01-First Year Orientation Guide NMMU-2014-web

Orientation Guide
First Year
2014
NMMU CAMPUSES
South Campus North Campus Second Avenue Campus Missionvale Campus Bird Street Campus
IMPORTANT!
The way forward Read this guide before you arrive on campus to have an idea of what to expect. Contact us If you are unsure about anything, do not hesitate to contact us: Tel: : +27 41 504 3222 E-mail: shereene.knipp@nmmu.ac.za OR Call NMMU Contact Centre on +27 41 504 1111 or see: Useful contact details @ NMMU in this guide Please note: Registration information can be found in the Registration Guide. Join us on the How2 Facebook page
Contents
General guide to NMMU........................... 4
Message from the orientation team...................... 4 Message from the Vice-Chancellor........................ 5 Glossary of university jargon................................. 6 NMMU in brief..................................................... 7 Faculty administration information....................... 8 Faculty of Arts.................................................... 28 Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences.......... 37 Faculty of Education........................................... 47 Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment & Information Technology.............. 50 Faculty of Health Sciences.................................. 65 Faculty of Law.................................................... 78 Faculty of Science...............................................80
Orientation at a glance.............................. 9
Description of events........................................... 11 Important information for computer modules..............................................15
Useful contact details @ NMMU.......... 87 List of societies at NMMU.......................90 Troubleshooting guide..............................91 How to thrive in 1st year........................... 93
What the students say........................................ 94
Caring for you..............................................16

Accommodation.................................................16 Arts and Culture.................................................. 17 Campus Health Service........................................ 17 Contact Centre.................................................... 17 Financial Aid.......................................................18 Graduate Placement and Cooperative Education........................................18 HIV and Aids Unit................................................19 Library and Information Services..........................19 Oce for International Education....................... 20 Peer Helping..................................................... 20 Postal Services....................................................21 Sexual harassment.............................................21 Sport................................................................ 22 Student Counselling, Career and Development Centre.......................................... 23 Student Governance and Development............... 23 Beyond the Classroom........................................ 24 University Shop.................................................. 24 Students with disabilities.................................... 24 Supplemental Instruction................................... 25 Writing Centre................................................... 25
Unocial guide to NMMU...................... 95 On the go (transport)......................................... 95 Eating in, eating out (food)................................ 96 Show me the money.......................................... 96 Show me entertainment.................................... 96 Show me shops................................................. 97 Show me health care......................................... 97 Social media guidelines...................................... 98 Safety and security............................................. 99 Plan your personal orientation programme....... 100 Finding your way around....................... 101
Maps of NMMU campuses................................ 101 South Campus.................................................. 101 North Campus..................................................102 Second Avenue Campus....................................103 Missionvale Campus..........................................104 Inter-campus....................................................105
Faculty Orientation Programmes......... 26 Faculties at NMMU............................................. 26 Welcoming ceremony and Faculty meet and greet.................................................. 27
General guide to NMMU

Message from the how2@nmmu orientation team
Dear new Madibaz Welcome to Nelson University (NMMU)! Mandela Metropolitan
Coming to university for the rst time is often an exciting, life-changing experience. However, it can also be challenging and stressful. The transition often involves major changes, like leaving friends and family for the rst time, coming to grips with a new course and independent study, to new ways of doing things and to new expectations. It is normal to experience some diculties while adjusting to your new life at university. Our goal is to get you o to a good start in adjusting successfully to the demands of higher education. We have spent a great deal of time preparing for your arrival. The orientation programme for rstyears is called How2@nmmu: how2 do things at NMMU, how2 succeed at university, and so on. We have academic, wellness, career, social, cultural and sports events planned for you, some to help you understand how you can study and learn in a university setting, and some just to have fun and meet new people. This is an important kick-o for you and it is compulsory to attend all academic orientation events, some of the wellness events and the Byways to Highways (Societies Expo). Your How2 orientation leader (How2 buddy), a senior student doing the same course as you, will guide you through a programme of academic orientation prepared by the Student Counselling department. You will meet your lecturers and fellow students who will be studying the same course. The buddies will be easily identiable by their blue T-shirts and are ready and willing to answer any
Shereene questions you may have. It is our aim to ensure that you have a positive experience during your orientation. The programme is only the start of activities designed to assist you in adjusting successfully to university. Your How2 orientation leader will buddy you for the rst term to support you in the challenges you may face along the way. Attending orientation will give you a head start in meeting new friends and sta and familiarising yourself with what is expected of you. Studies have shown that students who attend orientation adjust with far greater ease and have a better chance of success. If you miss orientation you will be at a distinct disadvantage! See you there! Warm regards Shereene Knipp E-mail: shereene.knipp@nmmu.ac.za Tel: 041 - 504 3222
Message from the Vice-Chancellor

Welcome to Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU). On behalf of all our sta and students, it gives me great pleasure to invite you to become part of the university community. By registering at NMMU, you are joining the ranks of one of South Africas most vibrant, exciting and creative higher education institutions. At NMMU, we place great premium on excellence, innovation and service to the public to promote a more equal, fairer and democratic social order in South Africa, the wider African continent and world. The core purpose of a university is knowledge production and its use to make a dierence in society. We want our students and our scholars to use this knowledge for the promotion of public good, social justice, equality and dignity in a world that has become increasingly unequal and fragmented. Globalisation, massive and ongoing changes in science and technology have created vast new opportunities for human progress, but it has also been accompanied by growing levels of inequality across the world today. We hope our students will use the opportunity of studying at our university to acquire the richest possible educational experience - that is technically rigorous and socially compassionate to create a world in which the fruits of these changes can be brought to the benet of all citizens in our respective countries. At NMMU, we promote and celebrate original thinking, critical reection and the search for ideas that can change the world for the better of all its inhabitants. We hope you will take full advantage of this unique opportunity in your life to rise to the best that lies within you. NMMU oers a rich and diverse spectrum of academic programmes organised into seven faculties spread across our six campuses in Port Elizabeth and George. Here, you will nd some of the best and most dedicated sta members who will be more than willing to assist and guide you in your journey from rst to nal years of study. Our aim is to foster a student-centred learning experience and we encourage you to make full use of the many experiences at NMMU. Naturally, your primary mission is to study with the purpose of fullling all the requirements for
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conferring a qualication at the end of your period of study. Towards this end, the university oers a wide range of learning resources modern library facilities, online computer networks with vast data-bases, enrichment and remedial support programmes, student counselling services, tutoring and advisory services. We would encourage you to make full use of these services, ensuring you having optimal support in pursuit of your academic responsibilities. At the same time, your life as a student also extends beyond the classroom context, and university life seeks to assist you in developing all dimensions of human life, including sports, recreational, cultural and aesthetic interests. There are many clubs and societies, as well as the Student Representative Council (SRC) and aliated organisations, and we strongly encourage you to participate in these bodies with the view of developing and stimulating all your faculties. Above all, enjoy the adventure ahead, making the best of it, and I sincerely hope to see you some day at Graduation. All the very best! Professor Derrick Swartz Vice-Chancellor
Glossary
Getting to grips with university jargon As you start university, so you will be confronted with a whole new vocabulary words like semester, DP and VC. To make things easier, we have compiled a glossary of terms to help you understand what is happening around you. For a more comprehensive list please go to Information and Tools on the student portal. APS BA BCom BSc BTech Credit Dean Admission Point Score - points allocated to your school subjects for admission to tertiary institutions. Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Commerce degree. Bachelor of Science degree. Bachelor of Technology degree. The recognition obtained when a student passes examinations or tests to comply with conditions needed for completion of a qualication. Head of a faculty. Duly performed certicate some academic departments have minimum requirements for course work and class marks, before you are allowed to write the exam. If you have achieved these minimum requirements, you get a DP usually indicated on a class list posted on a notice board before exams start. Deputy Vice-Chancellor - those who are second in charge. NMMU has three of them. A collection of schools and departments focusing on similar elds of study e.g. Faculty of Science. Assists with registration, cancellation of modules. Head of Department in charge of a specic academic department. Masters degree in Business Administration. A self-contained unit of learning that forms part of the course. National Student Financial Aid Scheme, a loan scheme to enable students to borrow money for their studies. A period that gives newcomers an opportunity to familiarise themselves with their new university. What you become when you complete your degree. Responsible for student administration and institutional governance. Recognition of Prior Learning, the acknowledgement of the knowledge a student possesses as a result of prior learning. The body that governs academic policies and procedures in respect of teaching, learning, research and academic functions. First half of the academic year. Student Representative Council. If you are doing your rst degree, diploma or certicate. Vice-Chancellor, the highest managerial position of a tertiary institution.
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DVC Faculty Faculty administrator HOD MBA Module NSFAS Orientation Postgraduate Registrar RPL Senate Semester SRC Undergraduate VC
NMMU in brief
NMMU, a new generation university whose students are nicknamed Madibaz, is named after the metropole which bears the name of one of the greatest men of the modern era, Nelson Mandela, popularly known as Madiba. Wed like to think we share many of the former presidents greatest attributes integrity, honesty, leadership and a zeal for developing our great multicultural nation.
Our vision
To be a dynamic African university, recognised for its leadership in generating cutting-edge knowledge for a sustainable future.
You are one of over 26 000 students spread across six campuses, ve of which are in Port Elizabeth and the other in George. We have seven faculties, tip-top facilities and oer a lifestyle that is the envy of many.
Our mission
To oer a diverse range of quality educational opportunities that will make a critical and constructive contribution to regional, national and global sustainability.
Reasons to be proud
We pride ourselves in: Being the only South African university situated in a nature reserve Having internationally-recognised quality programmes Oering academic support programmes along with free personal, career and academic assessment Having renowned partnerships with local, national and international companies and other universities Being multicultural. 9% of our student body come from outside South Africa Producing graduates who are sought-after the world over
Our values
Respect for diversity Excellence Ubuntu Integrity Respect for the natural environment Taking responsibility Our enthusiasm at NMMU lies in laying the groundwork for life-long learning, by providing you with a rst-class education. NMMU wants to help you reach your full potential and assist you in making your dreams and aspirations become a reality.
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Faculty administration information

Faculty/Position ARTS Dean Manager: Faculty Admin Faculty Administrator Faculty Administrator Faculty Administrator Faculty Administrator BUSINESS & ECONOMIC SCIENCES Dean Faculty Administrator: Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, Internal Auditing Faculty Administrator: HR, Management & Economics Faculty Administrator: Inventory Management, Logistics, Marketing & Tourism Faculty Administrators: BCom Name Prof V Notshulwana Drucilla Blaauw Nadeema Azem Vacant Mandie Muller Noxolo Mngonyama Prof Niekie Doring Adanaan Smith Denistia Gert Fundiswa Ngubu Mandisa Mazinyo Sandiswa Maswana Juliet Kakembo Tammy Bulembu Campus Venue South South South South South South Building 1301 Embizweni - Room 056 Embizweni - Room 055 Embizweni - Room 057 Embizweni - Room 057 Embizweni - Room 054 Tel 2187 3252 2802 3478 4608 2855 3892 3804 3707 3706 3707 2801 2939 2248 2953 2125 4568 3283 3447 3660 3446 3480 3995 2815 2121 2957 2956 2749 2190 2588 2474 2873 2268 2679 9922
South Main Building 0910 2nd Ave Bldg 409 - Room 019 2nd Ave Bldg 409 - Room 019 2nd Ave Bldg 409 - Room 017 2nd Ave Bldg 409 - Room 017 South South South South South South North North North North North North South South South South South South South South South South South South North Building 7 - Room 30 Building 7 - Room 7 Building 7 - Room 29 Bldg 6 - Room 00 28 Bldg 11 - Room 00 06B Bldg 11 - Room 00 06A C Block - Room C252 C Block - Room C112 C Block - Room C113 C Block - Room C112 C Block - Room C113 C Block - Room C112 M&P Bldg - Room 0126 M&P Bldg - Room 0123 M&P Bldg - Room 0121 M&P Bldg - Room 0120 M&P Bldg - Room 0122 Embizweni, Rm 114 Embizweni, Rm 104 Embizweni, Rm 104 P&C Bldg - Room 0105 P&C Bldg - Room 0102 P&C Bldg - Room 0101 P&C Bldg - Room 0101 Tue & Thur: A Block Room 0036
EDUCATION Dean Prof Denise Zinn Manager: Faculty Administration Ridaa Salie Faculty Administrator Jackie Hay ENGINEERING, THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND IT Dean Dr Oswald Franks Senior Manager Jonathan Dorothy Faculty Administrator Jason Ah Tow Faculty Administrator Nobathembu Ngcayisa Faculty Administrator Jorinda Botha Faculty Administrator Lungiswa Bobi HEALTH SCIENCES Dean Prof Victor Exner Manager: Faculty Administration Nouwaal Isaacs Faculty Administrator Vanessa Heunis Faculty Administator Marilyn Afrikaner Faculty Administator Heloise Levack LAW Dean Prof Vivienne Lawack Manager: Faculty Administration Nikki Terblanche Faculty Administrator Dieketso Billie SCIENCE Dean Prof Andrew Leitch Manager: Faculty Administration Lynette Roodt Faculty Administrator Fiona Claassen Faculty Administrator Linda Koen
Orientation at a glance
Your academic year starts with ORIENTATION. Attendance is compulsory. Orientation is much more than showing you where the toilets are! It is indeed not just that thing where they show you where everything is! It is much more than that. Orientation is about helping you to make a successful transition from school to university. It is about helping you to bridge this ever-widening gap and to adjust with far greater ease to the huge demands of higher education. Studies have shown that students who attend orientation are more likely to succeed than those who dont. The orientation programme is designed to give you a kick start to your university career. The programme will kick o with the Welcoming Ceremony and Faculty Meet & Greet on Saturday 25 January 2014 and end with the last orientation session for this initial phase on Saturday 8 February. Lectures commence on Monday 10 February. The Orientation Academic Sessions as well as Byways to Highways will take place during the rst week of lectures. The Campus Life Festival will take place two weeks later on the last Saturday in February. First-year registration takes place from Monday 27 January to Wednesday 29 January (see separate registration guide for your registration date). On the day of your How2@nmmu Programme, you will be placed in a How2 group with a How2 Buddy who will take you through a specially-designed programme of adjustment to university have fun! Your buddy will also support you throughout the rst term. Failure to arrive timeously may prevent you from gaining the maximum benet of orientation in preparing you for your studies. The following section provides a summary of all events held during orientation. Please note that academic events are compulsory for all students to attend. The wellness, career, social and cultural events provide an ideal opportunity to meet fellow students, make friends and nd out more about university life and are, therefore, highly recommended. We trust that you will make full use of these wonderful opportunities.
Academic events (all compulsory)
Social, cultural and sports events
Welcoming Ceremony Faculty Meet and Greet Meet your lecturers Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu buddy programme Maths refresher (for all BSc and BSc Mechatronics students) Computer lab orientation Academic sessions: }} Note-taking }} Introduction to referencing & plagiarism }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Lecture etiquette }} Career portfolio development
Wellness events
Byways to Highways (societies expo - this event is compulsory) Mass dance Interactive theatre City bus tour First-year picnic Campus Life Festival (end of February):
}} Sports programme }} First-year social }} Campus Life concert (show o your talents!)
Rock n Roll & Bulges Budgets and bursaries AccessAbility
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Description of events
Academic events
Welcoming CeremonY
On this day, new students and their parents are welcomed by the Vice-Chancellor (VC) Professor Derrick Swartz. The VC is the principal of the university. Please take note of the campus and venue where your faculty will meet, rstly for the Welcoming Ceremony, and secondly, for the Faculty Meet and Greet that follows, where refreshments will be served. programme) in which you will be studying (faculties are divided into various schools or departments). You will also be addressed by your lecturers and be informed about the textbooks required, what the course entails, course requirements, career options available and so on. An overview of the programme for your Meet your Lecturers Meeting appears under your faculty section in this guide.
FacultY Meet and Greet

After the VCs welcoming address and refreshments, students and parents move o to the Faculty Meet and Greet. Carefully check in which venue your faculty will meet. Here youll be welcomed by the Dean of the faculty and be given an opportunity to meet your lecturers, who will provide you with information about your programme (course of study). Parents are encouraged to attend these events as they oer great insight in terms of academic expectations and in particular, registration. NB: EACH STUDENT ENROLS IN A SPECIFIC FACULTY. YOU NEED TO CHECK IN WHICH FACULTY YOUR PROGRAMME (COURSE OF STUDY) FALLS.
HOW2@NMMU BUDDY PROGRAMME

On the day of your How2@nmmu programme, youll be divided into small groups of rst-year students doing the same course. Your group will be led by a senior student called your How2 Buddy. Your Buddy will take you through a programme of academic orientation organised by the orientation sta at Student Counselling. You will learn how2 make a success of your stay at NMMU by nding out about: } adjusting successfully to university life } resources to help with you with nances, career decisions, health, and workshops to help you with study skills, managing your workload, etc. } university terminology (all those acronyms!) } your new campus - you will be given a tour of the campus to orientate yourself, so you dont miss your rst lecture! } using the library - this is a must for academic success } how to log onto your e-mail, using the student
MEET YOUR LECTURERS

Here you will be addressed by the Head of Department or School (or head of academic
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portal and nding your notes online } your timetable } challenges you may face in your course and how to overcome them Your How2 Buddy will buddy you for the rst term, helping you adjust to life at university. You will meet informally once every fortnight over lunch or coee, to chat about your concerns and challenges. Your How2 Buddy will also be available to you via e-mail, Facebook, and BBM or MXit to nd out how you are doing, and to support you in any way.
processes you need to take notes in the lecture but you cannot write down every word the lecturer says. This session will help you to be better prepared to take accurate notes from the rst day.
INTRODUCTION TO REFERENCING & PLAGIARISM

When you write assignments and essays at university, you have to acknowledge where you get your information from you have to say whose ideas you are using. Taking other peoples work and pretending that it is your own is called plagiarism and is a serious oence! In this session you will receive some more information in this regard.
NELSON MANDELA CHAMPION WITHIN (NMCW)

Aimed at reaching 1 million youth and 100 000 leaders by 2020, Nelson Mandela The Champion Within programme utilises the life-work and example of Mr Mandela to help students reect and think about their mentality, mindset and attitudes, their purpose, their leadership potential and their contribution to the community and country. This highly interactive and innovative media-based programme assists students in developing skills that promote academic and personal success, while enhancing an understanding of diversity and respect for all.
How to get the most out of lectures

It is not enough to simply get the notes o the net. You have to attend the lecture! But merely sitting there like a zombie will not help you much either. This is a wonderful session to help you make the lecture work for you! It is vital to your success at university.
Lecture AND E-MAIL EtiQuette

There is a required protocol for lecture behaviour and writing e-mails to sta. A huge part of receiving a higher education is to develop yourself holistically. Learning about etiquette is an important part of this development. Having good lecture etiquette will make your life and that of your lecturer and classmates better. Being considerate will assist everyone in their success. Remember: It is important to consult with your lecturers to get clarity on assignments, to gain a clearer understanding of the content and requirements of the course and also to develop your intellectual ability. Lecturers have consultation hours, usually posted on their oce doors. They want you to do well. Do not hesitate to make an appointment, and have your questions ready. Your Buddy will tell you more.
Student - Staff Fun Event

At this event you will have some fun with your lecturers, get to know them better and appreciate that consulting with them about your studies is not such a daunting task. It will also help you develop a sense of belonging. For most faculties this immediately follows your Meet your Lecturers Meeting (check your timetable for when this event will take place).
COMPUTER LAB SESSION

In this session you will be shown how to use the NMMU e-mail system, how to navigate the student portal, especially for accessing your class notes, which lecturers use for posting lecture notes. It is very important to check your NMMU e-mails for messages from lecturers, tutors and other sta.
Career Portfolio Development

Here you will be shown the importance of developing your career portfolio, and how to start developing it. It is not enough just obtaining a qualication you need to develop yourself holistically, and be a wellrounded student. You can do this by joining one of the many societies or leadership programmes on the campus, and/or nding a part-time job. The need to develop your personal, social and academic skills has become imperative (these skills are what employers are looking for they are interested in a good qualication and in the skills mentioned). It is
Note-taking sessions
In these sessions you will learn how to take notes successfully in class (when you get home you make notes and summaries of the lecture). If you think you are going to remember everything the lecturer said, you are making a mistake! Lecturers give important explanations of complex concepts and
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important that you start early on in your university career. Waiting until your nal year just before your rst big job interview is too late!
Maths Refresher
(for BSc and BEng Mechatronics students only) Given the challenges of the new school curriculum, the Maths Refresher will provide you with a good start to the Maths module in these courses, refreshing Matric Maths and bridging the gap between high school Maths and rst-year university Maths.
experience should not be underestimated - join a society or club of your choice to enhance your university experience and to start building your soft skills, imperative requirements for work in the 21st century! Come on, dont be a PCP student Parking lot-Classroom-Parking lot! Get involved.
MASS LINE DANCE

Come and join in the fun! You do not have to be a good dancer. The Dance Society will demonstrate a very simple line dance routine. Lets make this the biggest line dance in SA!
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY (EPA)

Students enrolling for certain national diploma qualications which have an English language subject as part of the curriculum are required to write the English Placement Assessment (EPA), a two-hour language prociency assessment. These qualications include: Economics, Fashion and Textile, Human Resource Management, Inventory and Stores, Logistics, Management, Marketing, Tourism, Public Management and Sport Management. The EPA is used for language placement as it indicates English prociency levels and determines which of the following will be the best language placement for you: }} Placement into Communication in English A (BKH1120), a business English module. }} Placement into Communication in English B (BKI1120), an intensive academic literacies module as preparation for English A in year two. See application form with details in your Admissions pack.
CitY bus tour

Get a grand tour of Port Elizabeth, the Friendly City. See the sights, the beautiful beaches, the shopping malls, and the highways and byways of Port Elizabeth.
FIRST YEAR picnic

Join the SRC as they take you on a picnic free for all rst-year students. Here you will get to socialize with other rst-years and meet the student body tasked with looking after student needs.
Campus Life Festival (last Saturday in February) This festival consists of a series of events: Campus Life concert, Rag, sports programme and the rstyear social. Campus Life concert
What good is sitting alone in your room? Come hear the music play! Most of you are probably too young to know this song by Liza Minnelli. Nevertheless, come and showcase your talent! Can you sing, dance, play a musical instrument, recite poetry or perform magic? The Campus Life concert is a huge event. If you are just going to watch, be there early as this is a hugely popular show!
Social, cultural and sport events

BYWAYS TO HIGHWAYS
Take the highway to academic success but travel a byway or two on your way there! No, taking byways in this case does not mean taking the long road or getting lost! The byways are the roads you travel to gain personal and leadership skills which feed into your highway to success. Your How2 Buddy will take you to the Byways to Highways Societies Fair - this is where all the societies and clubs have stalls showcasing their activities. Come and enjoy this festive event that takes place along the main walkways of each campus. The value of your out-of-classroom
Sports programme
On the last Saturday in February residences stage dance formations at the NMMU Stadium, South Campus. Witness the precision and dramatic displays. Following the inter-residences sports programme, theres a rugby match with the Madibaz taking on another university. Come and show support for your team!
First-Year social
At the end of this day, join the party at the rst-year social. Relax and let your hair down.
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Wellness events
Rock n roll and bulges
Sounds interesting? You bet! Come and hear some more
Your Moves in Computer Labs

When your Buddy takes you to a computer lab to show you how to log onto your e-mail, how to use the student portal and how to nd your module notes online, you will also play a game called Your Moves to assist you in improving your decisionmaking skills.
Bursaries AND Budgets

The team from the Financial Aid Oce will share important information about bursaries and scholarships available to you. They will also help you with ideas on how to budget well. Some students receive bursaries. For many being away from home means running your own budgets for the rst time this can be disastrous in terms of misspending and running out of money. It could mean the dierence between leaving university prematurely or graduating successfully.
that students with disabilities/special needs may encounter. Please register your disability/special needs request with this unit, as early as possible, during the year prior to application so that we can assist you. Please familiarise yourself with NMMUs Policy on Disability, available from the Disability Units website http://disability.nmmu.ac.za/Home. Services oered to students include: }} Co-ordination of placement into adapted oncampus student housing }} Volunteer Buddies }} Provision of adapted transport (available in and around campus) }} Facilitation of assistive technology and portable devices }} Facilitation of the NSFAS Disability bursary }} Facilitation of links with relevant support organisations.
Looking ahead
HOMESICKNESS & LONELINESS WORKSHOPS
Are you missing your mothers food, your friends, your pet cat and the dog? Seriously, missing home and being lonely when you leave home for the rst time is very real and not a good feeling. You miss your culture and the comforts of home and having your family and old friends close to you. You are not alone. So come join others and let our team help you deal with this. These workshops are oered later in the term. Enrol at Student Counselling on your campus.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES / SPECIAL NEEDS

NMMU would like to ensure that you do not experience any unfair discrimination as a result of your disability while you are a student here. We strive to make reasonable adjustments concerning accessibility, examination and other academic concessions, in order to meet your needs. The Disability Unit attends to the needs and challenges
THINKING OF CHANGING YOUR COURSE?
Step 1
Make an appointment with a student counsellor who will help you to decide whether there are good reasons for a course change
Step 2
Assuming you meet all the requirements for the course you wish to change to, check with the Admissions Department that the course is not full at that stage
Step 3
Complete a change of course form with Admissions
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Important information for Computer Modules

Programming Fundamentals (WRA101)
Lecturer: Prof Jean Greyling (Embizweni Building, room 090211) Textbook:To be conrmed. First lectures: Monday, 10 February, 13:00 Thursday, 13 February 09:15 Practicals: Tuesday or Wednesday, 13:45-15:05
Application for EXemption

South Campus students: If you have been successful in prior learning opportunities in Computer Science Computing and/or Programming Fundamentals you may apply to write a competency test(s). Submit applications to Ms Dudu Fani (in Embizweni Room 0214 - Tel: +27 41 504 2530) - closing date: Friday, 14 February 2014. There is an administrative cost involved and an exemption fee. Please note that you must still register for the module(s) in the Vodacom Indoor Sports Centre from Monday 27 January to Wednesday 29 January 2014. Missionvale Campus students: If you have been successful in prior learning opportunities in Computer Science Computing and/or Programming Fundamentals you may apply to write a competency test(s). Submit applications to Ms Dudu Fani (in Embizweni Room 0214 - Tel: +27 41 504 2530) - closing date: Friday, 14 February 2014. There is an administrative cost involved and an exemption fee. Note that you must still register for the module(s) in the Yebo Gogo Sports Centre from Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 January 2014.
Computing Fundamentals (WRFC101)

Lecturer: Mrs Marinda Taljaard (Embizweni Building, room 090229) Textbook: Parsons, JJ & Oja, D et al. 2011. NMMU Computing Fundamentals. 2nd edition. ISBN: 978-14080-3982-3. Course Technology, Engage Learning: United States of America. First Lectures: Week of 10 February First Lessons and Applications: Week of 17 February
Scheduling of Lectures and Practicals into personal timetable

South Campus students: Collect a coloured scheduling form at your rst lecture and bring it to the labs from Wednesday to Friday during rst week of lectures to choose lecture and practical sessions and collect study guide.
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Caring for you

What we can do for you
Accommodation
On-campus accommodation
You have chosen to live in well-resourced, professionally staed, homely accommodation on a premier site next to the sea. Here you will meet students from a variety of backgrounds and where you will be challenged intellectually, culturally and in the sports arena. Expect to learn a variety of new and exciting skills which will enhance your personal development. Our university residences are a haven for hardworking, diligent, creative and progressive young people. For any queries concerning fees, catering and other concerns, please contact a residence administrator. Please note that Student Villages do not accommodate rst-year students. STUDENT HOUSING For All Residence Enquiries & Applications Name of residence
Central Admissions Oce Campus South
041 504 1415 041 504 3690 Contact numbers Manager: 041 504 4547 041 504 2405 041 504 2405 041 504 2402 041 504 2485 Manager: 041 504 3941 Manager: 041 504 9107 Manager: 041 504 3049 Manager: 041 504 4506 Manager: 041 504 4746 Manager: 041 504 3839 Manager: 044 801 5034
Xanadu (rst-year males) Unitas Main (senior males) Unitas Annex (senior females) Melodi (rst-year females) Veritas (senior females) Renaissance Postgraduate Student Village (mixed gender) North Lebombo (females) Letaba (males) Sanlam Student Village (Senior females) Sanlam Student Village (Senior males) Second Avenue Oceana (separate housing for males & females) George Saasveld Call the relevant Manager for general enquiries or visit our website: www.nmmu.ac.za/studenthousing
O-campus accommodation
Campus Port Elizabeth Students requiring o-campus accommodation may call: Contact person Contact numbers E-mail: Tel: 041 504 4735/6 Fax: 041 504 9661 ocampus.accommodation@nmmu.ac.za 082 416 3673 (emergencies)
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Arts and Culture

South Campus: North Campus: Missionvale Campus: George Campus: 041 504 2508 041 504 9995 041 504 1234 044 801 5029
Arts and Culture is a vibrant unit that makes a substantial contribution to the enhancement of your university experience, contributing to your holistic development and enrichment of campus life. The department provides you with the opportunity to express your talents by joining a wide range of interactive, cultural and active societies. These societies are diverse and include performing arts, dancing, music, drama and choirs.
Campus Health Service

South Campus: North Campus: George Campus: Missionvale Campus: Second Avenue Campus: 041 504 2174 041 504 3364 044 801 5062 041 504 1374 041 504 3762
Medical assistance is available on your campus. When you are not feeling well or are in need of information about any health-related issue, visit Campus Health Services. A comprehensive primary health care service is available on every NMMU campus. Various free services are available e.g. HIV testing and treatment, contraceptives, etc. A minimal fee is charged for some services, including the services of a medical doctor. All services are provided by registered health care professionals. Please phone the numbers above to make an appointment to consult with us.
NMMU Contact Centre

041 504 1111 This one-stop information hub will handle enquiries on study programmes, admissions processes, registration, nancial aid, residence applications, access assessment, testing results, student orientation, student records, sport facilities and the like.
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Financial Aid
The Financial Aid oce is there to assist students nancially. Not all students qualify for assistance and nancial aid is granted on the basis of certain nancial and academic criteria. If you would like to apply for nancial aid, please visit one of the following oces: Financial Aid offices Campus North Missionvale George Oce New Admin Building Building G38 Finance Oce Telephone 041 504 3096 041 504 1242 044 801 5098/5563
Financial planning
Ensure that you have sucient money on arrival as your bursary might not cover certain expenses such as food, transport and rent. You must have cash for services like printing and photocopying throughout the year. Please read all documentation sent to you by the Financial Aid oce. If you are unsure about anything, please contact them. It is important to come prepared.
Graduate Placement and Co-operative Education

The following oces operate on all campuses to assist with the placement of students for: Permanent employment (for graduates) Experiential learning Service learning Internships and learnerships Internal student assistant positions Ad Hoc placements Oces Contact person
Do you know about our Scholar Merit scheme?

Scholar merit is an automatic award. It is based on your nal Matric or National Senior Certicate results and is calculated according to a point system. For enquiries please phone the Financial Aid oces or visit our university website (www.nmmu.ac.za) for further information pertaining to bursaries & our student merit awards.
Questions about your student fees or account?

If you are not sure about the nancial status of your student account, please visit the Student Fees Accounts department. Make sure you have checked the due dates for payment of accounts and cancellation of modules.
South Campus, lower ground oor, building 10, Graduate and 041 - 504 2951 Student Placement North Campus R block, room 12, Co-operative Education and 041 - 504 3540 Service learning Second Ave Campus room 125 Co-operative Education and 041 - 504 3751 Service learning Join our Facebook Page @ NMMU Graduate and Student Placement
How does not paying your account aect you?

You may not be allowed to re-register Your exam results / diploma / degree may be withheld Your account may be referred to external debt collectors with costs You may be evicted from residence.
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HIV/AIDS Unit
NMMU South Campus Director: Dr Jill von der Marwitz 041 504 2958 Admin assistant: Anri van der Merwe 041 504 2876 The unit strives to be recognised for its leadership role in driving a sustainable comprehensive response to mitigate the health, and socio-economic impact of HIV/Aids on students, sta and the broader community through governance, teaching and learning, research, community engagement and service provision. Programmes developed, supported or facilitated by the unit are informed by evidence-based research and have a comprehensive approach encompassing the domains of prevention, treatment, care and support. Local and international students are encouraged to enquire about and become involved in the various programmes that the unit facilitates, supports, monitors and evaluates.
NMMU has six libraries, ve of which are situated on the Port Elizabeth campuses, and one on the George campus (Saasveld). All registered students and sta at NMMU are entitled to free membership of the Library and Information Services (LIS). Students must present their student cards annually at the Circulation Desk to register as library patrons. Registered library patrons have access to the following services at all libraries: Short loan collection of books, articles and class notes that are in high demand Study collection with multiple copies of prescribed textbooks Inter-branch loans of library material between the dierent campus libraries Computer work stations for accessing Online Library Catalogue, full-text electronic databases and online journals Assistance with and training in nding information for assignments and research Self-service photocopiers/printers and areas for reading, studying, viewing and listening
Library and Information Services
South Campus: North Campus: George Campus: Second Avenue Campus: Missionvale Campus: Business School:
041 504 2281 041 504 3410 044 801 5004 041 504 3851 041 504 1269 041 504 2044
A range of Library and Information Services Guides, Posters and the Library Website provide further information about services, facilities and information resources.
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Oce for International Education

NMMU South Campus Tel: 041 504 2161 E-mail: international@nmmu.ac.za www.international.nmmu.ac.za www.facebook.com/NMMUInternationalOce The NMMU Oce for International Education (OIE) is on South Campus. Its main objectives are to comprehensively internationalise the campus and to bring the benets of internationalisation to local students and the local community by establishing mutually benecial partnerships with like-minded universities across the globe. All this is done to build global links for our university, add to NMMUs diversity and provide both our local and international students with the opportunity to extend their academic, research and social networks beyond borders. The OIE assists international students and visitors to feel welcome and looked-after during their time at NMMU. In addition, the OIE provides study-abroad opportunities to South African second- to nal-year students registered at NMMU. The OIE thrives on building relationships and strongly objects to acts of xenophobia. It encourages all students to appreciate diversity, and for this reason facilitates various fun food and cultural days such as Africa Day, Indian Day, Chinese Day and more at the oncampus restaurant, Rendezvous Campus Cafe.
Engagement: Cultural functions and excursions Incoming short programmes Community service Research Marketing: Recruitment of international students to NMMU programmes Promoting opportunities abroad for South African students Management of international partnerships and student mobility International student orientation please refer to this booklet and your enclosed programme
Peer Helping
North Campus: South Campus: Second Avenue Campus: Missionvale Campus: 041 504 3222 041 504 2511 041 504 3854 041 504 1106
Services oered by the OIE:

International student nance: Facilitates payment of fees, membership and accommodation Cheque requests International student admissions: Provides documentation for visa renewal Liaises with faculty, residences and departments at NMMU on behalf of our international students/ guests Assists with student academic and wellness support
Peer helping is based on the idea that students often seek out their friends when they experience frustrations, concerns, or when they have to make decisions. The Peer Help Programme equips students to further develop and rene their natural helping skills. Students (peer helpers) are trained and supervised to provide listening, understanding and support to fellow students (their peers) and to refer them to available resources. They are also provided with opportunities to put this training to practice by assisting other students in decisionmaking on matters such as life-style enhancement, career development and employability, as well as learning and academic skills. Peer helpers can also assist and empower students to deal with issues related to loneliness, problem relationships and health (such as HIV/Aids). The ultimate aim of peer helping is to assist students in creating benecial living and learning environments, making their university life as meaningful and enjoyable as it is meant to be!
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Postal Services
Mail items: Mail items for students in residence will be accepted, sorted and delivered to the dierent residences. Addresses for residences: Unitas PBag 6054, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Melodi PBag 6057, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Veritas PBag 6053, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Xanadu PBag 6056, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Post Grad Student Village PO Box 1600, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Oceana Residence PO Box 13357, Humewood, 6013 Sanlam Student Village PBag X6011, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Lebombo Residence PBag X6011, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Letaba Residence PBag X6011, Port Elizabeth, 6000 Courier items: Courier items or parcels addressed to students in the residences will be kept in safe custody. Notications will be sent to the student by e-mail to inform the student where to collect the item. Proof of identication must be submitted upon receiving the item. Post boxes at the SA Post Oce post point on South Campus: Students staying on or o campus can rent a post box from the SA Post Oce on the South Campus to receive mail.
Sexual harassment
NMMU is rmly committed to providing an environment that fosters mutual respect and is free from all forms of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. To this end a sexual harassment policy is in place that governs the prevention and resolution of sexual harassment, behaviour which is not tolerated by the university. Any member of the NMMU community who experiences sexual harassment is encouraged to express his / her complaint without fear of prejudice. The allegation will be investigated and a decision taken on the most appropriate course of action. Strictest condentiality will be maintained. Where to go for help: The Campus Health Service on your campus: South 041 504 2174 North 041 504 3364 Second Ave 041 504 3762 Missionvale 041 504 1374 George 044 801 5062
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Sport
Success in Sport, Success in Academics, Success in Life While the primary function of NMMU is academic, the value of the holistic development of students and establishing of a culture of participation and competition is central to the institutions focus on the well-being of students. Madibaz Sport oers a wide variety of competitive and recreational sport programmes for students and sta, as well as for the wider university community. These provide opportunities to participate in sport and recreation ranging from informal and social games for fun and enjoyment, to highly competitive leagues where skills are tested against the best in the province and country. In addition, through the various high performance programmes and academies of sport, NMMU plays a major role in the process of developing elite and potentially elite players. Athletics Athlons (tri-, bi-, du- and biathle) Basketball Chess Cricket Cycling * George Campus only Golf Hockey Judo Karate Netball Rugby Rock climbing* Rowing Shooting* Soccer Squash Surng Swimming Table tennis Tennis Underwater hockey Volleyball Water polo Fitness and aquatics Centre
Madibaz Sport provides club members with excellent sport facilities, scientically-based coaching programmes and organisational and administrative support. For an application form or more information contact the Madibaz Sport (formerly the Sport Bureau at: Port Elizabeth: 041- 5042165 or George: 044 801511
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Student Counselling, Career and Development Centre (SCCDC)

George Campus: 044 801 5051 / 801 5168 South Campus: 041 504 2511 North Campus: 041 504 3222 Second Avenue Campus: 041 504 3854 Missionvale Campus: 041 504 1106 After hours Crisis helpline: 082 428 5009 }} }}
We oer you:
Who are we?
We are professionally qualied and experienced student counsellors who are registered psychologists and educators. Our team includes supervised national and international graduate interns-intraining. A team of peer helpers is also available to support you.
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A free, private, condential, individual professional counselling service Numerous group programmes presented in collaboration with your lecturers, other sta and Peer Helpers and packaged in relation to: academic issues, career choice and planning, wellness and personal, social and emotional issues Orientation Programme for new students A variety of self-help pamphlets, web-based materials and DVDs.
Student Governance and Development

North Campus: South Campus: Second Avenue Campus: Missionvale Campus: George Campus: 041 5043229 041 5043351 041 504 3894 041 5041235 044 801 5029
This department contributes towards the holistic development of students. Its core functions are the training and development of student leadership, the coordination of student life and events and supporting student governance structures such as the Student Representative Council (SRC). All students are invited to join a society of choice; the 76 societies are categorised as academic, religious, developmental, social responsibility and political.
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BtC Beyond the Classroom Leadership Development

The leadership training and development unit of Student Governance and Development (SGD) believes that all students, (not just those who hold formal leadership positions) are potential leaders. This unit oers workshops that assist in the development of creative, independent, community-minded students who will contribute towards a positive living and learning community and assist in the creation of a vibrant student life and experience at NMMU. Join the Beyond the Classroom (BtC) Leadership programme which starts early in March.
The University Shop corporate gift and clothing store

Sanlam Student Village (Main Store): shop@nmmu.ac.za or 041 - 504 4371 Missionvale Student Centre: shopmv@nmmu.ac.za or 041 - 504 1369 George Student Centre: shopgeorge@nmmu.ac.za The University Shop is a project of the NMMU Alumni Association and was established as a brand development tool. By wearing NMMU branded items, students, sta, alumni and friends can show their anity and support for the institutional brand. You can visit the one-stop shop for all NMMU branded clothing, bags, folders and stationery. The best sellers include hoodies, backpacks, caps, golf and t-shirts and pens.
Students with disabilities

NMMU South Campus: 041 504 2562 E-mail: ruth.barends@nmmu.ac.za Embizweni, ground oor, oce number 57 NMMU would like to ensure that students with disabilities do not experience unfair discrimination due to their particular challenges. This unit strives to ensure that reasonable accommodation, reasonable adjustment concerning accessibility, examinations and other academic concessions are made to meet your needs. Services currently available include portable devices for recording of study materials and enhancing quality of hearing devices, on-loan wheelchairs for hard-to-negotiate areas, special work areas in the libraries and general computer laboratories equipped with magnication and scanning software, and a wheelchairfriendly vehicle to assist with specic transportation needs. As every case needs to be individually assessed, please register your special needs with the universitys Disability Unit as soon as possible, preferably the year prior to registration and application. At your rst appointment you will need to provide medical documentation from an appropriate professional. The goal of the consultations between students and the Disability Unit is to identify the impact of disability on the student and to maximize opportunities for independent participation. We oer: Condential, professional individual consultation sessionsWorkshop and information sessions for studentsA link to support organisations and networks relevant to your disabilityTraining on assistive devices and software Familiarise yourself with NMMUs Policy on Persons living with Disability, copies of which are available at this unit or on the NMMU Portal. Bursaries for students with disabilities are available on an annual basis, upon application through the Financial Aid Oce.
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Supplemental Instruction
Faculties of Arts, Business and Economic Sciences, Education, Law and Science: Celeste Barker: 041 504 2752 Faculties of EBEIT, Health Science and George Campus: Liesl Smith: 041 504 2118
To email your draft to them, go to your NMMU Student Portal and click on their logo to get to the website. At the bottom of the rst page, click Fill in the registration form and, after completing the form, upload your draft (with your lecturers instructions). Writing Centres do not oer an editing service. If you need an editor, there is a list of editors (with details of how much they charge) on our website.
What is SI?
SI is a student academic assistance programme that increases student performance and retention. The SI facilitators are senior students themselves, who have successfully completed the course concerned. They oer regular, out-of-class, peerfacilitated sessions after attending the lectures. The programme is oered to all students in the selected courses, predominantly at rst-year level.
Where is it oered?
SI is currently only available in selected courses at the South, North, Second Ave, Missionvale and George campuses. Departmental notice boards and lecture announcements will tell you where to nd your sessions. You can also nd out more from 10 -01 15/17 (M&P Building), South Campus.
Writing Centres
North Campus - M214C, 2nd Floor: 041 504 2321 Melissa.Fouche2@nmmu.ac.za South Campus - Room 12, Building 10, Lower Ground Floor: 041 504 2686. Linda.Mostert@nmmu.ac.za Second Avenue Campus - Room 015, Building 410: 041 504 3773. Shena.Lamb@nmmu.ac.za George Campus: Room 003, Mopani Building, Saasveld Road: 044 801 5105 Keith.Arnolds@nmmu.ac.za Shann.Kieswetter@nmmu.ac.za Consultants in the Writing Centres work with your lecturers on the teaching and learning of the dierent kinds of writing as well the audience, purpose, structure and style of each. Once they have agreed a writing development strategy with your lecturer, you can phone or email them for an appointment or can email your draft writing to them for advice and feedback.
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Faculties @ NMMU
In which faculty are you studying?
Faculties appear in alphabetical order as follows: }} }} }} }} }} }} }}
Arts Business and Economic Sciences Education Engineering, the Built Environment and Information Technology Health Sciences Law Science
1. Find the course / programme to which you have been admitted. 2. Take note of the faculty within which your course / programme is oered. 3. Take note of the campus on which your course / programme will run (some faculties are split across campuses). It is important that you attend the Welcoming Ceremony scheduled for your faculty.
VENUES @ NMMU EXPLAINED

Venue numbers are indicated by either 6 or 7 digits: the rst two or three digits indicate the building number; the middle two digits indicate the oor level; and the last two digits indicate the room number. For example: 35 0040 123 0007 261 0132 building 35; ground oor; room 40 building 123; ground oor; room 7 building 261; rst oor; room 32
Some venues on South Campus also have names, for example, Embizweni (building 9), Old Mutual (building 4) and Sanlam (building 5), while some are referred to by the main academic programme oered there, for example, Music (building 10), Media and Psychology (building 7), Education (building 11), new HMS and Dietetics (building 125). At North, Second Avenue and Missionvale campuses, venues were previously named after letters of the alphabet, for example, A - M at North; X, Y, Z at Second Avenue; and A, B and DD at Missionvale. Though sometimes still referred to by letters, they have been changed to only numbers, for example, M-block at North Campus is now 261.
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Welcoming Ceremonies
Saturday 25 January 2014 Vice-Chancellors Address 9:00 10:00 Deans Address Faculty Meet and Greet 10:30 12:00 Check the detailed programme for the venue for your faculty meet and greet. Detailed faculty programmes follow
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Overview of the Faculty of Arts

FACULTY OF ARTS
Creating tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS School of Music, Art and Design Department of Music School of Architecture Department of Architecture Department of Architectural Technology & Interior Design School of Language, Media and Culture Dept of Applied Language Studies Dept of Journalism, Media Studies & Philosophy Dept of Language & Literature Dept of Public Relations & Communication Studies School of Governmental and Social Sciences Dept of Political & Governmental Studies Dept of Sociology & Anthropology All Music programmes BAS (Architecture) NDip: Architectural Technology NDip Interior Design
BA MCC (Media, Communication & Culture) NDip Journalism NDip: Public Relations Management
BAdmin (Public Administration BA Introductory Studies the general rst year of study towards national diplomas in Fine Art Graphic Design, Photography, Textile Design and Technology
NORTH CAMPUS School of Music, Art and Design Dept of Art and Design: Introductory Studies Department of Studio Arts Department of Applied Design
SECOND AVENUE CAMPUS School of Governmental and Social Sciences Dept of Political & Governmental Studies School of Music, Art and Design Department of Studio Arts Department of Applied Design NDip: Public Management *(including extended programme) NDip: Ceramic Design NDip: Fashion
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Overview of Faculty of Arts Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony
Saturday 25 January 2014 Vodacom Indoor Sports Centre, South Campus 9:00 10:00 Vice-Chancellors Address
Faculty Meet and Greet

10:30 11:00 Deans Address Vodacom Indoor Sports Centre, South Campus 11:30 12:30 Departments/Schools breakaway
BA MCC, Journalism & Public Relations BAdmin & Public Management BA General Music BAS Architecture, Architectural Design and Interior Design Introductory Studies Fashion and Ceramics Building 35, Ground oor, Room 05 (35 0005) Building 35, First oor, Room 01 (35 0101) Building 35, Ground oor, Room 27 (35 0027) Building 10, First oor, Room 16 (10 0116) (Music Building) Building 8, Second oor, Studio Space (Library Building) Building 35, Ground oor, Room 04 (35 0004) Building 35, Ground oor, Room 01 (35 0001)
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Faculty of Arts
South Campus
School of Language, Media and Culture School of Architecture School of Music, Art and Design School of Governmental and Social Sciences
Mon 27 Jan Fri 31 Jan 08:30 15:00 Where Where 35 0040 What Registration What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 }} By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Some Schools will have a student-sta fun event BA BA MCC and NDip Journalism NDip Public Relations BAdmin
See Registration guide
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 9:00 10:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 123 0007 35 0040 35 0040 Where Auditorium South Campus
10:30 11:30
35 0004 123 0026 35 0018 35 0005
No meeting today date and BAS Architecture; NDip Architectural Technology; time to be announced by School NDip Interior Design of Architecture Music block Music programmes
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11:30 12:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:30 Sat 8 Feb
Break Auditorium South Campus 35 0040 Auditorium South Campus Where Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Basic Computer Literacy Rock n Roll and Bulges What City bus tour
09:00 14:00 Collect tickets at SRC oce South Campus before 8 Feb 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Venue to be announced Where
First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social North Campus
Follow lecture timetable Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb Where
Follow lecture timetable
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where In front of library, South Campus Where
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late Where NMMU Stadium, South Campus
Faculty of Arts
Introductory Studies Programme and Extended 1 and 2

Tues 28 Jan Where What Registration What Nelson Mandela Champion Within
See Registration guide Mon 3 Feb 9:00 11:00 Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue)
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11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 15:00
206018 (J18) 206018 (J18) Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 208 0051 (K51)
Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets What Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme }} By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} resources available to help you
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where Cafeteria Quad North Campus Where
Venue and time to be announced
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Sat 22 Feb 09:00 late
Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
What Campus Life Festival Residences formations Sports programme First-year social Second Ave Campus
Faculty of Arts
School of Governmental and Social Science NDip Public Management

Tues 28 Jan Wed 29 Jan 13:30 16:00 Fri 31 Jan 08:30 - 09:00 Where Where 411 0215 (Z215) 2 Avenue Campus
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What Registration What English Prociency Assessment What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Rock n Roll and Bulges
Where 411 0108 (Z108)
09:00 14:00 Small group venues to be announced
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 14:00 15:30
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day Where 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0015 (Z015) Auditorium 2nd Avenue Campus
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Thur 6 Feb
Where
What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social Second Ave Campus
09:00 13:00 411 0108 (Z108) 2nd Avenue Campus
Sat 8 Feb 9:30 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Tue 18 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where Area between main entrance and Auditorium Where
Venue and time to be conrmed Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
Faculty of Arts
School of Governmental and Social Science Department of Applied Design: NDip Fashion
Tues 28 Jan Tue 28 Jan 13:30 16:00 Where Where 411 0115 (Z115) 2nd Avenue Campus What Registration What English Prociency Assessment
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Fri 31 Jan 08:30 - 15:00
Where 413 0024 (F024) 2nd Ave Campus
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day Where 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0015 (Z015) Auditorium 2nd Avenue Campus Where
09:00 13:00 413 0024 (F024) 2nd Avenue Campus
Sat 8 Feb 09:30 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
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Tue 18 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where Area between main entrance and Auditorium Where
What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
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Overview of the Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences

FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC SCIENCES
Managing tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS BCom (General; General Accounting; Accounting; Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management; Computer Science and Information Systems; Information Systems: Accounting Information Systems: Auditing, Information Systems: Business Management, Marketing Management; Law; Sport & Recreational Management; Economics & Statistics; Financial Planning. BCom Rationum (Accounting and Business Management / Economics) (Accounting and Law) (Accounting and Computer Science & Information Systems) BA Human Resource Management SECOND AVENUE CAMPUS Dip in Accountancy NDip: Economics NDip: Financial Information Systems NDip: Human Resources Management NDip: Human Resources Management Extended Programme NDip: Inventory & Stores Management NDip: Logistics NDip: Management NDip: Marketing NDip: Tourism Management
MISSIONVALE CAMPUS BA Development Studies NDip: Management Extended Programmes for the following qualications: BCom NDip: Economics NDip: Logistics NDip: Management NDip: Marketing NDip: Tourism NHC: Business Studies
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Overview of Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony Saturday 25 January 2014 Second Avenue Auditorium, Second Avenue Campus 9:00 10:00 Vice-Chancellors Address Faculty Meet and Greet Second Avenue Auditorium, Second Avenue Campus 10:00 10:30 Deans Address 11:00 12:00 Departments/Schools breakaway
Departments/Schools Breakaway Venues to be announced at the ceremony
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Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences
South Campus
Financial Accounting Business Management Economics Industrial and Organisational Psychology BA Human Resource Management
COMPULSORY ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES Tues 28 Jan Where What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 }} By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Some Schools will have a student-sta fun event Short address by the Dean Subject meetings Department of Economics Department of Financial Accounting
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See Registration guide Thur 30 Jan Where
08:00 - 09:00 Auditorium South Campus 09:00 15:00 Small group venues to be announced
Mon 3 Feb 08:30 13:30 Tue 4 Feb 9:00 -11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Wed 5 Feb 8:30 15:30 See breakdown below 8:30 - 08:45 8:45 - 09:00 9:00 - 09:45
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 123 0007 35 0040 35 0040 Where Auditorium South Campus
Auditorium Auditorium Auditorium
9:45 -10:15 10:15 -10:45 10:45 -11:15 11:15 -11:30 11:45 -12:45 Auditorium Auditorium 35 0017 Auditorium 35 0027
Mid-morning break Department of Ind & Org Psychology Department of Business Management Introduction to faculty rules BCom Law Subject meetings Programming fundamentals (WRA101) Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) LUNCH Auditorium Auditorium Auditorium Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Subject meetings Mathematics for Accounting (MACC101) Introduction to Student Counselling Introduction to Campus Health What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
12:45 -13:30 13:30-14:30 14:30-14:45 15:00-15:15 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where Area in front of library South Campus Where
Venue and time to be conrmed Sat 22 Feb 09:00 - late Where NMMU Stadium, South Campus
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Missionvale Campus
Extended Programme BCom students

Wed 29 Jan Wed 29 Jan 13:30 16:00 Thur 30 Jan 8:00 - 08:30 Where Where 508 0003 (A3) Missionvale Campus Where 519 -0104 (DD106) What Registration What English Prociency Assessment for Dip Management What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you Rock n Roll and Bulges What Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin See Registration guide
8:30 13:30
Small group venues to be announced
14:00 15:30 Mon 3 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 09:30
519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519-0104 (DD 106) 519-0104 (DD 106) 519-0104 (DD 106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106)
09:30 -15:00 Sat 8 Feb
Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where
09:00 14:00 Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb 14:00 17:00 Venue to be announced Mon 10 Feb Where Follow lecture timetable
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Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb
Where
What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social Second Ave Campus
Mon 17 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where Venue to be announced Where
NDip Logistics NDip Economics NDip Applied Accounting NDip Internal Auditing NDip Financial Information Systems NDip Human Resources Management NDip Cost & Management Accounting
Mon 27 Jan Mon 27 Jan 13:30 16:00 Where Where 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0115 (Z115) 411 0215 (Z215) Where 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0115 (Z115) 411 0215 (Z215) Where 411 0015 (Z015) 411 0115 (Z115) 411 0215 (Z215) What Registration What See Registration Guide
NDip Marketing NDip Management NDip Tourism Management NDip Inventory & Stores
English Prociency Assessment for: NDip Inventory and Stores, Logistics and Management What English Prociency Assessment for: NDip Marketing and Economics What English Prociency Assessment for NDip Tourism, and Human Resource Management
Tue 28 Jan 13:30 16:00
Wed 29 Jan 13:30 16:00
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Thur 30 Jan 08:30 - 09:00
Where Auditorium 2nd Avenue Small group venues to be announced
What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme
09:00 - 15:00
How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Bursaries and Budgets Logistics Inventory and Stores Marketing Venue 411 0015 (Z015) Bursaries and Budgets Management Tourism Venue 411 0115 (Z115)
Mon 3 Feb 08:30 13:30 Tue 4 Feb 9:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nnmu Day1 Where Nelson Mandela Champion Within Accounting Internal Auditing Financial Info Systems Economics HRM Venue Auditorium 2nd Avenue
10:00
10:15
11:00
Career Portfolio AccessAbility Logistics Inventory and Stores Marketing Venue 411 0015 (Z015)
Career Portfolio AccessAbility Management Tourism Venue 411 0115 (Z115)
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11:30
Bursaries and Budgets Accounting Internal Auditing FIS Venue 411 0015 (Z015)
Bursaries and Budgets Economics HRM Venue 411 0115 (Z115)
12:00
Nelson Mandela Champion Within Logistics Inventory and Stores Marketing Management Tourism Venue Second Ave Auditorium
12:45
Career Portfolio AccessAbility Accounting Internal Auditing FIS Venue 411 0015 (Z015)
Career Portfolio AccessAbility Economics HRM Venue 411 0115 (Z115) What
13:45
Wed 5 Feb 9:00 13:30 See breakdown below 9:00 09:10
Where Auditorium 2nd Avenue
Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce you to your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event date to be announced Welcome by the Dean Introduction of HoDs/Programme Leaders }} Introduction to Student Counselling Services }} Financial Aid }} Library Services }} Introduction to Writing Centre Services }} Health matters }} Societies Ocer Rock n Roll and Bulges What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What
Auditorium 2nd Avenue Auditorium 2nd Avenue Auditorium 2nd Avenue
9:10 09:50 10:00 -13:30
14:00 15:30 Sat 8 Feb 9:30 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Mon 10 FebFri 14 Feb
Auditorium 2nd Avenue Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
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Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social Missionvale Campus
Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 09:00 - late
Where Where NMMU Stadium, South Campus
Venue and time to be conrmed
BA Development Studies NDip: Management NDip: Management Extended NDip: Economics Extended NDip: Logistics Extended NDip: Marketing Extended NDip: Tourism Extended
Wed 29 Jan Wed 29 Jan 13:30 16:00 Thur 30 Jan 8:00 - 08:30 Where Where 508 0003 (A3) Where 519 -0104 (DD106) What Registration What English Prociency Assessment for NDip Management What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme DAY 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable the resources available to help you Rock n Roll and Bulges See Registration guide
8:30 13:30
14:00 15:30
519 -0104 (DD106)
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Mon 3 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 09:30
Where 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106)
What Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and E-mail etiquette }} Referencing and Plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
9:30 -15:00 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb
Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
Mon 17 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where To be announced Where
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Overview of Faculty of Education

FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Guiding tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS BEd (FP) Foundation Phase BEd (IP) Intermediate Phase Language Option OR Maths and Science Option BEd (FET) Further Education & Training Economic & Management Sciences OR Natural Sciences
Overview of Faculty of Education Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony
Saturday 25 January 2014 Vodacom Indoor Sports Centre, South Campus 9:00-10:00 Vice Chancellors Address
Faculty Meet and Greet

Venue 123 007 10:30 12:30
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Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 09:00
Where Where 35 0040
What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour
9:00 -15:00
Mon 3 Feb 8:30 13:30 Tue 4 Feb 9:00 -10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 14:00 15:30 Fri 7 Feb 9:00 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 35 0040 35 0040 123 0007 Where Auditorium South Campus Where 35 0040
Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00
Where Collect tickets at SRC oces, South Campus before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
First-year picnic What Lectures begin
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Where
What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late
Where Area in front of library South Campus Where Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
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Overview of Faculty of EBEIT Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony Saturday 25 January 2014 Goldelds Auditorium, North Campus 9:00 10:00 Vice-Chancellors address
Faculty Meet and Greet 10:00 10:30 Deans Address Goldelds Auditorium, North Campus 11:00 12:00 Department/School Breakaway Venues indicated below
Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Building Construction Studies Building M, second oor, Room 22 261 0222 (M222) New Engineering Building - Auditorium New Engineering Building Sweat Lab Senate Hall, North Campus Building N, ground oor, Room 2 207 0101 (N2) Building M, rst oor, Room 54 261 0154 (M154) Building C, rst oor, Room 16 2040116 (C116) Building J, second oor, Room 12 261 132 (M132) Building D, ground oor Goldelds Auditorium, North Campus
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Construction Economics (Quantity Surveying)
School Of ICT
School of Engineering North Campus Department of Civil Engineering

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 09:00 Where Where 204 0116 (C116) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Nelson Mandela Champion Within What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin See Registration guide
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 13:00
Where 261 0136 (M136) 261 0136 (M136) 207 0001 (N1) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 204 0116 (C116)
Sat 8 Feb 09:15 -14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
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Where
What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late Where NMMU Sports Stadium South Campus
Department of Electrical Engineering

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 204 0009 (C9) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 See Registration guide
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30
Where 207 0001 (N1) 204 0009 (C9) 204 0009 (C9) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu DAY 1
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14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 13:00
276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 204 0009 (C9)
Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Wed 19 Feb 12:05-13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late Where NMMU Stadium, South Campus
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Department of Industrial Engineering

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 261 0249 (M249) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you Where 207 0001 (N1) 206 018 (J18) 206 018 (J18) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu DAY 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin See Registration guide
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb
09:00 13:00 New Engineering Venue Sweat Lab
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
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Where
Wed 19 Feb 12:05-13:05 Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late
Where Cafeteria Quad North Campus Where Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
Department of Mechanical Engineering

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 9:00 - 15:00 Where Where 207 0001 (N1) Small group venues to be announced What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Nelson Mandela Champion Within What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 See Registration guide
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30
Where 261 0132 (M132) 261 0132 (M132) 207 0001 (N1) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1
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14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 13:00
276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 261 0222 (M222)
Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 -14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late Where NMMU Sports Stadium South Campus
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North and South Campus
BEng Mechatronics
Your studies and hence your orientation, straddles two campuses, namely, North and South. The following events will be at North: Welcoming Ceremony and Faculty Meet and Greet on Saturday 25 January. The rest of your orientation programme will take place with the BSc students at South Campus, except for Meet Your Lecturers on Tues 4 Feb. Wed 29 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 - 9:00 Where Where 35 0027 What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Meet your Head of Department and lecturers (Mechatronics) Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme Wed 5 Feb 9:00 - 11:00 11:30 - 12:30 12:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 9:00 12:00 13:00 - 14:00 Where 123 0007 35 0040 35 0040 Where 35 0101 123 0007 Embizweni 2nd oor: Lab 4 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility What Compulsory Refresher Maths programme Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Students registered for both Programming fundamentals (WRA101) and Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Rock n Roll and Bulges Alternative date: Tue 4 Feb North Campus 14:00 -15:30
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9:00 15:00
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 - 15:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 261 0247(M247) NB: North Campus
14:00 15:30
Auditorium South Campus
Fri 7 Feb 9:00 12:00 12:30 14:30 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 -14:00
Where 35 0101 Venue to be announced Where Collect tickets at SRC oce, South Campus before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
What Compulsory Refresher Maths programme Student sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sport programme }} First-year social
14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late Where NMMU stadium, South Campus
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School of The Built Environment Dip Building

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 261 0154 (M154) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin See Registration guide
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 14:00
Where 206 0018 (J18) 206 0018 (J18) 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 261 0154 (M154)
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 -14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
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Where
Wed 19 Feb 12:05-13:05 Fri 21 Feb
BSc Construction Studies BSc Construction Economics (Quantity Surveying)

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where CS: 261 0157 (M157) QS: 261 0132 (M132) Small group venues to be announced What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within See Registration guide
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45
Where 206 0018 (J18) 206 0018 (J18) 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue)
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Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 8:30 12:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where CS: 261 0157 (M157) QS: 261 0132 (M132)
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme Student-sta fun event }} Bridge building competition }} Finger lunch }} Awards handed out What Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Students registered for both Programming fundamentals (WRA101) and Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
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12:30 15:00
Venue to be announced
Thur 6 Feb 13:00 - 14:00
Where 123 0007 South Campus Embizweni 2nd oor: Lab 4
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 -14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Wed 19 Feb 12:05-13:05 Fri 21 Feb
School of Information and Communication Technology Dip: Information Technology (Support Services, Software Development, Communication Networks)
Wed 29 Jan See Registration guide Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Small group venues to be announced Where What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets
9:00 - 15:00
Fri 31 Jan 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30
Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Surnames A L: 261 0132 (M132) Surnames M Z: 261 0136 (M136) Surnames A L: 261 0132 (M132) Surnames M Z: 261 0136 (M136) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 207 0001 (N1) and 207 0101 (N2)
12:45 13:45
Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 15:00
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event
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Sat 8 Feb 9:15 -14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social Missionvale Campus
Wed 19 Feb 12:05- 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
Faculty of Ebeit
Higher Certicate in Information Technology User Support Services Bachelor of Human Settlement Development
Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:00 - 8:30 Where Where 519 -0104 (DD106) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour
8:30 13:30
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}} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you 14:00 15:30 Mon 3 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 9:30 519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106) Rock n Roll and Bulges What Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What City Bus Tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sport programme }} First-year social
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Mon 17 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Overview of the Faculty of Health Sciences

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Caring for tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS Human Movement Science Human Movement Science Dietetics Pharmacy Psychology Environmental Health and Social Development Professions Nursing Science Emergency Medical Care Biomedical Technology and Radiography Environmental Health and Social Development Professions BHMS (Human Movement Science) NDip Sport Management BSc Dietetics BPharm; Higher Certicate in Pharmacy Support (Pharmacy Technical Assistant) BA (Psych); BPsych (Sport Psych) Bachelor Social Work NORTH CAMPUS BCur BEMC NDip Biomedical Technology NDip Radiography NDip Environmental Health MISSIONVALE CAMPUS BCur Extended Programme
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Overview of Faculty of Health Science Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony Saturday 25 January 2014 Venues indicated below 9:00 10:00 Vice-Chancellors Address Faculty Meet and Greet 10:00 10:30 Deans Address Same venues as for the Vice-Chancellors address 11:00 - 12:00 Departmental Breakaway
Department Venues for Vice-Chancellors Address and Deans Address 35 0040, South Campus 35 0040, South Campus 12 0288, South Campus Venues for Departmental Breakaway 35 0040, South Campus 4 0003, South Campus 12 0288
Psychology Social Development Pharmacy and Higher Certicate in Pharmacy Support HMS Sport Management BSc Dietetics Nursing Biomedical Technology Radiography Environmental Health
123 0026, South Campus 123 0026, South Campus 123 0026, South Campus Senate Hall, North Campus Conference Centre, North Campus Conference Centre, North Campus Conference Centre, North Campus
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123 0026 35 0017 35 0018 Senate Hall, North Campus 202 0120 (A120) 202 0028 (A28) 202 0027 (A27)
Faculty of Health Science
South Campus
Psychology, Social Development, Pharmacy, BSc Dietetics and HMS Higher Certicate in Pharmacy Support (Pharmacy Technical Assistant)
Wed 29 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 - 09:00 Where Where What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you 05 0003 05 0005 35 0017 12 0288 4 0005 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 9:00 - 12:00 Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 35 0040 35 0040 123 0007 Where
9:00 - 15:00
Psychology Social Work HMS Pharmacy; Pharmacy Technical Assistant BSc Dietetics
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbililty Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event
05 0003 05 0005 35 0017 12 0288 4 0005
Psychology Social Work HMS Pharmacy; Pharmacy Technical Assistant BSc Dietetics
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13:00 14:00 14:00 15:30 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 - 14:00
123 0007 35 0040 Auditorium, South Campus Where Collect tickets from SRC oce South Campus before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Basic Computer Literacy (ITCL101) Rock n Roll and Bulges What City bus tour
14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Follow lecture timetable Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb Where
First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social South Campus
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Sport Management
Tues 28 Jan Wed 29 Jan 13:30 16:00 Where Where 411 00115 (Z115) 2nd Avenue Campus What Registration What English Prociency Assessment See Registration guide
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Fri 31 Jan 8:30 - 9:00
Where South Campus 125 0002B New HMS Building Small group venues to be announced
What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbililty Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce you to your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event Rock n Roll and Bulges What City Bus Tour
9:00 15:00
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 9:00 13:00
Where South Campus Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where South Campus 35 0040 35 0040 123 0007 Where South Campus 125 0002B New HMS Building
14:00 15:30 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00
Auditorium South Campus Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
First-year picnic What Lectures begin
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What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social North Campus
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Nursing Science
Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where Senate Hall North Campus Small group venues to be announced What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45
Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) 222 0101 (D101) 222 0101 (D101)
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Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where Senate Hall North Campus
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
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Faculty of Health Sciences
Missionvale Campus
Nursing Science Extended Programme

Wed 29 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:00 - 8:30 Where Where 519 -0104 (DD106) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable the resources available to help you Rock n Roll and Bulges What Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin See Registration guide
8:30 13:30
14:00 15:30 Mon 3 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 9:30
519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) 519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106)
9:30 -15:00 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
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What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sport programme }} First-year social
Mon 17 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Where To be announced Where
Venue and time to be conrmed Sat 22 Feb 9:00 - late Where NMMU Stadium, South Campus
North Campus
Biomedical Technology
Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 201 0120 (A120) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45
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Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 201 0120 (A120)
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and E-mail etiquette }} Referencing and Plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Where Collect tickets from SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
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North Campus
Environmental Health
Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 202 0027 (A27) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 13:00
Where 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) 222 0101 (D101) 222 0101 (D101) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 202 0027 (A27)
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
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Where
What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social North Campus
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Radiography
Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 202 0028 (A28) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 11:00 11:30 12:30 12:45 13:45
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Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 14:00 15:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where 202 0028 (A28)
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 Rock n Roll and Bulges What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce you to your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05
Fri 21 Feb
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Overview of the Faculty of Law

FACULTY OF LAW
Dening tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS LLB LLB Extended programme
Overview of Faculty of Law Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony Saturday 25 January 2014 Venue 123 0002 9:00 10:00 Vice-Chancellors Address 10:00 10:30 Deans Address 11:00 12:00 Faculty Meet and Greet
Law Faculty South Campus
LLB LLB Extended

Tue 28 Jan Thur 30 Jan 8:30 9:00 9:00 15:00 Where Where 123 0002 Small group venues to be announced What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you
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Mon 3 Feb 8:30 13:30 Tue 4 Feb 9:00- 10:00 10:15-11:15 11:45 13:45 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2 Day 1 Where 35 0040 35 0040 123 0007 Where 123 0002
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce you to your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event: mock trial What Rock n Roll and Bulges What City bus tour
Thur 6 Feb 14:00 15:30 Sat 8 Feb 9:00 14:00
Where Auditorium, South Campus Where Collect tickets at SRC oce, South Campus before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late
Where Area in front of library South Campus Where Where NMMU Stadium South Campus
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Overview of the Faculty of Science

FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Discovering tomorrow SOUTH CAMPUS BSc (General) BScIS (Computer Science & Information Systems) BSc (Human Movement Science and Biochemistry) NORTH CAMPUS NDip: Analytical Chemistry NDip: Polymer Technology NDip: Agricultural Management NDip: Game Ranch Management NDip: Chemical Process Technology Extended Programmes for: NDip Analytical Chemistry MISSIONVALE CAMPUS Extended Programmes for BSc
Overview of Faculty of Science Orientation Programmes

Welcoming Ceremony Saturday 25 January 2014 Auditorium, South Campus 9:00 10:00: Vice-Chancellors Address Faculty Meet and Greet Auditorium, South Campus 10:00 10:30: Deans Address 11:00 12:00 Departments/Schools Breakaway
All Science academic programmes Auditorium
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Faculty of Science
South Campus
All BSc degrees

Wed 29 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 - 9:00 Where Where 35 0027 What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Nelson Mandela Champion Within Bursaries and Budgets Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility What Compulsory Refresher Maths programme Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Students registered for both Programming fundamentals (WRA101) and Computing fundamentals (WRFC101) Rock n Roll and Bulges Alternative date: Tue 4 Feb North campus 14:0015:30 What Compulsory Refresher Maths programme Student sta fun event
9:00 15:00
Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Wed 5 Feb 9:00 - 11:00 11:30 - 12:30 12:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 9:00 12:00 13:00 - 14:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 123 0007 35 0040 35 0040 Where 35 0101 123 0007 Embizweni 2nd oor: Lab 4
14:00 15:30
Auditorium South Campus Where 35 0101 Venue to be announced
Fri 7 Feb 9:00 12:00 12:30 14:30
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Sat 8 Feb 9:00 -14:00
Where Collect tickets at SRC oce, South Campus before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
What City bus tour
First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social Missionvale Campus
Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
Venue and time to be announced Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late Where NMMU stadium South Campus
Faculty of Science
Extended Programme BSc students

Mon 27 Jan See Registration guide Thur 30 Jan 8:00 - 8:30 Where 519 -0104 (DD106) Where Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues- campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you
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What
8:30 13:30
14:00 15:30 Mon 3 Feb 9:00 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Thur 6 Feb 8:30 9:30
519 -0104 (DD106) Where 519-0104 (DD 106) 519-0104 (DD 106) 519-0104 (DD 106) Where 519 -0104 (DD106)
Rock n Roll and Bulges What Career Portfolio Workshop; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What Meet your Lecturers }} Address by the Faculty Administrator }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and E-mail etiquette }} Referencing and Plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Mon 17 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb
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Faculty of Science
North Campus
Analytical Chemistry Polymer Technology

Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 222 0101 (D101) What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme Subject meetings: only for main stream Analytical Chemistry & Polymer Chemistry students What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 - 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45 Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 11:00
Where 261 0222 (M222) 261 0222 (M222) 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue) Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 222 0101 (D101)
11:00 - 13:00 Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb
222 0101 (D101) Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where
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What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formation }} Sports programme }} First-year social North Campus
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late
Faculty of Science
Agriculture & Game Ranch Management

Tue 28 Jan Fri 31 Jan 8:30 9:00 Where Where 261 0221 (M221) Small group venues to be announced What Registration What Centralised meeting for How2@nmmu Buddy Programme How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 1 By the end of today, you will know: }} what it takes to be a successful student }} how to deal with university challenges }} where to nd your venues - campus tour }} how to use the library }} university terminology }} how to read the timetable }} the resources available to help you What Career Portfolio Development; AccessAbility Bursaries and Budgets Nelson Mandela Champion Within
9:00 - 15:00
Mon 3 Feb 9:00 - 10:00 10:15 11:15 11:45 13:45
Where 261 0222 (M222) 261 0222 (M222) 276 0003 (New Engineering Venue)
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Tue 4 Feb 8:30 13:30 Thur 6 Feb 9:30 13:00
Where Venues to be announced at How2@nmmu Day 1 Where 261 0221 (M221)
What How2@nmmu Buddy Programme Day 2 What Meet your Lecturers }} Lecturers will introduce your modules and cover topics related to your academic programme }} Student-sta fun event }} T-shirt design What City bus tour First-year picnic What Lectures begin What Orientation Academic Sessions: }} How to get the most out of lectures }} Note-taking }} Lecture and e-mail etiquette }} Referencing and plagiarism What Mass Dance Byways to Highways What First-year concert What Campus Life Festival }} Residences formations }} Sports programme }} First-year social
Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb
Where Collect tickets at SRC oce before 8 Feb Venue to be announced Where Where
Wed 19 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb Sat 22 Feb 9:00 late
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Useful contact details @ NMMU

North (N), South (S), Second Ave (2nd Ave) and Missionvale (M) campuses
What Absence from class or tests Absence from examinations Contact Your course lecturer Contact the Exams Oce: Examinations Oce (N) Examinations Oce (2nd Ave) Examinations Oce (M) Examinations (O campus) Postgraduate Examinations (N) Academic problems 1. Your course lecturer 2. Head of Department 3. Dean of Faculty 4. Faculty Administrators 5. Centre for Teaching and Learning 6. Student Counselling 7. Supplemental Instruction Central Admissions Oce 01 OG Foyer 01 OG Foyer Main Entrance Foyer D28 D31 Room Heinz Betz Hall 504 1000 504 1000 504 1210 504 4068 or 3469 504 9968 Tel: 041 -
Refer to Caring for You for contact details 504 1415 504 2513 504 4229 / 3090 504 3224 504 3838 504 1287 504 1415 Refer to p. 26
Accommodation For all residence enquiries and applications Accounts Cashier (S) (Payments & Student Accounts (S) Queries) Cashier (N) Cashier (2nd Ave) Cashier (M) Admissions Central Admissions Oce Assignment Writing Centre on your campus Writing ATM ABSA First National Bank Banks Standard Bank ABSA Nedbank First National Standard Bank Reception (S) Van Schaiks Summerstrand Van Schaiks Second Ave Van Schaiks Missionvale Rehab Secondhand Text Books CNA Pick n Pay (Supermarket)
On campus, next to Kraal (S); next to Food Court (N) On campus, next to Kraal (S) and Sanlam Student Village, University Way On campus, next to Kraal (S) Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre On campus (S): next to Kraal New HMS building 504 2603 (Building 125) Student Village (University Way) Ground Floor, Main Building Technical Services (M) South campus Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre Summerstrand Village Shopping Centre Embizweni next to Student 504 2918 Counselling
Biokinetics Centre Books & Stationery
Centre for Admission and Access Research (CAAR)
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South North Second Missionvale George Campus Drivers Toufeeq Bethanie (S) SRC Goldelds South Academy campusdriversacademy@nmmu.ac.za Computer access Your student card will be activated on registration day. Contact Centre North Campus Main Oce 1 1611 Cultural activities Mr Michael Barry (S) 1 1611 Arts & Culture Student Societies (S) Cultural NMMU choir (S) Activities NMMU choir (N) Cultural Council (M) Please note the NMMU Choir falls under the Marketing Dept Disability Unit South Campus Doctors/dentists Consult Campus Health Services Emergencies Security (S) (all hours) Security (N) Security (2nd Ave) Security (M) Financial Aid Bursaries and loans (N) Oce Bursaries and loans (M) Food Kraal (student cafeteria) (S) Rendezvous (S) Vans Tuck Shop (S) Food Court (N) Cafeteria (M) Residence dining hall Supermarkets Graduate Placement & Co-operative Education International Student Enquiries South North Second Ave Oce for International Education (S) 9 0009
Campus Health Service
504 2174 504 3364 504 3762 504 1374 044 801 5062 504 4286
041 504 1111 504 2508 504 2566 504 2793 0736203784 504 1302 504 1302
504 2562 504 2342 / 2482 (9111 from campus) 504 3636 / 3483 / 6000 504 3710 504 1231 / 1439 504 3182(NSFAS) 504 3096 (Bursaries)
Opposite Admissions
Below library Below International Oce Behind stairs in front of Main Building Near Goldelds Auditorium Arena At residences Village Shopping Centre Embizweni, ground oor, opposite cashier Goldelds (S) 87 01 05 504 2619 504 3540 504 3751 +27 41 504 2161
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Library
Lost Property Post Oce and NMMU Postal Services Sport
Student Counselling, Career & Development Centre Student Records (Academic records, progress reports, change of address, etc) Student societies and clubs Student interests Switchboard
General enquiries (S) General enquiries (N) General enquiries (2nd Ave ) General enquiries (M) Lost property (S) Campus control (M) NMMU Post Oce (S) NMMU Post Oce (N) NMMU Post Oce (M) Sport Bureau (S) Director: Sport (S) Facilities Consultant (S) Sport Manager (M) South Campus North Campus Second Ave Campus Missionvale Campus Student Records (S)
Security Security Main Building, Lower Ground K-Projects 007 D006 Sport Centre Sports Bureau Sports Bureau Arena 09 0002 D Block Y001 D124 09 0142
504 2294 / 4315 504 3410 / 3409 504 3851 / 3486 504 1269 504 2208 504 1231
504 2165 504 2584 504 2555 504 1244 504 2511 504 3222 504 3854 504 1106 504 4699 504 4112
Lynette Roodt SRC All Port Elizabeth campuses
Goldelds (S) 86 0020 Goldelds (S) 86 0013
504 3561 504 2172 / 2171 / 3351 504 1111
Most of these will be pointed out on the campus tour organised as part of the how2@nmmu programme for rst-year students.
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Societies at NMMU
Religious societies ANSOC (Anglican Society) ACTS (Catholic) Wells of Life Athletes in Action HINDU Bahai Faith Muslim Student Association Believers Love World Methsoc Burning Bush Ministries Church of Christ Chi Alpha Campus Ministries 20Twenty destiny Christian Students Students Christian Organization (SCO) Family Christian Fellowship Lutheran Students Forward in Faith Klema His People (Livewire) TASA (Twelve Apostles) Jesus Arena Congsoc NACCS (New Apostolic) RUCC Force UPCSAS SDASM (Seventh Day Adventist Student Association) Zion Christian Student Fellowship Social Responsibility Eleqour (Gay, Lesbian & transgender) SEACC (South Eastern African Climate Consortium) GCI (Green Campus initiative) Student Rights Masinyusane (Tutoring program at schools) Together We Can (Tutoring at schools) Peer Helpers UBUNTU SAIYC Fusion (Disability) Metro Swagger (International Student Events) Alumni Political societies AZASCO (Azanian Student Convention) DASO (DA Student Movement) SASCO (SA Student Congress) Developmental societies AIESEC BMF (Black Management Forum) Toastmasters Investsoc Glam Squad (Modelling and Grooming) SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) Academic societies Agriculture Media Computer SCIENCSO (Science) Teachers in Practice (Education) Industrial & Organisational Psychology Construction Management Tourism GEOS (Geology) Human Resources HMS (Human Movement Science) Marketing Law Students Logistics PEPSA (PE Pharmacy Students Association) Economics Quantity Surveying Social Work SAPASA (SA Public Administration Students Association) Statistics Industrial & Org Society ASS (Architecture Students) Proles (PR Students) Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter ABASA (Advancement of Black Accounting Students) DENOSA (Nursing) Computers Biotech (Biochemistry & Microbiology) Managerial Student Forum (Management Students) Financial Planning
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Troubleshooting guide
(With some fun and some serious causes and solutions!) PROBLEM Nervous about being at varsity POSSIBLE CAUSE Not sure if Ill make it; not sure what to expect Im the rst person in my family to come to varsity Dont know anyone Whats orientation??? Not cool to attend orientation Got better things to do Not registered yet Was busy with Admission or Financial Aid Did not have bus/taxi fare I have a part-time job; had to work No place to stay yet Couldnt nd the orientation venue What test??? Were we writing today? Didnt attend most lectures Turned up at wrong venue Allocated too little time to study SOLUTION Attend orientation; nd your How2 buddy; go to Student Counselling See above Join How2 to make friends quickly; add us on Facebook Contact the orientation team; inbox us. WHAT???!!! Ja, surng 101 will help you pass! Get moving! Join a group asap Find out about late orientation Heard of swopping shifts? Shouldve planned ahead? Ever heard of asking? Use your free NMMU diary - write in it! This is not a correspondence university attend class Make sure you know the venue, join the campus tour in How2! You cant watch ALL the series ALL the time Attend time management workshop see Keys to Success on Student Portal Talk to lecturer; Join SI; form study group; talk to mentor or buddy Its high time you got organized Attend note-taking workshop Attend study workshop - see Keys to Success on Student Portal 0 sucks! Double check ahead of time Provide medical certicate Sorry, no excuse Score points with g/friend - but how will that help you pass Chem 101? Youre a big boy now! Use your diary 0 sucks, hey! Partying until 03:00 the night before is not an option Get up earlier All subjects are important. Attend all classes! Join How2 to make friends quickly Talk to a student counsellor Attend Homesickness Workshop Join a club or society Attend Diversity Workshop Youll survive Absence makes the heart grow fonder Pop in at Financial Aid for assistance Get a loan or bursary, or a part-time job
Missed orientation
Failed a test, module or exam
Didnt understand the work Didnt have the right notes Dont have a good study method Missed a test or an exam Babelas (SA slang for hangover ) Oops! Had the wrong date/time Sick Grandma was sick Test clashed with your hot date Huh? No teachers to remind me? My cat went missing Eish, 7:45 is too early! Not an important subject Feeling homesick No friends
Missed lectures
Dont have the nances to pay for the rest of my course
Dierent culture Missing Mamas food Missing my boyfriend Course fees dont come cheap Did not make provision long ago Parents do not have the means
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Didnt do well in assignment
Dont know what to expect in tests/ exams Dont understand section of the work
Dont know where to nd notes on NMMU intranet Didnt get a DP
Speak to your lecturer ahead of time Visit the Writing Centre Oops, didnt know I was supposed to Plagiarism is a BIG no, no! reference Read referencing rules see Infowise Didnt know lecturers subtract marks for Get organized! late submission Use your free NMMU diary Academic terminology not clear haaibo, Talk to other students or SI Leader cant lecturers speak plain English? Read, read, read. Lost course outline Being organised contributes to success Didnt attend lectures Speak to lecturer, buddy, mentor or seniors Lecturer was vague about test Get hold of old question papers (library or intranet) Didnt attend class Lifes tough, hey attending lectures is your job, old chap. Lecturer doesnt explain the work properly Consult lecturer & other students Attend SI Prep for class - pre & post read Dont know how to use the intranet or Attend How2 the NMMU portal Ask lab assistant for help Whats a DP? Didnt hand in assignment Failed class tests Poor attendance Received a warning! Failing your subjects. Find out sooner rather than later Yeah, you should have done it! See you next year bud. So you didnt know you get marks for attending lectures? See a student counsellor at your campus Join a study group or attend a study skills workshop Speak to a student counsellor Attend a study skills workshop
Wasnt sure what to do
Excluded from exam (EBEIT) Poor study skills
Not checking your NMMU e-mails Dont know photocopying system Not enjoying my course
Dont know what your learning style is This is not high school parrot fashion does not work Studying the night before is not studying Do we have e-mail? So now you know Not sure how Ask your buddy or lab assistant Using your personal e-mail (gmail etc) Failing to check NMMU mail will result in missing out on important information Not familiar with NMMU system Ask your How2 buddy Dont understand the work or course Its not what I thought it would be Not my rst choice Not challenging enough A girl I liked was doing the course Because my dad said so Didnt have enough information Followed the money instead of my passion That depends. See your buddy or SI leader See a Student Counsellor Shes dating your best friend look where that got you! Dads can be tough. See a Student Counsellor See a Student Counsellor Eish! Develop personal skills beyond the classroom Develop yourself holistically Get good general knowledge Join a club or society; become buddy, mentor or SI leader Work hard from rst year Develop yourself from rst year Get a part time job; visit Graduate Placement oce
Wrong course choice
Will I get a job when I graduate?
Poor academic record Poor planning for after graduation No work experience
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thrive How to survive in 1
st
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10 guidelines that you should follow to make the best of your time at varsity:
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What the students say!
What advice would you give someone starting at NMMU?

1. Get involved. The more you put in, the more you get out. 2. Keep a sense of humour. When youre lost, lonely or dont have a clue as to what your lecturer is rambling on about, smile because at least youre at university and you will have something to laugh about after youve graduated. 3. Keep your eye on the prize and that should be your qualication. 4. Rely on your intuition. Your gut instinct will tell you if something is good or bad for you. 5. Ask. At varsity youre encouraged and expected to ask questions. Get used to doing it because it will help you for the rest of your life. 6. Maintain a balance. All work and no play, makes Frik, Matt or Thabo a dull boy. 7. Embrace diversity. Relish the opportunities of meeting students oh-so dierent to yourself. 8. Volunteer. Try something new. Oer your help. Youll be amazed by what you learn and who you meet. 9. Be responsible. For every action theres a consequence. 10. Eat, drink and be merry in moderation. You want to remember the good times, dont you?
TheHow2 experience was exciting and challenging. It was a great tool to help me become more diverse and interactive. I have learnt a great number of interesting things and metfascinating people. Thanks to theHow2 experience ...Vivala experience... Tashriek Fondling, Information Technology, North Campus Starting rst year can be very daunting, new faces, new environment, new ways of doing things. The How2 experience was very informative and saved me a lot of time in terms of knowing where to go to, who to go to and how to go about doing things ... Denitely worthwhile! DarelleYon, BPsych, South Campus My How2 1st year experience was really wonderful. It is one of the days I will always remember it has made a positive impact on my studies here in NMMU. I remember, I had no idea what we were going to do, in fact I had this pre-conceived thought that it would be one of those events where we would have to sit for a long time listening to what dierent speakers would have to say in orientating us. However, it turned out to be something totally unexpected. It was lively,I interacted with dierent people and everybody was friendly!I liked thetechnique, for lack of a better word, that was used toconvey the information to us.I alsoremember how helpful the leaders of my group were. Abigail Ndlovu, Construction Management Economics, North Campus
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Unocial guide to NMMU

On the go
Transport
BY plane
Airport:The Port Elizabeth airport is about a tenminute drive from the university. You can get to NMMU by cab or shuttle. There is no bus or mini-bus service from the airport. Cab services: Air Taxi 0822113874; Beach Cab 0834761079; Sisa 076 4260145; Hunter Cabs 041 5855500. Shuttle: Blunden 041-4514803; Van Rensburg Shuttle Services 041 5834435 or 0836543242 Alternatively, enquire at the Info Centre at the airport. Cab services: See telephone numbers under Airport information. costs R6 to travel from Greenacres to the city centre, and a further R8 to travel from town to NMMU.
BY train
Train station: The Algoa Bus Service (see above), as well as the mini-bus taxi service runs from the Norwich Terminal across the road from the train station. Alternatively, you can take a cab. For cab numbers, see Airport information. Please note: Like in any big city, travel after dark is not recommended. During the day, students are advised to take care of their belongings. If arriving by train, it is advisable to stay inside the station until your cab arrives.
BY bus
Bus station: The main long-distance bus services travelling to Port Elizabeth are Translux, Greyhound, Intercape and Roadlink. They all stop at, or close to, Greenacres Shopping Centre. You can travel from Greenacres to NMMU with Algoa Bus Service, the citys public bus service, or by cab or mini-bus taxi.
Public bus service

Algoa Bus Service: 041 404 1200 or 080 142 1444 (free call for timetable information). A public bus service runs from Virgin Active (opposite Greenacres in Ring Road) to NMMU. The buses run daily to NMMU (except on Sundays) from 08.25 to 18:15, but more frequently in the morning. The name at the front of the bus will read NMMU or number 0. It costs about R10 to travel from Greenacres to NMMU.
Cab
See telephone numbers under Airport information.
Minibus taXi
The minibus taxi services runs from Greenacres (outside Mr Price), between 8:00 and 18:00. They will transport you to the city centre (Norwich terminal), where you transfer to a taxi that will take you to the university. Because of the change, this service is not recommended for a rst-time visitor. It
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Eating in, eating out

Feeding the inner man / woman is pretty important, so weve put together students favourite food spots.
Eating in
If youre stuck for time, and you need a quick bite to eat then head for: Madibaz, Rendezvous, Cassies and Flavas Halaal Cafe at South Campus next to the Kraal Vans Tuckshop at the taxi rank at South Campus Flavas Halaal Caf & The Deli at the North Campus Cafeteria 2nd Avenue cafeteria Missionvale Campus cafeteria in the Student Life Centre Fruit vendors who pop up near the various campuses
For bigger appetites at a reasonable cost, theres: The Boardwalk, which has many restaurants Blue Waters Caf La Vela Cafe The Mediterranean Primi Piatti Ocean Basket John Dorys Spur
BooZin and cruisin

And when your thirst and hunger need a boost, you might want to check out the following hotspots: Barneys Tavern Finnezz The College Coco de Mer Castros Balizza Gondwanas Captains bar and grill The Godfather (Korsten)
BuYing in
NMMUs main campuses are within walking distance of two major retailers Pick n Pay at Summerstrand Village, and Spar at the Mercado Centre in Admiralty Road. Govan Mbeki Road has major retail outlets where you can purchase a variety of groceries.
Show me the money

Most campuses have automatic teller machines, but for those that dont, Summerstrand Village and Summerbreeze are home to most banking groups.
Food on the move

All the major fast food outlets can be found at various points in Nelson Mandela Bay, but there is a drivethrough McDonalds in Beach Road, Summerstrand. Theres also KFC & Barneys, located on the Shark Rock Pier. Great sh and chips are available from Fish Tales at Summerstrand Village. There are many other franchises such as KFC, Wimpy, Debonairs, and Steers, located mainly in the Boardwalk or Summerstrand area. Mr Delivery, KFC and Debonairs Pizza are well known for their delivery services, give them a try.
Show me entertainment
Student life is not just about studying, eating and boozingthere are other forms of entertainment, namely: Boardwalk (Summerstrand): movies, ten pin bowling, go karts, putt putt, game arcade, casino, Lightouse pool area, etc. Walmer Park Shopping Centre and Greenacres Shopping Centre have movie theatres and many restaurants Karaoke at the Boardwalk and Captains Bayworld and Museum in Marine Drive Seaview Lion and Game Park Opera House in Central has many theatre performances all year round Paintball entertainment in and around PE The PE beaches - loads of free fun in the sun
Eating out
If you just fancy something light, reasonable and close by, then try: Kaffeine Espresso Bar Romans pizza Charlies Nandos Steers Fish Tales Fish Aways For more restaurants, refer to Food on the move section
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Show me the shops

Walmer Park Shopping Centre Greenacres Shopping Centre Cleary Park Shopping Centre Pier 14 Shopping Centre Govan Mbeki Street has many shops that oer variety and aordability
Show me the health care

Bay Medical Centre (Summerstrand) Mercantile Hospital (Korsten) Greenacres Hospital (Greenacres) Provincial Hospital (Mount Croix) St Georges Life Hospital (St Georges Park) Livingstone Hospital (Korsten) Dora Nginza Hospital (Zwide)
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Social Media Guidelines for Students

You may not realise it, but responsible use of social media is a very important issue. When communicating on social media channels, you are potentially putting yourself out there for the world to see not just your friends as you may think. Here are some guidelines to help you to act responsibly as an NMMU student.
Dos:
}} }} }} }} Post your accomplishments and achievements Display your passions! Show your service Share your travels
Donts
}} }} }} }} Indicate any illegal activity Expose too much skin Parade your personal displays of aection Be overly negative
Facebook privacy settings

Do you know how to change your Facebook privacy settings? Have you ever considered the fact that people you dont even know are able to view your Facebook prole and every status update, comment, or photo you post or get tagged in? Have you ever considered the fact that your lecturers, professors, advisors, parents, employers, etc. can view everything you post on Facebook? Ten points to remember when posting on social media channels: 1. Will anyone really care about this content besides me? 2. Will I oend anyone with this content? If so, who? And does it matter? 3. Is this appropriate for a social portal, or would it best be communicated another way? 4. How many times have I already posted something today? 5. Did I use the spell check? 6. Will I be OK with absolutely anyone seeing this? 7. Is this post too vague? Will everyone understand what Im saying? 8. Am I using this as an emotional dumping ground? Should I maybe use a dierent outlet? 9. Am I using too many abbreviations in this post and starting to sound like a teenager? 10. Is this reactive communication or is it well thought-out? NB! If you bring the university into ill-repute in your social media posts, you may nd yourself with disciplinary action being taken against you. So please think before you post and remember that your personal brand could be at stake! Like us on Facebook (NMMU4U) Follow us on Twitter (NMMU4U) Watch us on YouTube (NMMUonTube)
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Safety and Security @NMMU

While the university does its best to ensure your safety on campus, you also have a role to play. Be watchful of your belongings, do not display valuable items in public and take precautions to avoid placing yourself at risk. Theft is the most common crime on campus. The best means of prevention is to reduce or remove the opportunity. Criminals are particularly interested in students since students tend to have expensive laptop computers, cell phones and i-pods and other gadgets and all of these things are light, portable and very easy to sell and convert into cash. So dont make yourself a vulnerable and easy victim. NMMU is fully committed to maintaining a stable and safe environment to allow students to study with peace of mind. However, your safety is also largely your responsibility. Take care.
ANONYMOUS CRIME LINE NUMBER 041- 5049998
Emergencies
Call 041 504 2009 Save this number on your mobile phone
Road Safety @NMMU

Trac on campus is very busy. Pedestrians are more vulnerable than motorists Take care when you cross the road Cross at the pedestrian crossing Dont just walk across; check for oncoming vehicles Only start walking when the motorist has stopped Be courteous and say thank you!
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Plan your personal orientation programme here

Add dates and times My personal orientation programme
Date and time (Check your programme dates and venues) Event Venue
Academic orientation
Welcoming Ceremony and Faculty Meet & Greet Registration Meet your lecturers How2@nmmu Introductory lecture Maths Refresher (BSc and BSc Mechatronics) Note-taking How to get the most out of lectures Referencing & plagiarism Developing your career portfolio Lecture and email etiquette Student-sta fun event
Wellness events
Rock n Roll and Bulges Bursaries and Budgets
Social, cultural and sport events

Byways to Highways (societies expo) City bus tour First-year picnic Campus life festival Sport programme First-year social
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Caring for you..............................................16

General guide to NMMU

Message from the Vice-Chancellor

respect for the natural

Faculty administration information

Academic events (all compulsory)

Social, cultural and sports events

Rock n Roll & Bulges Budgets and bursaries AccessAbility

FacultY Meet and Greet

HOW2@NMMU BUDDY PROGRAMME

MEET YOUR LECTURERS

INTRODUCTION TO REFERENCING & PLAGIARISM

NELSON MANDELA CHAMPION WITHIN (NMCW)

How to get the most out of lectures

Lecture AND E-MAIL EtiQuette

Student - Staff Fun Event

COMPUTER LAB SESSION

Career Portfolio Development

MASS LINE DANCE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY (EPA)

CitY bus tour

FIRST YEAR picnic

Social, cultural and sport events

Your Moves in Computer Labs

Bursaries AND Budgets

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES / SPECIAL NEEDS

THINKING OF CHANGING YOUR COURSE?

Important information for Computer Modules

Application for EXemption

Computing Fundamentals (WRFC101)

Scheduling of Lectures and Practicals into personal timetable

Caring for you

Central Admissions Oce Campus South

Arts and Culture

Campus Health Service

NMMU Contact Centre

Graduate Placement and Co-operative Education

Do you know about our Scholar Merit scheme?

Questions about your student fees or account?

How does not paying your account aect you?

Library and Information Services

Oce for International Education

Services oered by the OIE:

Student Counselling, Career and Development Centre (SCCDC)

Who are we?

Student Governance and Development

BtC Beyond the Classroom Leadership Development

The University Shop corporate gift and clothing store

Students with disabilities

VENUES @ NMMU EXPLAINED

Overview of the Faculty of Arts

Overview of Faculty of Arts Orientation Programmes

Faculty Meet and Greet

See Registration guide

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Follow lecture timetable Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb Where

Follow lecture timetable

Thur 20 Feb 12:05 13:05 Fri 21 Feb

Where In front of library, South Campus Where

Introductory Studies Programme and Extended 1 and 2

Sat 8 Feb 9:15 14:00 14:00 17:00 Mon 10 Feb

Follow lecture timetable Mon 10 Feb Fri 14 Feb Where