Top 23 English courses in South Africa

English courses in South Africa are popular among foreign schoolchildren and students entering English-speaking universities. South African language schools offer students planning to graduate abroad to take courses aimed at preparing for language tests, such as:

• IELTS
• TOEFL 
• CAE
• FCE .

The preparatory courses are designed for foreign students who are preparing to enter foreign universities or to move to English-speaking countries, applying for leading places in international companies.

The program is aimed at the formation of general language skills, special knowledge for successful passing the test. In the first block, students study grammar, learn new vocabulary, and develop an understanding of written English. The technique includes exercises for practicing correct spelling + special attention is paid to the development of communicative skills.

The second block is devoted to work on tasks similar to test ones, familiarity with the structure and logic of testing. The result of the studying will be overcoming the emotional and language barrier, achieving the required level of English proficiency.

The duration of the programs starts from 2 weeks, the age of students is 16+. The cost of studying depends on the duration and intensity of the selected programs.

English courses in South Africa for adult students who want to deepen their general knowledge of English and improve spoken language are offered in several language schools in South Africa. Programs of varying degrees of academic load and intensity are designed on average for 2 weeks. In the classes, students master the skills of speaking, listening, studying spelling and grammar, practice pronunciation and learn the correct use of stable expressions. The program allows you to quickly improve the quality of communication with native English speakers, to overcome the language barrier.

English courses in South Africa for students, adults include programs in English for communication in a business environment. Language courses of this type consist of 2 modules:

• Development of general language skills (listening, reading, understanding of writing, grammar, building syntactic structures, vocabulary, pronunciation);
• Formation of language skills necessary for business communications (specialized vocabulary, conducting presentations, negotiations, working with correspondence, documentation, business etiquette).

Main information is the following:

• Students age 18+
• Course duration - from 2 weeks
• Price varies depending on the duration and frequency of classes.

English courses in South Africa for schoolchildren, students, adults offer several programs, aimed at combining study and relaxation in Cape Town. The program of events allows you to get acquainted with Cape Town - one of the capitals of South Africa - as well as visit unique sights of the country. The courses offer two types of English programs during summer and winter holidays.

• Winter, summer English courses + rest

Vacation programs are aimed at developing general language skills, improving basic English skills. The technique includes various forms of studying: grammar exercises, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening. The main attention is paid to the practice of spoken English. Extracurricular activities allow you to consolidate linguistic skills.

Students age: 13-17 years.

• Family winter, summer English courses

The program provides for separate education and joint leisure for an adult and a child. Topics can be selected according to the educational needs of students. The main objective of the program is to improve speaking English skills, the ability to communicate on everyday topics and on trips abroad.

The place of residence in South Africa during your studies depends on the chosen courses and school. Most often, language schools in South Africa offer the following options for accommodation of students:

• Residences on campus. If the school has the opportunity to accommodate students in the immediate vicinity of the educational building, then it will be so! In residences, students either live in private rooms or share a room with neighbors. Apartments usually have private bathrooms and kitchens are shared. Students organize meals on their own.
• Hotels in the city. Even if the school has its own residence, no one prohibits students from choosing their own housing for the period of study. The option with a hotel is likely to be more expensive from a financial point of view, but a foreign student will receive guaranteed comfort.
• Accommodation in host families. It is a popular option for a temporary stay in another country; in addition, this format of accommodation allows you to practice language skills not only in the classroom, but also in your free time.

In addition to tuition and accommodation fees, foreign students will have the following expenses, while studying in South Africa:

• Insurance in case of illness or injury,
• Transport to South Africa (air tickets in both directions),
• Transfer from the airport and back,
• Delivery of documents if the school requires the originals before the student's arrival in the country.

Optional, but important additional expenses of foreign students include pocket money for souvenirs, visits to local establishments, and buying clothes. In some language schools in South Africa, sightseeing trips are not included in the course price and are paid separately and optionally. Be prepared to spend money on medical vaccinations as well – some vaccines are strictly mandatory before traveling to Africa.