Accommodation

The Department of Residence Affairs and Accommodation (TuksRes) is a dynamic and student-focused division dedicated to enhancing the residential experience at the University of Pretoria.

As South Africa’s largest residential university, the University of Pretoria accommodates over 8 000 students in its university residences. This extensive residential community is supported by a well-structured management framework that ensures seamless operations and a high standard of student living.

Student Accommodation

Our story

In October 2004, the University of Pretoria's Council took a bold step to streamline and enhance the efficiency of its residence operations. By consolidating all residence-related functions into a single, integrated business unit, the university eliminated fragmented operational structures across campus. This strategic decision led to the establishment of TuksRes, a unified department committed to delivering exceptional residential services and fostering a strong sense of community for students.

Vision
To offer an on-campus living environment that supports each student’s academic experience at the University of Pretoria.
Mission
To strive towards creating a community that fosters safety/security, personal development/growth and the rendering of professional services. We are furthermore committed to be responsive to the needs of all residents and to be driven by the ideal of realising a better quality of student life in our residences.

As we live by our motto – Legaegae, Real Home – we strive to provide each and every student with a living community they can call home.

View the complete TuksRes Contact List here. For more information, please email [email protected]

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