South Africa

South Africa: University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Note: The following is 2008 program information. The "details" links will show 2007 information. Some discrepancies may exist. Take careful note of which year you plan to study abroad.

Host Institution

University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Highlights

The Durban, Howard College campus of the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is located about ten minutes by taxi from a shoreline of fine beaches and has a commanding view of Durban, an area that serves as a center for seaside tourism, industry, and commerce. Durban’s some three million inhabitants comprise several ethnic and racial groups, including a large Indian community that retains many characteristics of traditional Indian culture.

The focus of the Durban campus is the humanities and social sciences, science, engineering, management, and architecture. (details)

Duration

Spring semester: early February to late June
Fall semester: mid-July to late November
Year: late January to late November

(calendars)

Spring semester students are encouraged to apply for extension to the year program.

Academic Focus

Full curriculum of courses in the humanities and social sciences, science, engineering, architecture, and music. UKZN, Durban has exceptional programs in ethnomusicology, jazz, and dance; gender studies; urban and regional planning; development studies; and a marine science program focusing on the Indian Ocean and Antarctic Rim, and on wetland and estuary ecology and management. For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Students attend classes with international students and host country students.

Language of Instruction

English

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad; 21 UC quarter units per semester are required, which is usually three or four courses.

Housing

Students reside in campus dormitories and live with international students or host country students. Off-campus housing is not permitted. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.