University of Botswana

The University of Botswana, often abbreviated to UB, was established in 1982 as the first institution of higher learning in Botswana. It is the country’s leading tertiary institution in teaching, learning, and research. Located in Gaborone, it has over 15,000 students and boasts state-of-the-art facilities.

Overview

The University of Botswana or UB was established in 1982, it has steadily increased its national and international stature. It's a mid-sized academic institution with over 15,000 students studying at its urban campus situated in Gaborone, the capital city of Botswana. UB offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across many disciplines. It has faculties which include Business, Education, Engineering and Technology, Health Sciences, Humanities, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences. With its strong emphasis on the research, UB aspires to achieve academic excellence in the region and beyond. It cultivates an environment of teaching, learning, creativity and research with the goal of advancing knowledge and producing well-rounded graduates equipped with the skills to meet the challenges of the modern world. The university has partnerships with numerous US, European, and African Universities with exchange programs for students and staff.