University Overview
Established in 1918, Universiteit Stellenbosch (University of Stellenbosch) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Stellenbosch (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Western Cape. This institution also has branch campuses in Tygerberg, Bellville and Saldanha. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training, Universiteit Stellenbosch (SU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. Universiteit Stellenbosch (SU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 107-year-old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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University Identity
| Name | Universiteit Stellenbosch |
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| Name (English) | University of Stellenbosch |
| Name (Non Latin) | n.a. |
| Acronym | SU |
| Founded | 1918 Origins date back to 1866 |
| Motto | Pectora roborant cultus recti Sound learning strengthens the spirit |
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| Mascot | Pokkel |
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University Location
| Address | Private Bag X1, Matieland Stellenbosch 7602 Western Cape South Africa |
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(21) 808 9111 |
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(21) 808 3800 |
| Other locations | Tygerberg, Bellville and Saldanha |
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