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Faculty of Humanities graduation ceremony 1 – Spring 2026

07 September 2026 | Videography and Video Edit Nico Badenhuizen and Ruairi Abrahams.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) celebrated the latest cohort of Faculty of Humanities graduates during the spring graduation ceremonies, with the first Humanities ceremony held at 14:00 on Monday, 7 September 2026.

The occasion brought together graduates, families, friends, academics and members of the wider UCT community to recognise years of scholarship, critical thinking, creativity and perseverance.

As they leave UCT and begin the next chapter of their journeys, the Faculty of Humanities graduates carry with them the knowledge and perspectives to engage critically with the world and contribute meaningfully to society.

The UCT community warmly congratulates the Faculty of Humanities graduates of Spring 2026 and wishes them every success in the paths ahead.

Visit the graduation feature page for stories on some of our inspirational graduates and to view the ceremony: Spring 2026 Graduation

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