Open days & events in the Western Cape

expos, workshops, info sessions and webinars that touch this province — so you don't have to check ten different websites.

The Western Cape is home to four public universities — University of Cape Town (UCT), Stellenbosch University, University of the Western Cape (UWC) and Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) — plus six TVET colleges including Boland, False Bay and Northlink, a dedicated nursing college, and the second-highest number of DHET-registered private colleges of any province. That density means learners here genuinely have choice: a coding bootcamp taster in Bellville, a nursing information talk near George, a career expo out at Table View. It also means it pays to compare properly before committing to one campus or course.

Most public university open days happen between February and May, well ahead of the September application deadlines most universities set for the following year. TVET colleges tend to move faster and less predictably — they often only announce an open day on Facebook one to three weeks before it happens, so following a college's page directly is worth more than waiting for an email. Private colleges and online schools, by contrast, run open days and info sessions throughout the year, often monthly, which suits anyone who missed the university season or is still deciding in the middle of the year.

If distance, transport costs or data are a barrier — not unusual if you're travelling in from George or further along the coast — webinars are worth prioritising, since they need no travel and many are recorded for later viewing. Whatever event you choose, always confirm the date, venue and registration requirements directly with the organiser before you travel, since these details can change. Most events are free, though some ask you to book a spot in advance.

Browse the upcoming open days, expos, workshops, info sessions and webinars for the Western Cape below to find one that fits your timeline.