​​​Stellenbosch University is commemorating its 100th birthday in 2018, making it one of the oldest universities in South Africa.

The university was established in 2 April 1918, when the Victoria College that had been in operation since the 1800's, was officially constituted as the Stellenbosch University.

The University started out with four faculties: Arts, Science, Education and Agriculture, 503 students and 40 lecturing staff.  Today SU is home to 10 faculties, a vibrant and cosmopolitan community of more than 30 000 students and 3 000 staff members, spread over five campuses.

To commemorate this milestone, SU will host Centenary events throughout 2018. Click here more information on the Centenary.