Meet the Rector and Vice Chancellor of Stellenbosch University, Prof Deresh Ramjugernath. Click on his picture to listen to his welcoming message and the "vibrant, diverse community" you will soon be joining, as well as what student life has to offer you.  

Meet new people, explore what interests you, and get involved in campus life. Stay safe, look out for each other, and remember that we have plenty of support services here to help you settle in and succeed.

Meet the Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor: Learning and Teaching at Stellenbosch University, Prof Richard Stevens. Click on his picture to listen to his message of welcome to all newcomers, whether you “come from across town, across the country or across the world”, you will now become “part of a community that is passionate about learning, discovery and making a difference”. 

At Stellenbosch we believe that learning is not just about what happens in the classrooms. Yes, it is important, but also important is to find opportunities and networks everywhere - in your lectures, in your student communities, in student societies, but also in conversations that challenge and inspire you. 

Meet our Acting Dean of Students, Dr Leslie van Rooi, who heads up the Responsibility Centre: Dean of Students at Stellenbosch University. Click on his picture to listen to his message of encouragement as you "start a new phase of your life".

When you arrive here, you'll be introduced to our fellow leaders, fellow students, and you'll have the opportunity to take part in a well-designed Welcoming programme that will introduce you to all of the facets of what it means to be a Matie.