6 Best Arts, Design & Architecture Programs in South Africa

6 Arts, Design & Architecture courses are taught at 2 universities in South Africa — most run 4 years. Courses from University of Pretoria and Central University of Technology come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #362 #4 in South Africa South Africa

BA in Fine Arts 4-year programme

University of Pretoria — The Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts program at the University of Pretoria is designed for creative individuals who wish to pursue a comprehensive foundation in visual arts....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #362 #4 in South Africa South Africa

BA in Fine Arts 5-year programme

University of Pretoria — The BA in Fine Arts at the University of Pretoria is a comprehensive 5-year programme designed for students eager to explore the realms of visual art, creativity, and art...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

5 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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3Bachelor's Degree

QS World #362 #4 in South Africa South Africa

BA in Information Design

University of Pretoria — Course OverviewThe BA in Information Design at the University of Pretoria is an interdisciplinary degree that combines elements of graphic design, information architectur...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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4Bachelor's Degree

QS World #362 #4 in South Africa South Africa

BA specialising in Visual Studies

University of Pretoria — The BA specialising in Visual Studies at the University of Pretoria is designed to immerse students in the rich realm of visual culture, empowering them to critically ana...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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5Bachelor's Degree

QS World #362 #4 in South Africa South Africa

Bachelor of Arts [BA] 3-year programme

University of Pretoria — The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree at the University of Pretoria offers an in-depth exploration of various disciplines within the humanities and social sciences. This three...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

3 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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6Diploma

#24 in South Africa South Africa

Design and Studio Art

Central University of Technology — The Diploma in Design and Studio Art at Central University of Technology provides a comprehensive exploration of the visual arts and design disciplines. This course delve...

DiplomaLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Arts, Design & Architecture

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Pretoria at #362 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Pretoria has the largest research record in this group, with 3,266,028 citations and an h-index of 428.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 5 bachelor's and 1 diploma. The usual length is 4 years and 5 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). University of Pretoria offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in South Africa for Arts, Design & Architecture?

University of Pretoria (QS World #362) and Central University of Technology (#24 in South Africa) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does an Arts, Design & Architecture course take in South Africa?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 5 years the next most common.

When do Arts, Design & Architecture courses start in South Africa?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Arts, Design & Architecture courses in South Africa?

University of Pretoria, with 5, ahead of Central University of Technology (1).

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