UJ Faculty of Humanities

UJ Faculty of Humanities With a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree you will learn to communicate, to solve problems and to think critically and analytically.

BA graduates are highly skilled and able to work in almost any field. The private sector is constantly on the look-out for successful graduates to take up positions in middle management because it values the proficiency in problem-solving and communications that a student develops while studying for a BA. The ability to think critically and imaginatively and to convey ideas clearly is valued in an

y profession. The Faculty of Humanities strives to:

-Train high-level Humanities students by ensuring that the teaching programmes are internationally competitive and locally relevant;

-Produce outstanding teaching and research outputs in the Humanities by employing the best possible academics and supporting staff and developing and utilising them to their full potential;

-Apply management principles, guidelines, processes and practices to maintain and improve excellent academic achievements in the field of teaching and research;

-Ensure by our achievements and services that values are strived at to the benefit of the individual, the University and the community we serve;

-Significantly enrich students with the unique added values offered by studies in the Humanities


Vision
A premier Faculty of Humanities, committed to excellence in scholarship and tuition, and to the ideals of human dignity, freedom of expression and the pursuit of knowledge, in order to advance our understanding and to increase the social good. Mission
We are committed to:
-High quality programmes;
-Innovative and committed teaching;
-Illustrious research outputs;
-Public, intellectual activities;
-An intellectually stimulating and culturally diverse environment

Values

-Academic distinction;
-Integrity and respect for diversity and human dignity;
-Academic freedom and accountability;
-Individuality and collective effort;
-Creation and dissemination of new knowledge

18/10/2025

A well deserved congratulations to our very own Prof Rene Benecke on being awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award (on her contribution in the PR and Communication) at the .👏👏👏🎓🎓🧡🙌

17/10/2025

Here are some perspectives from a UJ postgraduate student, Ibrahim Lukombe. 🩵🙌

17/10/2025

Here are some insights from an academia standpoint. 🩵🙌

Day 2 of the Summit Academic Plenary which consisted of speakers; scholars, innovators, and storytellers redefining PR...
17/10/2025

Day 2 of the Summit Academic Plenary which consisted of speakers; scholars, innovators, and storytellers redefining PR.

Facilitated by Dr. Sifiso Zondo, Prof Rene Benecke and Ibrahim Lukombe (UJ Postgrad student) well represented the School of Communication. 👏👏👏🩵

The SARChI Chair: African Diplomacy & Foreign Policy and the Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership (CADL) in colla...
17/10/2025

The SARChI Chair: African Diplomacy & Foreign Policy and the Centre for African Diplomacy and Leadership (CADL) in collaboration with Department of Politics and International Relations (DPIR) cordially invite all UJ students and staff to a Seminar titled: Decolonial Theory and Constitution-Making

SPEAKER: Prof Stephanie Lawson is Professor of Politics and International Relations at Macquarie University, Sydney, Senior Research Associate under the Department of Politics and International Relations, Faculty of Humanities at the University of Johannesburg, and Honorary Professor with the State, Society and Governance in Melanesia project at the Australian National University.

She has previously held teaching and research positions at the University of New England, the Australian National University, the University of East Anglia, and the University of Birmingham.

Professor Lawson is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia, a past president of the Australian Political Studies Association, and the current President of the Pacific Islands Political Studies Association.

Her research and publications span comparative and international politics, normative theory, and Asia-Pacific studies, with a focus on nationalism, ethnic politics, democracy, and human rights in cross-cultural contexts. She has written extensively on politics in the Southwest Pacific. Her most recent book, Regional Politics in Oceania: From Colonialism and Cold War to the Pacific Century (2024), explores the historical and contemporary dynamics shaping the Pacific region.

🗓️ DATE: 22 Oct 2025
⏰ TIME: 12:00 – 13:30
📍 VENUE Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) Cartoon Room, 1 Tolip St, Westdene, Johannesburg

To RSVP, click HERE
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zVp4-u82vEGKlImEEyfgRSZhSSrUU6xFmEearxtswl1UQjQzQlIzOFFCRlg0SkMyTzlMS1NWQ0pOOC4u

17/10/2025

Here’s what Dr. Caroline Azionya, from an academia point of view had to say.

Snaps 📸 of the Summit day 1 yesterday. The Department of Strategic Communication was well represented by Dr. Caroline ...
17/10/2025

Snaps 📸 of the Summit day 1 yesterday.
The Department of Strategic Communication was well represented by Dr. Caroline Azionya (Senior lecturer and PRISA President-Elect).

You are warmly invited to join the Department of Strategic Communication as we host a special 20th Celebration Memorial ...
14/10/2025

You are warmly invited to join the Department of Strategic Communication as we host a special 20th Celebration Memorial Lecture in honour of Prof Sonja Verwey, a visionary leader and pioneer in the field of Strategic Communication. This memorial lecture will celebrate Prof Verwey’s lasting impact on research, leadership, and the practice of strategic communication.

The Sonja Verwey Memorial Lecture

THEME
✲ The Legacy of Strategic Communication as Lived by Prof Sonja Verwey

🗓️ DATE ✲ 20 October 2025
📍VENUE✲ University of Johannesburg Library, Alan Paton Auditorium, Level 3, APK Campus
🕑TIME ✲ 13:00 – 15:00

REGISTRATION LINK
✲ https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gh2JWCwrST6MVTbQop8tNA WEBINAR LINK
✲ https://zoom.us/s/95821081873

SPEAKERS
🔸Dr Clarissa Muir: Convenor and MC Prof Nina de Klerk: “Reflecting on research for transformation and growth”
🔸Byron John: “From theory to practice in a dynamic organisational context”
🔸Dr Caven Masuku: “A life of listening, leading and learning”
🔸Phumzile Mnisi: “Wisdom in action - building relationships and partnerships”

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The Department of Strategic Communication in collaboration with the APK Library Podcast Studio proudly presents Women in...
14/10/2025

The Department of Strategic Communication in collaboration with the APK Library Podcast Studio proudly presents Women in PR: Leading Responsibly, a new and powerful: PODCCAST SERIES

PODCAST OVERVIEW:
📌Explore the powerful journeys of women shaping Public Relations with integrity and impact
📌A compelling podcast series through the lens of Responsible Leadership
📌Discover insights on leadership, ethics, resilience, and the future of strategic communication from trailblazing women driving change in the PR industry

Join the conversation and share in the future of PR TUNE INTO:
🔸Learn how women leaders embody responsibility in PR Hear inspiring stories of overcoming challenges and leading with purpose
🔸Engage with new perspectives on inclusive and ethical leadership

Podcast 🎙️ Hosts: ✅Thabisile Phumo ✅Dalien Rene Benecke ✅Caroline Azionya

Listen on SoundCloud.com:
https://m.soundcloud.com/the-university-of-johannesburg?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5PsyS4T5AEouzSiIZX47PY?si=HtIxuRyrSvSktiAHj2bpgw&nd=1&dlsi=f92a6cd1368c46b8

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Happening now! 🚀🧡 🧡 🧡 🧡
14/10/2025

Happening now! 🚀

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INVITATION 📩The SARChI Chair: African Diplomacy & Foreign Policy in collaboration with Qatar-South Africa Centre for Pea...
14/10/2025

INVITATION 📩

The SARChI Chair: African Diplomacy & Foreign Policy in collaboration with Qatar-South Africa Centre
for Peace and Intercultural Understanding invites you to a roundtable discussion titled:
Women in Peace Diplomacy and Mediation

The University of Johannesburg encourages academic debate and discussion that are conducted in a manner that upholds respectful interaction, safety of all involved, and freedom of association as enshrined in the law, the Constitution, and within the boundaries of the University policies. The views expressed during events are expressed in a personal capacity and do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Johannesburg.

�✅ PANELIST 1: H.E. Hanan Jarrar Ambassador of the State of Palestine
�✅ PANELIST 2: Ms. Nawal Ahmed Mukhtar Ahmed Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of the Republic
of Sudan
�✅ PANELIST 3: H.E. Ambassador Androulla Kaminara George University in Qatar
�✅ PANELIST 4: H.E. María del Rosario Mina-Rojas Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia
�✅ PANELIST 5: H.E. Karima Bardaoui Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia

MODERATOR: Prof. Erin McCandless Acting Director, Qatar-South Africa CPIU

🗓️ DATE: 28 October 2025
🕑 TIME: 12:00-14:00, followed by a reception
📍 VENUE: Chinua Achebe Auditorium Level 6, Kingsway Campus Library, Auckland Park
and Zoom

REGISTER:
Hybrid event. Click HERE
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wlAM8R1qRsm7EBvxYHm-Fg

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Happening today and tomorrow! 🚀SARChI Chair Of African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy , We are pleased to invite you to a ...
14/10/2025

Happening today and tomorrow! 🚀

SARChI Chair Of African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy , We are pleased to invite you to a conference titled :
Reimagining African Sovereignty in a Multipolar World: Strengthening Diplomacy, Security, and Global Influence.

🗓️Date: 14–15 October 2025
🕑Time:08:00-16:00 ( Central African Time )
📍Venue: Johannesburg Business School (JBS) ,69 Kingsway Avenue , Aukland park, Johannesburg ,2092

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