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Sharing news from around the Faculty of Science.

South African Survey of Student Engagement (SASSE)

This is your opportunity to share your UCT experience with us! SASSE survey: have your say about life at UCT

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Welcome

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.

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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The University of Cape Town celebrated spring graduations from Monday, 8 September until Wednesday, 10 September 2025. Ceremonies were livestreamed, and recordings are being posted as soon as possible after the event.

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This Science Week experiment allows you to step inside the Curiosity Cube

As part of our Science Week celebrations, we are excited to announce that the Curiosity Cube will be visiting UCT on Saturday, 13 September 2025. Faculty of Science is inviting the children (ages 8 to 12) of UCT staff to come explore!

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Professor Jill Farrant Wins Lifetime Achievement at 2025 NRF Awards

On receiving her award for Lifetime Achievement at the 2025 NRF Awards, Professor Jill Farrant, from the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, described her accolade as the biggest honour she has ever received from her country.

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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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