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Welcome to the website of UCT's Research Support Hub, your first stop for all your research support needs. For you, we keep track of changing policies and funding requirements. We also offer mentoring and training so that you have the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue your career as a researcher.
Quick links
The electronic Research Administration (eRA) system
Current funding opportunities
Emerging Researcher Programme (ERP)
NRF rating categories
Administration support
We help you navigate all aspects of research administration and remove admin burdens so that you can focus on your research.
The UCT Research Support Hub is a virtual platform that offers comprehensive information on the research process. The information is curated for and by researchers and compiled from various internal and external sources.
At the Research Support Hub, you will find information on:
Funding opportunities;
Pre- and post-award procedures, responsibilities, and documentation;
Research management and integrity;
Research output and promotion;
Advancing your researcher career and standing;
Latest policy changes relating to research projects at UCT or sponsor level.
The Research Support Hub acts as a central destination and connector to all executive units within the UCT research community.
Run your research project like a pro
Research Announcements
Our Research Announcements provide regular updates on:
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Current funding opportunities
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Latest developments in research policies and research management
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Best-practise research methods
The announcements are sent via email to all UCT academic staff and are also available on our website.