Water Sensitive Urban Design Website
The Water Sensitive Urban Design website has information on the South African Water Sensitive Design Community of Practice. You can also find resources on recommended practices, and research in the field.
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Trans-disciplinary research
We conduct trans-disciplinary, collaborative and impact-driven research, and facilitate the update and use of our research across policy, practice and industry.
Postgraduate students
We support a strong cohort of postgraduate students to further our understanding of key water issues and develop connections across disciplines.
Symposia and seminars
We host short courses, workshops, symposia and seminars to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among academics, industry, government and civil society.
Innovative outreach
We maintain a strong public presence, using diverse initiatives and strategic communication to inspire and drive water sensitive behavior.
News
UCT ranks 77th place globally in 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
In 2024 UCT published the third edition of its Sustainability & SDGs Report, highlighting the university’s advancements in tackling global challenges through research, teaching, and community engagement.
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PhD Candidate Opportunity - Health Vulnerability in Flooding
It builds on past research where a framework for health vulnerability in the context of extreme weather events was developed and calls for testing and further development of this framework among people who have experienced flooding events.
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