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26 January 2022
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Story Rulanzen Martin
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Photo University of the Western Cape
The late Prof Jaap Durand.
The management of the University of the Free State (UFS) is saddened to learn of the passing of Prof Jaap Durand, revered theological academic and author. Prof Durand obtained his master’s degree from the UFS and received an honorary doctorate in Philosophy from the UFS in 2004.
Prof Durand has had a colourful career as academic, writer, and struggle activist: from Professor of Systematic Theology and Dean of the Faculty of Theology at the University of the Western Cape to Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the same university. He also served as the ombudsman of Stellenbosch University from 2002 to 2003.
During his life, Prof Durand was a unifier and a critical voice, speaking out against injustice. He has also authored several books, including Dit is amper dag; Evolusie, wetenskap en geloof, and Protesstem.
The UFS joins the higher education community in mourning and is deeply saddened by the loss of such a great theologian and academic. We wish to convey our deepest condolences to Prof Durand’s family, friends, and loved ones during this time.
Applications for study in 2017 extended
2016-11-10
The closing date for applications for study in 2017 has been extended to 30 November 2016. The application fee of R260 for 2017 has been waived.
This extension only applies to non-selection programmes, as the following selection courses have already closed for 2017 applications (closing date in brackets):
- Architecture (31 May 2016)
- Health Sciences - MBChB and Allied Health Professions (31 May 2016)
- Quantity Surveying / Construction Management (31 July 2016)
- Nursing (29 July 2016)
- Geology / Forensic Sciences (30 September 2016)
- Social Work (30 September 2016)
New applicants can visit www.ufs.ac.za/apply to access this system.