026, in preparation for the 2026 Teaching Practice Evaluation Cycle.

The workshop brought together teaching practice evaluators to strengthen their understanding of the evaluation criteria, expectations, and assessment processes that guide teaching practice. By promoting a shared and consistent approach to evaluation, the training ensures fair, reliable, and high-quality assessments for all student teachers.

This annual initiative reflects the Faculty of Education's ongoing commitment to excellence in teacher preparation by equipping evaluators with the knowledge and skills needed to support, assess, and mentor future educators effectively.

One of the programme's standout moments was the inspiring keynote address by Dr Barbara Roosken, a UFS affiliate and Managing Director of a University of Leuven (Belgium) spin-off.

In her thought-provoking presentation, "From Teaching to Training to Learning and the Impact on Performance," Dr Roosken challenged conventional approaches to teacher education, highlighting the shift towards meaningful learning experiences that enhance performance. She also underscored the transformative role of mentorship in preparing and supporting the next generation of educators.

Her insights left delegates inspired to rethink teaching practices and reaffirmed the importance of nurturing future teachers through continuous guidance, innovation, and collaboration.

The Teaching Practice Directorate on the Bloemfontein Campus successfully hosted its Annual Teaching Practice Evaluation Training Workshop on 24 July 2026, in preparation for the 2026 Teaching Practice Evaluation Cycle.

The workshop brought together evaluators to strengthen their understanding of the expectations, guidelines, and evaluation processes that underpin teaching practice assessments. By ensuring a shared approach to evaluation, the training promotes fair, consistent, and high-quality assessments, supporting the development of future educators.