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About UCT
University of Cape Town (UCT) — public non-profit university. It is located in Cape Town, South Africa. As a part of Association of African Universities (AAU), Higher Education South Africa (HESA), Cape Higher Education Consortium (CHEC), OpenCourseWare Consortium (OCW), UCT is actively building the academic environment in South Africa.
The university is one of the top-170 universities in the world. This is one of the best universities in the world. Judged by 13 aspects of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), it conquered 167 place among top institutions.
UCT does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.
- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Establishment year
- 1829
- Students
- 21,812
- International students
- 3,708
- Female students
- 54%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#173
- Rating THE
- 2024#167
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Life Sciences & Medicine | 113 |
Agriculture & Forestry | 101-150 |
Social Sciences & Management | 180 |
Arts & Humanities | 192 |
Natural Sciences | 215 |
Accounting & Finance | 201-250 |
Engineering & Technology | 270 |
UCT tuition fees
The academic calendar at UCT is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The cost of study at UCT is the same for locals and foreigners — from 3,784 USD per year. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Bachelor
- 3,784USD/year
- Master
- 4,943USD/year
Study programs at UCT
Law
Law
- Study degree
- LLB
- Study form
- Full-time
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Physiotherapy
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
English
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
History
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Philosophy
- Study form
- Full-time
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Study form
- Full-time
Religious Studies
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Film and Media Production: Digital Media and Informatics Stream
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Chemical Engineering
- Study form
- Full-time
Civil Engineering
- Study form
- Full-time
Construction Studies
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical Engineering
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Study form
- Full-time
Film and Media Production: Digital Media and Informatics Stream
- Study degree
- BA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Geomatics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Information Systems
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Art History
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Property Studies
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Audiology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Occupational Therapy
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Physiotherapy
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Psychology
- Study form
- Full-time
Speech-Language Pathology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Architectural Studies
- Study form
- Full-time
Art History
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
City Planning
- Study form
- Full-time
Construction Studies
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Film & Media Production - Screen Production
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Archaeology
- Study form
- Full-time
Biological Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental and Geographical Science
- Study degree
- BA, BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Geology
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Oceanography
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
African Studies
- Study form
- Full-time
Archaeology
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Finance
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Statistics
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Actuarial Science
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Mathematics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Astrophysics
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Biological Sciences
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Actuarial Science
- Study form
- Full-time
Chartered Accountant
- Study form
- Full-time
Construction Studies
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Finance
- Study form
- Full-time
Law
Law
- Study degree
- LLM
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Medicine
Physiotherapy
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Space Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Inclusive Innovation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Religious Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
History, Philosophy & Theology
Inclusive Innovation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Religious Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Physical Sciences
Environment, Society and Sustainability
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Space Studies
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Inclusive Innovation
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environment, Society and Sustainability
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Accounting & Finance
Development Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Development Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physiotherapy
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Economics & Business Management
Development Finance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Executive Management
- Study degree
- MBA
- Study mode
- Blended
- Study form
- Part-time
Master of Business Administration
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Project Management
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Civil Infrastructure Management and Maintenance
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at UCT
Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 88.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 88
Master's degree at UCT
In order to enroll at UCT for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 7. TOEFL — 88 or higher.
- IELTS
- 7
- TOEFL iBT
- 88
- TOEFL PBT
- 570
UCT campus
The campus of the educational institution is suburban. The advantages of such a location include the ability to quickly get to the city, access to various types of recreation (in nature and in the city) and a close-knit student community. The school has a library where students can do their homework or just relax. Student life at UCT is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
There are several options to stay in the country after graduation. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Read more about this on the embassy website. Graduates of UCT find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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