NMU Launches Generative AI Honours Module, Backed by 2 Corporate Sponsors

1 articles · Updated · The Herald · Jun 2

Nelson Mandela University’s computing science department has added a dedicated honours module on generative AI, positioning itself among the few South African departments offering a specialised course of that kind.
Prof Jean Greyling said the move is meant to help students use AI constructively and responsibly as generative tools rapidly reshape industries and the wider digital economy.
A sponsorship deal with National Glass will fund PhD student Stephan Mulder to help train and guide third-year students, extending the department’s capstone project initiative.
Amazon is also supporting the effort by giving students exposure to advanced AI tools for their projects, after alumnus and Amazon executive David Brown urged staff and students to embrace the technology.
NMU framed the programme as part of a broader academia-industry push to equip graduates with practical AI skills and keep them competitive in a changing workforce.

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