Faculties
Our University’s 10 diverse faculties are where future leaders and trailblazers are inspired to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges and shape a better tomorrow.
The 10 faculties foster collaboration with industry and community partners through purposeful partnerships, technology transfer, business incubation and engaged research that addresses real-world challenges and drives innovation. Each faculty actively builds networks with the private sector, government and civil society to co-create knowledge, support student learning through work-integrated opportunities, and ensure that research outcomes have tangible impact beyond the university. These collaborations are central to SU’s mission of advancing knowledge in service of society and building capacity for the 21st-century knowledge economy.
AgriSciences
Education
Medicine and Health Sciences
At the cutting edge of health research and care, the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences trains the next generation of healthcare professionals to advance wellness across Africa.
Theology
Rooted in tradition and open to dialogue, the Faculty of Theology explores faith, ethics and spirituality, preparing graduates for service and leadership in diverse communities.
Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering pioneers technological advancement, producing highly skilled engineers who tackle real-world challenges with innovative solutions.
Military Science
Located at the Saldanha campus, we develop strategic thinkers and leaders for defence and peacekeeping in South Africa and beyond.
Economic and Management Sciences
As the largest faculty, we equip future leaders with analytical skills and entrepreneurial mindsets to drive economic growth and responsible business.
Law
With a proud tradition of excellence, the Faculty of Law develops legal professionals and thought leaders committed to justice, ethics, and societal transformation.
Science
The Faculty of Science unlocks the mysteries of the natural world, driving discovery and innovation in fields ranging from mathematics to biotechnology.
Schools
Stellenbosch University is home to two schools, each a dynamic, interdisciplinary academic unit.
Our schools bring together expertise from multiple faculties, enabling teams to tackle complex challenges that cross traditional academic boundaries while partnering with industry and society to find impactful solutions for the 21st-century knowledge economy. These schools serve as incubators for new ideas and approaches, offering flexible programmes, joint research initiatives, and real-world learning opportunities that prepare graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing world. They accelerate the transfer of knowledge, drive entrepreneurial activity, and help ensure that our University’s research and teaching remain relevant and responsive to societal needs.