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4 unusual facts about Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education


Barend du Plessis

degree in 1960 from the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education (now North - West University) and in 1961 he completed his Transvaal Higher Education degree.

Deon Meyer

He studied at Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education where he studied for a BA degree with English and History as majors.

Johan D. van der Vyver

He also has two honorary Doctor Legum degrees from the University of Zululand and the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education.

Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education

Niekie van den Berg is one of the country's most famous radio personalities.


Education in South Africa

The Christian College was founded at Potchefstroom in 1869 and was later incorporated into the University of South Africa and renamed Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education.

Jurie Viljoen

Viljoen graduated from Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education (now part of North-West University) in 1966.


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