Africa

As a student studying abroad in Africa, you’ll have a unique opportunity to experience the country’s artistic diversity and rich history. There are, for example, 11 official languages, and the country is nicknamed the “rainbow nation” in recognition of its unique multicultural character.

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The highest international ranking position claimed by the University of Cape Town, at 191st. Four more African universities make it into the world’s top 800; these are the University of Pretoria, the University of Johannesburg, Rhodes University, and the University of Kwazulu-Natal. Most universities in South Africa offer multicultural student communities, good academic facilities, a range of social activities, and good support systems for international students.

Africa’s programs are affordable If you’re doing a price comparison on study abroad programs. This is partly due to the cost of living, which is significantly lower than most places in Europe or the US. Mercer’s Cost of Living Survey ranks Africa as one of the most affordable countries to live in.

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Another advantage is healthcare is more affordable. Africa’s private healthcare is on par with Europe and the United States. The hospitals, staff, and care given are first class, with a range of medical aid options to choose from.

In 2019, In Africa, Port Louis (83) was the city with the best quality of living and also its safest (59th). It was closely followed for overall quality of living by the South African cities of Durban (88th), Cape Town (95th), and Johannesburg (96th). The high quality of life in South Africa is reflected by the low crime rate, the high level of social security, and attractive recreational infrastructure.

Africa’s job sector in 2019 shows that the country has seen growth in the majority of sectors from agrarian to business services and Information and communications technology. As a prospective international student, in Africa, you’ll probably be suitable to find job opportunities in any field of your choice. Economists predict South Africa is one of the fastest developing countries on the African mainland and is poised to “rise from the coronavirus convinced recession's ashes and produce a brighter future, (where the) profitable downturn can be converted into the coming seedbed of invention,”

Africa’s universities hold the standard for academic excellence and opportunity. If you are interested to study abroad in Africa you can choose from 26 public universities which offer a plethora of exciting programs.

The academic timetable in Africa starts in early February and goes to late November. Two semesters are typical with academy holidays beginning early June to mid-July. The majority of Bachelorette degree programs require three years of study, although additional time to complete an exploration thesis is also available. The majority of International students prefer a full academic time to immerse themselves into the culture, learn a new language, and complete a full time of coursework.