Living on a student budget can sometimes feel like certain products or services are out of reach in terms of affordability. Well, you don't always have to burn a hole through your pocket to get what you want. Here are seven places that offer student discounts.
Computicket
With the holiday season well underway in just a few weeks, chances are you might want to engage in outside activities to stave off all that exams stress. This could mean going to a show or concert and if you are a student, then booking tickets on Computicket will be a breeze because they offer reduced prices for students.
However, some of the discount packages might not be available online due to requirements, such as having to produce your student card. Click here to visit Computicket's website and find out more about their student deals.
Intercape
If you are among those students who prefer to travel across the country by bus, either to visit your loved ones during the holiday period or to attend an important event. You may be pleased to know that Intercape offers a 5% discount on your ticket fee, provided that you produce your student card when purchasing your ticket. For more information on this discount Click here
TravelStart
Finding cheap student flights can be less of a hassle with TravelStart. The Cape Town-based travel agent allows students to access discounts on flights as well as local and international holiday packages for students looking to travel on a budget. To check out their latest offers, Click here
Game
For students who are more into shopping, Game stores offer student discounts, the percentage varies depending on the purchased product or time of the year. You will be required to provide a copy of your proof of registration from your institution at the time of making your purchase. To locate your nearest Game store Click here.
Varsityvibe
Varsityvibe is a web-based app designed exclusively for students on campuses around South Africa. The online platform arranges student deals with companies like Uber. As a student, you must register and pay a once-off R200 membership fee. That price may seem to be a bit high, but with their large repertoire, a smart student can easily recoup that R200 in monthly savings. For more information on how to take advantage of these deals Click here
Table Mountain
If you are a registered student, aged 18 or older, simply show your student card at the ticket office and you'll pay R150 for a return ticket. If you would prefer to hike up and take the Cableway down instead, then you can get a one-way ticket for just R80. The offer is not available online; you’ll need to present your student card in person at the Lower Cableway Station. It’s valid all year round for both local and international students. To find out more about this offer, Click here
iStore
Students, lecturers and teachers can also get discount prices on various Apple products. However, the education discount is limited to one iPad, one laptop or desktop computer per student, teacher or staff member per year. Applicable to standard units only.
To be eligible, students must be enrolled in a course for at least 12 months or one year during the current academic year. Students are required to produce a student card, ID and proof of registration. Lecturers, teachers & staff need to provide a letter of employment. For more information on these deals Click here
