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2 language schools in Johannesburg from €219 for a 1 week English course

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English course types in Johannesburg

General English courses
Universal English language courses allow students to move up the different English levels at a steady pace. With an array of options, students can pick the one that fits their schedule.
- Standard English Courses for Adults - Johannesburg (5)
- Combi: Group+Indiv (1) - Only offered by Avenue English
- Super Intensive (+35h) (1) - Only offered by Avenue English
Private English courses
Weekly packages of English one-to-one classes are very adaptable to the students specific timetable and can be taken virtually or inhouse.
- Private (One-to-One) Courses - Johannesburg (5)
English exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific English exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.
- CELTA (1) - Only offered by International House Johannesburg
Specialty courses English
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a English language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category.
- English Teacher Training (1) - Only offered by International House Johannesburg

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Johannesburg ratings & reviews

What our students said about Johannesburg

Johannesburg is a cool city. Unfortunately, I didn't dare to use public transport or visit the city in the evening.

4.0Kerstin Germany

A deep divide between the rich and the poor.

4.0Uwe Germany

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Johannesburg

Technology-assisted learning. The pace of learning and the variety of learning methods were very well balanced.

31 March 2026
Course: General English (4 hours) - 4 weeks
Student age: 62 years

4.0| 1 review

UweInternational House Johannesburg

A modern, clean school with a super personable manager and such friendly and good teachers. The friendliness of everyone is infectious. The mornings are taught by the book and the second half is all spoken. This is very interesting as different cultures talk about their different experiences.

14 November 2025
Course: General English - 1 week
Student age: 66 years

4.0| 1 review

KerstinAvenue English

Information about Johannesburg

Key facts about Johannesburg

Population: XL 9,419,000

Region: Gauteng, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short-term English courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.

Visa requirements data last updated on 02 Jun 2026 (Source)

For the most up-to-date visa information, please consult with the embassy or consulate of South Africa in your country. List of embassies and consulates of South Africa on the official website - International Relations and Cooperation South Africa.

Arrival airport

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) - 20 km. from Johannesburg city center

Public transportation to city center:

Taxi: minutes drive to city center of Johannesburg

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about English courses in Johannesburg

Do you have schools in South Africa?

“We are currently (2025) working with language schools in both Cape Town and Johannesburg.”

Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 26, 2025

On average, how much will I need to live on each month?

“It varies from person to person. The cost of living varies greatly depending on your lifestyle, your choice of accommodation and your spending habits. According to some online research, it can fluctuate and it is generally estimated that a student in Johannesburg needs between ZAR 7,000 and ZAR 12,000 a month to cover expenses, not including school fees.”

Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 27, 2025

I wanted to know whether a visa is required for a Senegalese to travel to South Africa.

“Yes, a visa is required to travel to South Africa. It would be best to contact the embassy for more information, as we do not provide assistance in this matter.
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Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 19, 2023

Other cities often combined with English courses in Johannesburg

Cape Town

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