Study in
South Africa
English-taught degrees at internationally ranked universities, at a fraction of Western costs.
At a glance
- Tuition
- R 60k – 150k / yr
- Living costs
- R 80k – 120k / yr
- Post-study work
- Critical-skills work visa route
- Intakes
- February, July
- Tests
- IELTS / TOEFL
- Part-time work
- 20 hrs/week
Top universities
- University of Cape Town
- Wits
- Stellenbosch
- University of Pretoria
- University of Johannesburg
Popular courses
- Business
- Engineering
- Mining
- Public Health
FAQs
Studying in South Africa: your questions answered
Costs, intakes, work rights and exams for Indian students planning to study in South Africa.
Tuition in South Africa is typically R 60k – 150k / yr, and living costs are about R 80k – 120k / yr. Including visa, insurance and flights, an indicative first-year total for a business course is around ₹11.8 L. Your actual cost depends on the university, course and city.
Calculate my costs →The main intakes in South Africa are February, July. Applications usually open several months before each intake, so start shortlisting early — especially if you want scholarships.
Check my eligibility →Yes — students in South Africa can typically work 20 hrs/week. After graduation, post-study work rights are: Critical-skills work visa route. Rules change, so confirm the latest conditions with your counsellor before you apply.
Most universities in South Africa ask for IELTS / TOEFL. Some waive English tests for students from English-medium schools. WiZdom Ed offers free mock tests so you can practise before the real exam.
Explore test prep →Popular universities include University of Cape Town, Wits, Stellenbosch, University of Pretoria, University of Johannesburg. Courses Indian students often choose in South Africa include Business, Engineering, Mining, Public Health.
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