Faculty of Science

First-year students are invited to begin their journey through Campus Life 2025, which is a comprehensive guide to navigating university life. The publication includes lots of useful information.

The First-Year Campus Reception (FYCR) kicked off on Saturday, 1 February, until Monday, 3 February, at the Sports Centre. Registration information is available online.

Four UCT researchers – three doctoral students and a postdoctoral fellow – are among 30 outstanding scientists recognised in the Fondation L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents Award programme.

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) has approved a five-year continuation for the SAMRC / UCT Drug Discovery and Development Research Unit (DDDRU), under the directorship of Professor Kelly Chibale.

The annual event is for learners in Grades 10 to 12, their families and teachers. This year, it takes place on campus from 10:00 to 15:00 on Saturday, 12 April 2025.

The University of Cape Town celebrated graduations from Monday, 31 March until Friday, 4 April 2025. Ceremonies were livestreamed on the website and video recordings are being made available as soon as possible after the event.