International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Stellenbosch Summer Program

What is this program about?

As one of the best equipped universities on the African continent, Stellenbosch University offers access to state-of the-art research equipment, libraries and electronic resources coupled with exceptional academic supervision.

Stellenbosch Summer Program presents a well-balanced academic program which combines theory and practice in an organic manner. The social program is designed to support the academic program and provides an introduction to the cultural diversity of Stellenbosch and the Western Cape. Every year Stellenbosch University welcomes between 60 and 80 students from around the world in its Summer School.

The academic program consists of lectures, group discussions and field trips, and is taught by Stellenbosch University faculty and South African experts. The lectures cover a variety of topics, including Community Engagement, History, Politics, Bio-diversity, Art, Literature, Sociology, the HIV/AIDS Epidemic, Democratic Consolidation in South Africa, Economics and Philosophy.

Students can choose from the following program options.

Option 1: General 4 - week Program
Option 2: Learning for Sustainable Community Engagement
Option 3: Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Growth in South Africa
Option 4: Doing Business in Southern Africa

To find out about the details of those 4 program options including the program dates, course summary, and the course outcomes, please click here.

When does the program take place?

June - July (4-5 weeks)

Where does the program take place?

Stellenbosch, South Africa.

The charming university town of Stellenbosch is situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, surrounded by magnificent mountains. Stellenbosch is only 20 minutes from the nearest beaches and 30 minutes from Cape Town.

What is the academic content?

Stellenbosch Summer Program is worth 12-14 ECTS credits. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping and complete the credit transfer application before embarking on the program. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.

What does the programme include?

The total summer school fees are R 30 800 for option 1 & 3 (S$4,272) and R 36 000 for option 2 & 4 (S$4,994). The price per student includes the following components:

Airport Transfers between Cape Town International Airport & Stellenbosch Orientation, Welcome Function and Closing Function Accommodation & Partial Board (Breakfast) Tuition Fees Text Books & Class Notes Registration Fees Student Card Access to the General University Library & 24 hr Computer Laboratory Excursions & Cultural Activities (Including visits to Robben Island and Table Mountain) Route 62 Weekend Academic Transcript & Courier Costs 24 hr Emergency Service & On-site Contact Person

(The Price per Student does not include the Optional Garden Route Safari at the end of the summer school).

What is the student accommodation?

Stellenbosch Summer school participants are housed in a centrally located student dormitory on campus. More information on housing can be found here.

How much does it cost?

An estimate of living expenses below should give a good indication of cost for a 4 week program.

Item	Cost
Airfare	S$1,500
Insurance	S$50
Visa	S$100
Program fee including accommodation	S$4,272 (option 1 & 3) S$4,994 (option 2 & 4)
Meals	S$300
Personal spending	S$200
Estimated expenses including air fare and program fee	S$6,400 - S$7,100

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students can apply for the NASA Enhancement Awards through IRO.

Number of placements available?

15

What are the eligibility requirements?

Any Faculty CAP of 3.0 and above Must have completed at least one year of University study by the time program starts. Students in graduating semester are not eligible.

 

Is a visa required?

Singaporean passport holders will not require a visa to participate in the programme.  Passport holders of other countries should find out if they require a visa by contacting High Commission of South Africa in Singapore.  

High Commission of South Africa in Singapore
15th Floor, Odeon Towers
331 North Bridge Road
Singapore 188720
Phone: 6339-3319
Email: singapore.consular@dirco.gov.za
Website URL: http://www.dirco.gov.za/singapore/

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

How do I apply?

Deadline to submit an online application (OPAS) to IRO: 8 February 2013.

(NUS students do not need to apply on Stellenbosch Summer Program website. Those selected by IRO will be nominated to Stellenbosch University directly).

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.

IRO will notify students about their application status by the 22 February.

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.