Society, Language and the Arts

About the course

This programme takes a critical look at some of the vibrant communities that make up Cape Town and how they have grown to call this beautiful landscape home.

It offers an immersive experience where students have the opportunity to participate in various activities such as South African music, creating San & Khoi rock art, learning African dance, testing their tongues with isiXhosa clicks and more.

Both interesting and interactive, students will experience various modern societies first-hand while simultaneously taking a deep dive into South Africa’s past during this course.

Course Content

Topics Include:

• Understanding of Cape Town communities, using the framework of South African history and migration patterns
• Cape Town’s first people – the San & Khoi – and their traditions, including rock art and healing dance
• Xhosa communities in Cape Town and some of the cultural traditions they hold
• The language, food and history of the unique Afrikaaps culture

Field trips and Experiences:

• V&A Waterfront
• Robben Island
• Iziko South African National Gallery
• San & Khoi Centre
• District Six Museum
• A community in Cape Town
• Cape culture cooking class

Course Cost

US$ 3 630. No criteria required for the course. Students must be able to interact with the material. English is the medium of instruction.

Registration

Students must apply via glp@uct.ac.za expressing their interest in the programme. Once received, a representative from the Global Learning unit will be in touch with further information.

More Information

Email: glp@uct.ac.za
Phone: +27 (0)21 650 2822

 

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