Did you know more than 30 000 students study across UCT’s six academic faculties? The faculties are: Commerce, Engineering & the Built Environment, Health Sciences, Humanities, Law and Science. These faculties are supported in their teaching and learning by the Centre for Higher Education Development (CHED). Here’s what you need to know about each.

Adjusting to life as a university student can be quite stressful. With so much to process, it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. So, we put together this useful list of on-campus study services to help make your transition easier.

UCT Libraries is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere – occupying 17 000 m 2  with 53 km of shelf space. But more than just a rich repository of information, it’s run by a team of people who are dedicated to your studies’ success.

UCT by the numbers, as well as a few things you didn’t know about the university, Cape Town and the Western Cape.

If you’re new to Cape Town, here’s the lowdown on affordable entertainment, eating out, clubs and societies, and giving back to the community.

Here’s everything you need to know about local services, getting around Cape Town and options for accommodation close to campus.

A step-by-step guide on how to get and stay connected at the University of Cape Town (UCT).

Your first year can be tough, so here’s the rundown on the student support available to you.

Well-being is essential to your academic performance and your university experience. Here’s how we can help.

Your safety is a top priority at UCT, and Campus Protection Services is there 24/7 to make sure that you stay safe.

The transition to university can be difficult, but we’re here to support your academic work every step of the way.

With multiple campuses spread across the city, these maps will come in handy sooner or later.