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Inaugural lecture by Professor Archer and other updates Professor Arlene Archer will present her lecture as part of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series on Tuesday, 12 August 2025. 12 Aug 2025
Unveiling Strategy 2030 and other updates University of Cape Town (UCT) Vice-Chancellor (VC) Professor Mosa Moshabela has unveiled Strategy 2030 as he commemorated his first year in office. 06 Aug 2025
59th TB Davie Memorial Lecture and other updates The University of Cape Town (UCT) will host the 59th TB Davie Memorial Lecture to be delivered by Associate Professor Loretta J Ross on Wednesday, 6 August 2025. 30 Jul 2025
UCT Flourish Summit to spotlight student voices On Friday, 1 August 2025, the University of Cape Town (UCT) will host its inaugural UCT Flourish Summit – a bold and moving celebration of student voice, well-being and renewal. 29 Jul 2025
Inaugural lecture by Professor Ng’ambi and other updates Professor Dick Ng’ambi will deliver his lecture as part of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series on Friday, 25 July 2025. 23 Jul 2025
Inaugural lecture by Professor Davidson and other updates Professor Alan Davidson will present his inaugural lecture as part of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series on Thursday, 17 July 2025. 16 Jul 2025
TLC2025 and other updates Staff and students are invited to submit proposals for the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) annual Teaching & Learning Conference. 09 Jul 2025
UCT’s highest QS ranking and other updates UCT has achieved its highest position in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings in the past decade, climbing to 150th globally. 25 Jun 2025
UCT food programme and other updates To address student food insecurity, the University of Cape Town (UCT) runs an ongoing Food Sovereignty Programme. 11 Jun 2025
Short courses in learning design CILT invites UCT staff and postgraduate students to enrol in three flexible, online short courses designed to strengthen learning design practice. 05 Jun 2025
Exam support services offered by SWS The Department of Student Affairs' Student Wellness Service (SWS) continues offering a range of services during the ongoing examinations to ensure that students are adequately supported. 04 Jun 2025
Inaugural lecture by Professor Whittal and other updates Professor Jennifer Whittal will deliver her inaugural lecture on on Tuesday, 3 June 2025. 03 Jun 2025
Inaugural lecture by Professor Van Wyk and other updates Professor Jacqueline van Wyk will present her inaugural lecture on Thursday, 29 May 2025. 28 May 2025
Key info ahead of mid-year examinations The University of Cape Town (UCT) will hold its mid-year examinations from Monday, 2 June to Friday, 20 June 2025. 28 May 2025
Inaugural lecture by Professor Hoadley and other updates Professor Ursula Hoadley will deliver her inaugural lecture as part of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series on Wednesday, 21 May 2025. 21 May 2025
Ikeys victory parade and other updates The University of Cape Town (UCT) will host a victory parade to celebrate the Ikey Tigers’ milestone 2025 FNB Varsity Cup triumph. 14 May 2025
Victory parade to celebrate Ikeys’ Varsity Cup feat We are thrilled to announce a victory parade to celebrate the Ikey Tigers’ recent historic 44-21 win over Maties in the 2025 FNB Varsity Cup final. 13 May 2025
UCT Well-Being Conference and other updates The first annual University of Cape Town (UCT) Well-Being and Flourishing Conference will be held at the UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) on Tuesday, 9 September 2025. 07 May 2025
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