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Stellenbosch University Language Centre is a vibrant hub for students, staff and clients who require language and communication assistance.

26/10/2026

💡 Want to explore new languages and better understand the people and cultures around you?

The SU Language Centre’s 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 on 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗫/𝗲𝗱𝗫 is open to anyone and can be completed at your own pace.
The Certificate brings together four courses. Start with 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁, which looks at how multilingualism shapes identity and communication. Then get a taste of 𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗫𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗮, 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 (𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗟), with practical vocabulary, simple everyday conversations and cultural insights along the way.

Each course can be taken on its own, but completing all four gives you the fullest experience and a deeper understanding of how language can connect people.

🥁 Start your multilingual journey on edX:
https://www.edx.org/certificates/professional-certificate/stellenboschx-multilingual-mastery-embracing-linguistic-diversity

23/10/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗸𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗲𝗸𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻!

Die US Taalsentrum wens al ons studente alles van die beste toe met die eksamen wat op hande is. Benader dinge een stap op ŉ slag, glo in jouself en in die harde werk wat jy gedoen het, en maak tussen in tyd om te rus en ŉ bietjie selfsorg toe te pas.

Onthou die basiese reëls:

🌟 Doen jou beplanning vroegtydig en stel realistiese daaglikse doelwitte.

🌟 Neem gereeld ŉ blaaskans, en herlaai deur ŉ paar keer te strek, ŉ entjie te gaan stap en diep teue vars lug in te asem.

🌟 Sorg dat jy genoeg slaap, drink baie water en eet gereeld voedsame kos.

🌟 Werk mooi met jouself – fokus daarop om jou heel beste te gee, een vraestel op ŉ slag.

🌟 Vra vir hulp – reik uit na ŉ vriend, ŉ klasmaat of iemand anders wat jou kan ondersteun as jy vasval of oorweldig voel.

Die Taalsentrum bied gratis skryf- en leeskonsultasies aan wat jou kan help om meer effektief te studeer en jou eksamenskryfvaardighede te verbeter. Besoek die Skryflab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/writing-lab/writing-consultations/) en Leeslab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/reading-lab/reading-consultations/) vir meer inligting.

23/10/2026

𝗦𝗶𝗸𝘂𝗻𝗾𝘄𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗹𝗼 𝗸𝘄𝗶𝗶𝗺𝘃𝗶𝘄𝗼 𝘇𝗮𝗸𝗵𝗼!

IZiko leeLwimi lase-SU linqwenela impumelelo bonke abafundi bethu kwiimviwo ezizayo. Yenza into ibe nye ngexesha, themba umsebenzi owenzileyo kwaye uzinike ixesha lokuphumla kwanokuzikhathalela aph’endleleni.

Khumbula izinto eziphambili/ezisisiseko:

📌 Cwangcisa kwangethuba kwaye uzibekele iinjongo zemihla ngemihla ezinyanisekileyo.

📌 Thatha ikhefu rhoqo uze umane uvuselela umzimba wakho ngokuzolula, ukuhamba umganyana nangokufumana umoya waphandle.

📌 Lala ngokwaneleyo, usele amanzi amaninzi kwaye utye izidlo ezinesondlo rhoqo.

📌 Musa ukuzikhohlakalela – gxila ekwenzeni okungcono onako ukukwenza, uviwo olunye ngexesha.

📌 Cela uncedo – ukuba uziva uxinekile okanye usoyisakala, thetha nomhlobo wakho, ugxa wakho waseklasini okanye omnye umntu onako ukukuxhasa.

I-LC inikezela ngeengcebiso zokubhala nokufunda mahala nezinokukunceda ukuba ufunde ngokufezekileyo kwaye uphucule izakhono zakho zeemviwo - nokubhala. Ndwendwela iWriting Lab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/writing-lab/writing-consultations/) neReading Lab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/reading-lab/reading-consultations/) ukuze ufumane iinkcukacha ezithe vetshe.

23/10/2026

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝘀!

The SU Language Centre wishes all our students every success for the upcoming exams. Take things one step at a time, trust in the work you have put in and make time for rest and self-care along the way.

Remember the basics:

✏️ Plan ahead and set realistic daily goals.

✏️ Take regular breaks and reboot your system with a good stretch, a short walk and some fresh air.

✏️ Get enough sleep, drink plenty of water and eat regular, nourishing meals.

✏️ Be kind to yourself - focus on doing the best you can, one exam at a time.

✏️ Ask for help - if you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, reach out to a friend, classmate or someone else who can support you.

The LC offers free writing and reading consultations that can help you to study more effectively and improve your exam-writing skills. Visit the Writing Lab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/writing-lab/writing-consultations/) and Reading Lab (https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/reading-lab/reading-consultations/) for more information.

23/10/2026

“We thought the workshop was incredibly useful and engaging. It provided practical tips that helped us feel more confident about structuring and delivering a presentation effectively.” – Neeleshwari Naran, training coordinator at the SU Law Clinic.

At the beginning of August, the SU Language Centre presented a great HOW TO MAKE AMAZING PRESENTATIONS WORKSHOP at the SU Law Clinic.

Every year, the SU Law Clinic coordinates a financial literacy project that aims to promote financial well-being and stability. As part of this project, Law Clinic students present key financial concepts to participants and help them plan for both their short-term and long-term financial goals.

To ensure that the students were sufficiently prepared to present to and communicate with the communities they engage with, the SU Law Clinic reached out to the SU Language Centre to present our popular HOW TO MAKE AMAZING PRESENTATIONS WORKSHOP to the students.

During this workshop, students learned valuable presentation and public-speaking skills, as well as techniques for communicating effectively. Through theoretical and practical knowledge of the art of presenting, this hands-on course empowers participants to develop and present impactful presentations.

🌐Would you like to sharpen your presentation skills? Get more information on this course here: https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/product/crafting-confident-presentations/

📩 Or reach out to Michelle Pieters at [email protected] for tailored workshops that suit your needs.

21/10/2026

“In just six weeks, you’ve helped me improve my writing significantly and I truly appreciate the guidance and support.” – Leanne De Lille, Communications officer at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, on the PR LIKE A PRO: WRITING FOR THE MEDIA short course.

Elevate your writing of promotional material, in-house publications, news stories, media releases and social media posts with our PR LIKE A PRO: WRITING FOR THE MEDIA short course.

Are you ready to refine your PR writing skills? Join 2027’s intake: 21 September – 26 October 2027

📩 Contact Michelle Pieters at [email protected] to apply.

19/10/2026

Masiqale ngesiXhosa!

Here’s your chance to learn isiXhosa and connect with people, communities and a rich part of South Africa’s cultural heritage in 2027.

Our IsiXhosa 123 course helps you develop practical isiXhosa language skills for everyday communication while building your confidence to use the language in real-life situations.

Whether you’re learning for personal interest, professional communication or simply want to connect more meaningfully with those around you, learning isiXhosa can open the door to new conversations and experiences. Start planning now for a great learning experience next year.

🌐 More information: https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/product/isixhosa-123/

📩 For 2027 course date and other enquiries, contact Helga Sykstus at [email protected].

16/10/2026

Kom ons praat saam Afrikaans!

The SU Language Centre offers an Afrikaans 123 course designed to help you develop practical language skills in a supportive and engaging learning environment. You’ll build your vocabulary, strengthen your everyday communication skills and gain a better understanding of how Afrikaans is used in real-life settings.

Whether you’re learning Afrikaans for personal interest, professional communication or simply want to add another language to your skill set, the courses provide a practical starting point for putting your new knowledge into use.
With interactive lessons and guidance throughout your learning journey, you can build your confidence one conversation at a time.

Get ready to start learning Afrikaans in 2027!

🌐 More information: https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/product/afrikaans-123/

📩 For 2027 course date and other enquiries, contact Helga Sykstus at [email protected].

14/10/2026

💼 Take your business communication to the next level!

At the Stellenbosch University Language Centre, our Comms Lab offers a variety of short courses designed for professionals in business, administrative and corporate environments. Whether you want to sharpen your writing, enhance your presentations or improve workplace interactions, there’s a course for you.

Here’s a taste of the short courses we offer:

✨ COMMUNICATION PAR EXCELLENCE - Elevate your business writing and make every word count.

🎤 CRAFTING CONFIDENT PRESENTATIONS - Tackle presentations with ease, clarity and confidence.

🗣️ COMMUNICATE AS A PROFESSIONAL - Learn the four-sides model of communication with Prof Carel Jansen and enhance your interpersonal skills.

🔄 CONVERSATIONS TO ENCOURAGE BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE IN THE WORKPLACE - Gain techniques to motivate and guide change effectively.

📊 CUTTING-EDGE BUSINESS REPORT WRITING - Learn to select key information and craft engaging, high-quality reports.

💻 EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE DIGITAL WORLD - Get an introduction to the sales funnel and digital marketing channels.

✉️ EFFECTIVE OFFICE COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION - Brush up on emails, minutes, telephone management and workplace problem-solving.

📰 PR LIKE A PRO: WRITING FOR THE MEDIA - Learn how to write effectively for the media and strengthen your PR skills.

📌 Looking for something tailored? We also offer customised courses for corporate clients.

📘 More info: languagecentre.sun.ac.za/commslab/

📩 Contact Michelle Pieters: [email protected] | 021 808 2812

13/10/2026

📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵: 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙖𝙮𝙨. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙩.

Have you ever read several pages of a textbook or an academic article, only to realise that you can’t quite remember, retain or recall what you’ve just read?

One way to make reading more active is to read with questions. Questions operate like road signs and help you to navigate your way through a text. There are less chances for you to get lost, and more opportunity to stay on track.
Before, and while you read, ask yourself:

• What is the author trying to tell me?
• Why is this important?
• What evidence supports this idea?
• Do I agree? Why or why not?
• How does this connect to what I already know?

You don't need to have all the answers. In fact, good questions can be more valuable than immediate answers. They give your reading a purpose and help you notice what matters.

So, next time you open an academic article, don't just pick up your highlighter. Pick up a few questions too.

Get more reading tips here: https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/reading-lab-monthly-reading-tips/

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📖 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗻𝗸 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗮𝗻𝗱: 𝗠𝗼𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗺 𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝙬𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙞𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙚𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙚̂ 𝗻𝗶𝗲. 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗺 𝗮𝗴𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲 𝗸𝗼𝗺 𝙬𝙖𝙩 𝙟𝙮 𝙙𝙖𝙖𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙣 𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙠.

Het jy al ooit ŉ hele paar bladsye van ŉ handboek of akademiese artikel gelees en dan skielik besef dat jy eintlik geen benul het van wat jy nou net gelees het nie, om nie eers te praat van onthou of memoriseer nie?

Een manier waarop jy aktief kan lees, is deur vrae te vra terwyl jy lees. Vrae werk soos padtekens en help jou om jou pad deur ŉ teks te navigeer. As jy dié tegniek gebruik, is die kanse groter dat jy jou bestemming sal bereik sonder om langs die pad te verdwaal.
Vra jouself hierdie vrae af voor en terwyl jy lees:

• Wat probeer die outeur aan my oordra?
• Hoekom is dit belangrik?
• Watter bewyse steun hierdie gedagte?
• Stem ek saam? Hoekom, of hoekom nie?
• Hoe sluit dit aan by wat ek reeds weet?

Jy hoef nie al die antwoorde te hê nie. Om die waarheid te sê, kan goeie vrae van meer hulp as onmiddellike antwoorde wees. Hulle gee jou ŉ leesdoelwit, hou jou gefokus en help jou om dit wat belangrik is, raak te sien.
Wanneer jy dus volgende keer ŉ akademiese artikel oopmaak, moet jy nie jou glimpen dadelik optel nie. Kry eers jou vrae reg.

Kry nog meer leeswenke hier: https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/?p=37344&lang=afr

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44 Banghoek Road
Stellenbosch
7600

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30

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+27218082167

Website

https://languagecentre.sun.ac.za/

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