
Graduate Obtains PhD in Record Time!
Not only is Dr Damien Kunjal celebrating graduating with his PhD in Finance at the age of 26, he also adds completing this qualification in the record time of two years to his list of achievements!
Not only is Dr Damien Kunjal celebrating graduating with his PhD in Finance at the age of 26, he also adds completing this qualification in the record time of two years to his list of achievements!
Master of Laws (LLM) in Labour Law graduate, Ms Lulu Dlamini’s research explores the topical issue of the validity of medical certificates issued by traditional health practitioners in the workplace.
Reverend Sthembiso Ndlela of uMsinga’s Gordon Memorial Congregation graduated with a Master of Commerce in Leadership Studies.
Master of Commerce students Ms Lindiwe Mkhize, Mr Luntu Phillip, Ms Nobukhosi Shezi, Ms Jolanda Kuzwayo and Ms Gugu Nzuza under supervision of Graduate School of Business and Leadership’s (GSB&L) Dr Nomkhosi Luthuli celebrated their academic success during UKZN’s 2023 Autumn Graduation ceremonies.
The need to enhance her legal knowledge in order to help children in her role as a practicing social worker in child protection at Cape Town’s Marsh Memorial Homes Child and Youth Care Centre is what motivated Ms Jerusha Raghubar to pursue a Master of Laws in Child Care and Protection.
Mr Larry Seethal (66) of Seethal Attorneys – a Port Shepstone based legal firm– passed the Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Investigation and Criminal Justice (PDFICJ) with distinction!
With aspirations of pursuing a career in academia, South African Revenue Service (SARS) Finance Business Partner, Ms Sithandiwe (Stha) Mdhluli is taking her first step towards that goal by graduating with a Master’s in Financial Accounting.
Graduates, Mr Drè Dhanilal, Ms Nikhat Hoosen, Ms Raeesah Jhavary, Ms Zahra Kajee, Mr Kiash Sewpersad and Ms Humairaa Moosa are excited about exploring the avenues that their qualifications will open for them.
Ms Thandeka Duma, who is a practising attorney at Refugee Appeal Authority of South Africa at the Department of Home Affairs chose to pursue an LLM in Constitutional Litigation to broaden her knowledge in this field.
A total of 17 LLB candidates from UKZN’s School of Law graduated cum laude, a feat the School celebrated during its Graduation ceremonies.
Doctor of Business Administration graduates Dr Neville Chinniah, Dr Kavisha Nandhlal, Dr Praline Ann Ross as well as PhD in Leadership Studies Dr Michael Naidoo, Dr Carol Nxumalo, and Dr Nokuphiwa Zondi’s research aims to contribute new knowledge on the impact of rapid technological changes and innovations on the workforce, local government, leadership and education in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
Law summa cum laude graduates, Ms Megan Canning, Ms Payal Maharaj, Ms Fathima Zahra Patel, Ms Mishka Ramraj, Mr Tarun Sham and Ms Celeste Pillay describe graduating at the top of their class as a reward for their hard work and dedication.
Four students in the 2022 cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Investigation and Criminal Justice (PDFICJ) Programme graduated with distinctions despite being senior students with heavy responsibilities in their respective portfolios.
The College of Law and Management Studies celebrated the graduation of School of Chemistry and Physics School Operations Manager, Ms Antoinette Botha, with a Master of Commerce in Leadership Studies.
Captain Knowledge Bengu, Commander of South Africa’s ice-breaking vessel, the SA Agulhas II, graduated with a Master of Commerce in Maritime Studies.