University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (UKZN): The Ideal Educational Partner for IUC

Welcome to one of the largest, oldest and most transformed universities in sub-Saharan Africa – the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), a teaching and research-led university. It is characterized by innovative curricula, dynamic teaching and learning, state-of-the-art laboratories and accredited professional degrees. These have earned UKZN the reputation as a leading higher education institution in Africa. The University is a top-ranked state-funded university in South Africa for research productivity. Research activities span the natural, biomedical, humanities and social sciences.

The University has a proud and rich heritage of academic excellence. In 2010, UKZN celebrated 100 years of higher education; a centenary of scholarship, innovation and community engagement. There is a lot that IUC can learn from a mature knowledge builder. UKZN has five Campuses.

Howard Campus (Durban)

Pietermaritzburg Campus (KwaZulu-Natal)

Westville Campus (Durban)

Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine (Durban)

Edgewood Campus

The University of KwaZulu-Natal is accredited as a University by the Government’s Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and is registered on the SAQA list of Public Higher Education Providers.