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What visa do I need to study in South Africa?

Planning to study in South Africa? One of the first things you’ll need to think about is your visa.

Centre for Language Learning

Aug 53 min read

What to look for in a good language school

When you want to learn a new language, it can be difficult to choose the right school. There are so many things to consider: how long are...

Centre for Language Learning

Jul 253 min read

Winter in Pretoria

South Africans love summer and not everyone loves winter, but depending on where you come from, you might enjoy the winter season in...

Centre for Language Learning

Jul 172 min read

Common questions to ask when travelling abroad

The most common reason why people learn another language is to travel. When you go travelling, you are quite likely to need some help to...

Holly-Anne Thompson

Jul 19, 20242 min read

Commonly confused words

It can be a challenge to learn a new language, and English is no exception! It is only natural to make mistakes, but it’s also important...

Holly-Anne Thompson

Jul 19, 20242 min read

Why choose the University of Pretoria?

There are many places in Pretoria where you can learn English. So why choose us? We have come up with a list of really great reasons why...

Holly-Anne Thompson

Jul 19, 20242 min read

Fun and effective ways to practise English daily

Whether you are studying English in a class or at home, it’s important to keep practising what you learn. Here are some fun ways to keep...

Holly-Anne Thompson

Jul 18, 20242 min read

Five reasons why learning English is the best decision you will ever make

Learning a new language opens up a world of possibilities, and if you've chosen to learn English, you've made a decision that could shape...

Centre for Language Learning

Oct 27, 20231 min read

The Jacarandas in Pretoria: A stunning purple symphony

Pretoria, the lovely city in the heart of South Africa, is famous for its spectacular Jacaranda trees that paint the city purple every...

Centre for Language Learning

Oct 27, 20231 min read

Master confusing vocabulary

Many English learners struggle with confusing words that have similar sounds or meanings. Let’s look at a few commonly confused words to...

Centre for Language Learning

Sep 5, 20231 min read

Are you thinking in English?

When learning a new language like English, it's helpful to start thinking in that language rather than translating from your native...

Centre for Language Learning

Sep 5, 20231 min read

Investing in yourself and in your education: The key to personal and professional growth

As the famous quote goes, "The more you know, the more you grow." Deciding to invest in yourself and your education is one of the best...

Keitumetse Mokgoro

Apr 27, 20231 min read

Saying ‘hi’ to South Africans you meet

If you want to make friends you will need to become familiar with a few slang expressions. If you want to make friends with the South...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 31, 20222 min read

What is your New Year’s resolution for 2023?

January 2023 is just around the corner, and we are all looking forward to a fresh start. January 2023 is just around the corner, and we...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 31, 20221 min read

What are the advantages of face-to-face classes?

After the social distancing that was enforced during the Covid pandemic, most students want to get back into class again There are many...

Owlcation

Dec 31, 20222 min read

What are the different English proficiency levels based on?

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is an internationally accepted standard for describing levels of language...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 31, 20222 min read

What makes a good language school?

English improvement takes time and effort, and so requires a lot of hard work from you. Do you need to improve your English language...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 31, 20222 min read

How many ways are there to cook eggs?

A good breakfast will make sure that you are ready for your first English lesson of the day! Photo credit: www.thepioneerwoman.com As a...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 31, 20222 min read

Where in the world can I speak English?

The English language still opens more doors than any other language worldwide. The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a lot of changes...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 29, 20222 min read

How does the Centre for Language Learning fit into UP?

Have you been wondering why the name Enterprises UP is linked to the full-time English courses offered by the University of Pretoria? One...

Centre for Language Learning

Dec 29, 20222 min read

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English language blog

What visa do I need to study in South Africa?

What to look for in a good language school

Winter in Pretoria

Common questions to ask when travelling abroad

Commonly confused words

Why choose the University of Pretoria?

Fun and effective ways to practise English daily

Five reasons why learning English is the best decision you will ever make

The Jacarandas in Pretoria: A stunning purple symphony

Master confusing vocabulary

Are you thinking in English?

Investing in yourself and in your education: The key to personal and professional growth

Saying ‘hi’ to South Africans you meet

What is your New Year’s resolution for 2023?

What are the advantages of face-to-face classes?

What are the different English proficiency levels based on?

What makes a good language school?

How many ways are there to cook eggs?

Where in the world can I speak English?

How does the Centre for Language Learning fit into UP?

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