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eResearch reports
UCT eResearch is a distributed organisation that promotes use of advanced information technologies to support innovation in research.
Research strategy
The University of Cape Town is South Africa and Africa’s leading university (as measured by all the top ranking systems) mainly due to its superb research output.
UCT partners with French university to launch Africa’s first dual degree
UCT has teamed up with Sciences Po to offer students a prestigious, internationally recognised dual degree programme.
Design of Structures for Earthquake Resistance
Dept. of Civil Engineering course
Distinguished Teacher Award
The Distinguished Teacher Award is the highest accolade awarded to teaching staff at all levels within the university.
Professor Harald Winkler
Harald Winkler is a Professor in PRISM, School of Economics at the University of Cape Town (UCT). His research interests are at the intersection of sustainable development and climate change mitigation. His academic publications can be accessed on Scopus. Specific focus areas for future research include equity and inequality between and within countries; just transitions; the global stock-take; and low emission development strategies.
UCT Inaugural Lecture: Professor Francois Cilliers
Professor Cilliers will deliver his Inaugural Lecture, titled “Theory from the Past – Theory for the Future: Rethinking Health Professions Education in Context” on Wednesday, 9 April 2025 at 18:00 SAST.
The Fourth Aviva Pelham Operetta Competition
This yearly revival of the swish and charm of Viennese and French operetta is sure to move and entertain.