University of the Western Cape

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) has broken new ground to become the first University in South Africa to offer Islamic Studies as a major subject for undergraduate students. For over a decade, the University has taught Islamic…

A groundbreaking discovery in the depths of space has been unveiled - a testament to the power of collaboration among international astronomers. This monumental effort, which includes a researcher from the University of the Western…

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) has launched a state-of-the-art study facility to improve the postgraduate experience. The official opening of the Dentistry Postgraduate Work Lounge at the…

The number of high school learners electing mathematics and physical science as subjects are declining. Reports suggest that from 2015 to 2019, the number of students taking mathematics declined by 16%, while the number of students taking…

The University of the Western Cape's (UWC) wealth of knowledge in green hydrogen energy and its proven track record in developing the latest technology in the field of hydrogen has earned the institution the right to train the country's…

Digital transformation is a priority for the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and is a cross-cutting feature of the Institutional Operating Plan (2021-2025).  Executive Director: Human Resources, Meko Magida addresses participants at…

The dire socio-economic challenges many teachers and their learners face are why the University of the Western Cape’s (UWC) Education Faculty has embarked on an effective teacher-training student excursion to expose first-year students to…

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) has launched a state-of-the-art study facility to improve the postgraduate experience. The official opening of the Dentistry Postgraduate Work Lounge at the…

As South Africa continues to battle a shrinking economy and an unemployment rate of more than 31%, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) remains committed to bolstering its staff population to provide the best academic and support…

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) strengthened its partnership  with corporate partners when it recently hosted a networking event for one of its valued donors, Zimele Technologies. The event was an opportunity for UWC to…