Intrax Study Abroad: Semester in South Africa

  South Africa

• Cape Town: 
Cape Town (Kaapstad)

Term: Fall, Spring 
Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: Fall Semester (July - Dec); Spring Semester (Jan - June)

Description: Intrax Study Abroad: Explore South Africa

South Africa is truly a unique destination and should be a top pick for students that seek new adventures. You will enjoy the hospitality of the South Africans, who are eager to meet new people and in turn learn about new and different lifestyles. Soccer, rugby and cricket are the favorite sports in South Africa. Many people also play tennis or swim. South Africans enjoy the many beaches along their nearly 2,000 miles of coastline. Dancing, playing music, attending festivals, and participating in cultural events are common activities throughout the year.

South Africa is home to many musical styles. South Africans also enjoy the fine arts and major cities host symphony, ballet and opera performances. Gumboot dancing, created by African gold miners, is a popular performance art. Each ethnic group creates its own distinct style of folk art including basketry, beadwork and soapstone carvings.

Students who choose a semester program in South Africa will live with a host family and attend a local high school.

Learn:

The educational system in South Africa is modeled on the British school system and is very regimented. Students generally wear a uniform and start school around 7:30 am every morning and end school at 2:30pm. Typical coursework is focused on six subjects that may include: language, literature, history, mathematics, science and art. The choice of subjects is dependent on location and the student's prior academic performance. Students will learn Afrikaans in addition to a local dialect and gain an increased understanding of African language and history. All class instruction will be taught in English.

Program Requirements:

* 15-18 years old.
* Motivated students with a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4 point scale.
* Mature, flexible, open-minded, and able to adapt to living with a host family.
* Eager for the academic challenge of studying in a foreign school.
* US Citizen/Resident- living in the US.

Application Deadline: Spring- September 30, 2009

Highlights: On our semester high school program, you'll live with a host family, attend classes, enjoy school and community activities in the afternoon, explore South Africa on weekends, and greatly improve your language skills.

Cost in US$: Please visit our website for program fees.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Intrax Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Intrax Study Abroad is a premier youth exchange organization dedicated to international education and cultural exchange. Since 1980, as a part of Intrax Cultural Exchange, we've provided dynamic study abroad experiences for more than 40,000 students, enabling them to live and study all over the world for summer, semester and academic year programs.  Let us help you plan your Cultural Adventure!

Year Founded: 1980