South African Universities
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University of Cape Town (UCT)
Leading research university in Africa with excellent academic programs and world-class facilities.
Faculties (6):
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
Premier university known for mining, engineering, and medical programs.
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University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
Comprehensive university with multiple campuses across KwaZulu-Natal.
Faculties (7):
University of Pretoria (UP)
One of South Africa's top research universities with comprehensive academic programs.
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Stellenbosch University
Leading Afrikaans university with excellent research and academic programs.
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University of the Western Cape (UWC)
Historically disadvantaged university with strong community engagement.
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Rhodes University
Small, prestigious university known for academic excellence and research.
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North-West University (NWU)
Multi-campus university serving diverse student populations.
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University of Venda (UNIVEN)
Comprehensive university focusing on rural development and African languages.
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University of Mpumalanga (UMP)
Newest university in South Africa, committed to quality education and research.
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Walter Sisulu University (WSU)
Comprehensive university serving the Eastern Cape region with multiple campuses.
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University of Limpopo (UL)
Merged university offering comprehensive programs in health sciences and agriculture.
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University of Zululand (Unizulu)
Comprehensive university north of Tugela River with international partnerships.
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Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
University of Technology offering career-focused education in the Vaal Triangle.
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