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Celebrating 130,000 Lives Changed With UCT
Since 2007, the University of Cape Town (UCT) has worked with GetSmarter, part of edX, to take its world-class education online. Recognised as Africa’s leading university,1 this collaboration was driven by UCT’s mission to make its research and expertise available to those previously excluded due to geographical constraints; especially those located in sub-Saharan Africa. Today, the portfolio has reached an incredible milestone of 130,000 online students.
UCT has a proud tradition of academic excellence, which is reflected in the 74 online short courses – spanning topics as diverse as project management, marketing, property and construction, teaching, law, finance, and data science. It is also committed to social change and development, equipping individuals with the practical tools and skills needed to enter and excel in today’s job market. Online short course students also gain free access to edX’s Career Engagement Network. This platform provides valuable career resources and events to support your professional journey, including rich content, career templates, webinars, workshops, career fairs, networking events, panel discussions, and exclusive recruitment opportunities to connect with potential employers
- 1 (Aug, 2023). ‘Top Universities in Africa’. Retrieved from QS Top Universities.