UCT 24th in the world for infectious disease research
UCT remains the best university in Africa and among the top 25 globally for studying infectious diseases, according to the US News and World Report.
UCT jumps up in clinical and health
UCT is 77th in the world for clinical and health and among the top 200 in four other subject areas, according to Times Higher Education.
UCT ChatBot
The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Chatbot is the guide that new and returning students, staff and parents will have at their fingertips to get up to speed with the ins and outs of the institution during the registration period.
UCT granted interim interdict against unlawful conduct
The University of Cape Town (UCT) was granted an interim interdict by the Western Cape High Court on Friday, 17 February. This order takes immediate effect.
Summer School 2023 is back on campus
Summer School is the largest programme of its kind in Africa, offering a range of subjects, lectures and practical courses designed to keep you up to date with latest news, research, events and current affairs.
Excellence
Excellence is the key trademark that should be visible in all UCT endeavours. It must be the guiding principle in all we do.
Annual Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture
The University of Cape Town, in partnership with the Bongani Mayosi Foundation, will be hosting the UCT Annual Bongani Mayosi Memorial Lecture at the Foundation’s Fundraising Gala Dinner.
Vice-Chancellor’s Blue Carpet Scholarship
The Vice-Chancellor’s Blue Carpet Scholarship is awarded to matriculants who have excelled in the final National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations and want to study at the University of Cape Town (UCT).
Campus Life 2023
Welcome to the University of Cape Town! We’ve made a wide range of services available to you, whether it’s mental health or physical wellness, or information about study resources. Find out more in Campus Life 2023.