Private higher education in South Africa has become an increasingly significant option for tackling the country’s educational issues.
With limited space available at public institutions, private colleges offer a solid alternative for students looking for quality education that fits their needs.
Boston City Campus is a prominent example of a private higher education institution that stands out for its accreditation and flexible learning options.
Fully accredited, Boston City Campus is recognised by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) in South Africa and offers a variety of qualifications, including postgraduate qualifications, degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas and higher certificates. These are all endorsed by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and the South African Qualifications Authority (Saqa), testament to high educational standards being met.
In addition to this, Boston City Campus is a member of the Association of African Universities (AAU).
Boston is also internationally accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC), which means its quality meets global standards.
Plus, it is a candidate for accreditation with the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for certain programmes. The ACBSP is a global body recognised by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (Chea) in Washington, DC.
When it comes to applying for admission to Boston, the Admission Points Score (APS) system is not used. Instead, the focus is on the endorsement achieved on the candidate’s National Senior Certificate (NSC), and whether they have completed the necessary subjects at matric level.
For studying, Boston is all about flexibility. Boston City Campus is set up for distance learning, so candidates can study online whenever and wherever they want. However, for those who prefer some on-the-ground support, there are 47 support centres across the country where students can find help and experience a bit of “campus life”.
Boston’s system ensures personal attention through proactive mentoring, online educators and on-site student advisors.
Financially, Boston City Campus offers flexibility too. There are different payment plans: Students can pay their tuition upfront, in monthly instalments, or per semester. All payment plans include textbooks, so there are no surprises or hidden costs.
Because a student’s goal after graduation is likely to find a job, Boston’s graduate support services programme plays a crucial role in enhancing job readiness through CV and cover letter reviews, job ad interpretation, internship and job leads, as well as guidance on job portals. Also offered are one-on-one coaching, mock interviews and connections to companies for work-integrated learning opportunities –helping students build confidence and stay competitive in the job market.
Do not forget to enquire about the Boston Graduate Guarantee.
In a nutshell, Boston City Campus offers accredited, flexible education and loads of support to help students succeed in their career.
For more information on the above and the many other reasons to consider Boston as a higher education institution, visit boston.ac.za or contact the Bloemfontein Support Centre on 051-447-5700. Boston City Campus in Bloemfontein can also be visited at 99 St Andrew Street.
