If you’re looking for the widest choice of courses in South Africa and an institution with weight and prestige then studying abroad at the University of Cape Town (UCT) is probably the best bet for you. Perched on the side of Table Mountain, UCT has stunning vistas from every angle and is a popular choice for study abroad. Of its population of more than 20, 000, about 4, 000 students are international. As South Africa’s oldest university, and one of Africa's leading teaching and research institutions, UCT has outstanding faculty and exceptional opportunities for international students in every school including Science, Humanities, Engineering, and Commerce. Yo...

The Cape Floristic Region (CFR) contains nearly 9, 000 plant species, the majority of which are found nowhere else on Earth. The value of this hotspot of biodiversity is recognized by the United Nations which has awarded the region World Heritage Status. One of the most important habitat of the CFR is the fynbos. Fynbos (meaning "fine bush" in Afrikaans) is the natural shrubland/heathland vegetation occurring, mainly in winter rainfall Mediterranean climate areas of the Western Cape. Much of fynbos is protected by a network of reserves in the management/oversight of Cape Nature and South African National Parks. Why the project is needed Rapid population growth and economic development in the Western Cape region are placing increasing demands upon water resources. To meet the urban demand for water, increased abstraction from the sandstone aquifers underlying important fynbos habitats is being planned. Currently, very little is known about how such abstraction might affect the Cape flora and there is almost no information at all about the eco-hydrology of Cape plants. Our team from the Open University (UK) are working in cooperation with the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) at Kirstenbosch, Cape Nature and South African National Parks. Project purpose To provide a quantitative, scientific basis for the incorporation of eco-hydrology in the management of fynbos habitats potentially threatened by water abstraction in the Cape Floristic Region. Success will be measured & verified by the inclusion of eco-hydrological data in impact assessments and conservation management plans. Benefits of the project The project will extend knowledge of how fynbos plants depend upon hydrological conditions. In particular, we are currently focusing upon the restios which are ecologically important to fynbos ecosystems. We intend to involve Cape Nature’s own field staff in the research and to provide them with training in how to monitor and assess the hydrology of the sites in their care. This will accomplish several aims simultaneously: providing a means of career advancement for Historically Disadvantaged workers; transferring skills and knowledge from the UK to South Africa; increasing capacity for conservation research in SA; providing a firm scientific basis for the evaluation of the risks posed to fynbos and a basis for minimising these. Funding The research we have conducted so far has been supported financially by the Leverhulme Trust which provided a grant for the pilot study (2005-2007). From 2007-2010 we are in receipt of grant from Darwin Initiative (DEFRA of the UK Government) to expand the investigation and at the same time train local personnel to ensure future sustainability.

718 graduate at Africa University An Africa University alumnus told the 718 graduates from 23 African countries that it was time for them to give back to Africa. “Today’s achievement is…about being relevant, ” Washington Madziwadondo said during the June 10 graduation at the campus in Mutare, Zimbabwe. “Now it is time to give back to Africa. She is waiting for you to set your mark and help make a difference.” Nyasha Lynette Muropa (left) receives a hug from her mother during the 2017 commencement ceremonies at Africa University. Muropa received a Bachelor of Accounting degree. Photo courtesy of Africa University. Madziwadondo, an executive at CIMAS Medical Aid Society, was the first-ever commencement speaker who was an alumnus of Africa University. He told graduates to remember that “Africa University built you to stand tall and lead.” The class of 2017 included the institution’s first graduate from the Sao Tome and Principe—a two-island nation located in Central Africa, just off the coast from Gabon. Abenilde Dos Santos, whose research focused on the tourism industry, was awarded a master’s degree in Intellectual Property. Dos Santos was one of 223 professionals to be awarded graduate degrees. For the 495 young women and men who were awarded first degrees, graduation was fraught with meaning and emotion. “Exactly 1, 430 days later, after the toil, here we are, ” said Kudakwashe Mellisa Kapesa. As class valedictorian and the student with the best overall academic results (a cumulative GPA of 3.92), Kapesa summed up the sentiments of her peers. “We made it! Africa is waiting for us, this is our moment to run where others have fallen, to reach where others have failed to grasp, and to go against the current that would otherwise keep us back, ” Kapesa said. “Africa University built us to be resilient, just like the Acacia tree. We can grow anywhere and we can do anything if we put our minds and hearts to it and commit our plans to the Lord.” Learn More or Donate In a letter of thanks for the scholarship support she received from Africa University, Nigerian student Pambi Jatutu wrote, “You have made a great impact in my life. Having the scholarship was such a great blessing to me and my family… as I move out of AU, it will have such a great impact on my community as well.” Pambi was one of 10 female students supported by gifts from the Los Altos United Methodist Church in Los Altos, California. She was awarded a bachelor of social sciences degree in psychology.

Midrand Graduate Institute (MGI) was established in 1989 – and is thus in operation for more than 24 years. MGI is a private university-level, degree-conferring institution that offers 20 undergraduate, 2 honours and 1 masters degree within six faculties. MGI have established agreements and partnerships with both local and international higher education institutions to provide relevant and high quality education. These agreements include local institutions like: -North-West University (SA) -Cape Peninsula University of Technology (SA) -Monash SA -UNISA (SA) -Radford University College (Ghana) -Regents College (UK) -London School of Business & Management (UK) MGI is also a registered private provider of higher education with the Department of Higher Education (No. 2001/HE07/008) in accordance with the Higher Education Act, 1997, section 54 (1)(c) and section 54(2)(a). A number of MGI's qualifications are also accredited by professional and industry bodies like the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Midrand Tourism Association (MTA), the Computer Society of South Africa (CSSA) and the Information Technology Association (ITA). FACULTIES MGI has the following six faculties: -Faculty of Commerce -Faculty of Creative Arts & Communication -Faculty of Information Technology -Faculty of Law -Faculty of Science and Engineering -Faculty of Social Science If you would like to know more about Midrand Graduate Institute , visit: Source: Midrand Graduate Institute website *Content adapted for SAstudy.co.za Look for aor Go back to

Established in 1954, the Melville J. Herskovits Library of African Studies at Northwestern University is the largest separate Africana collection in existence. Its scope is as wide as the continent of Africa itself; its subject matter ranges from art, history, literature, music, science, technology and religion to communications, engineering, management and cooking. The Africana collection is a resource for the entire university, and most of Northwestern's disciplinary programs are reflected in the collection...

Miss Universe 2016 just ended few months back with the terrific victory of French beauty, Iris Mittenaere and the pageant fanatics have already started to ponder as to who will succeed this royal queen as next Miss Universe. While some countries have already crowned their delegates for the coming edition of Miss Universe, many countries are yet to look for their worthy representative. Now coming back to the question as the title of this blog post suggests, “Is the Miss Universe crown Due for South Africa in 2017?” Demi Leigh Nel Peters was crowned few weeks back and she has gained a lot of attention in the pageant world of course for the right reasons. Praised for her soft yet subtle beauty and eloquent demeanour, Demi is totally on the win win position when looked from the perspective of Miss World pageant. But after huge controversies which encircled last year’s edition of Miss World pageant, wouldn’t it be difficult for the Organization to crown a country which walked home with this very title just three years back? Furthermore, Demi Leigh Nel Peters, though ostentatious doesn’t match the high bars which Rolene Strauss has set for the sash of South Africa at Miss World. When Rolene Strauss competed at Miss World pageant, not only did she emerged as a runner up at Sports Fastrack Challenge, but also did exceptionally well at Closed Door Interview, Beauty with a Purpose and Multimedia. Hence to meet up the high expectations of Miss World Organization for this gorgeous South African, is not only a little tough but also unfavourable at the given time and circumstances. Now coming back on the other side of the story, the Miss Universe pageant! Miss Universe pageant has not been much triumphant for South Africa. South Africa has been competing at Miss Universe pageant since 42 years and has won one Miss Universe crown along with bagging four runner up titles and 21 placements. On the other hand, the country has been competing at Miss World pageant since last 61 years and has won three Miss World crowns along with 12 runner up titles and 35 placements, making the nation prefer the Miss World pageant more than Miss Universe. Hence, the Organization might hesitate to send Demi Leigh Nel Peters to the Miss Universe pageant. Having said that, what if the Miss South Africa Organization takes a risk of sending the magnificent delegate to Miss Universe 2017, what are her chances of winning the title of Miss Universe? Very strong, I would say! Miss Universe pageant has changed a lot with the advent of IMG/WME. The pageant is now not at all based on how a woman appears on the surface, but how much weight her ideas and thoughts carry and if she could influence a lot of people spreading the motto of “Confidently Beautiful” across the globe. Miss Universe pageant now looks for a confident and bold woman who stands for a substantial personality, and from this point of view Demi Leigh Nel Peters fits the bill. In addition, if we notice since last two editions when the Miss Universe pageant was organized by IMG/WME, sash factor plays highly diminutive role. The fact that Haiti stood as runner up and Venezuela could not even make it to the semi-finals, in the last year edition of Miss Universe pageant says it all. While Philippines won its third Miss Universe crown after a long wait of 42 years and France won its second crown after the anticipation of 62 years strengthens the fact that the countries waiting for the Miss Universe crown since a long time might get benefited. This solidifies the idea that the chances of South Africa winning the Miss Universe crown after 38 years could be very much possible. Now it all relies on the organization whether they will send Demi to Miss World pageant or will try their luck in winning the Miss Universe crown after prolonged years with such a brilliant candidate holding the sash of South Africa! 🙂 What is your take on this? Do share your opinions in the comment section below!

AMHERST, Mass. - The Amherst and Worcester campuses of the University of Massachusetts have been awarded a grant of $460, 000 to promote a partnership with the Medical University of Southern Africa. The grant is underwritten by the U.S. Agency for International Development through a contract with The College Fund/United Negro College Fund. The announcement was made by UMass Amherst Provost Cora B. Marrett. Marrett added that John Cunningham, faculty advisor to the provost at UMass Amherst, is the principal investigator/project director for the grant...

The APU South Africa Nursing Semester offers senior-level nursing students the opportunity to learn, serve, and engage in community health care. Students will be exposed to the vibrant South African culture through homestays and national travel, while working alongside community-based organizations and conducting projects to address health disparities, health problems, and barriers to health promotion. Students’ cultural sensitivity will be enhanced through various service-learning opportunities. The academic rationale focuses on three primary areas: academic enrichment, broader international health knowledge, and increased cultural awareness through the following: Gain exposure, knowledge, and skills related to diseases and conditions that are prevalent in developing countries. Expand opportunities to practice cross-cultural sensitivity and competency. Assist students in developing critical thinking skills under conditions of limited resources. Provide a contrast of international healthcare systems with healthcare in America. Offer practical experience for possible future careers overseas. Program Goals Ideological To identify specific healthcare needs and disparities that exist in South Africa as compared to the United States. To learn and apply the principles and practices of community health nursing through assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of clients in community-based settings. To increase awareness of the prevalence and effects of HIV. “To lead students into an awareness of and ethical response to critical social issues that transcend national borders.” (Task Force on Intentional Globalization; Final Report, June 2005, p.3) “To cultivate in students and staff ways of perceiving, thinking, valuing, and acting ‘outside the box’ of their particular national and cultural heritage.” (Task Force on Intentional Globalization; Final Report, June 2005, p.3) Integrate and develop the core competencies of the APU BSN Program. Practical Collaborate with community-based organizations and services that provide health promotion, disease prevention, and health education. Plan and implement a teaching project and a community project based on the specific needs of the local population. Learn methods to address and teach basic information on HIV and antiretroviral therapy. Encourage intentional dialogue among peers, faculty, and nationals about social and healthcare issues specific to South Africa. Be immersed in South African communities and participate in homestays while collaborating with local healthcare professionals. Student scholarships, grants, and other financial aid may be used for payment while attending the APU South Africa Nursing Semester. For more information regarding program tuition and costs, please see the Financial Aid Policies.

Hope Africa University (HAU), Kibuye Hope Hospital’s parent organization, is a Christian liberal arts university located in Bujumbura, the capital city of Burundi. Students at HAU gain a rounded education with a focus on strong Christian values and leadership abilities. The university aims to equip students for Christ’s redemptive work in the world, starting in Burundi. Burundi is one of the poorest counties in the world and is still struggling to recover from over thirty years of civil war and ethnic violence. Ev...

Tuition fees for international students in South Africa are quite low and affordable when compared to those in most developed countries. The standard of learning is high class despite the low fees. It is approximately $2, 500 – $4, 500 for undergraduate programs and $2, 700 – $3, 000 for postgraduate studies per academic year. Similarly, the cost of living in South Africa is very cheap compared to most European nations. The average costs of living are in the range of 400 to 500 USD per month depending on the individual spending habit. As an international student, this amount can take care of your accommodation, food, books and travel. This relatively low cost implies that international students would spend much less during their studies in South Africa than they would have in most developed countries. See the list of low tuition universities in South Africa for international students below. Comprehensive list of Cheap Tuition Universities in South Africa for International Students Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University University of Cape Town University of Fort Hare North-West University Rhodes University Stellenbosch University