China ’s young people find it interesting and rewarding to study abroad. In choosing a university, they should at the same time study and know more about the host country's culture, geology and natural environment. Most of the students who pursue overseas education choose the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, Australia, New Zealand and other English-speaking countries. In the case of South Africa, students want to assess the education and economic conditions and also the social environment to know whether it is a suitable place to study.
Many Chinese students do not understand the case of South Africa. They have the impression that South Africa is a limitless desert or grassland and that there are many wild animals. They also think that people there have very difficult life and there is often drought, war and famine.
South Africa seems to be a desolate country and still relatively backward, but in reality, there are many buildings and road network is really amazing.
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa. It is also an industrial business and financial center. It is near Pretoria, capital of South Africa.
1 . transportation
The The length and quality of the roads in South Africa are in no way inferior to any of the developed Western nations. Moreover, as long as you have the car, you can reach all corners of South Africa. You can also enjoy the sunset while driving on the road. Peak hours for traffic are usually in the morning and evening. In addition, commuting to and from work, the vehicle’s speed will not be lower than 60 km / hour. If on the interstate roads, speed can be 120 km / hour or more. Of course, you have to drive very carefully to avoid accidents.
In South Africa, it is difficult to determine if the road is urban or rural as there are many traffic policemen on duty in all road junctions. People here also follow traffic regulations even if there are no policemen on the road.
It is also interesting to note that the roadside gas stations have bathrooms and taking shower is free. It is said that only such facilities can be seen in Australia, whereas in other countries they did not. But in South Africa, such facilities are also available and free of charge.
2. schools and student apartments
University 和 Technikon 。 South Africa 's higher education system has its own characteristics. It has two sets of education system namely the University and Polytechnic. University The University of South Africa is in accordance with international principles. It is research-based and has full faculties. Technikon University South Africa ’s Technical universities are based on specific facts and needs. It is more focused on training students and for them to conduct industrial research.University Technikon 则。 The University is large and the scope is all-encompassing while the technical universities are small and more focused. They also differ in terms of certification qualifications and international recognition.
South Africa schools and educational research facilities are huge. They also have excellent apartments, canteens and other facilities. If you want to stay in student apartments, you should register in advance because if there are no more slots then you will live in the apartments nearby the school and the cost is slightly higher. In general, apartments have single rooms and double rooms, kitchens, sanitary facilities and living room. Apartment building units also have laundry rooms, TV room and other ancillary facilities. Students can have their own room arrangement. Television, refrigerators and other appliances can be seen elsewhere. Computers are available in schools but if students want to have their own then they can just purchase.
3. people
In the schools, you will naturally come into contact with many local students and from various other countries such as the Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium and many other African countries. There is a friendly and warm atmosphere. If you have troubles or problems, you can get all the help.
4. lifestyle
South Africa , because of its unique geographical position and history, has developed its own unique way of life and consumption. Here, the pace of life is not so quick. There is excellent natural conditions and climate. Here, you can always go to the beach to swim and to surf. You can also go on mountain climbing. During holidays, you can also drive for several hundred kilometers to visit your friends. You can also take advantage of the holidays by going to the neighboring countries such as Namibia and other countries and have the African wild journey.
5. consumption
South Africa ’s domestic economic condition is improving day by day. There is different consumption level in South Africa . Foreigners who are mainly white have high consumption level compared to local blacks who have low-consumption level. Chinese students’ consumption level can be something in between. |
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