General English

Flexible group courses for everyday communication and fluency.

Academic English

Prepare for university study with advanced academic language skills.

Business English

English for professional communication in corporate and workplace settings.

Private Lessons

One-to-one lessons tailored to your goals, schedule and interests.

Language Excursions

Learn English while exploring Cape Town with your teacher as your guide.

IELTS Preparation

Get the score you need with targeted strategies and expert support.

Cambridge Exams

Prepare for the FCE or CAE with structured, high-quality training.

TOEFL Preparation

Build confidence and test skills to succeed in the TOEFL exam.

Private Lessons

Personalised one-to-one English lessons delivered online, on your schedule.

Corporate Groups

Live online training for teams, customised to your organisation’s needs.

English for Tech Professionals

Self-paced English course designed for developers, engineers, and IT teams.

Hiddingh Campus

Learn in a historic university campus right in the city centre.

Tours and Activities

Explore Cape Town and make friends through weekly excursions.

Social Programme

Join our schedule of fun events, outings and conversations.

Getting Around

Tips and tools for navigating the city like a local.

Social and Digital

Stay connected online and through our vibrant student community.

The Yellow House

A friendly, sociable student house just a short walk from school.

Adderley Studios

Modern, secure apartments in the heart of Cape Town.

Homestay

Live with a local family and experience South African culture.

Hotels & Aparthotels

Independent options for comfort, privacy and flexibility.

Price List

All tuition and accommodation fees in one clear table.

Booking Information

What to expect before, during and after you book.

Instalment Plans

Flexible payment options for long-term bookings.

User Login

View your bookings, make payments, and manage your details.

Visa Information

Visa options and support for international students coming to South Africa.

Insurance & Travel

What you need to know about travel, insurance and staying safe.

MyELC App

Access your timetable, progress and more on the student app.

Arrival and Orientation

How we help you settle in on your first day in Cape Town.

Certificates and Transcripts

How to request certificates, transcripts, or proof of enrolment.

Terms & Conditions

The small print — bookings, cancellations, and more.

Contact Us

Get in touch with the ELC team by email, phone or WhatsApp.

Privacy Policy

How we protect your data and respect your privacy.

Why Choose Us?

What makes ELC and UCT a great place to learn English.

About the University of Cape Town

South Africa’s leading university and home to the ELC.

About the English Language Centre

Who we are, what we offer, and how we teach.

Our Team

Meet the teachers, support staff and leadership team behind ELC.

Accreditations

Our international quality standards and endorsements.

Media & Press

News coverage, interviews and media mentions of ELC.

Testimonials

What our students, partners and teachers say about us.

Blog

Updates, stories and insights from the ELC community.


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General English

Flexible group courses for everyday communication and fluency.

Academic English

Prepare for university study with advanced academic language skills.

Business English

English for professional communication in corporate and workplace settings.

Private Lessons

One-to-one lessons tailored to your goals, schedule and interests.

Language Excursions

Learn English while exploring Cape Town with your teacher as your guide.

IELTS Preparation

Get the score you need with targeted strategies and expert support.

Cambridge Exams

Prepare for the FCE or CAE with structured, high-quality training.

TOEFL Preparation

Build confidence and test skills to succeed in the TOEFL exam.

Private Lessons

Personalised one-to-one English lessons delivered online, on your schedule.

Corporate Groups

Live online training for teams, customised to your organisation’s needs.

English for Tech Professionals

Self-paced English course designed for developers, engineers, and IT teams.

Hiddingh Campus

Learn in a historic university campus right in the city centre.

Tours and Activities

Explore Cape Town and make friends through weekly excursions.

Social Programme

Join our schedule of fun events, outings and conversations.

Getting Around

Tips and tools for navigating the city like a local.

Social and Digital

Stay connected online and through our vibrant student community.

The Yellow House

A friendly, sociable student house just a short walk from school.

Adderley Studios

Modern, secure apartments in the heart of Cape Town.

Homestay

Live with a local family and experience South African culture.

Hotels and Aparthotels

Independent options for comfort, privacy and flexibility.

Find the Right Course

Use our Course Wizard to match your goals and level to the best option

Course Wizard

Take the Level Test

Not sure what level you are? Take the test and find out

Level Test

Price List

All tuition and accommodation fees in one clear table.

Booking Information

What to expect before, during and after you book.

Instalment Plans

Flexible payment options for long-term bookings.

User Login

View your bookings, make payments, and manage your details.

Visa Information

Visa options and support for international students coming to South Africa.

Insurance & Travel

What you need to know about travel, insurance and staying safe.

MyELC App

Access your timetable, progress and more on the student app.

Arrival and Orientation

How we help you settle in on your first day in Cape Town.

Certificates and Transcripts

How to request certificates, transcripts, or proof of enrolment.

Terms & Conditions

The small print — bookings, cancellations, and more.

Contact Us

Get in touch with the ELC team by email, phone or WhatsApp.

Privacy Policy

How we protect your data and respect your privacy.

Why Choose Us?

What makes ELC and UCT a great place to learn English.

About the University of Cape Town

South Africa’s leading university and home to the ELC.

About the English Language Centre

Who we are, what we offer, and how we teach.

Our Team

Meet the teachers, support staff and leadership team behind ELC.

Accreditations

Our international quality standards and endorsements.

Media & Press

News coverage, interviews and media mentions of ELC.

Testimonials

What our students, partners and teachers say about us.

Blog

Updates, stories and insights from the ELC community.

Live, Learn & Grow at Africa's top university, in the heart of Cape Town, with confidence in English, while exploring a new culture, with expert English teachers, through real-life experiences

Study English at Africa’s Top University


Join students from around the world at UCT’s English Language Centre, part of Africa’s leading university. Whether you're preparing for university, advancing your career, or building confidence in English, ELC offers high-quality teaching in a world-class setting. Based in UCT’s Faculty of Humanities, the centre places you at the heart of campus life—with access to university facilities, clubs, societies, and the chance to be part of a diverse and active student community.

Our experienced teachers focus on real-world communication and tailor lessons to your needs. The approach is practical, interactive, and designed to help you use English with confidence. Beyond the classroom, Cape Town provides the perfect backdrop for your studies—beautiful, vibrant, and culturally rich. Learn English, explore the city, and meet people from around the world—all at UCT.

Live, Learn & Grow at Africa's top university, in the heart of Cape Town, with confidence in English, while exploring a new culture, with expert English teachers, through real-life experiences

Study English at Africa’s Top University


Join students from around the world at UCT’s English Language Centre, part of Africa’s leading university. Whether you're preparing for university, advancing your career, or building confidence in English, ELC offers high-quality teaching in a world-class setting. Based in UCT’s Faculty of Humanities, the centre places you at the heart of campus life—with access to university facilities, clubs, societies, and the chance to be part of a diverse and active student community.

Our experienced teachers focus on real-world communication and tailor lessons to your needs. The approach is practical, interactive, and designed to help you use English with confidence. Beyond the classroom, Cape Town provides the perfect backdrop for your studies—beautiful, vibrant, and culturally rich. Learn English, explore the city, and meet people from around the world—all at UCT.

I need to learn English for
international work, global travel, living abroad, a better future, everyday life, personal growth, university success, new opportunities, my next adventure, building confidence, global communication, connecting with people

Whatever your reason for learning English, our Course Wizard will help you build the right package. Get a personalised course and accommodation recommendation with an itemised quote in just a few steps.

Why Choose the UCT English Language Centre?

Study English at Africa’s top university, UCT, and join a global learning community.

ELC is South Africa’s biggest English school with students from around the world.

Expert teachers tailor your lessons to your goals for practical, real-world English.

Make international friends and speak English every day in and out of class.

Choose from General, Academic, Business English or Exam Preparation courses.

Cape Town offers a stunning, vibrant setting for study, travel, and new friendships.

Study online or in person, in private or group classes — whatever suits you.

Get personalised support for accommodation, visas and university application

Join excursions and teacher-led activities to explore Cape Town while learning.

Hear from our Students

Get a glimpse of life at ELC through the eyes of our students. They talk about learning English, navigating a new country, and building friendships that cross cultures and continents. Their journeys are as varied as their goals, whether they are preparing for university, taking a break from work, or embracing the adventure of something new.

These stories show what it really means to live, learn and grow in a diverse, international community. Life at ELC is shaped as much by the people you meet as by the English you learn.

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