UCT first in Africa in the world rankings
The University of Cape Town has retained the top spot in Africa on the Times Higher Education (THE) rankings
2022 TB Davie Memorial Lecture
The 2022 TB Davie Memorial Lecture titled “Activism and the Corporate University: incompatible or possible?” will be presented by Professor Fran Elaine Baum from the University of Adelaide in Australia at 18:00 SAST on Wednesday, 24 August.
Win! All-expenses paid trip overseas!
The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the Geneva Science Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) invites you to submit your ideas to win an all-expenses paid trip to the GESDA Summit 2022 in Geneva.
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Applications for undergraduate study at UCT in 2023 have closed. Applications for financial assistance must be submitted directly to NSFAS. Application deadlines for postgraduate programmes can be confirmed with the relevant faculty office.
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UCT and the Sustainable Development Goals
UCT is committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and contributes meaningfully to all 17 of them. As the leading university in Africa, we have a critical role to play in addressing global challenges through research.
Research & innovation news
UCT is committed to generating new knowledge in, for and from Africa. Our recent achievements include identifying a new heart-attack gene and a landmark restitution of human remains that allowed redress and social justice through science.
Research and innovation: highlights 2020/21
Despite the global pandemic – and, in fact, driven by the increased urgency it created – the year of 2020/21 at UCT was marked by great research achievements and several seminal events informed by and feeding into our forward thinking.
Study at UCT
UCT produces graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable, underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice.
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Continuing education
The University of Cape Town is committed to continuing education.
UCT Online High School
The University of Cape Town has launched an online high school.
UCT Libraries
UCT Libraries offer state-of-the-art technology, vast collections of reading and research material.
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Vigilance
Remain vigilant against COVID-19. Wash your hands, and avoid large indoor gatherings.
Vaccination
Reduce the risk of infection through vaccination this winter season.
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PhD Preparedness Course
Are you considering doing a PhD? This is a 12 week fully online course facilitated by the Children’s Nursing Development Unit (CNDU), in the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Cape Town.
Introduction to Palliative Care
This short course course will equip healthcare and counselling professionals to assess and manage patients living with life-threatening and life-limiting illness, to improve their quality of life and to support care provided at home.
Essentials of Nursing Sick Children
The aim of this course is to equip nurses, who work regularly or occasionally with sick children.
UCT Symphony Orchestra (Fundraiser)
Conductor: Brandon Phillips
Soloist: Gerhard Joubert
(winner of the 2021 Laura Searle Prize for Piano Concerto Playing).
Brahms: Symphony No. 2.
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat major.
Certificate Course in Palliative Nursing
This course is open to all professional and enrolled nurses currently registered with the South African Nursing Council.
Simulation Launchpad Course
The Simulation Launchpad course is run over two days in-person at UCT and is designed to ensure solid basic educational theory and practical concepts related to simulation-based education before moving into practice.
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FREE Xhosa Communication Skills Courses
Register for Masithethe isiXhosa Course for staff and students offered by the Multilingualism Education Project (MEP) based in the Centre for Higher Education Development (CHED). The course will take place from March to May and August to October 2022. It is a 12 sessions online course offered during 13:00 - 14:00 time or 16:00 17:00.
Applications for the Nelson Mandela School Master degree programme are now open.
As the School's flagship academic programme, Master of Development Policy and Practice (MDPP) equips leaders with the skills they need to inspire and create meaningful change for public good. Read more.
Applications for the Nelson Mandela School MPhil degree programme are now open
As the School's newest academic programme, it teaches students to address the challenge of designing, winning support for, and implementing new programmes in government and the broader public sector. Apply today!