HOFMEYR HOUSE CLUB WITS UNIVERSITY
University in Johannesburg

Wits is a remarkable university that is internationally distinguished for its excellent research, high academic standards and commitment to social justice. Start main page content As a research intensive university, Wits has a long history and reputation built on promoting the freedom of enquiry and the search for knowledge and truth. Wits is taking the lead in reimagining trendy Braamfontein to further our contribution towards delivering high level scarce skills for the global knowledge economy. From trying to discover what lies beneath the Earth's surface to saving lives through better healthcare systems, Wits is on the ground, making a difference. We have over 50 active projects on the African continent and t he University is represented globally through our partnerships, collaborations, staff and student exchanges and our alumni around the world. Wits was also the co-founder of the African Research Universities Alliance. With more than 85% of our research published in accredited international journals, we encourage cross-disciplinary research and collaborate with the best researchers and institutions across the globe. From telling the story of life, to finding solutions to deep level mining problems; from searching for the Higgs boson at CERN, to understanding the complexities of human interaction, Wits is at the forefront. Through their civic engagement, they have built cultural institutions, fought injustice, and worked to make their communities better places. Our partners, networks and relationships serve as catalysts for the great ideas that help us to make the impossible, incredible. We invite you to join us on our extraordinary journey to effect meaningful change in society and pave the way for a bright future for generations to come. Wits University offers a wealth of sightseeing and educational opportunities for tourists and first-time visitors. Take a virtual tour of our campuses which are spread over more than 400 acres in Parktown and Braamfontein. Experience the arts by browsing through our current events or discover the diversity of our rich heritage by visiting one of our museums or centres here. Wits is centrally located in Johannesburg and has a wide range of venues to cater from conferences and workshops, to sporting, social and cultural events. The iconic Great Hall at Wits is one of the most notable buildings on campus, and offers a large auditorium for diverse occasions from conferences, debates, graduations to music concerts. T he Wits Schools Liaison team forms the link between high school and university allowing a smooth transitional process for the student. The Schools Liaison Office gives the student a holistic understanding of what is expected of them at university level.