General Information for all International Students
Why choose Rhodes?
For information about what makes Rhodes so special, please see: Why Choose Rhodes.
Academic Information
To see what courses are on offer at Rhodes, please visit the websites of each department. Please note that not all courses are available to exchange/study abroad students.
Application Deadlines
- Degree-seeking students (full year)
If you are an undergraduate, the closing date for applications is 30 September.
If you are a postgraduate: You can apply anytime.
- Exchange/Study Abroad students
First semester (February to June): 15 October
Second Semester (July to December): 15 March
Dates
Rhodes University Calendar
Please see the Rhodes University Calendar, Diary and Dates.
Orientation 2012 for new students
Orientation Dates for Semester One: 6 - 11 February 2012. Residences will open for new students on Saturday 4 February.
Application Requirements
Medical Aid
All international students are required to have South African medical cover for the duration of their study at Rhodes University, and as this is a requirement for study visa purposes, proof of cover will have to be provided when applying for your visa BEFORE your arrival in South Africa.
Visa Information
All international students (those who are not South African citizens or who do not have permanent residence in South Africa) are required to have a valid study permit prior to being permitted to register at Rhodes University.
Language Requirements
The language of instruction at Rhodes is English. Please note that if English is not your first language, you should consult our language requirements.
Matriculation Exemption
Please read how to qualify for matriculation exemption.
Application Procedure
International students should note carefully that late applications cannot be considered.
The closing date for applications will be strictly enforced.
- Exchange and Study Abroad Application Procedure
Please see the Exchange and Study Abroad page.
- Undergraduate Degree-seeking Application Procedure
All International Degree-seeking applications will only be considered after the closing date
of 30 September. Receipt of your application will be acknowledged and you will be notified of the
outcome of your application in October.
For more information, please click here.
- Postgraduate Application Procedure
Please click here.
Registration Requirements
Please see the registration requirements.
Rhodes and Grahamstown Information
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Please read Getting to Rhodes for directions and transport options.
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For information about life at Rhodes, please browse through the Student Handbook, or take a look at the general student information that is available to all Rhodes students on StudentZone.
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For information on Grahamstown, please see Grahamstown Information.
SRC International Affairs officer
Your 2012 SRC International Councillor is Ms Amirah Kolia.
Students can contact Amirah and the rest of the SRC should they have any issues regarding student life.
Amirah's Cell: 076 895 0044
Email: srcinternational@ru.ac.za
Please visit the SRC website.
Financial Information
Please note: We do NOT have a budget to offer financial aid to international students. Please see our Financial Assistance Policy.
FAQ's
Should you have further questions, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions page.
