UCT’s reputation for academic excellence and its commitment to fostering passion-driven careers make it the ideal place to turn your aspirations into reality. #ChooseUCT for an education that challenges, inspires and prepares you for success in the real world. @UCTEBE Watch the full video: qr.link/1FlqEL Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za

“Be yourself and remain optimistic about the future. Being young and leaving school can be a scary time in life, but keeping hope and faith in yourself makes all the difference.” - Owami Sibeko, BScEng in Chemical Engineering student. Share your #MondayMotivation with us.

The second and final phase of an ecologically focused, novel initiative – Pathways to water resilient South African cities (PaWS) project – led by the UCT Future Water Institute, has made good strides while operating as a living laboratory in Mitchells Plain on the Cape Flats. Read more: qr.codes/zWj7IL

Applications for admission to study at UCT in 2026 are now open! Be part of Africa’s top-ranked university – submit your application today! applyonline.uct.ac.za #ChooseUCT

PhD graduate, Mogamat Adli Peck from Manenberg, is driving innovation in cleaner fuels using magnetism. #UCTGrad2025 His research explored how magnetism can enhance catalysis, paving the way for cleaner, more efficient fuel production. Adu Pek says his hard work and passion have taken him far beyond the lab and allowed him to present his research on international stages across the globe. Watch the full video: qr.codes/vfXlQ6

A delegation of UCT scientists from the Polar Engineering Research Group (PERG) recently embarked on an expedition to the Fimbul Ice Shelf in Antarctica, collecting data to model future climate shifts and marking South Africa’s return to Antarctic glaciology. Read more: qr.link/PonH0v

UCT Open Day 2025 has officially concluded! Thanks to everyone who visited and made the day such a success! It was wonderful to see so many future UCT students engaging with our campus, lectures and events. #ChooseUCT Applications for admission to UCT in 2026 close on 31 July 2025. Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za

The day is almost here! The annual UCT Open Day will take place on Saturday, 12 April 2025, from 10:00 to 15:00 and will run across three locations – upper, middle and health sciences campuses. The UCT Open Day programme is a perfect opportunity to gain firsthand insight into academic programmes, student life and career paths available at Africa’s top-ranked university. This is your opportunity to plan for the future with confidence - don’t miss it! #ChooseUCT Please note that for the Faculty of Health Sciences Open Day programme, you need to RSVP to attend: qr.link/gZfd4U View the full programme: qr.codes/dn25LJ

Are you curious about what studying at UCT is like? The annual UCT Open Day is your chance to step onto campus, meet lecturers and students and experience the energy of university life. Join us on Saturday, 12 April 2025 across our three campuses – upper, middle and health sciences – for a range of interactive faculty sessions, campus tours and a closer look at your future study options. #ChooseUCT Planning to attend the Faculty of Health Sciences programme? Please note that for this session, you are required to RSVP in advance: qr.link/gZfd4U Find out more: qr.codes/dn25LJ

[VIDEO] Master’s graduate Lungelo Mthethwa proudly commemorated his graduation at UCT, calling it a victory moment. Symbolising triumph, Mthethwa carried ihawu (shield) and stick (iwisa) to complete his Zulu traditional attire. He describes his graduation as a reward, saying there can be no challenge without triumph. He was joined by his family who travelled from Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. #UCTGrad2025 Watch the full video: qr.link/R8xzjQ

Future UCT students, this is for you! The annual UCT Open Day programme will take place on Saturday, 12 April 2025 from 10:00 to 15:00 across our three campuses – upper, middle and health sciences. Explore different study options, attend faculty exhibitions and get all your questions answered about student life, funding and academic support. #ChooseUCT Please note that for the Faculty of Health Sciences Open Day programme, you need to RSVP to attend: qr.link/gZfd4U Find out more: qr.codes/dn25LJ

Funding your future! UCT offers financial support to eligible students to ensure you can focus on what matters – your education. Explore the various scholarships and bursaries on offer at UCT! Applications for admission to UCT open in just one day! applyonline.uct.ac.za #ChooseUCT

UCT’s March 2025 graduation season is almost here! From Monday, 31 March to Friday, 4 April, the university will celebrate its graduands’ achievements with 15 ceremonies across six faculties. Be part of the celebration by tuning in to the live stream on the university’s website, Facebook and X pages. Find out more: qr.codes/vs3Gwo #UCTGrad2025

Choose excellence. Choose Africa’s top-ranked university. Learn from dedicated lecturers who will inspire, challenge and support you on your academic journey. #ChooseUCT

Brewing UCT clinched multiple awards at the South African Intervarsity Brewing Challenge in Bloemfontein. Established in 2006, the team has its home in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Read more: qr.codes/4odCP8

UCT’s Professor Hans Beushausen has been elected to lead the International Union of Laboratories and Experts in Construction Materials, Systems and Structures. Read more: qr.codes/qkKpzB