University of Cape Town Summer Global Short Academic Programmes
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
Partner Institution
Program website:
University of Cape Town Summer Global Short Academic Programmes Website
Program dates:
Vary depending on program. Typically 2-6 weeks in June and July
About the program
Supported by the University of Capetown's International Office, Global Learning Programs offer short-term standardized programmes for students looking for immersive experiences and a memorable learning journey in Cape Town.
For 2025 Summer, three standardised programmes are available:
- Global Academy: Afropolitanism, Social Justics and Social Entrepreneurship (four-week program). Suitable for students interested in global citizenship
- Sustainable Water Management: Managing complexity in the Global Water Landscape in and Age of Uncertainty (two-week program). Suitable for students interested in envrionmental sustainability
- Society, Language and the Arts: Exploring the Diversity of South African Culture in Cape Town (two-week program). Suitable for students interested in learning more about South African culture and history.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Cultural Studies
- Global Resource Systems
- History
- Political Science
Course equivalency formula
- 2 ECTS credits = 1 UBC credit
Course load information
- Global Academy program: 12 ECTS credits
- Sustainable Water Management program: 8 ECTS credits
- Society, Language and the Arts Program: TBA
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
Housing
Accommodation is included in program fee. Contact partner university for more details.
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to the partner university. All fees listed on partner's website are USD.
Note: tuition is included in the program fee which includes other program-related fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global: