Furniture application & Equipment Progress

The Science Centre, situated on the Ocean Sciences Campus, was established as an expression of Nelson Mandela University's commitment to being an engaged institution, dedicated to using its resources, platforms, students and staff in pursuit of building a social justice-oriented learning society. It is a dynamic hub designed to cater to learners, students, scholars, academics and the wider public. 

 

Mega-theme 2: Public understanding and awareness

Facilities Capacity Seating Style Amenities
Teaching Lab 100 Classroom Style 2 Monitors and 1 projector with AP system
Multi-Media Room 60 Cinema Style 1 projector and speakers
Dome 137 Auditorium Style 360-degree 3D Screen, 6 projectors and 1 standard projector
Boardroom 10 Boardroom Style 1 monitor
VIP Room 6 Boardroom Style 1 monitor
Ground Floor N/A Exhibitions & Events N/A
1st Floor N/A Exhibitions N/A

TEACHING LAB

The Teaching Lab is a specialised space, it can be used for hands-on learning, experimentation, and practical training in various disciplines.

Amenities: 2 Monitors and 1 Projector

Searing Style: Classroom 

Capacity: 100 Max 

 

MULTIMEDIA ROOM

The multimedia room is designed for the integration of various media and technology to create an immersive or interactive experience. The room can be used for presentations, training sessions, conferences, workshops and screenings. 

Amenities: 1 projector and a speaker

Seating Style: Classroom, U-Shape and Banquet

Capacity:  60 with Chairs only, 30 with Tables and Chairs.

 

 

BOARDROOM

The boardroom can be used for high-level discussions, decision-making, and strategic planning by senior executives, board members, or other important stakeholders.

Amenities: 1 Monitor, and 1 Projector

Seating Style: Boardroom

Capacity: 10 Max                                                                                 

 

VIP ROOM

The VIP Room is used to accommodate Guest Speakers, so that they can prepare their speeches and rest before their session. It is also used as a press room where interviews are done by Journalists. 

Amenities: 1 Monitor and 1 Projector

Seating Style: Boardroom 

Capacity: 6 Max                                                                    

 

FIRST FLOOR

The first floor is for Exhibition Shows and Workshops.

Amenities: N/A 

Capacity: N/A

Seating Style: Exhibitions and Cocktail Events                              

 

GROUND FLOOR

The ground floor is used for conferences, Gala Dinners, Cocktail Events ad Exhibitions.

Amenities: Input Plugs for exhibitions

Capacity: 400 Max

Seating Style: Cinema   

 

DOME

The Dome is used for Dome Showcasing 

Amenities: 360 Degrees Screen with 6 Projectors and 1 Standard projector.

Capacity: 137

Seating Style: Cinema   

 

Next Steps
  • The final step in the furnishing process is the delivery chairs for the multimedia room as well the Cafeteria (Tables and Chairs).
  • After the final touches, all spaces within the Science Centre will be fully functional, providing a robust environment for educational, collaborative, and community engagement activities.
These installations mark a significant step towards enhancing the operational capacity of the Science Centre, enabling it to deliver high-quality educational programs and offer versatile spaces for various events and activities.