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Where academic excellence meets vibrant student life.
Stellenbosch University student life
At Stellenbosch University you’ll find an energetic campus where serious learning and a full, active student life go hand in hand. Our academically rigorous programmes are supported by research-led teaching and learning resources that help you thrive inside the lecture hall and beyond.
Find your place. Build your future.
Campus life at Stellenbosch University is dynamic and diverse. Maties Sport and a variety of recreational programmes keep students active and connected, while student societies, cultural groups and social impact initiatives offer countless opportunities to explore interests, form friendships and develop leadership skills.
Whether you live in a residence, private student accommodation, or commute from home, clusters, peer mentors and commuter communities make it easy to settle in and belong.
We place student wellbeing at the centre of the experience – from counselling and academic support to financial aid advice and dedicated services for international students, you’ll find holistic support every step of the way.
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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.
Awards and milestones
Keesha Petersen’s resilience rewrites her future
Keesha Petersen remembers exactly how she felt in 2021, staring at her matric results. The numbers on the page told a story she couldn’t and wouldn’t accept.
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Innovation and entrepreneurship
Local, lekker and affordable – SU students develop innovative food delivery app
Two Stellenbosch University (SU) students have found a way to tackle food insecurity, support local food vendors, and improve access to affordable meals — all...
Awards and milestones
Google names two Stellenbosch University students among its 2025 Global PhD fellows
Two Stellenbosch University (SU) students, Haingo Andry and Simon Malan, have been named among the recipients of the prestigious 2025 Global Google PhD...
Student events
Attend our events for the opportunity to discover, grow, learn and engage with our community.
