Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question and it's not on this list, then please contact the SoE-SI Team.

About this FAQ section

The purpose of this FAQ section aims to quickly answer common questions you might have regarding the Scholarship of Engagement for Societal Impact (SoE-SI) at the University of the Western Cape (UWC).
What does SoE-SI represent or the meaning thereof...

The Scholarship of Engagement (SoE) for Societal Impact (SI) initiatives at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). Download the latest Senate approved SoE Framework
What is the suggested starting point if I want to inquire/learn more about the SoE for Societal Impact initiatives in my Faculty / Operational Entity and at the UWC

As a starting point, contact your SoE-SI Team to arrange an overview of SoE for SI and schedule some training (if required) with either the SoE-SI Training on offer at the UWC Level (which is accessible & applies to ALL Faculties / Supporting Units) -or- refer to the SoE-SI Training your Faculty/Operational Entity has to offer and book a session.
How does the UWC SoE-SI initiative impact my career

Continue with your SoE-SI journey --- it will become clearer to you as we move towards our objectives.
What local Societal Impact (SI) resources can I consult in my Faculty / Operational Entity and on campus

Look at the SoE-SI website for any Societal Impact members whom you can liaise with. The general resources are accessible to all researchers at the UWC is also available on the website. Contact your SoE-SI Team for a list of SoE-SI resources in your Faculty / Operational Entity whom you can interact with. Always look at your Faculty (this website) resources that are available to you to assist you with your SoE for Societal Impact initiative. Access our Knowledge Management Systems
Whom can/will I work with on any Societal Impact initiative in my Faculty / Operational Entity

Look at the SoE-SI website for any Societal Impact members whom you can liaise with. The general resources are accessible to all researchers at the UWC is also available on the website. Contact your SoE-SI Team for a list of SoE-SI resources in your Faculty / Operational Entity whom you can interact with. Always look at your Faculty (this website) resources that are available to you to assist you with your SoE for Societal Impact initiative.
How do I see all my other SoE output published in various Journals

Click the 'Navigation' button in the main menu and choose 'Central Database' and access the 'Archived SoE Outputs'
How do I create & submit my own Societal Impact Proposal (SIP)

As a starting point click the 'Online Assist' button in the main menu and choose Option 4.
Any guidelines about NRF funding for my Societal Impact Project

Speak to your direct report line and/or consult your colleagues in your Faculty / Operational Entity
Any assistance available to estimate my SoE-SI initiative

To assist you to estimate viable costing for your project, make use of our Budget Assist Template (which is based on some NRF guidelines).