

How to use South African Culture to Improve your English
One of the best steps you can take to improve your language learning is to get involved in the local community. Engaging in local culture can give you many opportunities to practise.
what you already know, and provide even more chances to learn something new.

Centre for Language Learning
Dec 122 min read


Volunteering at Pretoria Dog Rescue
The University of Pretoria Centre for Language Learning is about more than just English grammar and speaking. Here, we encourage our students to immerse themselves in everyday life in Pretoria.

Centre for Language Learning
Oct 282 min read


Use it or lose it: ways to keep your English alive!
Learning a new language is fun, and can be useful when you want to travel or work overseas. It’s important to practise what you learn to make sure your skills stay strong. In this blog, we talk about some easy ways to use the English you know.

Centre for Language Learning
Sep 162 min read


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

