If you’re an ELC student looking for comfortable digs while you’re living in Cape Town, look no further than The Yellow House. Read on to find out why this cosy pad is so highly rated with our students.
04 Dec 2024
South African cuisine is as diverse as its myriad cultures. In this snack-sized post, you can learn about the delectable dishes you can try while living and studying in SA – from boerewors, to super spicy chakalaka, and many other lip-smacking morsels.
21 Oct 2024
If you think the Mother City is just about pretty beaches, think again. Read on to find out some fascinating factoids about Cape Town.
11 Jun 2024
Thinking of spending winter in Cape Town indoors with a hot water bottle and Netflix? Why? When then are plenty of sizzling hot winter activities to get you warmed up.
01 Jun 2024
In the third issue of ELC’s Student Newsletter, our Advanced English students share their top tried-and-tested tips to make your stay in Cape Town as memorable and enjoyable as possible.
26 Feb 2024
Welcome to the second issue of ELC’s student newsletter, written by ELC’s very own English students. In this edition, they share some enlightening tips about living in Cape Town, including must-do activities. They also give us the lowdown on important things to know before your trip to the Mother City.
25 Jan 2024
Studying English doesn’t always leave much time for creating extravagant meals. But we’ve got you. With our tips, you’ll be whipping up yummy dishes with minimal fuss and cost. You’ll also pick up some useful vocabulary at the same time. Bonus!
17 Nov 2023
From animal encounters to action-packed scooter rides, we’ve rounded up a list of bucket list activities in Cape Town that won’t break the bank.
26 Aug 2023
There are tons of outdoor activities in Cape Town that are not only fun, but a great way to improve your English. Get the full scoop here!
15 Aug 2023
Howzit bro! If you had no idea what I just said, and you’re eager to mingle with Cape Town locals, then be sure to check out this post on some useful local lingo.
27 Jul 2023
Read our tips to stay safe in Cape Town so you can enjoy all the great activities this fair city has to offer – including beach yoga!
21 Nov 2022
Winter. Time to laze on the couch all day and stare at the wall, right? Wrong! Winter is a fabulous time to explore the Mother City. Just read what these proudly pro-Cape Town locals have to say about their favourite winter activities in the mother of all cities.
07 Jun 2021
Cape Town is a cosmopolitan mix of cultures, and it is also famous for its counter cultural lifestyle. Think yoga and meditation, flowing skirts and designer jewellery, vegan snacks, and the healing arts. Check out the vibe in this selection of places and experiences in the Mother City.
29 Apr 2021
General English Plus Language Excursions Our new Language Excursions programme , introduced in January 2021, is a collaboration between the UCT English Language Centre and Kurus English. Kurus English developed this…
05 Mar 2021
Summer vibes in Cape Town Soak up the sunshine on one of the beaches around Cape Town. If you are out exploring, take a hat and bikini or swimming shorts…
20 Dec 2020
Some students come all the way to Cape Town and stick with people from their own country. We encourage you to go out to explore the city (if necessary, together!). Live and learn and meet awesome people along the way.
16 Dec 2019
Learn about the history of this sport in South Africa and its significance in bringing the nation together.
11 Dec 2019
Explore Cape Town’s rich cultural history through its food. Find out about authentic local dishes – from our aromatic curries to delicious desserts. Tasting traditional African, Cape Malay and Afrikaans cuisine is an essential experience on your travels in South Africa.
08 Nov 2019
Volunteering is a great way to mingle with locals, work to learn and to make a positive impact on the world. Contrary to the idea that one has to pay to volunteer, there are many ways to contribute. We’ve put together some ideas to inspire you to take action.
18 Oct 2019
Moving to a new city, even for a short time, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. However, not being able to communicate with locals, navigating a town you’ve never been to and coming home to an empty apartment isn’t exactly the experience you are hoping for when you travel abroad. Why not choose to stay with a family to help you make the most of living in an exotic new location?
05 Sep 2019
