English courses in South Africa
Travel to South Africa and discover the fascinating history and breathtaking scenery of this African nation. An English course in South Africa will let you explore fantastic landscapes including the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park with one of the largest nature conservancies in the world, the rugged Drakensburg mountain range, and the 300 mile stretch of wineries, fishing villages, farms and small towns along the Garden Route. South Africa has the most intensely populated floral kingdom in the world and a knockout selection of wildlife, from whales and Great White sharks to lions, elephants, leopards and over 900 species of birds.
But not only that, South Africa boasts excellent shopping, which is today one of the biggest attractions for foreign visitors. You can also learn English while taking part in the rich South African cultural heritage, for example listening to live township jazz and blues, and up and coming pop and rock musicians. Today, African musicians from all over the continent perform in nightclubs in South Africa and even techno-raves and house music have found their own variations in local culture. South Africa also boasts four Nobel Peace Prize winners and will be host to the 2010 Football World Cup!
The EF English school is located in Cape Town, in the region of the Western Cape, an area which is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Cape Town is situated on the far South Western tip of Africa about 1600 km from Johannesburg and enjoys a Mediterranean climate. It offers a unique mix of African culture, nature and big-city life. An English course in Cape Town is the perfect way to experience this exotic corner of Africa.
Course types available in South Africa
Intensive English course in South Africa
EF recommends an Intensive English course for students who need to learn English as rapidly as possible. During your course in South Africa, you will have 32 English lessons per week.
This English course is carefully structured for students to progress one skill level every six weeks. It is designed for students looking to gain a sound understanding of the essential disciplines of the English language through a well-rounded program. The General English course is available in South Africa for students of any level, from absolute beginners to advanced, including 26 English lessons per week.
Basic English course in South Africa
A Basic English course with EF will give you the fundamentals of understanding and speaking English in practical situations, while still leaving plenty of time for relaxing and exploring. Combine a relaxing holiday in South Africa with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week.
Internship in South Africa
The internship in South Africa program is designed for Upper Intermediate to Advanced English students who want to combine an English course with practical work experience in a local company. The English Internship in South Africa course is a minimum of 8 weeks which includes approximately 50-100 intern hours in a company matching your interests and abilities. Working part-time at an unpaid internship, you’ll develop industry-specific language skills, build a personal network in South Africa, and explore your potential as you work alongside native English speakers. At the conclusion of your course, you will make a formal presentation and receive the EF Internship Certificate.
English exam preparation courses in South Africa
South Africa is a great destination for anyone wanting to both prepare for an English exam and take an exotic holiday at the same time. Our complete exam preparation courses in South Africa will ensure that you get the best possible score on the day of the test. You can choose to take your exam during your EF course, or after completing your course in your home country.
If you will be taking any of the Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) exams for example the Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE, we offer 9-12 week specialized Cambridge exam preparation courses in Cape Town for each level of the exam. Tests are administered three times per year around the world and EF preparation courses are scheduled accordingly.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures the ability of non-native English speakers to use North American English in academic settings. A passing TOEFL score is an admission requirement for more than 6000 colleges & universities around the world. EF offers TOEFL preparation courses in South Africa throughout the year.
Accommodation in South Africa
Our English courses in South Africa include two lodging types. If you choose to live in a homestay, you will enjoy in the experience of staying in the private home of a South African host family. Rooms are double occupancy, and areincluded in the package price of the course. If you want more independent living, we recommend our student residence, which is located only five minutes by foot from EF. The Lady Hamilton residence offers en suite twin rooms for €XX/week, or single rooms for €XX/week with half board Monday-Friday and breakfast at weekends. It has WiFi on the main floor, an exclusive EF student lounge with TV, games and library, plus an onsite pool with sundeck.
Read more about the accommodation options offered in Cape Town in the detailed city pages.
Prices
The price of your English course in South Africa depends on the duration, course type, and the lodging you choose. For example, you can take a General English course in Cape Town for 2 weeks from XXXX, or an Intensive English course for the same period starting at XXXX and including extra study materials after your course’s completion. A General course includes 3 months of post-course access to our online language tutorials, and an Intensive course includes a full 6 months! All EF English courses include lodging, a meal plan, as well as lessons and customized EF course materials.
For more information about the options available in South Africa, visit the prices page.