UCT ranks in top 1.4% of universities worldwide UCT has been named the top university in Africa in the Center for World University Rankings.
UCT rises in key disciplines in QS subject rankings UCT ranked 15th globally in Development Studies in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.
UCT forensic scientist earns NRF P-rating for DNA research NRF P-rating for UCT researcher highlights her innovative approach to forensic science and her commitment to justice, ethics and humanitarian impact.
UCT achieves its highest ranking in a decade – now in the top 3% globally Africa’s leading university is ranked in the top 3% globally. Climbing to its highest position in 10 years in the recently released Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, UCT is now in 150th place worldwide.