Be an active participant in the hope-triumphs-over-oppression culture of Cape Town. Become involved in many ways while taking classes at UCT. Established as South African College in 1829, UCT is internationally recognized as Africa’s leading research university, with beautiful grounds and attractive buildings. The UCT campus includes a range of commercial, medical, recreational, and sporting facilities. Students participate in cultural components, and are strongly encouraged to participate in community service.

Previous college-level coursework in African Studies strongly recommended.