Universities in Botswana

University of Botswana

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Overview

University of Botswana is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Gaborone, Botswana. This institution also has a branch campus in Francistown and Maun. Founded in 1964, University of Botswana (UB) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology of Botswana. UB provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Botswana's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Botswana's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Botswana' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Botswana's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UB
Founded 1964
Motto Thuto Ke Thebe
Education is a shield
Colours Brown and blue
Mascot Bull (Steer)

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Location

Address Private Mailbox 0022
Gaborone
Gaborone
Botswana
University of Botswana's location map and satellite view Location Map
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University of Botswana Phone Number (31) 352 252
University of Botswana Fax Number (31) 584 747
Other locations Francistown and Maun

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Botswana is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology of Botswana

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Botswana as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Botswana Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Botswana is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Botswana's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Botswana: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Botswana Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Botswana Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Botswana categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Botswana.



University of Botswana: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Botswana Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Botswana website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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University of Botswana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Botswana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Botswana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Botswana 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Botswana 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Botswana's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Botswana has more than 500 international students.


University of Botswana's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

University of Botswana Size and Profile


University of Botswana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Botswana has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Botswana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Botswana's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


University of Botswana's Control Type Control Type

University of Botswana is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Botswana's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Botswana is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Botswana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Botswana's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Botswana's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Botswana adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Botswana's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Botswana is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Botswana Facilities


University of Botswana's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Botswana's Library


University of Botswana's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Botswana's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Botswana's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Botswana Services


University of Botswana's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Botswana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Botswana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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University of Botswana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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University of Botswana's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

University of Botswana Organisational Structure

The academic structure of University of Botswana consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

University of Botswana
  • Faculty of Business
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Botswana Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Botswana's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Botswana public or private?

University of Botswana is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Botswana profit or non-profit?

University of Botswana is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Botswana in terms of enrollment?

University of Botswana has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Botswana in terms of academic staff?

University of Botswana's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.

Is University of Botswana a coeducational institution?

University of Botswana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Botswana use?

University of Botswana adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is University of Botswana affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Botswana admit international students?

Yes. University of Botswana has more than 500 international students.

What is University of Botswana's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Botswana 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend University of Botswana UB?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Botswana UB located?

University of Botswana is located in Gaborone, Gaborone, Botswana. Address: Private Mailbox 0022.

Is University of Botswana UB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Botswana is accredited by Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology of Botswana (since ).

Does University of Botswana offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Botswana provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Botswana offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Botswana have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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