Botswana Open University (BOU) July 2022 Intake
The Botswana Open University (BOU) invites applications for the following programmes for the Academic Year 2022/23, starting in July 2022. Note that all the Programmes are offered online.
Therefore, all admitted students need to have a device that can access the internet (internet connectivity) to be able to interact with study materials, tutors, and other students.
Botswana Open University 2022/2023 Courses and Requirements
| Programme | Duration | Entry Requirements |
| 1. Certificate in Distance Education (formerly CDEP) – Offered at Gaborone Regional Campus. | Minimum 1 year and3 years maximum | Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or its equivalent, with at least a pass in four subjects, one of which should be EnglishThe applicant shall be a practitioner in a distance education organisationComputer literacy and internet knowledge and connectivity is a requirement as the course is offered only online |
| 2. Certificate in Disaster Management (CDM) –Offered at Gaborone and Francistown Regional Campuses. | Minimum 1 year and3 years maximum | At least a pass in six subjects at the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or its equivalent,OR Junior Certificate (JC), supported with relevant working experience. The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 3. Certificate in Community Based Work with Children and Youth (CBWCY) – Offered atall Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 1 Year | Minimum Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) plus relevant work experience working with children and youth in a given organisation. The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 4. Certificate in Small Scale Business Management (SSBM)-Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 1 Semester | The course targets people already in business and those who aspire to set up their own businesses.The minimum entry requirement is the Botswana Junior Certificate or its equivalent. At least two years relevant experience in business will be an added advantage. The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 5. Certificate in Vocational Education and Training (CVET) –offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang) | 1 Semester | The course targets candidates who have interest to be accredited as Trainers. These are people who have no skills and competencies in training but are planning to have them. The course has eight units to be covered and upon completion of the training the candidate can apply for Assessment. Upon successfully meeting all the assessment criteria the candidate will be awarded a Certificate in Vocational Education and Training. The full details about the course can be accessed from the University website at www.bou.ac.bw. |
| 6. Certificate in English for Professional Purposes – Offeredat Gaborone Regional Campuse, | 2 Semesters | Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE), or its equivalent, plus some professional training,OR the Junior Certificate (JC), supported with working experience of at least two years, and professional rank, where applicable. |
| 7. Diploma in Human Resources Management– Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 2 years | At least a pass in four subjects at Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or equivalent plus credits (Grade C or better) in Mathematics and English Language, ORAt least a pass in four subjects at BGCSE or equivalent plus a certificate in Human Resources Management, or any other related course/programme completed from a recognised institutionOR JC plus (5) five years relevant experience and a certificate in Human Resources Management, or any other related course/programme completed from a recognised institution.The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 8. Diploma in Business Management – Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 2 years | At least a pass in four subjects at Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or equivalent plus credits (Grade C or better) in Mathematics and English Language, ORAt least a pass in four subjects at BGCSE or equivalent plus a certificate in Business Management, or any other related business course/programme completed from a recognised institution ORJC plus (5) five years relevant experience and a certificate in Business Management or any other related course/programme completed from a recognised institution.The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
| 9. Diploma in Integrated Early Childhood Development – Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 2 years minimum and 4 years maximum. | JC and a Certificate in Early Childhood and 2 years relevant work experience,OR A pass in at least four (4) subjects at BGCSE or its equivalent and relevant work experience Current employment in an Early Childhood setting is a requirement. The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
| 10. BEd – Integrated Early Childhood Development – Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 2 years minimum and 4 years maximum. | A Diploma in Integrated Early Childhood Development (DIECD) or Early Childhood Education OR Any related diploma qualification awarded by other universities or institutions, acceptable to BOU.Computer literacy and internet usage as the programme is offered online Proficiency in English languageThe applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
| 11. B.Ed.- Primary -Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 2 years minimum and 4 years minimum. | A Diploma in Primary Education (DPE) A minimum of two years of relevant post-qualification experience Computer literacy and internet usage as the programme is offered online Proficiency in English language The applicant should be computer literate, and have access to a computer and Internet connectivity. | ||
| 12. Bed – Special and Inclusive Education Offered at all Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Kang, Palapye and Maun Regional Campuses. | 2 years minimum and 4 years. maximum | Diploma in Education (Primary, Secondary, Special Education and Integrated Early Childhood) A minimum of two years of relevant post-qualification experience Computer literacy and internet usage as the programme is offered online Proficiency in English language The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
| 13. Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resources and Industrial Relations) – Offered atall Regional Campuses; Gaborone, Francistown, Palapye, Maun and Kang. | 3 and half years. | (i) At least a pass in five subjects at Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) or equivalent with a Grade C or better in both English and Mathematics. OR At least a pass in five subjects at BGCSE and a certificate, preferably in Human Resources Management or any other business course/programme completed from a recognised institution.The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
| 14. Bachelor of Business and Entrepreneurship (BBE) – Offered at Gaborone, Francistown, Maun and Palapye Regional Campuses. | 3 and half years. | (i) At least a pass in five subjects at BGCSE or equivalent with a Grade C or better in both English and Mathematics. OR At least a pass in five subjects at BGCSE and a certificate, preferably in Business Studies or any other related course/programme completed from a recognised institution.The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. | ||
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| 15.Bachelor of Business Administration (Leadership and Change Management (BBA LCM) – offered at Gaborone, Francistown, Maun and Palapye Regional Campuses. | 3 and half years. | At least a pass in five subjects at BGCSE or equivalent with a Grade C or better in both English and Mathematics. OR At least a pass in five subjects at BGCSE and a certificate, preferably in Business Studies or any other related course/programme completed from a recognised institution.The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 16. Master of Education- Educational Leadership– Offered at Gaborone and Maun Regional Campuses. | 2 years minimum and 5 years maximum | Bachelor’s degree, preferably education related. Working in the education and/or training field for two or more years. Proficient in English which is the language of instruction. The applicant shall be computer literate & have access to internet connectivity as the programme is offered online.Preference will be given to those in leadership positions |
| 17. Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration (CEMPA) – Offered at Gaborone Regional Campus. | 2 years minimum and 5 years maximum | Relevant and related undergraduate degree with good standingA minimum of two years of relevant post-qualification experienceA working knowledge of the English language at the post-graduate studies levelFunctioning in an executive position will be an added advantageWhere necessary, the University may require applicants to sit an admission test, and the applicant should score a satisfactory grade in the test. The application should be accompanied by;A comprehensive curriculum vitae,a short covering letter stating the programme that you want to be considered for and describe how acquiring the programme qualification will be of relevance to you or any other beneficiaries of your choice. The applicant shall be computer literate, have access to a computer and internet connectivity. |
| 18. Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration (CEMBA) – Offeredat Gaborone Regional Campus. | ||
| 19. Postgraduate Certificate in Quality Assurance in Education– Offered at Gaborone Regional Campus. | 1 year minimum and 2 years maximum | A first degree, preferably in education or equivalent A minimum of two years of relevant post-qualification experience in an educational environment.Computer literacy and access to internet connectivity as the programme is offered online Proficiency in English language |
Botswana Open University 2022/2023 Application Requirements and Procedures
- Applications should be done on-line through the University website at www.bou.ac.bw under Online Services.
- BEFORE completing applications, applicants should carefully read the Guidelines for Applications and Payment on the University website.
- Applicants may use the computer rooms at the University Regional Campuses OR Internet Cafes to process their applications.
- Certified copies of certificates, identification documents and either results slips or transcripts should accompany the application following the online Application Guidelines. Please make sure that you have scanned soft copies of these documents before you start the process of applying. Please note that online attachment of these documents is core as these are used to assess your eligibility for admission.
- Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of P67.00 online. Application fees paid after closing date or without authorization by the University shall be forfeited
Application Deadline: 17th June 2022
Only successful applicants will be responded to. Please note that there are set quotas and admission will be on a first come first served basis.
The following are contact numbers at your Regional Campus where you can further make enquiries on issues of your interest
– Francistown 241 8383
– Gaborone 364 6100 / 364 6150
– Kang 651 7248
– Maun 686 5621
– Palapye 492 4024
For online Services related issues, please send mail to helpdesk@staff.bou.ac.bw