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Arcadia University - Community Development Program in Cape Town (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English Class Standing: 1. Completed 4th Class Year, 2. 3rd Class, 3. 2nd Class, 4. 1st Class
Housing Options: Apartment Shared Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 3.0 Areas of Study: Economics and Business, Electives, International Studies
Program Description:

Arcadia Excursions

Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses. Here is a sampling:

  • Table Mountain
  • Robben Island
  • Boulders Beach
  • Hermanus
  • !Khwa ttu San Cultural Village
  • Overnight stay in Gugulethu
  • and more...

Community Development Program in Cape Town

Program Overview

This program is offered in conjunction with the Student Health and Welfare Community Organization (SHAWCO), an NGO based at the University of Cape Town. It consists of volunteer work teaching computer skills to adult learners and tutoring local middle school student.

Additionally, you will discuss your fieldwork in weekly reflection sessions and learn skills to support your teaching as well as relating your experiences to the themes of the core course.

Arcadia's Approach

Arcadia opens the doors to new experiences, different academic learning, people, cultures and perspectives so you can build your own lifelong learning and memories:

  • Enjoy academic success – earn credit abroad

  • Explore a new world – excursions, activities, events, and so much more!

  • Get to know yourself – gain a new view of the world and your place in it.

  • Rely on us for support – 10 centers in 15 countries worldwide

  • Boost your resume – employers AND graduate schools.

Please check our website for dates and the latest program information.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2024 08/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.