Stellenbosch, South Africa

The Program

STUDY IN SOUTH AFRICA!
The 2010 summer program in South Africa will be hosted by Stellenbosch University. Stellenbsoch's Summer School is a four-week program where UW-Eau Claire students will Student with South African boy taking three courses for a total of six credits. Past Summer Schools have enrolled approximately 100 students. Known as the Rainbow Nation, South Africa is a society in transition. You can experience several aspects of this fascinating country through classroom study and academic fieldtrips.

THE LOCATION
Stellenbosch University lies in the picturesque Jonkershoek Valley in the heart of the Western Cape winelands. This university town is home to 90,000 residents (excluding students) and is located about 30 miles from Cape Town, the second largest city in South Africa.

THE UNIVERSITY
Stellenbosch University was founded in 1866 and is now recognized as one of the four top research universities in South Africa. Stellenbosch University is home to approximately 22,000 students (roughly 16,000 undergraduates and 6,000 graduate students). Stellenbosch University is multilingual institution with instruction primarily in Afrikaans and English. All courses on the summer program are taught in English.

HOUSING & MEALS
You will stay in double rooms in a Stellenbosch University residence hall. It is basic, but comfortable. Bedding is provided. Breakfast is provided in the residence and a meal supplement (cash/voucher) is provided for lunch. Dinner is your responsibility.