Founded in 1959, University of the Western Cape is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Bellville (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Western Cape. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. University of the Western Cape (UWC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 64 years old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this South African higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UWC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | University of the Western Cape |
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Acronym | UWC |
Founded | 1959 |
Motto | Respice prospice Look to the future, learn from the past |
Colours | Blue and gold |
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Address | Private Bag X17 Bellville 7535 Western Cape South Africa |
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Tel | +27 (21) 959 2911 |
Fax | +27 (21) 959 3126 |
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Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
International students |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades |
Admission Rate | 50-60% |
Admission Office | Modderdam Road Bellville 7535 (21) 959 2911 |
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Student Enrollment | 15,000-19,999 |
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Academic Staff | 1,000-1,499 |
Control Type | Public |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Semesters |
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Campus Setting | Suburban |
Religious Affiliation | None |
Study Abroad | Yes |
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Distance Learning | Yes |
Academic Counseling | Not reported |
Career Services | Not reported |
Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
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Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa
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