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University of Witwatersrand

Johannesburg, South Africa 🇿🇦
University
Est. 1922
📊 QS #551 🎓 Scholarships Available 💼 Work Rights 💻 Online Admission 🛤 Foundation Programs
38,000
Students
40.00%
Accept Rate
#551
QS Rank
$0/wk
Accommodation

About Wits

Wits University is Johannesburg's leading research institution and one of Africa's top five universities. The School of Social Sciences offers the BA International Relations degree, preparing graduates for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, NGOs, journalism and public service. The Wits School of Governance and the African Centre for Migration and Society provide rich interdisciplinary resources for IR students. Located in the heart of Africa's financial capital, Wits graduates access the continent's largest corporate and government employer base. QS ranked #414-551, Times Higher Education highly commended.

40.00%
Acceptance Rate
International Students
Off-campus
Accommodation
$50
Application Fee
Accepts Online Assessment for Admission

This institution processes international applications entirely online — no campus visit required to apply or submit assessments.

Contact Admissions
Phone +27 11 717 1000
Website Visit
Student Work Rights
During Semester 20hrs / fortnight
During Holidays 40hrs/wk
Min. Wage $4/hr
Avg Living Cost $800/mo
Before You Arrive
Visa Fee $85
Health Insurance Not required
Accommodation Bond $0 (4 wks)
Est. Return Flights $1,200