Experiential Learning - An Informative Outline

The University, in its Strategic Intent, states, "We educate thought leaders for the future. Leaders that have a better insight into world issues, an innovative unlocking of creative abilities to solve problems, and an encouragement of meaningful action to serve society through knowledge”. Stellenbosch University has adopted the conceptual understanding of the co-curriculum as a life-wide experience that is embedded in academic life, while simultaneously being framed by academic expertise, thereby complementing, augmenting, and deepening the student learning experience. By purposefully shaping the co-curriculum, student engagement and connection to social, academic, and institutional life are deepened and enhanced. Furthermore, the SU co-curriculum encompasses intentional and organised activities that allow for the intersection of the personal, social, and academic lives of students, contributing to their holistic development and the realisation of the SU Graduate Attributes.