International Students

The Spectrium Graduate School of Business strives to be a leader in further and higher education and training that is nationally and internationally recognised for academic excellence and focussing on quality. We strive towards international competitiveness and local relevance through continuous innovation.

We endeavour to be a premier institution in South Africa, which acknowledges our prominent role in Africa: To be a symbol of aspiration and hope, reconciliation and pride, and commitment to discharging our social responsibilities.

We have links with more than 50 tertiary institutions worldwide and almost 150 international students study with us each year.

The International Students in Student Affairs takes pride in being a home away from home and providing services to international students, which assists them with studying at a foreign institution of learning.

Any student who is a non-South African citizen Africa is considered an international student.

The Route to Admission

Step 1 Identify a programme of study
Step 2 Check whether you meet the entry requirements for the selected programme of study

Minimum Entry requirements include:

You must be 18 years and above
English Language
South African Senior Certificate (SAFCERT) or
South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) or
GCE “O” and “A” Levels or
Professional Certificate or
Diploma or
Relevant International Qualification or
Professional Work experience

Step 3 If you meet the entry requirements lodge an application. The following documents must be attached to you application form:

Certified copy of your Identification Book/Passport
Certified copy of your certificates and transcripts
Copy of your CV
SAQA Evaluation Report
Letter of recommendation/reference letter

NB. Official certified translations must be provided for any document not in English.

Step 4 Submit your application form together with the application fees. Easy ways to apply include:

Online Submission
Mail @ The Registrar, Spectrium Graduate School Business, PO Box 563, Wits 2050, Johannesburg – South Africa)
In-person @ 8th Floor Braamfontein Centre, 23 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg 2001, South Africa
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Fax: +27113393657

Application Deadlines

First Semester: 31 January
Second Semester: 30 June

Step 5 Application Review Process
Upon receipt of your application you will receive the following documentations:

An acknowledgment of receipt of your application for admission
A letter of admission in case your application is successful or
A letter for additional supporting documentation

Step 6 Applicant acceptance of admission
Step 7 Pay your fees
Step 8 Obtain a study permit

Banking Details

For student accounts use the following details:
Account Name: Spectrium (PTY) LTD
Bank: ABSA
Account Number: 9193960754
Branch Code: 632005
Branch Name: Parktown
Reference number: Use your Student Number, Initials and Surname

Proof of Payment

All deposit slips and proof of payment must be faxed or e-mailed to the following address:
Attention: Fees Office
Fax Number: +27113393657 or E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it