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World-first: Bio-bricks from urine

The world’s first bio-brick grown from human urine has been unveiled by University of Cape Town (UCT) master’s student in civil engineering Suzanne Lambert, signalling an innovative paradigm shift in waste recovery.

Bumper Summer School for 2019

Extended to three weeks in 2019, UCT’s Summer School will offer a bumper programme of 113 lectures, many on Africa and “issues of consequence”.

UCT responds to Cape Town Water Crisis

UCT’s researchers have been analysing the causes of the current drought, looking into water usage in the city and on campus, and finding ways in which we can save water now for a sustainable future.

A staff website for UCT

The university’s staff site is fully operational, offering both current and prospective staff access to all the online resources they might need.

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UCT’s student site

This is a dedicated portal where anybody studying, or wanting to study, at UCT can find out about student life, student support and student services.

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UCT is an inclusive and engaged research-intensive African university that inspires creativity through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery and citizenship; enhancing the lives of its students and staff, advancing a more equitable and sustainable social order and influencing the global higher education landscape.

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Please note that the Annual General Meeting of Convocation, which is restricted to members of Convocation, will take place on Thursday, 13 December 2018.
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Our vision

2017–2018 World University Rankings

1st
IN AFRICA

171 Times Higher Education
191 Quacquarelli Symonds

4th
IN BRICS & EMERGING ECONOMIES

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Upcoming Events

13Nov

18:00

The Sky is Not the Limit

In partnership with the United States Consulate General in Cape Town, UCT will host a public lecture by one of world's pioneers of space...

14Nov

09:00

Impact measurement & management for investors

Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) is a cornerstone of impact investing. As impact funds (and those that invest in them) target...

15Nov

17:00

Growing bio-bricks from urine - Public lecture

On 24 October 2018, UCT unveiled the first bio-brick grown from urine. There has been a phenomenal response since.

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Notices

Annual General Meeting of Convocation

Please note that the Annual General Meeting of the Convocation will take place as follows: Thursday, 13 December 2018 17:...

Order of the court

Update: 12:45, 21 December 2017

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Distinguishing UCT

The campaign to grow our endowment

ADVANCING EXCELLENCE

Through a deep commitment to African knowledge production and the development of African solutions to global challenges, researchers at the University of Cape Town are making critical advances in everything from the fight against infectious diseases to advancing democracy in Africa.

INVESTING IN TALENT

The skills gap remains a critical obstacle to South Africa’s advancement. UCT wants to graduate more spirited and educated citizens who are able to think critically and innovatively, and go on to make a vital contribution to the development of a healthy, democratic and equitable society.

REALISING TRANSFORMATION

UCT is committed to a vision of transformation that advances non-racialism, diversity and inclusiveness. This involves creating an institutional culture that is affirming for all who come to the university, a working environment that respects the dignity of all staff, and a demographic profile that reflects the democratic transition that has taken place in the country.

"I give to Distinguishing UCT to grow the endowment in order to provide bursaries to students in need who will not, normally, be able to afford to attend this institution. The bigger the endowed figure, the more income will be generated for these bursaries."
Abieda Abrahams

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