Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources Application Guide
Botswana College of Agriculture (BCA), a parastatal institution offering higher-learning in agricultural sciences, has become a fully-fledged university after the government’s approval.
The transformation was announced at a ceremony held at the institution on Tuesday, November 12 and will see the new institution re-named the University of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The new university will operate as an independent entity as it was initially an associate institute of the University of Botswana.
Our aim is to provide students with the tools and support needed for success in the agriculture industry.
Available BUAN Programmes
Bachelor of Science Degree Programmes
Duration: 4 years / 8 Semester E Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education
Bachelor of Science in Crop Science ( with streams in Agronomy and Horticulture)
Bachelor of Science in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Mechanization
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics
Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Extensions
Bachelor of Science in Range Science
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
Higher Diploma Programmes:
Duration: 3 years / 6 Semester
Higher Diploma in Agriculture
Higher Diploma in Animal Health and Production
Higher Diploma in Forestry and Range Ecology
BUAN Entry Requirements:
General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE OR IGCSE) Holders.
Applicants are required to:
• (i). Have taken at least five subjects including English Language E and Mathematics examinations or their equivalent and obtained;
Minimum grade E in English 17
Minimum grade C (credit) in Mathematics
• (ii). Have a minimum grade of C (credit) in at least two of Physics • Chemistry • Biology. Or Minimum grade BB, in Science Double Award
(iii). Have a minimum of grade D (Pass) in any other subjects. Minimum entry of English “E”
• The application fee is not charged
• Application must be supported by an official letter from the social and Community Development office
Get in touch with the management of the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources BUAN using the details below for further assistance;
Enquiries (+267) 3650330
Fax: (+267) 3928753
Admissions Office No. 003
Email: admissions@buan.ac.bw