Studying abroad from Africa
Study abroad, with people on the ground near you
Africa is JOE Studies' first focus. Our local partners meet students and families face to face, and our advisors understand what institutions and visa officers look for.
Local presence
Someone you can meet, not just an email address overseas
We work with local partners in the countries we serve, so you can sit down with someone, ask your questions and bring your family.
Uganda & East Africa
Local partners for students and families across the region.
Zimbabwe
Local partners for students and families in Zimbabwe.
Mauritius
Our home base in the Indian Ocean, and a study destination close to Africa.
What families ask us
The questions families in Africa ask first
Is the institution real?
We only recommend institutions and programmes we have checked.
Can we afford it?
We talk about the full cost honestly in your consultation, before you commit to anything.
Will the visa be refused?
Nobody can promise a visa. We prepare a complete, accurate application, so it is judged on its real merits.
Is there an option closer to home?
Yes. Mauritius offers international programmes close to Africa, and some Canadian programmes can begin in your own country.
Routes that work for students from Africa
University & college
Degrees, diplomas and postgraduate study at partner institutions. We help you match your grades and goals to a programme that will actually accept you.
Explore pathwaysVocational & skilled trades
Practical, hands-on training for real jobs: technical, trades and applied skills. It is often faster and more affordable than a degree.
Explore pathwaysAviation training
Train as a pilot with Canadian aviation partners and qualified instructors.
Explore pathwaysStart at home, finish abroad
Begin a Canadian programme in your own country, taught to Canadian standards. You then have the option to complete in Canada, subject to meeting admission and study-permit requirements at that stage. You save on living costs and move abroad when you are ready.
Explore pathways
How it works
1. Talk to us
Book a consultation. Tell us about your studies, your goals and your family situation.
2. Get an honest assessment
We review your academics, finances and documents, and tell you plainly where you stand.
3. Choose and apply
We shortlist suitable programmes with you and prepare a complete, accurate application.
4. Prepare your visa application
We help you prepare a complete, accurate application and make sure you understand what will be asked. For Canadian study permits, your application is prepared and filed by our immigration law partner, Havenstone Law. For other destinations, where the law requires a licensed representative, a qualified professional handles your file.
5. Get ready to go
A pre-departure briefing on travel, accommodation, money and what to expect in your first weeks. If you want extra help after you land, you can add optional arrival support.
Our promise to you
Before you trust anyone with your future, ask how they work.
This is how we work:
- No false guarantees. Nobody can promise you admission or a visa. Institutions and governments make those decisions, not agents. Anyone who guarantees them is not being honest with you.
- Only real, recognised institutions. We only recommend institutions and programmes we have checked.
- Clear terms before you commit. You will know exactly what we do for you, and what it costs, before you sign anything.
- Honest documents only. We never create, change or “improve” documents. False information can get you refused and banned from applying for years.
- Your information stays safe. Passports, bank statements and transcripts are stored securely. We only share them, with your consent, with the institutions and authorities you apply to.
For parents
You want to know your child is in safe hands
You want to know your child is in safe hands, and that your money is going somewhere real. We work with recognised institutions only. We explain every step in plain language, brief your child fully before departure, and are happy to speak with you directly. Optional support after arrival is available too. Bring your questions to the consultation. We welcome them.
Ready for an honest answer?
Book a consultation. We'll look at your situation and tell you what's realistic, and what to do next.