By | April 10, 2022

University of Botswana 2022/2023 Admissions – Graduate Application

Applications for all master’s degree programmes for the August 2022 intake can be made online from 14th February to 30th April 2022.

Applications for MPhil and PhD programmes are continuous. Prospective MPhil/PhD applicants can make their application below using the provided guide.

Why Study at the University of Botswana?

The University of Botswana is a world-class institution that has established and developed a range of learning, social, cultural and recreational opportunities that will facilitate the full realisation of your potential for academic and personal growth. Our student-centred, intellectually stimulating and technologically advanced teaching, learning and research environment will ensure positive academic and social experiences throughout your study.

Programmes for the 2022/2023 Applications

2022/2023 Business Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Executive Master In Entrepreneurship
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
MPhil/PhD in Business

2022/2023 Education Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Master of Education (Early Childhood Education)
Master of Education (Primary Education and Language Education)
Master of Education Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
Master of Education Degree in Educational Management
Master of Education Degree in Educational Technology
Master of Education Degree in Environmental Education
Master of Education Degree in Gender Education
Master of Education Degree in Mathematics Education and Science Education
Master of Education Degree in Physical Education
Master of Education Degree in Religious Education and Social Studies Education
Master of Education Degree in Research and Evaluation
Master of Education in Counselling and Human Services
Masters in Lifelong Learning and Community Development
MPhil/PhD in Education
Engineering and Technology
Master in Project Management (MPM)
Master of Science Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
MPhil/PhD Degree

2022/2023 Health Sciences Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Master of Nursing Science (MNSc)
Mphil/PhD Degrees in Medical Sciences

2022/2023 Humanities Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

MA French Studies
Master in Archives And Records Management (MARM)
Master in Library and Information Studies
Master of Arts Degree in Theology and Religious Studies
Master of Arts in Media & Communication (MMC)
Master of Arts Programme in African Languages and Literature
Master of Arts Programme in English
Master of Arts Programme in History
MPhil/PhD Degrees in English
MPhil/PhD Degrees in History
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Library and Information Studies
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Theology & Religious
MPhil/PhD Programme in African Languages and Literature

2022/2023 Medicine Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Master in Medicine (MMed)
MPhil/PhD in Biomedical Sciences programmes
Okavango Research Institute
MPhil/PhD in Natural Resources Management

2022/2023 Science Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Master of Science Degree in Applied Microbiology
Master of Science Degree in Chemistry
Master of Science Degree in Environmental Science
Master of Science Degree in Mathematics
Master of Science Degree in Physics
Master of Science Degree Programme in Hydrogeology
Master of Science Degree with specializations in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Biological Sciences
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Chemistry
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Environmental Science
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Mathematics
MPhil/PhD Degrees in Physics
MPhil/PhD in Geology

2022/2023 Social Sciences Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

Master in Social Work (MSW)
Master of Arts Degree in Development Studies
Master of Arts Degree in Economics
Master of Arts Degree in Population Studies
Master of Arts Degree in Sociology
Master of Arts Degree in Statistics
Master of Arts in Politics and International Relations (MAPIR)
Master of Laws (LLM) Degree
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Research and Public Policy (MRPP)
Master’s in Development Practice (MDP)
MPhil/PhD in Economics
MPhil/PhD in Political Science
MPhil/PhD in Population Studies
MPhil/PhD in Public Administration
MPhil/PhD in Social Work
MPhil/PhD in Sociology
MPhil/PhD in Statistics
PhD Degree in Public Administration

How to apply for admission

Before Applying

Make sure the following documents are readily available

  • Copy of Application fee receipt 
    (Prospective applicants are encouraged to pay their Application Fee online (https://www.ub.bw/ubpayments) or at the Banks
  • Certified copy of Degree Certificate (s)
  • Certified Copy of Transcript
  • Two copies of completed Professional/Academic References
  • Certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang for citizens) and Passport for international applicants
  • Personal Statement of Intent for Masters and Proposal/Research Plan for MPhil/PhD
  • A copy of the current practicing certificate by Nursing and Midwifery Council of Botswana or the country of origin.
  • Copy of proof of change of surname (where applicable) 
  • N.B. All former UB students who have changed their surnames should use surnames they used while they were students at UB so that the system will easily map their student ID to their surname and to their previous record. The new surname could be captured through SGS offices once the applicant has been admitted.

     An e-mail address is required for one to apply online

Completing your Application

Each applicant can submit two applications. Each application should have its own separate application fee, else one of them will be rejected.

Tracking your Application

  • Once you have applied and have received the acknowledgment letter, you may use the login details on such a letter to track the process of your application.

Making Changes

  • Applicants may make changes to their application any time before the closing date for applications, but that can only be through School of Graduate Studies Admissions Office.

General Information

Applications will be processed to determine eligibility, the outcome of which will be communicated to the applicants accordingly.

Applicants should ensure that they provide the correct personal e-mail addresses and cell-phone numbers as the outcome of their applications will be communicated through such media.

For any inquiries, contact the School of Graduate Studies Admissions office at;

Telephone numbers:

(00267) – 3552960/2861/4712/4690/2862; or

Email: sogras@ub.ac.bw