English courses at the University of Cape Town
TheUniversity of Cape Town (UCT) Language Centre was founded in 2015. Part of the Faculty of Humanities, they operate in the Rosedale building on the Hiddingh campus. The campus, shared with the theater and fine arts departments, is a vibrant place.
Located in the center of Cape Town, the campus offers easy access to local attractions. It includes two theaters and an exhibition space where events are frequently held. The university library and computer room are available to students.
UCT's private bus service connects the main campus, offering a wide range of sports and recreational options, such as clubs, associations and student events.
What's included?
- Tuition fees
- Course book and materials
- Free access to online resources
- Free wireless network access on school premises
- Certificate of participation
What's not included?
- Airport transfer on arrival and departure
- Excursions or social program activities
- Exam fees, books for exam preparation and transportation to the exam center.
General English
General English is our most popular course and is designed to meet a wide range of language learning needs. You'll study grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and speech systems, as well as reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
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Opening hours 9:00 am to 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Maximum class size 14
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Lessons per week 20
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Lesson duration 50 minutes
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Course manual Includes
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Levels Beginner to Advanced
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Start date Every Monday
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Minimum age 16 years old
Semi-intensive and intensive English
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Opening hours 9am to 4pm
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Maximum class size 14
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Lessons per week 25 or 30 lessons
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Lesson duration 50 minutes
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Course manual Includes
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Levels Beginner to Advanced
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Start date Every Monday
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Minimum age 16 years old
General English + Excursions
Language excursions are communication courses outside the classroom, where your teacher becomes your language guide. This promotes, encourages and connects the practice of English through social, historical and cultural interaction. Language excursions are flexible and are coordinated with actual events in Cape Town, whenever possible and/or desirable. These excursions offer you the unique opportunity to improve your English while meeting and discovering the people, energy and diversity of Cape Town. This includes General English or IELTS (20 lessons) in the morning and language excursions (10 lessons) over 3 afternoons.
Accommodation for students
Accommodation is a crucial aspect of your language stay at the University of Cape Town. There are several options to choose from, depending on your budget, preferences and length of stay. University residences are very popular, offering easy access to university facilities and the chance to network with other international students.
For those looking for more independence, furnished shared apartments are available close to campus. These usually include basic amenities such as Internet access, public transport and 24-hour security. Another option is to stay with a host family, ideal for complete cultural immersion. You'll be able to practice English on a daily basis while discovering the local culture.