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1 Foundation University in South Africa

Central University of Technology tops our list of 1 Foundation universities in South Africa on research impact (80,425 citations). Across the whole list there are 3 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Central University of Technology has the largest research record in this group, with 80,425 citations and an h-index of 103.

Public, private and where they are

The split is 1 public to 0 private institutions.

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Built Environment (1), Computer Science & IT (1) and Engineering (1). The usual length is 1 year. 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). Central University of Technology offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in South Africa for Foundation?

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

How many public universities offer Foundation in South Africa?

1 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Foundation course take in South Africa?

Most listed courses run 1 year.

When do Foundation 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 Foundation courses in South Africa?

Central University of Technology, with 3.

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