Blackboard WSU

WSU Blackboard Portal is an Online Virtual Learning Management System (LMS) consisting of both real-time interactions, such as in Blackboard Collaborate or Microsoft Teams as well as interactions that occur over extended periods, such as in messages or discussions.

Again, Blackboard WSU in South Africa refers to the Blackboard Learn learning management system (LMS) used by Walter Sisulu University (WSU). Blackboard Learn is a cloud-based LMS that provides instructors with a variety of tools to create and deliver online courses, including:

The important benefit of online learning is that it can span time and distance. You don’t have to be in the same place as your instructor to obtain course-related information.

Walter Sisulu University (WSU) Students are to use the Blackboard facility as a teaching and learning platform to ensure a smooth transition to online learning.

With Blackboard Learn, you have access to your course content from anywhere, at any time. You can also interact with your classmates and instructors/lectures.

How to Access WSU Blackboard Portal

These instructions can help you get started in the online environment. Here is how to Login WSU Blackboard Wiseup Portal

  1. Visit the WSU Website: https://wsu.ac.za/
  2. Navigate Connect Me
  3. Under Connect Me, Locate WiSeUp e-Learning
  4. Find Link here Blackboard Collaborate Tool
  5. Enter your Username and Password
  6. Tap Login

Congratulations!!! You now have gain access to WSU Blackboard Learn Dashboard.

How to Login to WSU Blackboard Portal

Other Useful WSU Blackboard Links

WiSeUp e-Learning URL: https://wiseup2.wsu.ac.za/

WiseUp Blackboard Login URL: https://wiseup.wsu.ac.za/login/

WSU Blackboard URL: https://blackboard.wsu.ac.za/ link here

How to Create WSU Blackboard Learn

New users see a welcome page that invites them to create a profile. Before you create a profile, you must accept the Blackboard Profiles Terms of Service in the pop-up window. If you don’t agree to the terms of service, you won’t be granted access to some tools. You can choose to create a profile later.

  1. Login to your Blackboard Dashboard
  2. In the list where your name appears
  3. Select your name to access your profile.

NB: Your profile appears with some information, and you can’t delete your profile. Your institution decides what you can customize.

  1. Profile picture: Upload a picture to replace the generic silhouette.
  2. Basic Information: Update your personal information.
  3. Password: Change your system password.
  4. Global Notification Settings: Set up notifications for course activities.

How to Access Enroll Courses on the WSU Blackboard Learn

Existing users see the My Institution tab. From this tab, you can access the courses where you’re enrolled.

  1. Navigate Blackboard Learn
  2. Find information about your institution
  3. Make changes to your online personal
  4. See up-to-the-minute action for your courses
  5. Navigate to past, present, and future courses
  6. Access the organizations you’re a member of
  7. View course events and due dates for your courses
  8. View and send messages in your courses
  9. Check your grades for all courses
  10. Access global functions that are outside of a course such as portfolios or the Content Collection

Benefits of using Blackboard Learn at WSU:

  • Convenient access to course materials: Students can access their course materials from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
  • Easy-to-use interface: Blackboard Learn has a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for students to find the information they need.
  • Variety of learning tools: Blackboard Learn provides students with a variety of learning tools, such as interactive exercises, videos, and simulations.
  • Support for communication and collaboration: Blackboard Learn includes a variety of tools to help students communicate and collaborate with each other and with their instructors.
  • Robust assessment and grading tools: Blackboard Learn provides instructors with a variety of tools to assess and grade student work.

Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.