North-West University
Green Education Ranking
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About North-West University
North-West University, established in 2004 through the merger of several historically significant institutions, embodies South Africa's post-apartheid spirit of reconciliation and nation-building. With campuses inherited from Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education, the University of the North-West, and the Sebokeng Campus of Vista University, it remains committed to fostering unity among its diverse student body. In pursuit of its vision as an internationally recognized institution, North-West University emphasizes engaged scholarship, social responsiveness, and a culture of care. Boasting the distinction of being South Africa's second-largest university, it serves a student population of 68,000, with a strong representation of women and African students across its eight faculties. Multilingualism, including English, Afrikaans, and Setswana, is integral to its educational ethos, supported by classroom interpreters where needed. The university's commitment to research excellence is evident in its Research Centres of Excellence and research units, addressing areas such as space research, tourism, reformation theology, and community law. Programs like the Farm Labour and General Health initiative underscore its dedication to improving the well-being of rural communities, while the Centre for Community Law provides valuable legal support and guidance.
About World Green University Ranking
World
Green University Ranking 2024 is a
scholarly acknowledgment of educational
institutions standing at the forefront of
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and
leading the Green Education Transformation
(Education 6.0).
World Green University Ranking classifies
universities based on the six pillars of the
Holistic Green Education Framework, including
leadership governance, curriculum, innovation,
facilities, human capital, and community
partnerships.
The methodology employed in our Green Education Ranking is designed relying on the six pillars of the Holistic Green Education Framework. Each pillar contributes to the institution’s overall score, with a carefully assigned weight reflecting its significance in fostering sustainability. The total weight of the six pillars collectively amounts to 100%, signifying a balanced evaluation across critical dimensions of Green Education. Within each pillar, various standards are carefully assessed, with weights ranging between 1 and 2, emphasizing the varying importance of each criterion. This nuanced approach ensures a holistic evaluation and offers an insightful measure of universities commitment to Green Education Transformation (Education 6.0).
# | Six Pillars of Green Education Framework (6Gs). | Weight |
---|---|---|
1 | Green Educational Leadership | 14% |
2 | Green Curriculum | 17% |
3 | Green Innovation and Research | 19% |
4 | Green Facilities | 15% |
5 | Green Human Capital | 19% |
6 | Green Communities | 16% |
Total | 100% |