Boitekanelo College Admission Guide

Boitekanelo College Admission Guide

The vision which informed the formation of Boitekanelo College is what has steered it towards its current status as a progressive institution, impacting lives through the graduates who have been developed in their respective fields of study at the institution, year after year since 2007.

The college opened its doors for the first batch of students in May 2007 at the time operating as Boitekanelo Training Institute (BTI), which later changed to Boitekanelo College in 2011 offering Certificate, Diploma and Degree programmes accredited and approved by BQA and HRDC respectively. 

Boitekanelo College Application Criteria

Certificate – a minimum of 25 points is required with at least passes in English, Maths and Sciences

Diploma – a minimum of 34 points is required with at least passes in English, Maths and Sciences

Degree – a minimum of 36 points is required with a minimum of at least credits in English, Maths and Sciences

Degree Courses

Bsc in Nutrition and Dietetics

BSc in Emergency Medical Care

BSc in Occupational Health & Safety

BSc in Health Promotion & Education

BA in HealthCare Service Management

BA in Counselling Courses

Diploma Courses

Higher National Diploma in Pharmacy Technology

National Diploma in Clinical Technology

Diploma in Healthcare Management

Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

Diploma in Emergency Care Technology

Diploma in Counselling

Diploma in Health Education & Promotion Courses

Certificate Courses

Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety

Certificate in Healthcare Administration

Certificate in Health Education Assistance

Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

Certificate in Healthcare Assistance

Certificate in Counselling

Certificate in Dental Surgery Assisting

Certificate in Plaster Technology Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


1. What programmes does BC offer?

BC offers health-related programmes at Certificate, Diploma, and Degree levels; short courses, block release and post-graduate.

  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Emergency Medical Care
  • Healthcare Management
  • Health Promotion and Education
  • Counseling
  • Pharmacy Technology
  • Clinical Technology
  • Healthcare Assistance
  • Dental Surgery Assistance

2. What are the programmes admission requirements for undergraduate students?

  • Certificate – a minimum of 25 points is required with at least passes in English, Maths and Sciences
  • Diploma – a minimum of 34 points is required with at least passes in English, Maths and Sciences
  • Degree – a minimum of 36 points is required with a minimum of at least credits in English, Maths and Sciences

3. What modes of learning are offered at BC?

  • Full time
  • Part time
  • Block release

4. How do I apply into the College?

  • Visit the Admissions department at the College
  • Download the application form, fill it, scan then email it to enquiries@boitekanelo.ac.bw
  • Certified copies of ID, passport (for non-citizens) and BGCSE certificate are needed.

5. What is the application fee for your programmes?

  • Certificate – P200
  • Diploma – P250
  • Degree – P300

6. When does the college admit undergraduates?

  • July intake
  • January intake

7. Where is BC located?

It is located in Tlokweng, Masetlheng ward, catch Tlokweng route 2 combis to the college.

8. Does BC provide accommodation?

It does not.

9. Do you have an orientation program for undergraduates?

Yes, at the beginning of their new semester.

10. What is the length of study for the programmes in BC?

  • Short courses – 1 day and 5 days
  • Certificate – 12 months
  • Diploma – 2 years
  • Degree – 4 years
  • Block release – 2 and a half years
  • Post graduate – 2 years

11. How can I find out if the college is accredited?

Check the BQA offices or website and HRDC.

12. How can I find out if the programmes are accredited?

Check the BQA offices or website.

13. What can I do after I have graduated?

14. Does the College have sports facilities?

It does not, it rather share with other neighbouring institutions.

15. Where can I find help for international students?

Visit the college website under the international students’ link.

16. What if my grades do not meet your admission requirements, or I haven’t studied the subjects you ask for?

Unfortunately, you will not be admitted, rather upgrade your grades to meet the required points.

17. Is an online application available?

Yes, to access it click here

18. How can I access the programmes tuition fees?

19. Which Short courses are available this month?

  • Basic first aid
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Food Safety and Hygiene
  • Peer Education
  • Hazardous Material Management

Contact Us

Address: Plot 5824 Masetlheng Rd,

Gaborone, Botswana
Phone: +267 391 1009