Wits Language School

Parktown, Johannesburg

Rates from the school's own published price list. Not yet a partner school. · Checked 14 Sept 2026

University of the Witwatersrand

Lead photo from the school's public website — not yet confirmed by the school.

Wits Language School operates from the University of the Witwatersrand's Professional Development Hub at 92 Empire Road, Parktown — separate from International House Johannesburg nearby. General English enrols by CEFR level in seven-week blocks; Wits Plus lists 2026 intakes at ZAR 19,900 VAT-inclusive per block, including materials and a Gauteng outing. Minimum age 18. The school does not provide homestay but advises on English-speaking hosts nearby.

Prices & course facts

Seven-week CEFR-level blocks at ZAR 19,900 (2026 Wits Plus). Weekly equivalent for comparison only — you enrol per level block, not open weekly.

3 months$2,054

6 months$4,108

9 months$6,162

12 months$8,216

Ages18–65

Max class size16

AccommodationShared apartment

Intensive option No

Visa support Yes

Published weekly rates

1+ weeks$158 / week

Student nationality mix

University-branded certificate; strong signal for parents comparing private academies.

Safety notes

On Wits campus with university security; Parktown surrounds require usual Joburg النقل caution at night.