Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #7220 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #329 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #5 of 13 | In Botswana |
| #4 of 11 | In Gaborone |
| #1311 of 4,407 | For Agricultural Science |
| #4297 of 6,833 | For Biology |
| #4325 of 6,876 | For Environmental Science |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 1,115
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- buan.ac.bw
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 65%*
* The Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Academic Calendar | August to May |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1,115 |
| Full time employee | 172 |
| Student:staff ratio | 6:1 |
Research profile
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources has published 307 scientific papers with 4,691 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, Medicine, Animal Science, Chemistry, Veterinary, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Geography and Cartography, and Nutrition and Food Science.
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 2 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 | 1 |
| 1997 | 3 | 1 |
| 1998 | 11 | 1 |
| 1999 | 14 | 16 |
| 2000 | 13 | 11 |
| 2001 | 12 | 4 |
| 2002 | 12 | 22 |
| 2003 | 15 | 26 |
| 2004 | 18 | 45 |
| 2005 | 4 | 67 |
| 2006 | 9 | 71 |
| 2007 | 10 | 93 |
| 2008 | 12 | 99 |
| 2009 | 14 | 128 |
| 2010 | 12 | 146 |
| 2011 | 13 | 208 |
| 2012 | 17 | 261 |
| 2013 | 35 | 290 |
| 2014 | 28 | 370 |
| 2015 | 30 | 411 |
| 2016 | 34 | 401 |
| 2017 | 7 | 447 |
| 2018 | 6 | 434 |
| 2019 | 4 | 507 |
| 2020 | 2 | 633 |
| 2021 | 2 | 688 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources 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 Science in Agriculture | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Animal Science | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Crop Science | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Horticulture | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Range Management | 4 | 25,000 |
| Master of Science in Agriculture | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Agricultural Economics | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Animal Science | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Crop Science | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Horticulture | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Natural Resource Management | 2 | 30,000 |
| Master of Science in Wildlife and Range Management | 2 | 30,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Agriculture | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Crop Science | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Horticulture | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resource Management | 3 | 35,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Wildlife and Range Management | 3 | 35,000 |
All tuition costs are in Botswana Pula (BWP).
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 Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
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 | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Business | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Applied Mathematics, Biological and Life Sciences, Crop Production, Ecology, Environmental Management, Food Science, Food Technology, Horticulture, Soil Management, Water Management, Wildlife |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Equipment, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Horticulture, Hydraulic Engineering, Rural Planning, Soil Management, Soil Science, Water Management |
| MPhil | Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant and Crop Protection, Soil Science |
| PhD | Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant and Crop Protection, Soil Science |
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Agri-Business, Education and Extension | Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Rural Planning |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Agriculture | Agricultural Engineering, Crop Production, Food Science, Food Technology, Soil Science |
| Faculty : Animal and Veterinary Sciences | Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science |
| Faculty : Natural Resources | Aquaculture, Forestry, Meteorology, Natural Resources, Wildlife |
| Faculty : Research and Graduate Studies | Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production |
| Faculty : Sciences | Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
General information
| Alternative names | BUAN |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1991 |
| Accreditation | Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) |
| Motto | Work and Prosper |
Location and contacts
| Address | Private Bag 0027 Gaborone Botswana |
|---|---|
| City population | 236,000 |