UCT rises in key disciplines in QS subject rankings
UCT ranked 15th globally in Development Studies in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.
UCT Inaugural Lecture: Professor Res Altwegg
Professor Res Altwegg from the Department of Statistical Sciences will present his inaugural lecture titled “Adventures in Statistical Ecology” at 17:45 SAST on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
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Ikey Tigers clinch prestigious Varsity Cup title
UCT’s Ikey Tigers have overcome an 11-year Varsity Cup drought to become 2025 champions.
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Funding opportunities
Explore opportunities to fund your undergraduate and postgraduate studies at UCT. Discover information on the various bursaries and structured loans currently on offer.
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UCT partners with French university to launch Africa’s first dual degree
UCT has teamed up with Sciences Po to offer students a prestigious, internationally recognised dual degree programme.
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UCT Semester Study Abroad Programme
The UCT Semester Study Abroad Programme offers international students academic excellence, diverse perspectives, and an unforgettable adventure. Applications for the second semester of 2025 opened in January 2025.
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Ergonomix Percussion Ensemble
The UCT Percussion Ensemble “Ergonomix” comprised of students, staff and alumni of the South African College of Music (SACM) perform a varied programme of exciting contemporary percussion music.
UCT Inaugural Lecture: Professor Res Altwegg
Professor Res Altwegg from the Department of Statistical Sciences will present his inaugural lecture titled “Adventures in Statistical Ecology” at 17:45 SAST on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
EDHE Entrepreneurship Intervarsity 2025
Are you a student entrepreneur with an existing business or a researcher ready to bring your innovation to market? The EDHE Entrepreneurship Intervarsity 2025 is your platform to shine!
Law Expo 2025
Join us at Kramer Quad on 13 and 14 May 2025 to connect UCT’s top legal talent with top employers in the legal sector and learn more about the employers’ bursary, internship and graduate programmes.
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ICTS scheduled maintenance – May 2025
ICTS will be conducting scheduled maintenance on Sunday, 25 May 2025.
Limited ICT services will be available for the duration of the maintenance slot from 09:00–17:00, unless advised to the contrary.
Updated: 14 April 2025