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University of Cape Town

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Overview

Established in 1874, the University of Cape Town is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Cape Town (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Western Cape. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, University of Cape Town (UCT) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. University of Cape Town (UCT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 150-year-old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Cape Town's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Cape Town's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Cape Town' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Cape Town's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UCT
Founded 1874 Origins date back to 1829
Motto Spes Bona
Good Hope
Mascot Tiger
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of Cape Town general video presentation.

University Location

Address Private Bag
Cape Town
7700 Western Cape
South Africa
University of Cape Town's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Cape Town Phone Number +27 (21) 650 9111
University of Cape Town Fax Number +27 (21) 650 3736

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Cape Town's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Cape Town's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Cape Town's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Cape Town.

University of Cape Town: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Cape Town's admission information.

University of Cape Town's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Cape Town's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Cape Town a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Cape Town's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Cape Town's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Cape Town has more than 3100 international students.

University of Cape Town's Admission Office Admission Office

Kramer Law Building
Rondebosch 7700
(21) 650 2128


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Cape Town.

University of Cape Town's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Cape Town has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Cape Town's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Cape Town's Control Type Control Type

University of Cape Town is a public higher education institution.


University of Cape Town's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Cape Town is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Cape Town's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Cape Town's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Cape Town does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Cape Town's main facilities:


University of Cape Town's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Cape Town's Library


University of Cape Town's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Cape Town's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Cape Town's main services:


University of Cape Town's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Cape Town's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Cape Town's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Cape Town's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Cape Town's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Cape Town's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Cape Town is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Cape Town's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Cape Town's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Universities South Africa (USA)
  • Cape Higher Education Consortium (CHEC)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Cape Town 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Cape Town's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Cape Town's Facebook page University of Cape Town's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Cape Town's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Cape Town's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Cape Town's YouTube channel University of Cape Town's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Cape Town's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements and supports open education.
University of Cape Town is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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