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Partnerships
Partnerships and Agreements
The Directorate facilitates the development and management of strategic partnerships with universities, government institutions, industry partners and international organisations.
These partnerships support joint research initiatives, academic exchanges, conferences, capacity development programmes and collaborative projects aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
Partnerships and Agreements
Institutional Partnerships
The Directorate of Internationalisation and Partnerships facilitates the development and management of strategic partnerships with universities, government institutions, industry partners and international organisations.
These partnerships support:
Joint research initiatives
Academic collaboration
Student and staff exchanges
Capacity development programmes
Joint conferences and academic events
Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs)
The Directorate coordinates the development, review and monitoring of institutional agreements such as:
Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs)
Memorandum of Agreement (MoAs)
Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
List of Some of our MoUs | ||
No. | Linkage/Collaboration/Partnership | Focus Areas |
1. | Muhimbili University of Health Allied Sciences, Tanzania | Learning and Teaching, Research collaboration, community engagement (Including staff and student exchange programs) |
2. | Bowen University, Nigeria | Research Collaboration |
3. | University of Lagos, Nigeria | Staff and student exchange, curriculum exchange and development, joint supervision of postgraduate students. Learning and Teaching, Research and Community Engagement |
4. | Korea Institute of Toxicology | Research Collaboration, Staff and student exchange |
5. | National Manpower development secretariat, Lesotho | Joint conference, staff exchange
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6. | Nelson Mandela University, Walter Sisulu University, Great Zimbabwe University, National University of Lesotho | Teaching and Learning; Research and Community Engagement |
7. | OsloMet | Student Exchange |
8. | Coventry University, UK | Joint supervision of postgraduate students; student and staff exchange programs |
9. | Lagos State University | Learning and Teaching, Research collaboration, community engagement (Including staff and student exchange programs) |
10. | KPH Graz and Funda Trust, Austria | Research collaboration, staff and student exchange programs |
11. | Medical University of Graz, Austria | Student Exchange
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12. | University of Stirling, UK | Joint development and delivery of research projects |
13. | Kristiania University College-Norway | Research development, staff and student exchange programs |
14. | University of Mahatma Ghandi, INDIA | Research collaboration, sharing knowledge and human capital development |
15. | Pan African Information Communication Technology Association NPC (PAICTA) | Provide Training, Support, Registration, Research Collaboration |
16. | EU - Erasmus+ Program | Funding of staff and student exchange programs |
17. | Rivers State University (RSU) | Research Collaboration, staff and student exchange, research and teaching, Joint Masters and Doctoral programs |
These agreements create frameworks for collaboration between the University and partner institutions.
Examples of partnerships include collaborations with:
Copperbelt University – Zambia
Henan Polytechnic Institute – China
Mahatma Gandhi University – India
Medical University of Graz – Austria
National Youth Development Agency – South Africa
These partnerships support academic exchange, research collaboration and international engagement initiatives.
Staff and Student Mobility
The Directorate facilitates international mobility opportunities for staff and students to promote academic collaboration, knowledge exchange and global engagement.
International mobility programmes contribute to the internationalisation of teaching, research and learning at the University by strengthening partnerships with institutions across the world.
Students and staff interested in mobility opportunities can access application information through the University's international office and partner programme platforms.
For more information about international opportunities and mobility programmes, visit the
Walter Sisulu University International Office website:
https://www.wsu.ac.za
Outbound Mobility
Outbound mobility programmes enable WSU staff and students to participate in international academic and professional activities. These opportunities support the development of global competencies, research collaboration and professional growth.
Outbound mobility activities may include:
Academic exchange programmes
Research collaboration with international partners
Participation in international conferences
Professional development programmes and training
Students and staff interested in participating in outbound mobility programmes can explore opportunities through international mobility and scholarship platforms such as:
Erasmus+ Programme
https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.euGerman Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarships
https://www.daad.deNational Research Foundation of South Africa International Mobility Grants
https://www.nrf.ac.za
Applicants are encouraged to consult their faculty and the Internationalisation and Partnerships Directorate for guidance on eligibility and application procedures.
Inbound Mobility
The Directorate also facilitates inbound mobility by hosting international academics, researchers and students who visit the University for teaching, research and academic exchange.
Inbound mobility initiatives strengthen institutional partnerships and promote knowledge sharing between WSU and international institutions.
International students who wish to participate in mobility or exchange programmes at WSU can access information and application guidelines via the University’s international education page:
WSU International Education:
https://www.wsu.ac.za/internationalisation-partnerships-directorate
One example of inbound mobility collaboration is the partnership with the
Medical University of Graz, where international medical students participated in clinical placements in hospitals in East London. These programmes enhance cross-cultural learning and strengthen international academic cooperation.
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL)
In addition to physical mobility, the University promotes Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) as a form of virtual mobility. COIL enables students and academics from different countries to collaborate on shared coursework, projects and discussions through online platforms.
COIL programmes allow students to gain international exposure without travelling and support inclusive access to global learning opportunities. Through virtual collaboration with international partner institutions, students develop intercultural communication skills, global awareness and digital collaboration competencies.
Staff members interested in developing COIL partnerships or integrating COIL into their teaching are encouraged to contact the Internationalisation and Partnerships Directorate for support and guidance.
