Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education
Potchefstroomse Universiteit vir Christelike Hoër Onderwys (PU vir CHO) | |
| Motto | In U lig (Afrikaans) Translated: In Thy light |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Established | 29 November 1869 |
| Chancellor | Cronje, DC in 2004- The university merged to form the North-West University in 2004 |
| Vice-Chancellor | Theuns Eloff in 2004 –The university merged to form the North-West University in 2004 |
| Students | 12000 (in 2000) |
| Location | , , South Africa (SA) |
| Colours | purple |
| Nickname | "Pukke” |
The Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education (abbreviated as PU for CHE) was a South African university located in Potchefstroom. Instruction was mainly in Afrikaans. In 2004, the university was merged with other institutions to create the North-West University.