University of KwaZulu-Natal / UKZN: Durban - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
- Location(s): Durban, South Africa
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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University of KwaZulu-Natal / UKZN: Durban - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
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The University of KwaZulu-Natal or UKZN is a university with five campuses all located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. UKZN offers a semester study abroad programme for students wishing to experience a diversity of cultures. Int... read more
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Absolutely. The experience taught me a lot about the world, as well as about myself. It opened my eyes to the beauty found in other cultures and the friendships that can form anywhere worldwide. Abby R - University of Minnesota - Twin Cities View Entire Review
In South Africa, people are much more comfortable talking about race and social issues regarding race. I had so many good conversations with various people about race and have learned so much from them. I think this is something that the U.S. could do better because a problem cannot be resolved without communication. I saw pover... A student - State U View Entire Review
It was worth the wait to experience being in a non-western country. Karolyn w - Saint Marys College View Entire Review
Yes. A student - SUNY - Binghamton View Entire Review
All I have to say is that I enjoyed my time there so much and miss it so much that I am hoping/planning to move back. Amanda S - Champlain College View Entire Review
This program gave me a greater understanding of global issues and how much power we have as college students in America to make a difference. Arita B - Bates College View Entire Review
I loved it, it was worth every penny. Sophia N - University of Minnesota - Twin Cities View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned how to cope with culture shock and to understand new cultures. I wish I had learned the local language and travelled more throughout South Africa. Overall, I had an amazing time and I would love to visit the country again in the future. Kathleen S - University of Denver View Entire Review
YES! The most worthwhile, amazing experience of my life! I gained so many things from it, I don't even know where to start. Through volunteering at a children's home I learned so much about poverty, loss, and tragedy, but also joy in the midst of troubles. Through my involvement in the local church my life was absolutely transfo... Christina H - University of Denver View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was more than worthwhile. I feel that if I hadn't gone abroad I would not have been half the person I am now. Like any student I've learned about other cultures through books and haven't been able to experience them firsthand. In Pietermaritzburg, I could go to class at noon, learn about rock art, a... Bridget H - Providence College View Entire Review
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The University of KwaZulu-Natal or UKZN is a university with five campuses all located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. UKZN offers a semester study abroad programme for students wishing to experience a diversity of cultures. International students can take undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Students pay dollar fees per module per semester. Students generally register for four courses which is a full credit load at UKZN. Interested students can apply directly or through a partner programme with UKZN and their home institution. (Home institution refers to the institution abroad and host institution refers to UKZN)
Students that are currently enrolled at a university and have completed at least two semesters of tertiary education at the time of registration can apply for the Study Abroad Programme. Students need to meet the academic requirements set by both the host and home university.
Students that are currently enrolled at a university and have completed at least two semesters of tertiary education at the time of registration can apply for the Study Abroad Programme. Students need to meet the academic requirements set by both the host and home university.
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