Botswana College of Engineering and Technology Admissions Guide

Botswana College of Engineering and Technology Admissions Guide

The Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research Science and Technology exists to provide and build knowledge and innovation through the development and implementation of Policy on Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology to transform Botswana into a knowledge-based society through effective stakeholder collaboration.

Courses Offered by the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

Advanced Diploma Courses

  • Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering(Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
  • Advance Diploma in Telecommunication Systems(Telecommunication Systems)
  • Advanced Diploma In Motor Vehicle Body Repair And Refinishing()
  • Advanced Diploma in Construction()

Degree Courses

  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology(Information Technology)
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science(Computer Science)
  • Bachelor of Laws(Laws)
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture(Agriculture)
  • Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering(Software Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences(Social Sciences)
  • Bachelor of Telecommunication Engineering(Telecommunication Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology(Food Science and Technology)
  • Bachelor of Science in Statistics(Statistics)
  • Bachelor of Records and Archives Management(Records and Archives Management)
  • Bachelor of Architecture(Architecture)
  • Bachelor Science in Quantity Surveying(Quantity Surveying)
  • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science(Medical Laboratory Science)
  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering(Industrial Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Education(Education)
  • Bachelor of Science in Physics(Physics)
  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education(Early Childhood Education)
  • Bachelor of Science in Project Management(Project Management)
  • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management(Hospitality Management)
  • Bachelor of Criminal Justice(Criminal Justice)
  • Bachelor of Science in Geology(Geology)
  • Bachelor of Science in Animal Science(Animal Science)
  • Bachelor of Geomatics(Geomatics)
  • Bachelor of Agricultural Economics(Agricultural Economics)
  • Bachelor of Civil and Environmental Engineering(Civil and Environmental Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Applied Geophysics(Applied Geophysics)
  • Bachelor of Pure and Applied Chemistry(Pure and Applied Chemistry)
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts(Fine Arts)
  • Bachelor Of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Development(Early Childhood Development)
  • Bachelor of Education in Special Education(Special Education)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies(Chinese Studies)
  • Bachelor of Jewellery Management and Design(Jewellery Management and Design)
  • Bachelor of Family and and Consumer Studies(Family and and Consumer Studies)
  • Bachelor of General Science(General Science)
  • Bachelor of Geological Engineering(Geological Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Mineral Engineering(Mineral Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Event Management(Event Management)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Motion Picture Medium(Motion Picture Medium)
  • Bachelor of Education in Science(Science)
  • Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering(Civil Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering(Mechanical Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Counselling(Counselling)
  • Bachelor of Education in Music(Music)
  • Bachelor of Education in Physical Education(Physical Education)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Theology(Theology)
  • Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering(Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
  • Bachelor of Science in Real Estate(Real Estate)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design(Art and Design)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television(Film and Television)
  • Bachelor of Pastoral Studies(Pastoral Studies)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies()
  • Bachelor of Computer Science in Software Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Commerce in Economics()
  • Bachelor of Humanities()
  • Bachelor of Science Business Computing and Information Systems ()
  • Bachelor of Arts in Law and Public Administration()
  • Bachelor of Community Development()
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Travel and Tourism Management()
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Networking and Software Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Commerce in Travel and Tourism ()
  • Bachelor of Education in Guidance and Counselling()
  • Bachelor of Computer Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer System Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management()
  • Bachelor of Public Administration()
  • Bachelor of Education in Business Studies()
  • Bachelor of Education in Primary Education()
  • Bachelor of Arts in Broadcasting and Journalism()
  • Bachelor of Arts in Creative Multimedia()
  • Bachelor of Design in Professional Design()
  • Associate Degree in Architectural Technology()
  • Associate Degree in Interior Design()
  • Associate Degree in Graphic Design()
  • Associate Degree in Sound Technology()
  • Associate Degree in Textile Design()
  • Bachelor of Science in Soil and Water Conservation()
  • Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education()
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science(Life Sciences stream)()
  • Bachelors of Education in Design and Technology()
  • Associate Degree in Furniture Design()
  • Bachelor of Computer and Telecommunications Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Mechanical and Energy Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Construction Engineering()
  • Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Science()
  • Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Finance()
  • Bachelor of Science in Mobile Computing()
  • Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Systems()
  • Bachelor of Science in Mobile Technology()
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Data Management()
  • Bachelor of Arts in Information and Knowledge Management()
  • Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Management()

Diploma Courses offered by the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

  • Diploma in Hospitality Management(Hospitality Management)
  • Diploma in Secondary Education(Secondary Education)
  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering(Mechanical Engineering)
  • Diploma in Culinary Arts(Culinary Arts)
  • Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering(Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
  • Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering(Motor Vehicle Engineering)
  • Diploma in Statistics(Statistics)
  • Diploma in Adult Education(Adult Education)
  • Diploma in Social Work(Social Work)
  • Diploma in Highway Engineering(Highway Engineering)
  • Diploma in Population Studies(Population Studies)
  • Diploma in Fleet Management(Fleet Management)
  • Diploma in Travel and Tourism(Travel and Tourism)
  • Diploma in Electronics(Electronics)
  • Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning(Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
  • Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering(Building and Civil Engineering)
  • Diploma in Primary Education(Primary Education)
  • Diploma in Water and Environmental Engineering()
  • Diploma in Court Administration()
  • Diploma in Accommodation, Operations and Services()
  • Diploma in Transport Planning and Management()
  • Diploma in Logistics and Transport Management()
  • Diploma in Fashion Design ()
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Development()
  • Diploma In Electrical and Mechanical Engineering()
  • Diploma in Geomatics()

Higher Diploma Courses by the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

  • Higher Diploma in Agriculture(Agriculture)
  • Higher Diploma in Animal Health and Production(Animal Health and Production)
  • Higher Diploma in Forestry and Range Ecology( Forestry and Range Ecology)

Admission Requirements of the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

a) The general Entry requirements to BCET is BGCSE or equivalent qualification with 6 subjects.

b) Applicants should hold BGCSE or equivalent qualification with a minimum of C in Maths and either Physics or Physical Science or Science Double Award; Pass of at least E in English should be among the qualifying subjects.

c) BGCSE points must be 30 or BGCSE with 26 points + NCC.

d) Applicants possessing a relevant Engineering certificate may also apply.

e) Applicants shall be considered only for the study programme they have applied for.

f) Preference would be given to those who completed BGCSE with the last 2 years.

g) Applicants will be required to fulfill the departmental reqiurements for admission.

Interested candidates should complete the official application form. Please send the application form, copies of certified certificates, references or any other relevant documents in a SEALED envelope marked with the NAME OF THE DEPARTMENT clearly marked to:

The Principal
Botswana College of Engineering and Technology
Private Bag 00710
Gaborone

Application forms are available at the college reception (BCET East Campus).

How to Apply to the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

Admission Guide:

1. Photocopied application forms are accepted.

2. Indicate the name of the programme for which you have applied on the envelope.

3. Applicants from disadvantaged groups and those with special needs are encouraged to apply.

4. Failure to disclose accurate information will resit in the candidate being disqualified and their admissions revoked.

5. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should complete the application form and attach the following;

1. Certified copies of educational certificates where possible and Certified Copy of Omang.

2. At least one reference/profile and statement with records of all achievements from previous school/rehabilitation or special unit attended.

3. A Valid Assessment Report either from a Government or Private Registered Psychologist for candidates with Mild Intellectual Disability.

NOTE: Interested candidates should complete the application form and completed application forms should be sent via post OR email to BCETADMISSIONS@gov.bw OR hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to the Academic Registrar – Bostwana College of Engineering & Technology.

Certified copies of educational certificates and Omang or Passport (for non-citizens) must accompany the application.

Contact the Botswana College of Engineering and Technology

  • Address: Plot 4744 /4689 Samora Machel Drive
  •  Location: Gaborone, Botswana
  •  Telephone Number: +267 395 3961