What is this FAQ section all about ?

This FAQ section can be used to answer general questions about any activity within your Faculty/Operational Entity, such as .. “What is this SoE-SI all about?” “Where do I start with my SoE-SI Initiative?” “How do I access the approved SoE-SI Framework at the UWC?” “How can I book a Training session?” "How does the SoE-SI initiative impact my career?" It’s a great way to help members to navigate this site and can improve collaboration amongst your colleagues.
Scholarship of Training

Consult the information on this website or click the button below.
What is the suggested starting point if I want to inquire/learn more about the SoE for Societal Impact initiatives at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) ?

Click the SoE-SI category button (on this FAQ section) to find out more
So what is Societal Impact (SI)

Consult the information on this website or click the button below.
How do I start with my own Societal Impact Proposal (SIP)

Look at the suggestions provided and/or follow the guidance outlined on this website.
Whom can/will I work with on any Societal Impact initiative in my Faculty / Operational Entity

Contact your SoE-SI Team for a list of SI resources in your Faculty / Operational Entity whom you can interact with. Always look at this website's available resources to assist you with your Societal Impact initiative.
How do I complete the Scholarship of Learning & Teaching (SoLT) Self-Assessment and see my outcomes
Where can I find a copy of the Senate approved SoE-SI Framework

Look at the UWC SoE-SI website (this website) for any Societal Impact links or click the link below to view a copy.
Where will I find the Power Hour Training material ?

The Powerpoint / PDF copies can be accessed from here
What local Societal Impact (SI) resources can I consult in my Faculty / Directorate / Operational Entity and on campus

Look at the UWC SoE-SI website (this website) for any Societal Impact members whom you can liaise with. The general resources accessible to all researchers at the UWC is accessible from here. Contact your SoE-SI Team for a list of SI resources in your Faculty / Operational Entity whom you can interact with. Always look at your Faculty resources that are available to assist you with your SoE-SI initiative.
How do I access my SoE-SI Portfolio of Evidence

All content submitted by you and auto generated by the KMS is stored in our central repository. As the content owner, you will have access to your digital content (anywhere, anytime) in a very secured environment We use the security protocols of Google for the storage & retrieval of your content
How do I capture/upload my SoE for Societal Impact Proposal or Project

Consult the information on this website and/or attend our scheduled Power Hour sessions.
Do I get a copy of my Proposal/Project information after I submitted the online form

You will receive correspondence based on the email address provided on the form You will automatically get a copy of everything you entered on the online form in your inbox A PDF version of your Proposal/Project Information will be shared with you You will also receive a Word Document of your Proposal/Project (send a request) You will also receive Powerpoint Slides of your Project (send a request) Based on your access rights, if you delete your KMS auto-generated content, it will be removed from our central repository system
Where can I access information about Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Follow the guidance outlined on this website or click the link below:
Can I download a copy of the SDGs Targets used at the UWC

Download a copy of the SDGs Targets from our KMS (Central Database)
Can I download a copy of the NDP Chapters/Indicators used at the UWC

Download an abridged copy of the NDP Charters/Indicators from our KMS (Central Database)
Where can I find out more about the SA National Development Plan (NDP) Chapters

Follow the guidance outlined on this website or click the link below:
Where will I find the current UWC Institutional Operating Plan (IOP)

Follow the guidance outlined on this website or click the link below:

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs when working on a Societal Impact plan, proposal, or project. If you have a question and it's not on this list, then please contact your Faculty SoE-SI Team