University of Cape Town (UCT)

University of Cape Town (UCT) is among Africa's top ranked universities and by choosing to study here you’ll be immersing yourself in a community that includes over 5000 international students from over 100 different countries. You’ll be exposed to ground-breaking work by researchers from across the globe on a vibrant campus that embraces its diversity.

The semester study abroad program is offered to international students who are registered for full degree studies at another university and have completed a minimum of three semesters.

Choice of undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses vary depending on the student’s academic background. Credits earned for these courses can be transferred to their home university. Credits earned as an SSA student may not count towards a UCT qualification.

Applicants are expected to have an overall academic score of 65% which is equivalent to a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above for the USA, mid-point of the ECTS Grade B range. Additional requirements for specific courses may also apply.

Students are evaluated for admission on the basis of their academic transcripts and home university’s gradingscale.

Make an appointment with RISD Global's Program Advisor to start planning!

At-A-Glance

What
Global Partner
Where
  • Cape Town, South Africa
When

Final dates announced on school’s website.

Spring Semester

February — June

Fall Semester

July — December

Who
Open to RISD students

Juniors + Seniors. Minimum 3.0+ GPA required.

Eligible RISD Departments
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Graphic Design
  • Painting
  • Sculpture
  • Film/Animation/Video
Links

University of Cape Town Web Page
University of Cape Town Semester study abroad/Exchange programme information:
University of Cape Town Course Information:
University of Cape Town Online Application Form:
Student housing:
Study visa application details:

Spring Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Nov 1, 2024
School Deadline: Oct 31, 2024
Fall Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Apr 1, 2024
School Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
Academic Credits
Minimum 12 RISD credit equivalency
Instruction Language
  • English

Full English instruction

National Institute of Design (NID)

Apply for Semester Studies

The entire RISD application process will be completed using an online application portal. Apply the semester before you plan to attend.

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1:1 Advising Session

Have questions? The RISD Global team is available to meet for a 1:1 advising session. We can give you more information about your study options, help you figure out which program makes sense for you, and assist you with the application process.

Schedule an Appointment

Events

Spring 2025 General Pre-Departure Meeting
RISD Global, PW 321
Workshop | Semester Studies and Outgoing Exchange Learning Agreement
RISD Global, PW 321

All Events and Announcements

Announcements

No announcements for this program.