Undergraduate Applications

Application for Undergraduate Admission in August 2025

The second cycle of applications for admission into the University undergraduate study programmes for the August 2025 intake ended on May 31, 2025. The third application cycle has commenced and will end on July 27, 2025.

All the University of Botswana undergraduate study programmes are accredited and/or registered with the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) on the National Credit and Qualifications Framework (NCQF).

Former undergraduate students who have been away from the University for less than 10 semesters (five academic years) are also invited to apply. This includes former students who previously withdrew without or with due notice, were discontinued/excluded, or had their enrolment terminated.

Prospective applicants with a Diploma or Certificate wishing to study a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma respectively are also invited to apply.

On-line Application

Prospective applicants are expected to make their applications online through the STUDY link. A guide in the form of a booklet, entitled ONLINE APPLICATION: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE, on how to complete an application online is provided through the STUDY link.

Application Materials

The application materials are available as Application Package.

Applicants with Disability

University of Botswana welcomes applicants with disability and considers their applications on academic merit like all other applicants. Applicants are expected to state whether they have any disability or not when they apply. Those with disability may contact the University’s Disability Support Services Unit at the following telephone numbers: (+267) 355 2768/4183/4990/4991 to explain the nature of their disability. The declaration of such information helps the University in assessing the learning needs of every applicant. University of Botswana will, at all times, preserve the confidentiality of information about every prospect or student.

Application Fee

Prospective applicants can pay their Application Fee online at https://www.ub.bw/ubpayments or at the Banks. On the Bank’s deposit slip, they should write their full names and Omang/Passport number as a reference.

Changes

Applicants may make changes to their study choices by emailing admissions@ub.ac.bw

Admission Processing

Applicants who meet the set programme entry requirements will be admitted based on academic merit, depending on the space availability. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not, therefore, guarantee admission. Some of the undergraduate study programmes have reached their full capacity, so they will not be available for application into.

Closing date

The second application cycle for the August 2025 entry, for both local and international prospective applicants, will close on 27 July 2025.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, kindly contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office at Main Campus in Gaborone at the following:

Tel: +267 355 2912 / 4625 / 2003
Email: admissions@ub.ac.bw

How to apply for admission

Before Applying

Make sure the following documents are readily available:
- Application fee receipt
- Certified copy of the Senior Secondary School Certificate or Statement of Results (School Leavers)
- Certified copies of Transcript(s) and or Certificate(s) for those applyinf for Upper Levels, Transfers and Re-Admission
- Certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang) / Passport (Omang for citizens)

Completing your Application

Before you complete an application, please go over the Application Package
In order to apply On-line please follow the Step-by-Step Guide in the Application Package
An e-mail address is required for one to apply online
Make your ONLINE APPLICATION HERE

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. To do that navigate to the login screen and login using the details given on the acknowledgement letter. Navigate by clicking Main Menu, then Student Admissions, then Self Service and Student Centre.