As a first-year UCT student, you will be sure of great accommodation in the ‘Drienerburght’. This is the 'home' of UCT, a completely renovated building in the heart of our campus. You and your fellow students will live and study here together throughout the whole first (and optionally the second) year.
Facilities & Costs
Housing at the Drienerburght includes a single bedroom (approx. 13 m2) with a private bathroom and toilet. The room is fully furnished and decorated, including bed linen, pillow, duvet, etc. so you only need to bring your personal belongings. You will share the common living room and kitchen with your fellow students.
Housing at Drienerburght is approximately €450 per calendar month (prices may vary depending on the size of the room)
During your second year, housing is optional in a furnished or unfurnished room. See below an indication of the different costs:
- Furnished housing is about €455 to €500 per calendar month.
- Unfurnished housing is about €350 per calendar month.