University of Botswana (UB) Courses And Requirements

University of Botswana (UB) Courses And Requirements

The University of Botswana (UB) Courses Offered

Undergraduate Programmes

Below is the list of undergraduate programmes offered by the University of Botswana (UB) which includes bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, and certificates;

Business Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Accountancy
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Accounting (Revised)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Entrepreneurship And Enterprise Development)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Logistics And Supply Chain Management)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)
Bachelor of Business Administration (Tourism & Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing
Bachelor of Finance
Bachelor of Information Systems (Business Information Systems)
Diploma in Business and Accounting Studies (DABS)
Revised Bachelor of Business Administration In Tourism And Hospitality Management
Revised Bachelor of Information Systems (Business Information Systems)

Education Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Education (Educational Management)
Bachelor of Education (Lifelong Learning and Community Development)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Humanities
Bachelor of Education – Art and Design (BEAD) Programme
Bachelor of Education Degree in Science
Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Development and Education (BECDE)
Bachelor of Education in Counselling
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics)
Bachelor of Education in Special Education
Bachelor of Educational Leadership and Management Education (BLME)
Bachelor of Family and Consumer Sciences
Bachelor of Music Education (BME) Programme
Bachelor of Primary Education (BPE)
Bachelor of Sport Science (Exercise Science & Wellness)
Bachelor of Sport Science (Physical Education & Sport Coaching)
Bachelor of Sport Science (Recreation & Sport Management)
Bachelor of Sport Science (Sport & Exercise Psychology)
Diploma in Lifelong Learning and Community Development
Diploma in NGO Management
Post Graduate Diploma in Education
Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Design (Design and Technology Education)
Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design)
Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mineral Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering)
Bachelor of Geomatics
Bachelor of Land Management
Bachelor of Science Degree in Real Estate
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Design
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
Bachelor of Engineering (Construction Engineering and Management)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Bachelor of Science Degree in Urban and Regional Planning
Combined Bachelor of Engineering (B-Eng Major)
Combined Bachelor of Engineering (B-Eng Minor)
Combined Bachelor of Engineering Degree (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
Combined Degree (Minor in Mechanical Engineering)

Health Sciences Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Nursing Science
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm)
Bachelor of Science – Environmental Health (BSc-EH)
Bachelor of Science Cytotechnology and Histotechnology Sciences (BSc CHS)
Bachelor of Science Medical Laboratory Sciences (BSc MLS)

Humanities Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Arts Degree in English
Bachelor of Arts (Information and Knowledge Management) Combined Major and Major/Minor Degree (BA IKM)
Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies)
Bachelor of Arts Degree in African Languages and Literature
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Archaeology
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Chinese Studies
Bachelor of Arts Degree in French
Bachelor of Arts Degree in History
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies
Bachelor of Digital Media (BDM)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre Studies)
Bachelor of Information & Knowledge Management (Archives and Records Management) – BIKM (ARM)
Bachelor of Information & Knowledge Management (Knowledge Management) – BIKM (KM)
Bachelor of Information & Knowledge Management (Library and Information Studies) – BIKM (LIS)
Bachelor of Information Systems (Information Management) (BIS)
Bachelor of Media Studies (BMS)
Bachelor of Portuguese Language and Lusophone Studies
Bachelor of Public Relations and Integrated Communication (BPC)
Certificate in Archives and Records Management (CARM)
Certificate in Library and Information Studies(CLIS)
Diploma in Archives and Records Management (DARM)
Diploma in Library and Information Studies

Medicine Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Science Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
Bachelor of Information Systems (Computer Information Systems)
Bachelor of Science (Computing with Finance)
Bachelor of Science (Information Technology)
Bachelor of Science (Physics)
Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics
Bachelor of Science in Physics with Meteorology
Bachelor of Science in Radiation and Health Physics
Bachelor of Science Mathematics of Finance
Combined Bachelor of Science (Major/Major)
Combined Bachelor of Science (Major/Minor) [Mathematics Major]
Combined Bachelor of Science (Major/Minor) [Mathematics Minor]

Social Sciences Programmes offered by the University of Botswana

Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Bachelor of Arts (Public Administration)
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Studies (BA CJS)
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Bachelor of Arts in Population Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with Psychology as Combined Major
Bachelor of Psychology (B.Psych.)
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
Bachelor of Social Science Degree in Public Administration (Single Major)
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme in Political Science (Single Major)
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme Major in Political Science and Major in Another Subject.
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme Major in Public Administration + Major in Political
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme Major in Public Administration + Minor
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme Major Public Administration + Other MAJOR
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme: Major in Political Science and Minor in Other Subject
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme: Minor in Public Administration + Major in Other Subject
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Programme: Minor Political Science + Major in Other Subject
Bachelor of Social Work
Combined Bachelor of Arts (Major/Major)
Combined Bachelor of Arts (Major/Minor) [Sociology Minor]
Combined Bachelor of Arts in Statistics
Combined Major Bachelor of Science in Statistics
Diploma in Defence and Strategic Studies (DDSS)
Diploma in Population Studies
Diploma in Social Work (DSW)
Diploma in Statistics

Graduate Programmes

Below is the list of graduate programmes offered by the University of Botswana (UB) which includes master’s degrees and PhDs;

Business Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

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

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

Health Sciences Programmes Offered by the UB Graduate School

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

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

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

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

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

Admission Requirments of the University of Botswana (UB)

GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

a. The general minimum ENTRY requirements to the University shall be the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) / equivalent qualification with at least six subjects NOT below a grade of E.

b. For all programmes, English Language shall be one of the qualifying subjects.

c. English Language must at least be a minimum of grade C for non-science degree programmes and at least a minimum of grade D for science-based programmes.

d. For Degree programmes, at least five subjects shall be at a minimum of grade C obtained at one or two examination sittings.

e. For Diploma and Certificate programmes, at least a minimum of three grades of C with a minimum of grade E in English Language shall be required. Five subjects may be considered if the minimum cut-off point based on six subjects is met.

f. The minimum entry BGCSE points shall be 34 points for all undergraduate Degree and 30 points for Diploma and Certificate programmes.

g. The stipulated length of relevant work experience, where required, must have been met at the time of submitting the application.
h. Any additional and/or special ENTRY requirements shall be specified under the programme offerings.

i. Applicants shall be considered only for the study programmes they have selected.

j. When applying for a programme that is offered by both full-time and distance learning mode, indicate whether the application is for full-time or distance learning, otherwise if not indicated it will be assumed the application is for a full-time programme.

k. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Admission will depend on the availability of space and the competitive strength of each applicant’s grades.

l. Applicants may make changes to their programme choices. Such changes should be communicated in writing to the undergraduate admissions office.

m. Applicants with BGCSE/equivalent with a minimum of grade E in English Language may be considered for admission into Bachelors Degree programmes.

Graduate Application Guide

How to apply to the University of Botswana (UB) as a Graduate students

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

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 the 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

• In order to apply online please follow the Graduate Online Application  – Step by Step  guide before completing an application
• Make your online application here

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

Tracking your Application

• Once you have applied and have received the acknowledgement 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 the 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 enquiries, kindly contact the School of Graduate Studies Admissions office at telephone numbers (00267) – 3552960/2861/4712/4690/2862; or email: sogras@ub.ac.bw