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A model for the integration of spiritual care into the nursing curriculum in Nigeria
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Man is a bio-psycho-social-spiritual being, and his needs are informed by all these elements. The need for spiritual care in nursing education and practice is no longer a new concept in developed countries, nor even in ... -
A panel data analysis on the formal-informal sector linkages in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)There are few studies on linkages between the formal and informal sectors in South Africa. This study explores the types of linkages between the informal and formal sectors with empirical research concentrating on labour ... -
A phenomenological discourse analysis of harassed female 'skinscapes' in select public spaces in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Street harassment refers to the unsolicited verbal remarks and nonverbal gestures that women are subjected to by men when moving through (public) spaces. The dominant discourse sees this phenomenon as firstly a gendered ... -
A public participation perspective of the process of post-settlement support in Elandskloof
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Since the dawn of South African democracy in 1994, extensive laws and policies have been introduced to facilitate transformation in the political, social and economic spheres. While South Africa has been lauded world-wide ... -
A qualitative assessment of the impact of bursary granting as a form of skills development among employees in a public service department: Experiences and perceptions
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Effective employee development is more than just mentoring or holding seminars. Ideally, it takes an individualised approach in which the organisation talks to an employee, finds out his/her goals and builds a plan to ... -
A qualitative exploration of the dimensions of family resilience in a rural community on the West Coast
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Historically, families living in disenfranchised communities were viewed as being dysfunctional. This view led to the perpetuation of the challenges and adverse situations faced by these families. It is important to view ... -
A qualitative study exploring the experiences of Black South African vegetarians residing in the urban settings of Cape Town.
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Vegetarianism is a growing global trend. Movie stars and world class athletes proudly brand themselves vegetarian. Apart from its health implications vegetarianism has been extensively studied as a social and psychological ... -
A realist evaluation of the antiretroviral treatment adherence club programme in the metropolitan area of the Western Cape Province, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)In South Africa, 7.1 million people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) of whom about 56% were accessing antiretroviral therapy (ART) in 2016, accounted for approximately 20% of people on ART globally. The successful initiation ... -
A Reductionistic Epistemology utilizing Brain Laterality which Investigates Pharmacists' Ideal Interactive Environment
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)The brain laterality of pharmacists may influence where the pharmacists are best suited to work. Brain laterality refers to the asymmetry of the hemispheres of the brain with regard to specific cognitive functions, such ... -
A reflective study on factors that influenced the matric results in physical sciences in four secondary schools in a district in the Eastern Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)This is a reflective study of the factors that influenced the performance of learners in Physical Sciences National Senior Certificate examinations in four secondary schools in a district in Eastern Cape. The study ... -
A social semiotic analysis of the linguistic landscape of two rural district municipalities in the Northern Cape, South Africa
Linguistic Landscape (LL) studies typically focus on public signage displayed in urban environments, therefore LL is associated with cityscapes. There is limited research related to the LL of non-urban environments or ... -
A socio-rhetorical reading of Luke 7:36-50: A contra-cultural view in a patriarchal society
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)A number of biblical scholars have observed that the Bible has been used by dominant groups in certain societies to justify and condone discrimination and oppression. Slavery, colonialism and apartheid are often cited ... -
A study exploring motivational factors that influence the morale of General Assistants in the CWED through the application of the theories of Maslow, Herzberg and Marciano
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The purpose of this study is to identify and explore factors that influence the morale of general assistants in the Cape Winelands Education District (CWED) through a qualitative study at five schools in Worcester. General ... -
A study to determine the forensic quality of records and record keeping by dentists in the greater Cape Town area
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)South African dentists have a legal and ethical obligation to maintain complete and comprehensive dental records. In addition to the legal and ethical requirements, dental records are also important in the case of medico-legal ... -
A study to investigate the attitude of customers towards electronic banking: The case of a South African-based company
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)It is known that attitude plays a significant role in consumer decision process whether to adopt new technology or not. Differences in attitude towards a product or a service depend on the nature of the product, individuals ... -
A Systematic Evaluation of Fault Seal Integrity in the southern Pletmos Basin, offshore South Africa: A 3D Multidisciplinary Modelling Approach
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The syn-rift succession encompasses the primary exploration target in the southern Pletmos Basin. Several fault-bounded structural traps that contain gas accumulations have been discovered within this succession. Likewise, ... -
A systematic review of the effectiveness of lifestyle and medication: interventions in the management of hypertension in pregnancy
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Pregnancy induced hypertension is one of the causes of maternal, fetus and neonatal morbidity and mortality. It is the condition in which a pregnant woman develops hypertension because of physiological changes that result ... -
Aanslag op leesbegrip – die effektiewe gebruik van die leeshalfuur
(University of Western Cape, 2008)This thesis tries to answer the question of how the reading half hour could be used effectively to address literacy problems and thereby improving reading comprehension. In this thesis dominant issues surrounding the ... -
Abalone nutrition – growth performance of Haliotis midae in relation to variable artificial feeds
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Abalone are among the most expensive and sought-after seafood subjects. In South Africa, Haliotis midae is the only commercially significant abalone species and it has become increasingly sold on the global market. The ... -
Aberrations in the Retinoblastoma susceptibility gene in tumours from South Africa oesophageal cancer patients
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)Little is known about the genetic events occurring in oesophageal cancer and very few studies have been undertaken to analyse oesophageal tumours from South African patients in this regard. Inactivation of numerous tumour ...
