The changing landscape of higher education makes effective research development and support a critical success factor in research-intensive higher education institutions. The Division for Research De​velopment (DRD) is tasked with the advancement, facilitation and support of research at Stellenbosch University (SU).​

Our support directly contributes to SU's ​core strategic themese ​as described in the strategic framework , in that it strengthens and grows the institutional knowledge base; ensures sustainability (in particular financial); promotes academic staff and postgraduate student success; and promotes diversity through research capacity development and support.