Study Law in South Africa
14 programmes in law at 2 universities in South Africa are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 1,527 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 1,527 USD and 1,527 USD.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Law programmes
14 programmes
Law in South Africa by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 4 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 9 | 1,527 USD | 1,527 USD | 1,527 USD |
| PhD | 1 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Universities for law in South Africa
Study Law in South Africa: common questions
- How many law programmes are there in South Africa?
- 14 law programmes at 2 universities in South Africa are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- How much does a law degree in South Africa cost?
- The median yearly tuition for master's programmes in law in South Africa is 1,527 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 1,527 USD and 1,527 USD per year.
- Can I study law in South Africa in English?
- Yes — 100% of the law programmes in South Africa in our catalogue are taught in English (14 of 14).
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