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University of Venda

(UNIVEN)

🇿🇦 South Africa / Limpopo / Thohoyandou
Est. 1982

About

The University of Venda is a South African comprehensive university, located in Thohoyandou in Limpopo province. It is rural-based. It was established in 1981 under the then Republic of Venda government.

Ranking Overview

Ranking Snapshot

Ranked Top 1501 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems

QS #1501+ (2026)
THE #1501+ (2025)

Ranked in 3 subject rankings

QS QS World University Rankings
# 1501+
300
2026
THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings
# 1501+
300
10.5
2025
ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities
Not Ranked
US News U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Not Ranked

Key Facts

Students
12,497
Student-Staff Ratio
29.0 : 1
Int'l Students
1%
Female : Male
58 : 42

Historical Trend

Longitudinal View
QS QS
THE THE
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Top Subjects

Best-performing areas
801–1000
Life Sciences
801–1000
Social Sciences
1001+
Physical Sciences

Subject Rankings

Detailed breakdown

THE

3 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Life Sciences 801–1000 20.8 2025
Social Sciences 801–1000 19.6 2025
Physical Sciences 1001+ 9.3 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ranking of University of Venda?

University of Venda's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1501+, THE Rank 1501+.

When was University of Venda founded?

University of Venda was founded in 1982.

What are the top subjects at University of Venda?

Top subjects at University of Venda include: Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Physical Sciences.

Where is University of Venda located?

University of Venda is located in Thohoyandou, South Africa.