Campus life
Where academic excellence meets vibrant student life.
It's about who you become
At Stellenbosch University, it’s less about what you become and more about #whoyoubecome. Here, every student has the chance to grow, lead, and thrive in a diverse world.
From residences and Private Student Organisation wards to our Listen, Live and Learn houses, all Maties belong to one of seven cluster communities - spaces where students meet, build connections, and find a sense of belonging that supports success.
Proudly continuing our long sporting tradition, Maties Sport nurtures talented student-athletes while also promoting an active lifestyle across the SU community. Our facilities include a 14 000-seater athletics stadium, two artificial grass pitches, nine hockey fields, six cricket fields, nine squash courts, eight netball courts, 15 rugby fields, 27 tennis courts, and six clubhouses.
Our diverse student societies, catering for everything from dancing to debating and beyond, offer students the chance to meet new people, explore their interests, and live a balanced, vibrant life.
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Student stories
Discover stories of our pursuit of impactful solutions, building learning communities that leverage the latest technologies, and our exceptional students.
Media release
Stellenbosch University launches #GivingMaties, 40-day drive to fight student hunger
Student hunger remains a pressing reality at Stellenbosch University (SU) – and from 5 March to 15 April, the SU community is mobilising to respond. Alumni...
Institutional news
SU strengthens support for students facing registration and funding challenges
Stellenbosch University (SU) has introduced a range of flexible support measures to assist students experiencing financial difficulty. These include...
Media release
Eerste River study needs your help – students, hikers, landowners and other stakeholders
Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Invasion Biology is embarking on a comprehensive benchmarking exercise to establish the status of plant invasions along the...
Student events
Attend our events for the opportunity to discover, grow, learn and engage with our community.
