STELLENBOSCH, South Africa - As South Africa grapples with a significant higher education capacity challenge, with 337,158 matriculants qualifying for university admission but only 202,000 places available in public institutions, Boston City Campus emerges as a vital part of the solution through its local and globally accredited premier distance learning programmes.
"The current placement crisis requires us to think differently about higher education access," says Dr Hendrik Botha, Head of Institution at Boston City Campus. "Private higher education institutions, particularly those offering quality distance learning, are uniquely positioned to bridge this critical gap without compromising educational standards and simultaneously advantaging students by not necessarily having to forgo the opportunity cost associated with contact programmes."
As South Africa’s first and only institution to receive the prestigious Accrediting Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), USA accreditation for its core business programmes, Boston City Campus demonstrates that private higher education can deliver internationally recognised qualifications through innovative and technology-enhanced distance learning. This, alongside institutional accreditation from the British Accreditation Council (BAC) and membership in the Association of African Universities (AAU), underscores the institution’s commitment to maintaining global standards while expanding access. This reflects the dedication of Boston City Campus to providing top-tier and value-for-money higher education, aligning with its mission of ‘providing quality and relevant education and training to all its students.’
"We’ve built our education model specifically to remove traditional capacity constraints and enable maximal accessibility while maintaining the highest quality standards," explains Dr Botha. "Our network of 47 support centres nationwide, combined with our sophisticated digital learning platforms and inclusion of all textbooks at no additional cost makes for a seamless experience, and allows us to accommodate significant student numbers without compromising educational quality or support."
Every programme offered by Boston City Campus is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), ensuring alignment with national quality standards. The institution’s business professional qualifications meet additional rigorous professional body requirements, including its SAICA-endorsed Bachelor of Accounting for the CA(SA) track and the Financial Planning Institute (FPI) endorsed Higher Certificate.
While public universities face physical infrastructure limitations, Boston’s open-distance e-learning model provides a scalable solution that can help address some of South Africa’s higher education challenges immediately. The institution’s established infrastructure and support systems are ready to accommodate additional students, offering them internationally recognised qualifications and comprehensive academic support.
"The higher education landscape is evolving, and the current crisis presents an opportunity to embrace new models of provision," adds Dr Botha. "Private higher education institutions like Boston City Campus are not just alternatives—we’re an essential part of South Africa’s educational future, offering quality, accessibility, and international recognition."
Join Us!
Applications are now open for prospective students looking to start their studies at Boston City Campus. Prospective students can:
- Visit any of Boston’s 47 nationwide support centres or online
- Contact the National Call Centre at 011-551-2000
Boston’s flexible, open, distance e-learning model enables students to balance their studies with work and personal commitments while pursuing internationally recognised qualifications.