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The University of the Western Cape is presenting gold medals to outstanding students who have excelled academically during their studies. These awards are given to recognize excellence in performance and dedication.
- Who it is for:
- high-achieving students completing their studies at UWC
- How to act on it:
- No application required; recipients are selected by academic committees based on academic merit and performance.
The University of the Western Cape is awarding honorary doctorates to distinguished individuals in recognition of their exceptional contributions to society, academia, or other fields. This is a formal honour conferred during a ceremonial event.
- Who it is for:
- distinguished individuals who have made significant contributions in their field
- How to act on it:
- No application required; recipients are selected by the university's governing bodies and announced in advance.
The University of the Western Cape is accepting applications for specialised postgraduate Masters degrees in Law (LLM) and other fields (MPhil). These programmes are designed for students seeking advanced study in specific academic areas.
- Who it is for:
- students with a relevant undergraduate degree seeking a Masters qualification
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's online application portal for postgraduate studies
The University of the Western Cape is accepting applications for doctoral degrees in Law (LLD) and other disciplines. These programmes are intended for candidates pursuing original research at the highest academic level.
- Who it is for:
- candidates with a relevant Master’s degree seeking to pursue a PhD or LLD
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the University of the Western Cape's online application portal for postgraduate studies
Researchers and academics are invited to submit abstracts for presentations at a scholarly colloquium examining the historical and legal significance of the De Villiers vs Cape Division Council case and its impact on South African jurisprudence over the past 150 years.
- Who it is for:
- academics, legal scholars, researchers in jurisprudence, postgraduate students in law
- How to act on it:
- Submit an abstract via the provided online link
This is a prestigious fellowship awarded to internationally recognized scholars for advanced research in Germany. It supports Prof Johathan Jodamus's research in religion and theology during his stay in Germany.
- Who it is for:
- internationally recognized scholars in religion and theology
- How to act on it:
- The fellowship was awarded to Prof Johathan Jodamus based on his academic excellence and research proposal; no application process is described in this document.
The University of the Western Cape is hosting the annual Jaap Durand Lecture and Seminar, an academic event focused on themes related to law, justice, and social transformation. The event is open to the public, students, staff, and academics.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, students, staff, academics, researchers
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event in person or online as advertised; no application or registration process is specified in the text.
This is an open day hosted by the University of the Western Cape for prospective postgraduate students to learn about postgraduate programmes, research opportunities, and support services. Attendees can explore various faculties, speak with academic staff, and get information on applications, funding, and student life.
- Who it is for:
- prospective postgraduate students, international applicants, and research-focused learners
- How to act on it:
- Attend in person at the University of the Western Cape campus; visit the official event page for details
This is a seminar hosted by the University of the Western Cape, chaired by Jaap Durand, focusing on topics related to sport. It is open to students, staff, academics, researchers, and members of the public who are interested in sport from an academic or research perspective.
- Who it is for:
- UWC students, UWC staff, academics interested in sport, researchers in sport-related fields, members of the public with interest in sport and academia
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event at the University of the Western Cape campus
This public lecture explores global shifts in mobility, border policies, and care systems in the context of climate change, particularly at a 2-degree warming threshold. It is open to anyone interested in interdisciplinary discussions on migration, governance, and social justice.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, students, academics, researchers, and general audience interested in social and environmental issues
- How to act on it:
- Attend the event in person at the University of the Western Cape campus
The University of the Western Cape is increasing its student accommodation capacity to accommodate more students starting in 2026. This expansion will provide additional housing options for both new and returning students, including international applicants.
- Who it is for:
- undergraduate and postgraduate students applying or reapplying for 2026
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the UWC admission portal during the application period for 2026
This event allows prospective postgraduate students to learn about the programmes, research opportunities, and support services offered by the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of the Western Cape. Attendees can speak with academic staff, explore departments, and get information on applications, funding, and student life.
- Who it is for:
- prospective postgraduate students, international applicants, students interested in arts and humanities
- How to act on it:
- Attend in person at the University of the Western Cape campus