Data Science in the Press
Intelligent responses needed for artificial intelligence
Prof Ruksana Osman talks to University World News about how the advent of new open artificial intelligence (AI) models and the implications for teaching, learning and assessment practices have in recent months been the topic of many debates in institutions of higher learning across the world.
The postgraduate blueprint for a future that works
The imperative to wear many “hats” to solve problems and advance in every field needs a multi-disciplinary approach, often in one turnkey role, which makes multi-skilling the new multi-tasking in a multi-role workplace. Postgraduate study is a powerful career enabler in this environment. As Tumai Murombo, Professor of Law at Wits University puts it, “The silos need to be broken down. We have reached a point where law is not law, engineering is not engineering and science is not science.” Fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics and Machine Learning as well as Law are at the forefront of breaking down these silos to create future professions. Click to read more.
Wits hosts unique e-Science teaching platform
In 2016, the Department of Science and Technology (DST) identified the need to establish a multi-institutional National e-Science Postgraduate Teaching and Training Platform (NEPTTP). This platform exists to develop human capital with the knowledge and skills to conduct cutting-edge research in the field of e-Science – in line with the South African Research Infrastructure Roadmap (SARIR), the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and others. Click to Read More
Bursaries
Competitive DSI-NICIS MSc bursaries, covering tuition, accommodation and stipend, are made available by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) to qualifying offer holders with a record of excellent academic achievement. Priority for bursaries will be given to South African Citizens and Permanent Residents. Make certain that you have applied to your Institution of choice by the applicable closing dates.