Botho University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6950 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #307 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #3 of 13 | In Botswana |
| #2 of 11 | In Gaborone |
| #3840 of 5,501 | For Machine Learning |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
- Enrollment
- 4,500
- Type
- For-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- bothouniversity.com
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 80% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive admission |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 4,500 |
| Full time employee | 300 |
| Student:staff ratio | 15:1 |
We've calculated the 80% acceptance rate for Botho University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Botho University has published 496 scientific papers with 14,285 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Computer Science, Political Science, Law, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, Biology, Psychology, and Medicine.
Botho University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 | 3 |
| 1996 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 0 | 0 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 | 3 |
| 2001 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 | 6 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 | 14 |
| 2004 | 1 | 20 |
| 2005 | 3 | 24 |
| 2006 | 3 | 47 |
| 2007 | 2 | 50 |
| 2008 | 2 | 69 |
| 2009 | 3 | 72 |
| 2010 | 8 | 92 |
| 2011 | 6 | 117 |
| 2012 | 7 | 123 |
| 2013 | 5 | 207 |
| 2014 | 10 | 264 |
| 2015 | 31 | 381 |
| 2016 | 21 | 489 |
| 2017 | 37 | 589 |
| 2018 | 23 | 700 |
| 2019 | 29 | 914 |
| 2020 | 52 | 1233 |
| 2021 | 45 | 1627 |
| 2022 | 52 | 1689 |
| 2023 | 57 | 1890 |
| 2024 | 53 | 2028 |
| 2025 | 31 | 1981 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Botho University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration (years) | Tuition per year (BWP) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computing | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Public Health | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Education in Primary Education | 4 | 30,000 |
| Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education | 4 | 30,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Oil and Gas Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering | 4 | 40,000 |
| Master of Business Administration | 2 | 45,000 |
| Master of Science in Computing | 2 | 45,000 |
| Master of Public Health | 2 | 45,000 |
| Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Management | 2 | 40,000 |
| Master of Science in Project Management | 2 | 45,000 |
| Master of Science in Engineering Management | 2 | 50,000 |
Botho University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Botho University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Diploma | Occupational Health, Tourism |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Business Computing, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Processing, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Management, Finance, Health Administration, Health Sciences, Hotel and Restaurant, Information Management, Insurance, Management, Occupational Health, Software Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Transport Management |
Botho University faculties and divisions
| Campus Abroad : Eswatini | Accountancy, Business Administration, Engineering, Health Sciences, Technology |
|---|---|
| Campus Abroad : Lesotho | Accountancy, Business Administration, Engineering, Health Sciences, Technology |
| Campus Abroad : Namibia | Accountancy, Business Administration, Engineering, Technology |
| Faculty : Business and Accounting | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Finance, Hotel and Restaurant, Insurance, Management, Transport Management |
| Faculty : Engineering and Technology | Computer Networks, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Processing, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Insurance, Software Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Health and Education | Business Computing, Environmental Management, Health Administration, Health Sciences, Information Management, Occupational Health |
| Faculty : Hospitality and Sustainable Tourism | Tourism |
General information
| Alternative names | BU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Accreditation | Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) |
| Motto | Excellence, Leadership, Innovation |
| Colors | maroon, navy blue, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 501564 Botho Education Park, Kgale Gaborone Botswana |
|---|---|
| City population | 236,000 |