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Learn to speak English in Pretoria, South Africa
The University of Pretoria has recently launched the Centre for Language Learning. International students from non-English speaking countries can now learn to speak English at one of the top universities in South Africa, and become part of an exciting and vibrant campus. Join a part of the South African rainbow nation and immerse yourself in an English-speaking environment.
Study English Abroad
The Centre for Language Learning offers you the chance to learn to speak English at one of the top universities in South Africa. Join us and live a unique experience abroad!
Why learn to speak English at the Centre for Language Learning in Pretoria
Faculty drawn from leading linguists and certified language educators
Small cohorts with personalised academic advising and mentorship
Direct articulation with University of Pretoria degree programmes
A globally diverse community of learners from over 50 countries
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Centre for Language Learning
The full-time English as a Foreign Language course at the Centre for Language Learning will give you a strong foundation and 'create a pathway to further studies at universities around South Africa and your future success.
An intensive two-month EFL course
Other language schools offer weekly intakes, with new students joining the class every week. The EFL course at UP is an intensive two-month course, which gives you the opportunity to develop your language skills without interruption, while working at the same pace as the rest of the class. You can also build friendships without having to introduce yourself to new students every week.
More about the full-time EFL course in Pretoria
Highly affordable EFL courses
The full-time EFL course is an intensive two-month course with 180 hours of classroom time. The cost includes course books and the registration fee, so is less expensive than many similar courses offered both in South Africa and internationally. The University of Pretoria brand ensures that all courses are taught at the highest standards.
Find the next course on our EFL Course Calendar
A safe and secure university-based school
Classes are held on campus where you will mix with undergraduate and postgraduate students, and learn about the university culture. The campus is a safe environment with security guards ___ at all the main gates. The university has an excellent local transport system which provides public transport between campuses, to the main shopping and entertainment areas as well as the residential areas around the campus.
Contact us for more information.
Our promise to you
The University of Pretoria has established a Centre for Language Learning within the Faculty of Humanities. This Centre is 100% committed to:
Helping you develop your English language skills
Providing highly qualified and experienced teachers
Bringing the world to the classroom and the classroom to life with exceptional course material
Unlocking a new world for you to invest in your future success
EFL Student Testimonials
I want to say thank you for everything and I would like to come back.
The quality of the teaching was very good because the teacher had attention and took care for all of us.
I enjoyed the talks about foreign cultures. We had new experiences about other countrys and the classmates. We are friends now.