List of universities in South Africa for international students
South Africa has the highest top ranking universities in Africa. There are two or more universities in the country that make it into the top 1000 universities in the world. That is why South Africa is also a common destination for Nigerians. So if you are interested in studying in this African country, here is a list of universities in South Africa for international students.
There are both public and private universities in South Africa. The public universities in South Africa are divided into three categories namely traditional universities, comprehensive universities, and universities of technology. The traditional universities offer theoretically-oriented university degrees. The comprehensive universities offer both theoretically-oriented university degrees and vocational oriented degrees and diplomas while the universities of technology offer only vocational oriented degrees and diplomas.
South Africa has twenty-six public universities. Twelve of these public universities are traditional universities, six are comprehensive, and eight are universities of technology. Below is the list of public South African universities you can opt for as an international student.
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List of universities in South Africa
There are the universities in South Africa listed according to their categories.
Traditional universities
- University of Cape Town
- University of Fort Hare
- University of the Free State
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of Limpopo
- North-West University
- University of Pretoria
- Rhodes University
- Sefako Makgatho University
- University of Stellenbosch
- University of the Western Cape
- University of the Witwatersrand
Comprehensive universities
- University of Johannesburg
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of South Africa
- University of Venda
- Walter Sisulu University
- University of Zululand
Universities of technology
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Central University of Technology
- Durban University of Technology
- Mangosuthu University of Technology
- University of Mpumalanga
- Sol Plaatje University
- Tshwane University of Technology
- Vaal University of Technology
Do you want to study in South Africa? If yes, the information below will be very helpful in making your plans
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Study in South Africa and living expenses
The main thing to know besides your tuition fee when planning to study in South Africa is the cost of living for international students in South Africa. The basic things you need to know to determine your cost of living is feeding and accommodation. The cost of living in South Africa is not that expensive compared to studying in some other places. On the average, you will need around £100 for feeding every month.
There are two types of accommodation you can go for while studying in South Africa: student accommodation and private accommodation. Student accommodation is the housing accommodation provided by the university.
Most South African universities offer some form of accommodation for international students. It could be private rooms, shared dorms, corridor apartments. These accommodation are usually offered throughout the period of study. Student housing is the right choice if you really want to enjoy and participate in social activities with other students. And it is also cost effective as you will be saving the money you will be spending on furnishing an apartment. Also, most university accommodation in South Africa includes an all-in catering deal.
But many students opt for private accommodation, especially after their first year. You can find a private accommodation through estate agents or property portals. And just like anywhere in the world, you have to be very careful because there are fake agents and portals who will take advantage of international students. So if you have the means, you can decide to go for a private accommodation. The average cost of renting an apartment in South Africa in pounds ranges from £196 to £231 per month.
International students who are on student permit can do part-time jobs but not more than twenty hours per week. So you can have a means of income to support yourself while studying in South Africa. You should read about South Africa and the city where your university of choice is located. I wish you all the best.
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