Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South AfricaQS #319
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About
Stellenbosch University is a public research university in the town of Stellenbosch in the Western Cape winelands of South Africa. It is a large, research-intensive institution with strengths across the sciences, engineering, agriculture, medicine, law, business and the humanities. Historically an Afrikaans-heritage bilingual university, it now offers instruction in English alongside Afrikaans. Its picturesque campus sits within a well-known wine and agricultural region.
Why international students choose it
- International students may value Stellenbosch for its research reputation and its broad range of programmes taught in English
- The university has a bilingual Afrikaans and English heritage but provides English-medium instruction across its offerings
- Its setting in the Cape winelands offers an attractive and safe study environment, and studying in South Africa can be comparatively affordable
- Established support structures help international students settle in