Founded in 1992, Université de Buéa (University of Buea) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Buéa (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Southwest Region. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur (Ministry of Higher Education), Université de Buéa (UB) is a coeducational Cameroonian higher education institution. Université de Buéa (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Cameroonian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name (English) | University of Buea |
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| Name | Université de Buéa |
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| Acronym | UB |
| Founded | 1992 Origins date back to 1985 |
| Motto | Knowledge with Wisdom |
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| Address | Molyko to Buea town Road,Boîte Postale 63 Buéa Southwest Region Cameroon |
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University of Buea is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Buea 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 Buea's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Buea 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 Buea.
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University of Buea is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
University of Buea has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
University of Buea 's acceptance rate is not reported.
This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
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University of Buea's total enrolment number is not reported.
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University of Buea is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.
University of Buea 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 Buea's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
University of Buea 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.
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