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Stellenbosch University
SU features among leading higher education institutions globally in several subject areas
SU features in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject. Continues to be among the best tertiary institutions globally in several subjects. Performed well in Arts and Humanities, Medical and Health, Education...
Stellenbosch University
SU leads continent in research output, new QS ranking shows
Inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa released on 12 February 2026. SU academics are the most prolific in Africa when it comes to papers published. SU has the second highest number of academic staff with PhDs in South...
Faculty of Engineering
Electric Mobility Lab wins two prestigious Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards
Stellenbosch University’s Electric Mobility Lab won two 2025 ASCEA awards for African innovation: a pioneering diesel-to-electric bus conversion and a 6,000km solar-powered motorbike expedition from Nairobi. Both projects highlight...
Faculty of Engineering
Celebrating the women who keep the Engineering Faculty’s engine running
Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Engineering celebrates the essential women powering its administrative and academic success this Women’s Day. From finance to student support, these professionals ensure operational excellence and...
Faculty of Engineering
Engineering students gain global Project Management skills
Stellenbosch University is boosting engineering graduates' careers through the IPMA-SA Foundation Certification. Integrated into the PM412 module, the programme saw a 160% rise in participation in 2025 with a 97% pass rate, giving students...
Faculty of Engineering
Mathematics achievers join the 2026 Engineering cohort
First-year engineering students who achieved 90%+ for Mathematics in the 2025 final school exams. Students from across South Africa pursuing engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Stellenbosch University.
Faculty of Engineering
Recent promotions and appointments in the Faculty of Engineering
Promotions recognise excellence within academic ranks. New appointments support and strengthen teaching and research within departments.
Staff
We need smarter water management
World Water Day was celebrated on 22 March. Experts at SU wrote opinion pieces. Spotlight on smarter water management, digital technologies, water crisis and AI.
Faculty of Engineering
SU documentary showcases ‘crazy idea’ that powered an electric motorcycle through Africa
Recharging Hope is a seven-part documentary series about an SU-led team's epic journey through Africa on a solar-powered motorcycle. The premiere event provided an opportunity to see first-hand how electric transport solutions can be...