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Study education and teaching in South Africa

The universities in South Africa, what a year of study costs there, and what the government register says about each one.

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Open a university below and use Visit their website to see its education and teaching courses. Costs, visa and work rules are in the South Africa guide.

Studying in South Africa at a glance

Living costs a month
ZAR 8,000 to ZAR 15,000
Work during term
20 hours a week
Stay to work after
no post-study work route

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for education and teaching can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

Can I work while I study in South Africa?

Yes, up to 20 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in South Africa after I graduate?

There is no dedicated post-study work route; you would need a job offer and a work permit.

Anywhere 3,478 United States 1,805Australia 271China 206Germany 153United Kingdom 122Poland 111Spain 67Russia 57France 48Italy 47Switzerland 42Austria 38Portugal 37Belgium 35Romania 32Hungary 31

28 universities in South Africa.

Institutions

Rhodes University

University · Grahamstown, Eastern Cape Province
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