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UCT inaugural lecture for September 2025
The University of Cape Town (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series is a significant academic milestone. It marks the formal recognition of colleagues who have been promoted to full professor, honouring their contributions to research, teaching and public engagement.
29 Aug 2025
Call for applications: DHET doctoral programme
Applications are now open for the Department of Higher Education and Training’s (DHET) Phase 6 (Cohort 1) of the University Staff Doctoral Programme (USDP).
27 Aug 2025
Claims of ‘degree for silence’ by a former postgrad student
UCT remains dedicated to maintaining an environment where individuals feel comfortable reporting any incidents of SGBV and reiterates its commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for survivors.
22 Aug 2025
Complete the 2025 Student Engagement Survey
We encourage you to participate in one of the two national surveys that gather feedback from undergraduate students and academic staff across South African universities.
21 Aug 2025
UCT Fund Inc. to resume activities
The review requested by the UCT Fund Inc. has been completed via a formal investigation by independent consultants.
20 Aug 2025
Themed review on modes of learning and teaching provision
I am writing to inform you that the University of Cape Town (UCT) will be participating in a forthcoming themed review by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) on Modes of Learning and Teaching Provision.
19 Aug 2025
UCT’s financial performance for 2024
I am pleased to provide you with an overview of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) financial position, performance and cash flow for the year ended 31 December 2024.
11 Aug 2025
Allegations of academic misconduct
VC Prof Mosa Moshabela writes to the UCT community about allegations of academic misconduct levelled at UCT’s Department of Social Work and Social Development.
07 Aug 2025
UCT inaugural lectures for August 2025
The University of Cape Town (UCT) Inaugural Lecture series is one of our most meaningful academic traditions.
05 Aug 2025
One year in office: Expressing gratitude and unveiling Strategy 2030
Today marks one year since I joined the University of Cape Town as the 11th Vice-Chancellor on 1 August 2024.
01 Aug 2025
Appointment of Dean: EBE
I am pleased to announce that Professor Aubrey Mainza has been appointed as the new dean of the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment (EBE), effective 1 August 2025.
31 Jul 2025
Farewell to EBE Dean: Professor Alison Lewis
It is with gratitude that I write to mark the conclusion of Professor Alison Lewis’ second and last term as dean of the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment.
31 Jul 2025
Multiple nominations for UCT in NSTF “Science Oscars” awards
Several members of the University of Cape Town (UCT) community have been nominated for the 2024/2025 National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)-South32 Awards.
30 Jul 2025
59th TB Davie Lecture by Associate Professor Ross
Associate Professor Loretta J Ross will deliver the 59th TB Davie Memorial Lecture at the University of Cape Town on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
23 Jul 2025
Introducing UCT’s AI in Education Framework
Artificial intelligence technologies are becoming part of our daily lives, and starting to reshape teaching and learning in universities.
15 Jul 2025
UCT inaugural lectures for July 2025
UCT’s Inaugural Lecture series is a treasured academic tradition that recognises academics who have attained the rank of full professor.
09 Jul 2025
Annual declaration of interests
A/Prof Kathy Idensohn writes to UCT staff about the annual declaration of interests.
09 Jul 2025
Feedback from the Council meeting of June 2025
Council had an ordinary meeting on Saturday, 28 June 2025, to address several matters.
04 Jul 2025
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