STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
Stellenbosch University and UWC Accredited
PRIVATE RESIDENCE
Congratulations on achieving your place at Varsity and a start to your successful future. Now choose your accommodation. Be sure it works for you – socially and for studies!
Welcome to The Digs! Popular, private, pristine. Managed student accommodation adjacent to Tygerberg Medical & Health Science campus, and near the UWC main campus.
MODERN. FUN. FRIENDLY.
CLOSE. CONVENIENT. COMFORTABLE.
STYLISH. SAFE. SECURE.
The Digs offers upmarket accommodation with lots of options. Our room designs and digs building configurations are purpose-built for independent students to make “adulting” as easy as possible. From beginning to end of your learning journey.
So, whether you are an undergrad wanting a no-hassles, managed place to move in and get on with your studies. Or a post-grad or mature student who prefers something more independent.
The Digs 1 – Perfect for Undergrad
This building has 6 room types to choose from with shared, single and studio apartments.
Social. Each floor has a communal kitchen, chill area and bathrooms.
Studies. From your own room or a designated quiet study room.
Support facilities. Everything you will ever need and should never notice.
The Digs 2 – A little more independent
This building has 9 newly renovated co-living pods each with 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, and lounge area. This is the perfect space to create your own digs!
Social. Each floor has a communal kitchen, chill area and bathrooms.
Studies. From your own room or a designated quiet study room.
Support facilities. Everything you will ever need and should never notice.
The Digs 3 – Commune style
A brand-new building consisting of 12 co-living pods. Each pod is complete with 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and lounge area. This is the perfect space to create your own digs style commune living!
Social. Each floor has a communal kitchen, chill area and bathrooms.
Studies. From your own room or a designated quiet study room.
Support facilities. Everything you will ever need and should never notice.
OUR Facilities
The Digs is all about offering students awesome facilities in fantastic locations. Enjoy cool student accommodation and fresh design with entertainment and lifestyle opportunities right on your doorstep.
CENTRAL LOCATION
Central Location Located just 300m from the Tygerberg hospital, and 7km away from the UWC main campus
CONNECTED
Free, uncapped and fast 1 000MB fibre
Academic Environment
The Digs offers private student accommodation where students are surrounded by like-minded, hard-working individuals. The Digs is suitable for both under-grad and post-grad Tygerberg and UWC students
SAFE LOCATION
24-hour physical guarding, electric fencing, CCTV cameras throughout and live-in House Manager
Tuck-shop
One-stop shop for coffee, snacks, meals and essential goods
GYM
24 hour access to our fully equipped gym
LAUNDRY SERVICES
On-site laundry services included in the rental for your convenience
SHUTTLE BUS
Dedicated shuttle bus to and from Tygerberg Campus and UWC Main campus (small extra monthly cost to UWC main campus)
SOLAR POWER
Back-up power for load shedding
PLENTY OF PARKING
On-site parking bays available (additional fee)
Co-living Spaces
Various study rooms, kitchens on each level, modern bathrooms, dining and relaxation areas as well as an outdoor braai and entertainment area
EVENTS
Affiliated with the Private Student Organisation (PSO), you can engage in regular university events as well The Digs events such as quiz nights, movie nights, experience trips and more
Academic
Environment
The Digs offers private student accommodation where students are surrounded by like-minded, hard-working individuals. The Digs is suitable for both under-grad and post-grad Tygerberg and UWC students.
Testimonials
SITUATED DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO TYGERBERG MEDICAL CAMPUS & TYGERBERG HOSPITAL
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE UWC CAMPUS