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study in cape town

Creativity requires the perfect environment to flourish, and Cape Town has it. The City of Cape Town is a recognised UNESCO City of Design, and with good reason. Cape Town has a rich cultural and historical heritage, a thriving art scene, and is home to the internationally acclaimed Cape Town Art Fair and Design Indaba. These are two of the greatest showcases of art and design on the continent which attract leading designers, thinkers, artists and investors from around the world. Cape Town is consistently lauded as not only one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but one that boasts a dynamic creative industry. The City of Cape Town is noted for its support of entrepreneurship and is home to those on the forefront of innovative responses to social, economic, and environmental change. From galleries and museums, street art and carnivals, fashion and film, Cape Town is a truly cosmopolitan capital.

apply at the CTCA
As the world looks for solutions to contemporary issues, studying at CTCA allows you to immerse yourself in new and creative ways of thinking and making.
Our unique college attracts prospective students from all over the world, and the competition is stiff.
Be sure to apply before November of the year before intended commencement of study. Once an application is successful, we will notify you and provide instructions for the registration process.
International students are advised to apply for a study visa and secure accommodation timeously in order to commence with classes at the start of the term.
student exchange programme

At CTCA, we believe that creativity thrives through cultural exchange. Our reciprocal exchange programme gives you the chance to study abroad at one of our carefully selected partner institutions. This opportunity is open to students entering the final year of a bachelor’s programme that closely aligns with one of CTCA’s own, ensuring a seamless academic experience while broadening your global perspective.

what to do in cape town

Cape Town is the oldest city in South Africa, and offers a dynamic student life marked by its cultural diversity and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re after sun and sea, hiking the trails through our famed biodiversity, or exploring history and art in museums and galleries, Cape Town has it all.

Students enjoy a lively social scene with an unparalleled culture of culinary and viticultural excellence, markets and a vibrant nightlife scene. With events and festivals throughout the year, Cape Town provides an enriching backdrop for students to grow academically, creatively, and personally. Poised at the tip of the continent, Cape Town attracts visitors and investors alike, making it a hub for intellectual innovation and creative curiosity.
Push your boundaries. Be a part of the beating heart of art and design in Africa.