Internationalisation at UCT

The University of Cape Town strives to advance internationalisation through innovation for a better world. In connecting people, we address the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the priorities of Agenda 2063 for the Africa we want, through international scholarship and strategic partnerships globally.

UCT Explores New Opportunities for Collaboration with The Education University of Hong Kong

The UCT recently welcomed a delegation from The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) to strengthen collaboration in research, postgraduate engagement and student mobility.

UCT International Office Celebrates Africa Month Through Talent, Culture and Creativity

The International Office proudly hosted its annual Africa Month celebrations with the much-anticipated Africa Rising Talent Show.

UCTCI Celebrates Chinese New Year 2026

The Confucius Institute at the University of Cape Town (UCT) recently hosted a vibrant celebration of Chinese New Year, welcoming staff, students and external partners to campus.

A global collaboration between UCT and Bryant University

UCT and Bryant University strengthen global academic collaboration, through a signing ceremony that took place on 29 January 2026.

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Celebrates a Decade of Leadership Excellence at UCT

The UCT International Office was delighted to host the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program “Decade of Leadership Excellence” celebrations from 9 to 10 September 2025.

Building a Connected Future: UCT and Carleton University Explore Global Partnerships

The central theme that emerged powerfully during the visit was connectivity, not just as a technical concept, but as a guiding principle for global partnerships in research, education and community engagement.

UCT and IES Abroad advance global STEM study abroad opportunities

The University of Cape Town (UCT) deepened its strategic engagement with study abroad partner IES Abroad through a dynamic week-long STEM workshop held from 12 to 16 May 2025.

UCT and University of Vermont forge New International Partnership

The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of Vermont (UVM) officially signed a new five-year partnership agreement on 1 May 2025.

UCT VC and President of Toronto University

Towards a Global Alliance for the Universities of Cape Town and Toronto

UCT joins forces with French university to launch first dual degree programme in Africa

International Office Director Quinton Johnson, PhD, is delighted to announce that UCT has launched a groundbreaking collaborative dual degree programme with French university Sciences Po.

Harvard University’s Centre for African Studies visits UCT’s International Office

On Monday, 24 February 2025, the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) International Office hosted a delegation from Harvard University’s Centre for African Studies.

Sciences Po visit to UCT: Strengthening ties for exciting Joint Degree Programmes

The University of Cape Town (UCT) recently welcomed a delegation from Sciences Po, France, as part of the ongoing discussions to advance the establishment of joint degree programmes.

Musashino University Leadership Visits UCT’s International Office

The University of Cape Town’s International Office had the honour of hosting a distinguished delegation from Musashino University, Japan.

Strengthening Global Partnerships - Rutgers University Visits UCT

UCT had the pleasure of welcoming Dr Dan Waite of Rutgers University, USA as the Executive Director of Rutgers Global: Centre for Global Education and Study Abroad.

UCT Delegation and Dominican Republic Delegation

UCT Explores Collaborative Opportunities with the Dominican Republic

UCT recently hosted a high-level delegation from the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in South Africa to explore potential academic collaborations.

UCT internatinal Director Quinton Johnson Dr Mona Nemer, Canada’s Chief Science Advisor

Dr Mona Nemer, Canada’s Chief Science Advisor, Visits UCT

On 28 January, the University of Cape Town (UCT) had the honour of welcoming Dr Mona Nemer, Chief Science Advisor for Canada.

University of Toronto Visit Reinforces International Partnership with UCT

UCT hosts Professor Joe Wang, Vice-President International from the University of Toronto.

International Office Partners with OIC to Empower Young Women

The International Office proudly partnered with the Office for Inclusivity and Change (OIC) to support their 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign.

International students, partnerships and programmes

The International Office facilitates internationalisation through support services and inter-institutional relationships that offer benefits to partners and a range of opportunities to local students, staff and researchers enabling them to engage in a connected world.

Key support services can be found by visiting the International Office service dictionary.

Global research partnerships

Our global research partnerships include:

Notices

International Parliamentary Scholarship for African Countries 2026

Outbound opportunities for staff and students.
UCT Visits related information.

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