The University of Cape Town (UCT), South Africa’s highest-ranking university, offers a wide range of undergraduate programmes designed to develop innovative thinkers and skilled professionals. Applications for the 2026 academic year are open, and here’s a complete look at all the UCT courses by faculty.
Faculty of Commerce – UCT Courses
Bachelor of Business Science (BBusSc)
- Actuarial Science
- Actuarial Science specialising in Quantitative Finance
- Statistics and Data Sciences
- Finance, Investment and Banking
- Finance with Accounting
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Economics
- Economics with Law
- Marketing
- Organisational Psychology
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
- Financial Accounting: General Accounting
- Financial Accounting: Chartered Accountant
- Financial Accounting: Accounting with Law
- Economics and Finance
- Economics and Statistics
- Economics with Law
- Information Systems and Computer Science
- Management Studies
- PPE: Philosophy, Politics & Economics
Extended & Augmented Programmes also available in:
- Actuarial Science
- Financial Accounting
- Economics with Law
- Information Systems
- Management Studies
Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment – UCT Courses
Engineering Degrees
- BSc in Engineering:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
Built Environment Degrees
- Bachelor of Architectural Studies
- BSc in Geomatics
- BSc in Construction Studies
- BSc in Property Studies
Faculty of Health Sciences – UCT Courses
- Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBChB)
- BSc in Audiology
- BSc in Occupational Therapy
- BSc in Physiotherapy
- BSc in Speech-Language Pathology
- Higher Certificate in Disability Practice
- Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic Formulation Science
Faculty of Humanities – UCT Courses
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- African Languages & Literatures
- Afrikaans
- Arabic
- Business French
- Classical Studies
- Dance
- Drama
- English
- Film Studies
- French
- German
- History
- Italian
- Jazz Studies
- Linguistics
- Media & Writing
- Music
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- Visual & Art History
- Xhosa Communication
Bachelor of Arts in:
- Film & Media Production
- Fine Art
- Theatre & Performance
- Communication Studies
- Translation & Linguistics
Bachelor of Social Science
- Psychology
- Philosophy
- Politics & International Relations
- Public Policy & Administration
- Gender Studies
- Sociology
- Social Anthropology
- Social Development
- Industrial Sociology
- Economics
- PPE: Philosophy, Politics & Economics
Other Programmes
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Music
- Dance Teacher’s Diploma
- Advanced Certificates in Education
- Performer’s Diploma in Opera & Theatre
Faculty of Law – UCT Courses
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Available as a standalone undergraduate degree or postgraduate track.
Faculty of Science – UCT Courses
- BSc in:
- Applied Biology
- Applied Mathematics
- Biochemistry
- Business Computing
- Chemistry
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Ecology & Evolution
- Environmental & Geographical Science
- Genetics
- Human Physiology
- Marine Biology
- Mathematics
- Mathematical Statistics
- Microbiology
- Ocean & Atmosphere Science
- Physics
- Archaeology
- Astrophysics
- Statistics
How to Apply to UCT
UCT’s application cycle for 2026 opens in April/May 2025 and closes on 31 July 2025 for most programmes.
Apply Online: UCT Online Application Portal
UCT offers world-class education, internationally accredited programmes, and a vibrant student life in the heart of Cape Town. Whether you’re into engineering, medicine, law, humanities, or commerce — UCT has a path tailored for you.