The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of Africa’s top universities and the largest contact university in South Africa. We produce socially impactful research to find solutions for the world’s most pressing issues. We have a high quality of teaching and learning in the classroom, online, or in communities. We have support in place for our students to graduate on time as well-rounded, responsible citizens fully prepared for the world beyond university.
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Your academic success is important, but university life is also about having fun and exploring your talents to be a well-rounded graduate who is ready for the world beyond university. At the University of Pretoria, we have a vibrant student life and there are many arts, cultural, sporting, and even academic extramural activities that you can participate in.
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Research Matters
University of Pretoria researchers revolutionise cancer care in global study
Extra Time: Keeping football players in the game longer
Teaching and Learning Matters
UP’s E-Education Group wins international award for outstanding professional development
Co-Creating Fully Online Learning Excellence
Latest News
Tuks FM and Metro FM join forces for World Radio Day simulcast
UP claims fifth position in the 2026 QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa
Tuks swimmers continue to dominate the aQuellé Midmar Mile women’s race
Inspiring the next generation of malaria researchers | International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Seminar room in UP’s Political Sciences Department named after the late Prof Maxi Schoeman
UP celebrates 118 years and launches Thrive UP 2038 strategy
UP launches SARChI Chair in Just Energy Transition to guide decarbonisation and advance equitable energy access
