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

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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.

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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.

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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.

Price Lists

Pricing for all our English Courses and Accommodation

Course Pricing

Students can choose to study for any number of weeks, and course fees are calculated on a per-week basis. Longer-term courses benefit from a lower cost per week, and this is reflected in the pricing table below.

Group courses are available in three formats: standard with 20 lessons per week, semi-intensive with 25 lessons per week, and intensive with 30 lessons per week.

New bookings require a registration fee, and any course changes after booking are subject to a course change fee. All learning materials are included in the tuition fee. Students receive a new coursebook when they begin their course and each time they progress to a new level.

All group courses, including General English, Academic English, Business English, and Exam Preparation, are offered at the same price. This keeps pricing simple and allows students to choose the course that best suits their needs without price differences.


All Group Courses (per week)


Course Standard Semi Intensive Intensive
Lessons per week 20 Lessons 25 Lessons 30 Lessons
1–3 Weeks R 5 660 R 6 740 R 7 690
4–7 Weeks R 5 390 R 6 470 R 7 280
8–11 Weeks R 5 120 R 6 070 R 6 880
12–23 Weeks R 4 580 R 5 390 R 6 200
24+ Weeks R 4 180 R 4 850 R 5 660


Language Excursions

Language Excursions combine structured English lessons with guided activities outside the classroom. The maximum duration for this course is seven weeks, and pricing is based on a per-week cost.

Language Excursions Course Fee
Lessons per week 30 Lessons
1–3 Weeks R 10 760
4–7 Weeks R 10 490


Private Lessons

Private Lessons offer personalised instruction and are charged per 50-minute session, booked in blocks of ten. A minimum of two lessons per week is required, and unused lessons cannot be carried forward.

Number of Lessons Course Fee
10 Lessons R 9 700
20 Lessons R 18 800
40 Lessons R 35 600
Each Additional Lesson R 890
100 Lessons (52 weeks) R 89 000

Course Pricing

Students can choose to study for any number of weeks, and course fees are calculated on a per-week basis. Longer-term courses benefit from a lower cost per week, and this is reflected in the pricing table below.

Group courses are available in three formats: standard with 20 lessons per week, semi-intensive with 25 lessons per week, and intensive with 30 lessons per week.

Private Lessons offer personalized instruction and are charged per 50-minute session, booked in blocks of ten. A minimum of two lessons per week is required, and unused lessons cannot be carried forward.

Language Excursions combine structured English lessons with guided activities outside the classroom. The maximum duration for this course is seven weeks, and pricing is based on a per-week cost.

New bookings require a registration fee, and any course changes after booking are subject to a course change fee. All learning materials are included in the tuition fee. Students receive a new coursebook when they begin their course and each time they progress to a new level.

All Group Courses (per week)


  Standard Semi-Intensive Intensive
Weekly Lessons 20 25 30
1-3 Weeks R 5,660 R 6,740 R 7,690
4–7 Weeks R 5,390 R 6,470 R 7,280
8–11 Weeks R 5,120 R 6,070 R 6,880
12–23 Weeks R 4,580 R 5,390 R 6,200
24+ Weeks R 4,180 R 4,850 R 5,660


Language Excursions


Language Excursions Course Fee
Weekly Lessons 30
1–3 Weeks R 10,760
4–7 Weeks R 10,490


Private Lessons


Number of Lessons Course Fee
10 Lessons R 9,700
20 Lessons R 18,800
40 Lessons R 35,600
Additional Lessons R 890 each
100 Lessons R 89,000

Accommodation Pricing

ELC provides a variety of accommodation options to match different lifestyles and budgets. Accommodation is charged per week from Sunday to Saturday, with additional days available on request at a pro-rata rate. All options are subject to availability and are only confirmed once the course is confirmed by paying the course deposit. To secure accommodation, students should complete their booking as early as possible.

All Accommodations (per week)


Accommodation Room Type 1–11 Weeks 12+ Weeks
Yellow House Standard Room R 3 850 R 3 500
Yellow House Large Room R 4 060 R 3 710
Adderley Studios Platinum Studio R 4 900 R 4 480
Homestay Shared Bathroom R 4 200 R 3 780
Homestay Private Bathroom R 4 690 R 4 200
Hotels & Aparthotels Pricing Available on Request

Other Fees


Administrative Fees

Administrative fees are charged for course registration, course changes, and instalment plans.

Registration Fee R 1 000 New course bookings and extensions
Course Change Fee R 1 000 Changes after the course has started
Instalments Fee R 1 000 Applicable to instalment plans


Airport Transfers

Airport transfers are available to students who book ELC accommodation.

One Way R 700
Return R 1 400

Accommodation Pricing

ELC provides a variety of accommodation options to match different lifestyles and budgets. Accommodation is charged per week from Sunday to Saturday, with additional days available on request at a pro-rata rate. All options are subject to availability and are only confirmed once the course is confirmed by paying the course deposit. To secure accommodation, students should complete their booking as early as possible.

All Accommodation (per week)


  Room Type 1–11 Weeks 12+ Weeks
Yellow House Standard Room R 3,850 R 3,500
Yellow House Large Room R 4,060 R 3,710
Adderley Studios Platinum Studio R 4,900 R 4,480
Homestay Shared Bathroom R 4,200 R 3,780
Homestay Private Bathroom R 4,690 R 4,200
Hotels & Aparthotels Pricing Available on Request

Other Fees


Additional fees are charged for course registration, course changes, instalment plans, and airport transfers.

Administrative Fees


Registration Fee R 1 000
Course Change Fee R 1 000
Instalments Fee R 1 000


Airport Transfers


One Way R 700
Return R 1,400

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