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UCT English Language Centre, Cape Town, South Africa

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3 students - overall rating
UCT Hiddingh Campus, 32 - 37 Orange Street - 8001 Cape Town - see on map

What we like about the school

  • Students will experience university life and culture and have access to all the university's facilities, social activities, sports clubs and societies.
  • Best rated school in South Africa
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality (5.0/5.0)
  • Top rated school facilities (5.0/5.0)
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Learning progress guarantee.

What we dislike about the school

  • Older students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly younger than at most other schools.

Conveniently situated on the University of Cape Town's Hiddingh Campus - the Centre sits in the heart of the city close to shops, restaurants, banks, cafés and night life. You will also have full access to the university's free bus shuttle service, student library, computer rooms, cafés, sports clubs and societies. The Centre also offers courses to anyone interested in becoming certified to teach English as a foreign language anywhere in the world.
  • The language school UCT English Language Centre was founded in Cape Town, South Africa in 2015.
  • Legal name / parent company: UCT - Humanities
  • Tax registration ID: 4540125707
  • Covid-19 Status: School currently open

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive General English Most Popular English course
30 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
In high demand!
Offer! from
4990ZAR 4741ZAR
Semi Intensive English Recommended English course
25 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
4370ZAR 4152ZAR
General English Popular English course
20 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
3820ZAR 3629ZAR
General English + Language Excursions
30 Lessons per week
|
20 Students (max)
Offer! from
7770ZAR 7382ZAR
Private
Private Lessons 10
10 Lessons per week
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1 Students (max)
Offer! from
7000ZAR 6650ZAR
Private Lessons 20
20 Lessons per week
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1 Students (max)
Offer! from
13500ZAR 12825ZAR
Private Lessons 30
30 Lessons per week
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1 Students (max)
Offer! from
19500ZAR 18525ZAR
Work & Study
English for Academic Purposes Intensive
30 Lessons per week
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14 Students (max)
Offer! from
4990ZAR 4741ZAR
English for Academic Purposes Semi Intensive
25 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
4370ZAR 4152ZAR
Business
Business English Intensive
30 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
4990ZAR 4741ZAR
Business English Semi Intensive
25 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
4370ZAR 4152ZAR
Exam Preparation
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 Lessons per week
|
14 Students (max)
Offer! from
3820ZAR 3629ZAR
Information for all courses offered by UCT English Language Centre
Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
750.00 ZAR
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 500 ZAR. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 27 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 Jun. 2022, 09 Aug. 2022, 24 Sep. 2022, 16 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
Note: All courses offered by UCT English Language Centre, Cape Town can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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UCT English Language Centre

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalSATSA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix:
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at UCT English Language Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoMaestro - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Free WIFI

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 12
    Number of public PC workstations: 10

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Optional airport transfer
Cape Town International Airport:
450 ZAR one way
900 ZAR return (both ways)

Visa Documents

Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Basketball15 km
Cooking5 km
Cricket15 km
Dancing5 km
Diving15 km
Field Hockey15 km
Football (soccer)5 km
Golf15 km
Horse riding30 km
Mountainbiking15 km
Music15 km
Rugby15 km
Sailing15 km
Squash15 km
Swimming15 km
Tennis15 km
Volleyball15 km
Windsurfing15 km
Yoga5 km

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay - Private Bathroom Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
3400 ZAR per week
Homestay - Shared Bathroom
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
3000 ZAR per week

Rating: 5.0/5.0
5.0
1 review
ELC Student Residence - Large Room
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
2660 ZAR per week

Reviews

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Overall school rating of
UCT English Language Centre, Cape Town
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What students liked about UCT English Language Centre, Cape Town
61 years
“- the buildings of the Hiddingh campus are impressive and the study of the English language takes place together with the study of theatre and fine arts
- unfortunately it was semester break
- the teachers were very motivated, committed and creative
- this refers to the choice of topics and varied lesson design
- Interesting current topics were chosen: Environment, countries' stereotypes of people, slavery; (we visited a museum during class - Slave Lodge), women's rights - was especially exciting as there were only young Saudi Arabian men in my class
- scientific writing and also creative writing were practised.
- The highlight for me was the tutorial system - I didn't know it yet.”
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Brochures

UCT English Language Centre Brochure (PDF)
UCT English Language Centre Brochure (PDF)
Price List 2022- UCT English Language Centre
Price List 2022- UCT English Language Centre

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    FAQ about UCT English Language Centre, Cape Town

  • English courses at UCT English Language Centre start at 3629 ZAR for General English course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay - Private Bathroom is the most popular among all our clients of University of Capetown English Language Centre
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Cape Town International Airport (450 ZAR)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at University of Capetown English Language Centre varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 20 students (General English + Language Excursions)
  • 100% of teachers at UCT English Language Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at UCT English Language Centre comes from Saudi Arabia with a 30% representation, followed by students from Brazil (20%) and Germany (15%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • UCT English Language Centre offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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