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The goal of the Science Faculty is to be an international leader in research and teaching, with an African context

Studying

Educating future scientists with internationally recognised degrees for global mobility.

Research

Enabling opportunities for globally competitive, locally relevant research.

Science Matters Newsletter

Sharing news from around the Faculty of Science.

Faculty of Science Virtual Campus Tour

Join us on a virtual adventure through UCT's Faculty of Science, where we uncover the best spots to study, relax and connect. From high-tech labs to cozy study areas.

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Sightings of blue and fin whales increase in South-East Atlantic

Research led by the Centre for Statistics in Ecology, Environment and Conservation, revealed a recent increase in sightings of the world’s two largest whale species in the southeastern Atlantic.

RSVP: Distinguished Alumni Lectures

The UCT Faculty of Science Distinguished Alumni Lectures aim to highlight our outstanding alumni who are making significant contributions in their respective fields. Taking place on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 18:00 SAST

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The power of mathematical modelling in infectious disease outcomes

Professor Silal addressed a full lecture theatre and extended online audience, which spanned academics from Cape Town to Oxford, public health officials, postgraduate students, family and loved ones.

Study Science

The Faculty of Science is home to approximately 3 300 students, of which some 39% are postgraduate full research students registered in the 12 academic departments. There are about 229 academic staff and some 245 support staff who provide for our undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Archaeology Astronomy Biological Sciences Chemistry Environmental & Geographical Science Geological Sciences

Mathematics & Applied Mathematics Molecular & Cell Biology Oceanography Physics School of IT Statistical Sciences

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