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Engineering students gain real-world insight through Virtual Industry Tour initiative

Early exposure to real-world industries. Development of key workplace skills.

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.

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.

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 adapted for African realities. The documentary can be viewed on YouTube.

SU Engineering students earn international recognition at IEEE BioDCASE 2025

SU Engineering postgraduate students earned international recognition at IEEE BioDCASE 2025. Their work advances machine learning for whale call detection.

Engineering students recognised for innovation and impact in 2025

Hospital-assistant robots showcased at Mediclinic Winelands. Civil Engineering student receives national sustainability award. Celebrating student excellence.

Faculty of Engineering celebrates innovation at the 31st Jac van der Merwe Competition

Gerhard Hattingh wins the 31st Jac van der Merwe Competition. Students showcase cutting-edge innovation at the Jac van der Merwe Competition.

Lifelong learning in action: MEng graduate at age 77

At 77, Matthys de Wet is earning his MEng at Stellenbosch University. His biomass-to-energy research shows how experience can drive real innovation in renewable energy.

SU confers honorary doctorate in engineering on disaster management expert Colin Deiner​

Colin Deiner received an honorary doctorate. He advances disaster management and response services.

SU Engineering students lead the way at first SA Project Management Championship

SU Engineering took 1st and 2nd place at the first IPMA-SA Project Management Championship. Results highlight the strength of the PM412 Project Management module.
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