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 innovation in STEM contributing to industry growth and
development and advancement of a diversified knowledge-
based economy.

The Vision of this specialised university is to be a 'premier

research-based university of STEM internationally
recognised for the quality and excellence of its teaching and
learning by 2023. The University's Strategic Plan 'A Catalyst
for Innovation and Transformation,' sets the direction of the
University for the next three years from 2019/20 to 2022/23
and towards 2028, informed by an assessment of the
external environment which provided an understanding of
the future external environment the university would need
to respond to.

The University's primary focus is centered on strengthening

the academic value chain comprising three key elements of
academic excellence, commercial attractiveness, and social
The Botswana International University of Science and relevance. This represents the university's mission's critical
Technology (BIUST) is a government owned institution components which work together in a systematic
established through the BIUST Act [CAP 57:05] as a relationship to transform the economy from a research
research-intensive University that specialises in Science, based to a knowledge-based economy. BIUST remains the
Engineering, Technology and Mathematics (STEM) at both only STEM University in the country with a unique mandate
undergraduate and postgraduate (master's and Doctoral) to propel the university towards becoming a research-
levels. intensive institution characterised by international best
practice and affiliation to reputable global bodies.
BIUST, established in 2006, was envisaged to be one of the
key drivers in bringing about a fundamental transformation
of Botswana as a catalyst for economic and social
development. BIUST was established mainly to transform
the country's economy from a resource based to a
knowledge-based economy.

The realisation of BIUST mandate requires a coordinated

effort across the University, the commitment and
involvement of the Government, private sector, and the civil
society. Its Mission is to produce world-class research and

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Vice Chancellor’s Welcome Message 1
Why you Should Study in BIUST 2
Apply Now 4
Feel at Home 7
Our Valedictorians 10
Choose from a Wide Range of Programmes 12
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
BEng Chemical Engineering 13
BEng Materials and Metallurgical Engineering 15
BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering 17
BEng Computer and Telecommunications Engineering 18
BEng Electrical and Electronics Engineering 19
BEng Geological Engineering 20
BEng Mining Engineering 21
BEng Mechanical and Energy Engineering 22
BEng Mechatronics and Industrial Instrumentation 23
BEng Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering 25
Faculty of Sciences
BSc Biological Sciences and Biotechnology 27
BSc Pure and Applied Chemistry 28
BSc Forensic Science 31
BSc Computer Science and Software Engineering 33
BSc Information Systems and Data Management 35
BSc Earth and Environmental Sciences 37
BSc Environmental Sciences 39
BSc Geology 40
BSc Pure and Applied Mathematics 41
BSc Statistics 42
BSc Physics 43
BIUST Library Services 45
BIUST Student Services 48
Fee Structure 51
Excursion Fee Schedule 52

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 and support staff, as well as conduct a tour of our state-of-
the-art facilities.

BIUST aims to provide its fresh crop of students with an

outstanding teaching and learning experience that equips
them with the requisite skills, experience, knowledge and
confidence to out-perform competing students and future
graduates. Our students have competed and emerged
victorious in several research-funded initiatives which
continue to transform the lives of communities facing
challenges. Recently, BIUST impactful response to the
COVID -19 pandemic through research and innovation of
soaps, sanitizer, the famous COVID -19 dashboard.

The University upholds its core values of high performance

Driven by the quest for zero defect in intellectual prowess, and quality. The University strives for academic excellence
academic and commercial attractiveness as well as social as it has a significant bearing on our student's self-
relevance, it gives me great pleasure to welcome and ordain confidence, enthusiasm for their greater achievement in
you to the prestigious Botswana International University of the world of work.
Science and Technology (BIUST). Our University is
strategically positioned locally, regionally and globally as the Our Alumni continue to be our country's most sought-after
home of research, development and innovation. I am graduates owing to their employment-readiness, armed
equally delighted you made the right life transforming with requisite intellectual skills and knowledge to curb
decision to come study at BIUST, simply because the right global challenges that may confront them.
University will not only shape your career path; but will fast
track the realization of your dreams and aspirations. I therefore look forward to welcoming you as the fresh crop
of students to this safe, secure, environmentally friendly
Through this Prospectus, you will unravel a great wealth of and vibrant learning environment. I beseech you to be
information and appreciate a variety of programme stimulated for exploration, new discoveries, and apply your
offerings, teaching and learning, student life on campus, creative mindset under the guidance of our accomplished
sport and social activities. academics and professionals in their different Science,
Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) areas.
Over the years I have given prospective students my best bet
always and insisted that the best way to appreciate our
international University, is for you to physically visit the
campus rather than just online and find it opportune to Professor Otlogetswe Totolo
interact with our continuing student community, academic Vice Chancellor

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 iii. Enriched Learning and Living Experience
The University has adopted a strong academic support
model where students are paired with their Academic
Advisors right from the registration period, to guide through
their studies in readiness for graduation. Students are also
supported by a tutor who provides them with practical
guidance and extra lessons on a range of academic issues to
help them excel in their studies. As a BIUST Student, you will
also have a peer mentor - a trained student volunteer from
your course, to help you with assignments and another
course material, percolate to boost excellence in your
respective modules.

iv. Teaching Excellence

The University has carefully selected internationalised
I. Specialised University Offering Only Science, Technology, experts who are tasked with delivering quality education to
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programmes our students and in the process share their global
BIUST prides itself as the first specialised tertiary institution experiences. The University aims to engage and inspire its
and a research intensive University in Botswana, aimed at students to challenge their thinking and support them to
being a catalyst for innovation and our country's economic fulfil their potential during their stay in BIUST, through a
transformation drive. If you choose to graduate in BIUST, you combination of interactive lecturers, seminars, field work,
will be equipped with world-class education enriched with research, practical sessions, industrial attachments, and
research-based solutions which will impact on communities stakeholder engagement. BIUST has invested heavily on
locally, regionally and internationally. providing state of the art facilities such as laboratories,
research projects and other equipment needed to stimulate
ii. We Assist You to Get Your Career Right learning and facilitate innovative teaching
Choosing the right university is an important decision and an
investment in your future. The University has invested in v. Graduates who STAND OUT from the crowd
various platforms such as the annual STEM Festival, Open The University is in the process of upgrading its learning
Days and Secondary school visits to interact with programmes from Bachelor's to include Honours Degree
prospective applicants, as well as provide first-hand qualification making our graduates more attractive to the
information of programmes on offer, research opportunities global community. Our students are encouraged to make
and career prospects. Prospective students can also use use of available opportunities to develop their leadership
various communication platforms to reach out to the skills, establish sound networks and cement their position as
Enrolment and Admission team and academic members of captains of the industry.
staff for consultations. Our graduates hold senior positions at reputable companies
while others go on to establish successful business ventures.

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vi. Entrepreneurship and Business Management Model
Through its Center for Business Management,
Entrepreneurship and General Education, the University has
introduced a range of business management modules
which are meant to provide students with training on
conceptualization of business ideas, development of
business proposals, advice on business management,
mentoring and guidance towards access to funding. As well
as exposure to networking events which sets our students
on the right path to be successful entrepreneurs.

vii. Industry Linkages and Partnerships

The University has a number of local and international
stakeholders who contributes to curriculum enrichment
and relevance to the diverse industry needs. The University
has partnered with world-class universities, industries such
as those from the Mining, Water and Energy sector,
Research centres, Government departments and
Parastatals to ensure that it produces industry ready
graduates.

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 prospectus and the application form through email at
[email protected] or simply contact Enrolment and
Admissions Staff for further assistance with the application
process on the following numbers:
+267 4931000/ 267 4931480/1/9.

Prospective student may also visit the University campus in

Palapye to seek face-to-face career advice and complete
applications.

Applicants must submit only one application. The

application form allows an applicant to choose three (3)
programmes. It is in the applicants' best interest to seek
advice about his or her programme choices prior to
Apply on time. Early submission of your application allows submitting an application, since the order of programme
you to receive relevant information about your programme choices affects an applicants' chance of admission.
of choice, as well as gives you ample time to make changes
to your application as and when you wish. Change of Programme Choice
Applicants should note that change of programme choice is
Closing date for receiving applications is 30th April 2023 possible but must be done within the application period.
Therefore, applicants who decide to change the programme
Application Channels of study applied for, may do so not later than the stated
1. Hand delivery at BIUST campus or any organised closing date of receiving applications.
recruitment fair
2. Email address at [email protected] Applicants are advised to apply caution when selecting a
programme of study, that is when indicating a first, second
Application Guidelines or third choice or making any other changes to the initial
Applicants are required to apply only if they meet the submitted application. Furthermore, applicants are advised
minimum entry requirements. However, applicants must to be realistic about whether they are likely to qualify for
note that meeting the minimum entry requirements is not a admission, and whether the chosen programme matches
guarantee for an admission. Due to the limited number of their interests and aptitude.
places available, the final selection is made subject to the Applicants are also encouraged to consult an Enrolment and
availability of places, academic results and other entry Admissions or Programme Lecturer for career counselling to
requirements, where applicable. determine an appropriate career path and consequently an
To start the application process, please visit the University appropriate qualification. All requests for change of
website to access the prospectus and download the programme should be done in writing and be emailed to
application form. You may also send a request for the [email protected]

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Entry Requirements Direct Entry into Second Year
® The University considers and assesses every application ® The University will consider A-level holders and those
on its own merits, considering the relevance of who have already completed year one (1) BSc General at
qualifications and experience each student has. For any recognised University for direct entry into second
students with a Botswana General Certificate of year.
Secondary Education (BGCSE) or equivalent, the ® Furthermore, applicants in possession of year one (1)
following minimum requirements will apply for BSc General or equivalent, are required to have attained
undergraduate degree programmes: at least 40 BGCSE points or equivalent and must have
obtained an average of at least 65% without re-sits or
® A credit in at least six subjects in BGCSE or equivalent. retakes in their BSc transcript.
These subjects must include a minimum of Pass (D) in ® A-level holders are required to possess at least 3 A-level
English and at least a Credit (C) in Mathematics plus two grades with a C or better grade in Mathematics, and any
Science subjects. 2 science grades in either Physics or Chemistry or
® BGCSE holders or equivalent should possess a minimum Biology.
of 20 points from any of Mathematics, and Physics ® Diploma holders will also be considered on the
and/or Chemistry and/or Biology or Science double relevance of their prior programmes of study to their
award programmes of interest.

® A minimum combined point score for admission from

the six subjects (including Mathematics, English, two
science subjects or Science Double Award, must be
above 38 points based on the points scores in the
following table:

Grade A*, A B C D E
Points 8 7 6 5 4
Points for Science Double Award are doubled E.g. Grade AA= 16 Points

® Students with other qualifications (i.e. non-BGCSE and

its equivalents) including international students, will be
considered on their own merits and equivalency to
BGCSE.

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 GCE GCSE SENIOR CERTIFICATE IB
NSSC/ OL/
SGCSE/
POINTS A LEVEL/HSC AS COSC LGCSE IGCSE BGCSE NSC HG SG HG SG
12 A 7
11 B 6
10 C A 7 A 5 7
9 D B 6 B 4 6
8 E C A A A*,A A*,A 5 C A 3 5
7 D B B B B 4 D B 2 4
6 E C C C C 3 E C 3
5 D D D D 2 D 2
4 E E E E 1 E
0 F F F F

GRADES A*, A, B, C D E, F, U
CREDIT PASS FAIL

The University reserves the right to ask prospective students to sit a pre-admission examinations if required.

Please note that these are the only minimum entry requirements, and certain programmes may have additional entry
requirements.

Information on additional requirements is available from the Enrolment and Admissions Office.
Point System
A LEVEL/HSC Advanced level/ High school certificate
HG Higher Grade
SG Standard Grade
IGCSE International General Certificate of Secondary School
BGCSE Botswana General Certificate of Secondary School
O-LEVEL Ordinary Level
COSC Cambridge Overseas School Certificate
GCE General Certificate of Education
GCSE General Certificate of Secondary Education
HIGSE Higher International General Certificate of Secondary School Education
AS Advanced Subsidiary
NSC National Senior Certificate
IB-HG International Baccalaureate- Higher
IB-STD International Baccalaureate- Standard
NSSC Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate
LGSE Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education
SGCSE Swaziland General Certificate of Secondary Education
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 The office is dedicated to ensuring that the needs and
interests of international students are well represented.

The International Office is located at the Administration

Block, 2nd Floor. Office 206-210.
Contact details; Tel: +267 4931225/28/33

Our University offers an exciting place for you to study, learn

a new skill, interact, and start new relationships with other HOW TO APPLY
students of different nationalities. Students will find the Prospective International Students may download
University hospitable, safe, secure, and friendly to application forms from the website or make a request for
acclimatise easily. The cost of travel to and from the application documents through email via
University is entirely the student's responsibility. Some [email protected]
governments offer scholarships or grants to their students Applicants must submit the following:
who are admitted to study in BIUST. Information about
these scholarships should be obtained from the appropriate 1. Completed application form.
authorities in the country concerned. 2. Full application fee receipt. (P200.00 for SADC
residents) (P400.00 non-SADC residents)
BIUST International Office 3. A certified copy of your senior secondary school
The University has established an International Office to certificate or equivalent, accompanied (if not in
offer non-academic support services and ensure that all English) by a certified official English translation.
international students follow the University and Botswana 4. Certified copy of valid Passport and Birth
Government immigration requirements, prior to Certificate
registration and arrival in the country respectively. 5. Certified copies of additional official
documents (e.g., post-school certificate, transcript,
The International Office creates a holistic environment professional registration certificate, certifying letters
which ensures that proper learning is the focus for all from examining bodies, proof of change of name,
international students. This is achieved by establishing and etc.) where applicable.
developing a range of learning, social, cultural, and 6. For qualifications obtained in a non-speaking
recreational opportunities that facilitate the full realisation country, a TOEFEL internet-based score of 60 or IELTS
of their potential for academic and personal growth. score of 5 is required.

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Completing application form and supporting documents Ø Students are advised to check with Botswana embassy
can either be scanned and emailed to in their countries if they need a VISA to enter
[email protected] or submitted through postal mail Botswana.
below; Ø VISA is the authority given to foreign nationals to enter
Enrolment and Admissions Office Botswana; hence application of Visa is done before
Botswana International University of Science and departure from your home country.
Technology Ø Upon receipt of admission letter from BIUST students
Private Bag 16 Palapye, Botswana should liaise with Botswana embassies in their
respective countries to enquire if they need a visa to
enter Botswana. You can further visit at www.gov.bw.

Who needs VISA to Come to Botswana as a Student?

Ø Whether or not you require a VISA to come into
Botswana to undertake your studies depends on the
Country you come from. If you are from a VISA national
country, you will need to make your application for VISA
through Botswana Embassy in your home Country or
Botswana embassy in the nearest country.
Ø Non-VISA Nationals [SADC Countries &
Commonwealth Countries]
Ø Non-SADC and Non-Commonwealth Countries
IMMIGRATION (VISA AND RESIDENCE PERMIT) Ø Please take note that only a valid passport will be
All international students who are resident in the country accepted when processing a resident permit
for the duration of their studies are required to have a [emergency travel documents are not acceptable]
Residence Permit to study in the Republic of Botswana.
BIUST is not permitted to register you unless you have a valid Student Visitors
resident permit. This requirement includes International Ø The same requirements for VISA and Study Permit
Students pursuing a Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree stated above apply for visiting students whether it is the
and students participating in the Study Abroad, Exchange exchange students, study abroad, or visiting post
Students, and Visiting Postgraduate Students. graduate students of 6 months and above. If you are a
student visiting for a few weeks only you will not need
The International Student Office seeks to offer non- study permit, but you will need a VISA to enter the
academic support services by ensuring that all international country if you are a national of a country that require
students are in compliance with the Botswana government VISA to enter Botswana.
immigration requirements prior to registration. Ø You must ensure that all supporting evidence (for VISA
Ø Once the student has been admitted at BIUST, the or Residence Permit) meets the immigration rules at the
requirements for VISA and Residence Permit time of application as failure to comply could lead to the
Application must be prepared. It is important that the application being refused. You must ensure that your
student must satisfy the Botswana Immigration application is correct and complete before you submit.
Requirements before arriving in the country for study.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR VISA APPLICATION 9. Admission letter or letter confirming enrolment stating
1. Fully Completed Immigration Application Form D the duration of the programme offered [start and end
[available at Botswana Embassy where the application is to date of the programme]
be submitted] 10. Two (2) identical and recent passport size photos
2. Application fee of BWP500 [background should be white]
3. Application letter 11. Student’s personal application letter [should indicate
4. Admission letter or covering letter from the host the duration - start and end dates of the programme]
institution. 12. Certified copies of previous certificates attained
5. Certified copy of passport [page showing applicant 13. Cover letter from BIUST International Office
picture, passport number, date of birth, expiry date]
6. Four identical and recent passport size photos NB: Please take note that only a valid passport will be
7. Copy of sponsorship letter accepted when processing a resident permit [emergency
8. Copy of travel itinerary travel documents are not acceptable] The Residence Permit
v Please take note that VISA to enter Botswana is allows you to travel in and out of the Country for as long as it
applied for when still outside the Country. remains valid

Who needs Study Permit to Study in Botswana? ARRIVAL INFORMATION

All International Students are required to apply for Upon arrival in Botswana, students must be in possession of
Residence Permit to allow them to Study at the University their valid passport, admission letter and other relevant
they have been admitted to. In Botswana the Residence supporting documents such as proof of sponsorship which
Permit is also your study permit. Upon arrival each student might be requested by the immigration officials at the
is given 90 days (3 months) to process the resident permit. border.

REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENCE PERMIT APPLICATION New international students are advised to inform the BIUST
Residence /student Permit- an authority that allows you to International Office officials about their travel
reside or stay in Botswana arrangements prior to their departure from their respective
countries, to ensure that the Office arranges shuttle
1. Valid Passport [valid at least for the duration of the services to collect them from various ports of entry, and
programme offered] transport them to the campus.
2. Certified copy of valid passport [page showing passport
number, date of birth and expiry date] For more information regarding International Students go
3. Certified copies of birth certificate to www.biust.ac.bw and click on International Students
4. Completed Immigration Application form [form 1] page where you will see a whole range of services and
5. Proof of payment of tuition fee [deposit receipt for products.
tuition fees]
6. Study Permit fee of BWP1500 You may also contact the International Student Office on
7. Proof of sufficient financial means to cover tuition fees, the following details.
subsistence, and incidental costs [in the form of a bursary, Ms Tebogo Kebonye
sponsorship letter, or bank statement and/or support letter] Tel: +267493 1233/25/28
8. Medical Report [forms are available at the immigration Email: [email protected]
offices]
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 Tsinghua University – a top ranked university in China and Asia. With that, I can say
BIUST has succeeded in giving me a competitive edge on the international stage as
an aspiring scholar.
There is still so much one can achieve in BIUST and you don't even have to be the
Class of 2021 Valedictorian brightest of students because the fish of the sea does not always belong to him who
BSc Statistics weaves his net big and strong. Here is a little secret - as you work with BIUST to
discover and sharpen your skills, gifts, talents, and intellectual capacities, equally
strive to constantly develop a good character, because where your natural abilities
Agolame Motlalekgosi fail your good character will carry you. I was not the most gifted student, but having
Seboka Puoetsile found good character, I was able to make the most out of the little I had.
“I have had the pleasure of working with some of
the greatest Mathematical and Statistical minds our
country has to offer. The l e s s o n s a n d m e n t o r s h i p
afforded to me is insurmountable. You have helped me
grow in ways that transcend the qualification I am being awarded. For this i will
forever be grateful, I intend to continue learning and growing as a person".
Being named the 2021 Valedictorian is a great honour and it is only possible due to
the efforts of the BIUST management and academic Staff. I am honoured to have
been given the chance to study under the best Mathematical and Statistical minds Class of 2019 Valedictorian
Botswana has to offer. It is imperative that l also thank the sponsors for my various BEng Chemical Engineering
awards, namely Liberty Life Botswana, BIFM and BIUST for recognizing and
rewarding excellence. Your continued investment in young minds has proven not
only to be a source of motivation but also a statement of how much you recognize Emmanuel Makhura
hard work. I would like to take this moment to forward my deepest gratitude and
offer thanks for the support I've been given by all these institutions. “I wish to thank BIUST for not only enabling me to
I have had so much great influence from role models and mentors throughout my excel academically but also for strengthening
entire life. Circling down one particular motivation to me is akin to asking a mother my character. The University taught me that 'Life is a
to choose a favourite child, a daunting task indeed. My most prominent motivation journey, time is a challenge, but character is a MUST-HAVE
is the deep-rooted thirst for knowledge, the never-ending search for knowledge is because it is the platform of life'.
one of the key motives that have kept me going. I'd advice anyone trying to achieve The opportunities I received from BIUST makes me confident about my
their own set goals to firstly look inward, know yourself and who you want to be ability to succeed after graduation. Here is a few of my achievements;
then find a motive that is unique to you that will steer you towards your dreams.
Everyone has success dormant in themselves, it's up to you to unearth it. ® While at BIUST, I took part in the 2017 BIUST Research Symposium with a
project on the pyrolysis of plastics.
® While at BIUST, My Biogas project secured me a position as a top-5 finalist
in the 2018 CEDA/DBSA University Entrepreneurship Challenge.
® While at BIUST, My project on printing inks has ALREADY secured me a
Class of 2020 Valedictorian position in the top-50 of KBL's Kgalagadi Breweries Kickstart Youth
BEng Materials & Entrepreneurship Program.
Metallurgical Engineering ® While at BIUST, I have written 5 academic papers, 3 of which are awaiting
publication, AND
® I am currently working on a book on Basic Process Engineering Control
Collieus Lebudi with my professor: Paul Agachi"
Through the experienced lecturers and support
teaching staff specifically at the department of
Chemical, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, I have
grown to appreciate the field of materials engineering. I gained
invaluable knowledge and experience in research and scientific communication.
With the rigorous training I received, I was able to take part in research with
collaborations from across the world from which I co-authored several scientific
works and presented at various international conferences. I am currently enrolled in
a master's program in materials science and engineering at

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 Class of 2018 Valedictorian Class of 2018 Valedictorian
BSc Pure & Applied BSc Pure & Applied
Mathematics Mathematics

Karabo M.T. Kwelegano Sefiso Amantle Refilwe Phuti

As a young enthusiast of theoretical Mathematics, I Allow me to introduce myself as Sefiso Amantle

truly did not understand the importance of having to take Refilwe Phuti , the class of 2018 BIUST co-valedictorian
courses such as Programming and most of all, courses from and a proud BIUST alumni.
the Department of Business, Management and Entrepreneurship. It I remember looking at the BIUST 2014 prospectus, particularly at
was not until later on that I appreciated how vital the structure and content of the BIUST my area of interest, "Pure and Applied Mathematics", it stated how the program
curriculum and environment as a whole was, in propelling me to a position where I am a would develop and harness ones analytic and rigorous skills, and looking back now, I
force to be reckoned with, not only locally but in the global landscape as well. In addition, can say without a doubt that the Department of Mathematics and Statistical Sciences
owing to my graduate days at BIUST, I got inducted into the intriguing world of research. has done that for me. I have on overall enjoyed studying the course, and I now have a
This allowed me a great opportunity to gain the skills and experience necessary for deep appreciation for Both Pure mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Computer
producing quality research that is right at par with international standards, an programming. With the skill sets I have obtained not only from the Faculty of Science
opportunity that is available to you as well, even in your undergraduate studies. but also from the Center of Business Management, Entrepreneurship and General
I write to you today, a product of BIUST, as the first Motswana to be offered admission Education I managed to get job offers. Within a space of one year from my
into a fully sponsored PhD program at a prestigious university in Japan, and my advice graduation, I have worked as a Data analyst intern at Okavango Diamond Company
to you is simple. and also managed to secure a Master's degree offer in Actuarial Science from the
1. Be obsessed with what you do and have hard-core discipline in order to get the job University of Kent in the United Kingdom, which I recently completed.
done. I am currently working as a Teaching Instructor for the Department of Mathematics
2. You are going to fail, it is part of the journey to success, so dust yourself off and and Statistical Sciences here in BIUST, and I am thoroughly enjoying it-being inspired
soldier on. to inspire and impart knowledge! Moreover, I am working on being a qualified
3. Network and be curious to find out about the qualities that make those you look up Institute and Faculty of Actuaries actuary, as well as doing consultancy work and
to who they are. research. Indeed, BIUST has been a key stepping stone in my career development, and
4. Soak in the intellectual prowess availed to you by the staff with great enthusiasm. . I believe that someday my dream will be fulfilled; as a woman in STEM, to stand upon
I wish you a well-rounded university experience that will prepare you for life a summit of intellectual greatness and contribute immensely towards Socio-Economic
afterwards. Remember this, you are ONLY competing with who you were yesterday advancements for my precious Botswana.

Class of 2017 Valedictorian

Class of 2016 Valedictorian
BSc Pure & Applied
BSc Applied Sciences
Mathematics

Kagiso Molalapata Masuzyo Mwanza

During my stay in BIUST, I encountered obstacles and My personal experience at BIUST was one of the
challenges like any other student. I remember I most challenging and rewarding experiences of my
once got a 42% in a test and that was my first test life. The BIUST motto 'Driving change' best summarises the
in BIUST. Then I thought to my self is this how I intend to live my time that I spent there, being part of the first group of
life in BIUST? Do I want to be a miserable student who blames teachers and peer pressure students at the university, I had an opportunity to grow alongside the University
for low marks? No I knew what I wanted. I started recollecting myself, putting more effort formed and led several student clubs geared towards improving academic
on my studies, even though it seemed hard; giving up was not an option. I kept on pushing. performance and social life in the campus. Participating in the foundation of the
I started interacting more with my lecturers and classmates, I attended tutorials, I student and academic community gave me opportunities I could not get anywhere
organised my time well which included time for my academic work, personal activities else. I am a true starter. The BIUST experience for me was about always challenging
and other interests. Within a semester I had a beautiful testimony. My tests and yourself to do more than you ever thought capable.
examination marks had improved and I never looked back.

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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY FACULTY OF SCIENCE

1. BEng Chemical Engineering 11 BSc Biological Sciences and

2. BEng Materials and Metallurgical Biotechnology
Engineering 12. BSc Forensic Science
3. BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering 13. BSc Pure and Applied Chemistry
4. BEng Computer and Telecommunications 14. BSc Earth and Environmental Sciences
Engineering 15. BSc Environmental Sciences
5. BEng Electrical and Electronics Engineering 16. BSc Geology
6. BEng Geological Engineering 17. BSc Pure and Applied Mathematics
7. BEng Mining Engineering 18. BSc Physics
8. BEng Industrial and Manufacturing 19. BSc Statistics
Engineering 20. BSc Computer Science and Software
9. BEng Mechanical and Energy Engineering Engineering
10.BEng Mechatronics and Industrial 21. BSc Information Systems and Data
Instrumentation Management

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INTRODUCTION environmental impacts such as water, soil and air pollution

The Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Chemical Engineering arising from the process industries and human activities.
is offered in the Department of Chemical, Materials and Chemical engineers design processes, build and manage
Metallurgical Engineering at the Botswana International chemical operations and ensure efficiency of production by
University of Science and Technology is unique in many intelligent control and optimization of physical, thermal and
respects. Firstly, the knowledge areas combining Biology, chemical parameters. Chemical engineering principles
Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics create a sound address grand global problems such as: energy systems,
scientific foundation for engineering students. Secondly, carbon mitigation, water management, food supply chains
core modules offered in the early stages drawn from various (including carbon and/or nitrogen cycles management),
engineering programmes give the students some health care, medicine systems engineering, urban
interdisciplinary flair. Holders of the BEng degree in processes and systems, bio-engineering, biomedical and
Chemical Engineering are widely sought after in industries industrial biotechnology applications.
in both developed and emerging economies.
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
The need to address climate change and develop industrial
processes that would address the growing need for
employment, sustainable resource utilisation, food and
energy security, novel health care products and
environmentally friendly materials is a global challenge. If
you are looking for a programme that would equip you with
the skills and knowledge to address these challenges, then
chemical engineering is a course for you.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

You would be taught courses that would enable you to
develop, design, operate and control processes for the
manufacture of a wide range of products such as chemicals,
pharmaceuticals, plastics, petroleum products etc. In
Chemical engineers are principally involved in the addition, you would also be introduced to courses that
production of a wide range of chemicals and materials such a d d r e s s m i t i ga t i n g e n v i r o n m e n t a l p o l l u t i o n ,
as soaps, dyes, polyethylene, detergents, paper, fertilizers, entrepreneurship, business management and process
cement, bricks, food products (such as cooking oil, economics. You would also have an opportunity to
margarine, beverages), pharmaceuticals and petroleum undertake work integrated learning during the second
products. They are also involved in processes for the semester of your fourth year to enable you to apply the
production of potable water, cars, steel, mineral resources engineering principles you have learnt and prepare you for
processing, production of energy, textiles, waste processing the work environment.
and minimization. In addition, chemical engineers address

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THE MODULES CONTENT CAREER AND POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
For the first two years of study, students will study basic The course opens the door for postgraduate studies and a
subjects that include inter alia, Mathematics, Physics and wide range of careers in industry, banks, government,
Chemistry, which form the building blocks for an consultancies, business, and R&D centres. Career
engineering career. The core chemical engineering courses opportunities for chemical engineers are found in chemical
covered in the curriculum include the following: and petroleum processing plants, metallurgical and
Process Engineering Principles material processing plants, food and beverage industries,
Chemical Engineering pharmaceutical plants, biotechnology and agro-based
Thermodynamics industries such as fertilisers, pesticides and veterinary
Heat and Mass Transfer products manufacture. Careers can be diversified to other
Unit Operations and Separation Processes associated functions such as energy utilisation,
Chemical Reaction Engineering environmental protection, health and safety, disposal of
Environmental Process Engineering hazardous waste, process control and quality management.
Bioprocess Engineering
Process Control and Instrumentation
Plant and Equipment Design

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INTRODUCTION Engineering materials broadly include, metals, polymers,

ceramics, including mixtures such as metallic alloys and
composites. Sound knowledge of strength of materials and
material behaviour when subjected to thermal and
mechanical stresses is the hallmark of a materials engineer.
Metallurgical engineers specialise primarily in metals and
their alloys. The spectrum of metallurgical engineering
stretches from minerals processing, metal extraction and
refining through to alloying and forming into shapes for use.
The profession employs physical and scientific principles to
concentrate minerals, to extract and refine metals, and to
develop alloys of superior mechanical properties.

WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

Humankind has revolved around the discovery,
development, and application of materials. Advances in
The Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Materials and telecommunication, aerospace, space exploration, bio-
Metallurgical Engineering is offered in the Department of medical and other hi-tech disciplines have been possible
Chemical, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering at the because engineers have availed suitable materials with
Botswana International University of Science and specific properties for use. Through this programme, you
Technology is unique in many respects. Firstly, the can join in to carry forward the work that great engineers
knowledge areas combining Biology, Chemistry, that came before you did. As demand for superior materials
Mathematics and Physics create a sound scientific continues, so will the need to accelerate the development
foundation for engineering students. Secondly, core of materials with properties that can be stretched to their
modules offered in the early stages drawn from various very limits. This is indeed a programme that appeals to
engineering programmes give the students some students who wish to play a key role in a diversity of
interdisciplinary flair. Thirdly, the programme which industries ranging from primary production to hi-tech
combines Materials and Metallurgical Engineering under material processing.
one umbrella give students sufficient latitude for career
options. Holders of the BEng degree in Materials and WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Metallurgical Engineering are widely sought after in The increasing sophistication in modern technology
industries in both developed and emerging economies. demands graduate engineers ready to apply their creativity
to help address societal problems. Students will study
Materials engineers are essentially involved in the design varying courses that develop skills and competencies in
and selection of materials based on the physical and extraction and processing of minerals and metals to
mechanical properties desired for engineering applications. produce materials that shape the technology-driven world.
Appropriate materials are required for specific conditions.

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For the first two years of study, students will study basic ceramics and composites. Careers can be diversified to
subjects that include inter alia, Mathematics, Physics and other associated functions such as energy utilisation,
Chemistry, which form the building blocks for an environmental protection, health and safety, disposal of
engineering career. Furthermore, they will be introduced to hazardous waste, process control and quality management.
basic process engineering principles, and materials science.
Other courses include: POSSIBLE EMPLOYERS
Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology
Metallurgical Engineering
Thermodynamics
Green Energy Engineering
Process Control and Instrumentation
Metallurgical Engineering Design
Extractive Metallurgy
Heat and mass transfer
Mechanical Metallurgy
Polymer and composite technologies

CAREER AND POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES

The course opens the door for postgraduate studies and a
wide range of careers in industry, mines, government,
consultancies, business, and R&D centres. Career
opportunities for materials and metallurgical engineers are
found in mineral and materials processing plants, metal
refining, metal forming and alloying industries. Further FOUNDRIES
career opportunities are found in the production of bio-

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INTRODUCTION the theory and practical part of these disciplines that are
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering well backed by the basic fundamentals of basic science and
offers Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Civil and engineering such as mathematics, chemistry, physics and
Environmental Engineering. This is a five-year degree mechanics of materials. You will also be provided with soft
programme providing students with detailed courses in the skills that allow you to perform in the industry such as
major areas of structural, geotechnical, environmental and professional ethics, construction management
transportation engineering together with water and entrepreneurship and communication skills.
wastewater management and construction materials. The
department is committed to produce high quality engineers CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
for the Civil and Environmental engineering industry There is no fixed or standard career path for a Civil Engineer.
through excellent education, research and partnership with In Botswana you can join the vast construction industry,
the industry. The programme is quality assured by the consulting industry, Government Departments, Parastatals
Botswana Qualification Authority and a well-established and the mining industry. You can also opt to further pursue
advisory board made from professional civil engineers in your learning by joining the postgraduate programme at
the field. BIUST which will give you the opportunity to enter the
academic world and open your career path even wider. The
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering offers
MEng. and PhD degrees in all the major fields within the
department such as water, environmental, structural,
transportation and geotechnical engineering. Primary
objective of the post graduate programme is to enable one
to conduct intense/advanced research based on the
fundamentals of civil and environmental engineering that
can address national problems and provide high level of
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? human resource to the industry.
Civil engineering is arguably one of the oldest engineering
disciplines and continues to provide the largest RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
employment world-wide due to high demand of the much- A wide range of research are being conducted at both
needed construction industry. Civil engineers literally build undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These include
nations by way of construction and maintenance of large research on the treatment of wastewater for reuse, water
and most essential infrastructures such as roads, bridges, loss investigations, use of fly ash for building purposes, solid
railway lines, airports, buildings, dams, water supply and waste management, use of wastewater for irrigation, flood
wastewater treatment systems. management, investigation on pore water pressure in
WHAT WILL I STUDY? Kimberlite tailings, stability analysis of tailings dams, fly ash
Primary disciplines in civil engineering are structures, stabilisation of black cotton soil, modelling of pavement
construction materials, geotechnics, transport, water and performance, fly ash modified tiles, stabilisation of sand
environmental engineering. This programme will give you with fly ash.

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INTRODUCTION
The driving force in our contemporary society is the THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE;
engineer's ingenuity. There are only a few aspects of ® Analogue and Digital Electronics
modern society that are not affected by computers and ® Automation and Control systems
telecommunications. Computer Engineering has ushered in ® Electronic Circuit Design and Analysis
a lot of modern conveniences from microwave ovens, ® Computer Networks and Security
mobile phones, high and ultra-definition televisions, ® Analogue and Digital Communications
entertainment and automated systems, wireless high speed ® Digital Systems Design
internet technologies that are controlled by computer ® Data Structures and Algorithms
systems. Communicating information over short and long ® Microcontrollers
distances over wired and wireless networks, and the ® Digital Signal Processing
security of such data, networks, power lines and electrical ® Engineering Mathematics
distribution is central to engineers who specialise in ® Fundamentals of Communication Theory
Computer and Telecommunications Engineering. ® Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
® Mobile and Satellite networks & Infrastructure
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? ® Transmission and Switching Engineering
As the world moves further into knowledge economy, the
demand for high level qualifications has increased CAREER AND GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
exponentially. The computer and telecommunications Whether one aspires to be an entrepreneur, an engineer, a
revolution has particularly impacted economic growth in social scientist, an economist or a banker, then Computer
Africa and the world over. In order for Botswana, and the and Telecommunications Engineering will equip you with
other developing countries to compete with developed the necessary and crucial skills. There has never been a
countries, computer and telecommunications engineering greater need for Computer and Telecommunications
offer catalytic properties to speed up the process. The Engineers in high demand and well-paying industries.
course will equip students with the concepts, theories and Engineers can work in research and development (R&D)
principles underlying the science and mathematics of centres, creating the products of tomorrow to help make
electrical, computer and telecommunications engineering modern life convenient. Some of the potential careers
for a broad range of modern technologies. include consumer and professional electronics, robotics,
Defence, broadcasting and telecommunications and the
WHAT WILL I STUDY? information technology sectors.
Computer and Telecommunications Engineering have the
first two years common with other Engineering disciplines.
Students will learn the tools such as computer languages
and software, computer systems and architectures,
Networking and security, wired and wireless and mobile
communication systems and networks, Signal processing
technologies, convergence and broadband technologies.

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INTRODUCTION Sustainable Energy, Computer Programming, Digital Design

This is a 5-year programme which is concerned with the and Signals and Electromechanical Systems with increasing
study and application of electricity, electronics, and complexity as you advance in the programme.
electromagnetism. During the first year, the students are
introduced to mathematics, physics, writing skills, and THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
computing. In the subsequent years, the students learn ® Analogue and Digital Electronics
basic electrical and electronic concepts. Towards the end of ® Automation and Robotics
the programme, fine points of various areas of Electrical and ® Digital Signal Processing
Electronics Engineering are investigated. This programme ® Electric Power Systems
deals with power generation and distribution on a large- ® Electric Machines and Control
scale. It is a discipline that uses scientific knowledge of the ® Electrical Circuits & Devices
behaviour and effects of electrons to create components, ® Power Transmission and Distribution
devices, systems, or equipment that use electricity as part ® Electronic Circuit Design and Analysis
of their source of power. ® Electromagnetics
® Electromechanical Energy Conversion
® Digital Systems Design
® Micro-Controllers & Embedded Systems Micro-
electronic systems
® Solid State Electronics

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

The Electrical and Electronics programme grooms students
to have the flexibility to be whatever they choose to be in
later life. Electrical and Electronics Engineers are involved in
a wide variety of technology ranging from huge global
positioning systems which can pinpoint the location of a
moving vehicle to gigantic electrical power generators.
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? These Engineers are responsible for designing, developing,
Electrical and Electronics Engineering offers solutions to testing as well supervising the production of electrical and
some of the most critical problems facing the world today electronic equipment and machinery. Broadcast and
such as energy shortages and control, environmental telecommunication systems, electric motors, controls of
impact, constant need for information security and machinery, lights and wiring in building complexes, vehicles,
informatics. aircrafts, radar and navigation systems, power generation,
control and transmission devices which are used by electric
WHAT WILL I STUDY? utilities are all examples of equipment built by these
You will study varying levels of courses in Mathematics, engineers.
Energy Systems, Embedded Systems, Power Systems,

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INTRODUCTION WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Geological Engineering is the practical application of You will study fundamentals of Geological Sciences and
principles, concepts and techniques of the earth sciences to Engineering. The programme emphasizes the integration of
provide sustainable engineering solutions to human needs. Geosciences and Engineering with applications in areas
Geological Engineers help find the best ways to use earth's such as construction, foundation design, site selection,
resources to solve technological problems in an resource production, geo-hazard assessment and
environmentally sustainable manner. They deal with mitigation, waste disposal and restoration of pollution sites.
mineral resource exploitation and management,
environmental and geotechnical design involving rock, soil THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
and water interaction, and the non-destructive or ® Applied Hydrogeology
geophysical investigation of the subsurface environment for ® Engineering Geology
engineering purposes. ® Foundation Engineering
® Geotechnical Engineering
® Geographic Information Systems
® Exploration geology
® Mineralogy & Petrology

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

You can look forward to a secure and well-paid career in a
wide variety of organisations including mining, exploration
and construction companies, consulting firms, government
agencies, research laboratories and environmental
resources agencies. The programme also prepares you for
eligibility to study for postgraduate degrees in Geological
Engineering or related fields.

WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

Geological Engineering is a field oriented practical
discipline. It will expose students to methods and
techniques to protect the earth while still exploiting it
through careful industrial practices. This is of vital
importance given the extensive mining activities and
construction works in Botswana, the surrounding region
and globally.

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INTRODUCTION WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Adequate supply of mineral products at acceptable prices is Mining Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that includes
indispensable to modern industrialization. Mining elements of mining, geological, civil, mechanical, materials
Engineering involves the practice, theory, science, and mineral engineering. Students will learn how to carry
technology and application of extracting and processing of out mining efficiently and safely while ensuring
mineral resources economically and in a sustainable sustainability and minimal environmental impact.
manner. It also includes processing of minerals for value
addition purposes. THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
® Surface and Underground Mining Methods
® Explosives & Rock Fragmentation
® Soil & Rock Mechanics
® Mine Health & Safety
® Materials Handling
® Mine Planning and Design (Surface & Underground
Mines)
® Mine Ventilation

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

You can look forward to a secure and well-paid career in a
dynamic and challenging industry in mining and exploration
regions around the world, academia and the investment
banks. The programme also prepares you to be able to
undertake postgraduate studies and research.

WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

The course is designed to produce high quality mining
engineers who are capable of applying engineering and
technology to plan, design, operate and manage mining and
mineral projects anywhere in the world in an
environmentally friendly manner. Graduates are trained to
carry out professional duties using their knowledge of
sound engineering and environmental technology,
innovative and entrepreneurial skills to maximise returns
on investment.

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WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

If you are ingenious, probing, analytical and logical-oriented RESEARCH FACILITIES AND STUDENT SUPPORT
person; fascinated by how machines were made, designs The department has a number of laboratories to facilitate
and interactions of component parts, and interested in experiments, problem base learning (PBL) as well as
renewable energy sources and applications; then you research, among them are:
should pursue a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in ® 3D lab
Mechanical and Energy Engineering at Botswana ® Advanced machine lab
International University of Science and Technology. ® Machine shop
® Welding lab
WHAT WILL I EXPECT? ® Solar lab
Botswana International University of Science & Technology ® Materials lab
students are prepared for engineering careers that solve ® Thermofluids lab
real life societal problems, advance technology and improve ® Pyrolysis gasification plant
the quality of life for the global community. During your first
year of study, you will take preparatory courses in STEM CAREER PATHWAY
subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Introduction to ® This degree prepares you for a career in, but not
engineering, Engineering graphics, Workshop practice, limited to any of the following:
Computer science and Technical writing ® Manufacturing and product design
From second year of study, your required engineering ® Maintenance and Reliability
courses will focus on modules such as: ® Renewable energy
Ø Programming, Engineering Mathematics, Materials ® Heating, ventilation and air conditioning
Science, Fluid mechanics, Thermodynamics, Theory of ® Building energy efficiency
machines & mechanisms, Engineering mechanics, ® Advanced materials design
Renewable energy, Project management, Heat & Mass ® Energy management and conservation
transfer, Linear control system, energy efficiency & ® Nanotechnology and applications
management, Solar energy, Design of thermal systems ® Energy production (oil, gas and nuclear)
and other optional and elective modules.
CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
A graduate of mechanical & energy engineering at
During fourth year, second semester; students will be Botswana International University of Science and
attached to any of the reputable companies in the country Technology may pursue postgraduate studies in any
for an industrial work-base experience. university of choice in related research niche or field of
study.
As you progress towards your degree in your final year of
study, you will be required to solve a real-life problem based
on your research interest, via your final year project, under
the supervision of an academic staff of the department.

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INTRODUCTION APPLICATIONS
Mechatronics Engineering deals with systems that combine ® Automation and robotics
Mechanical, Electronics, Control, and Software components ® Servo-mechanics Sensing and control systems
together to create intelligent systems while Industrial ® Automotive engineering, automotive equipment in
Instrumentation is the science of measurements, the design of subsystems such as anti-lock braking
instrumentation, and control of process variables within a systems
production or manufacturing plant. ® Building automation / Home automation Computer-
machine controls, such as computer driven machines
Botswana has an established mining sector, but efforts are like CNC milling machines, CNC waterjets, and CNC
being made to diversify the economy away from minerals, plasma cutters
through manufacturing and other related production ® Expert systems
industries. Systems, processes, and machineries used in such ® Industrial goods
manufacturing and production industries are automated, ® Consumer products
hence electro-mechanical in nature. These types of systems ® Mechatronics systems
require well-rounded engineers who understand them from ® Medical mechatronics, medical imaging systems
all perspectives: mechanical, electrical & electronics, ® Structural dynamic systems
software and control. Hence, the need to train, develop and ® Transportation and vehicular systems
produce engineers with cross-disciplinary skills. ® Mechatronics as the new language of the automobile
® Computer aided and integrated manufacturing
The BIUST BEng. (Hons) Mechatronics and Industrial systems
Instrumentation programme is consistent with the ® Computer-aided design
requirements for industry 4.0. ® Engineering and manufacturing systems Packaging
® Microcontrollers / PLCs
® Microprocessors

Figure 1:
Components and Applications of Mechatronics
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® Full time

COURSE STRUCTURE
Mechatronics students take courses in various fields:
® Engineering Mathematics
® Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and
Engineering
® Electronics Engineering
® Electrical Engineering
® Computer Engineering (software & hardware
engineering)
® Computer Science
® Systems Engineering
® Control Engineering
® Telecommunications
® Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
® Data Science / Data Analytics
® Information Technology
® Robotics
® Project Management
® Entrepreneurship

CAREER PROSPECTS
Students who take up this programme can work as:
® Robotics Engineers
® Software Engineers
® Automation Engineers
® Control Systems Engineers
® Instrumentation Engineers
® Maintenance Engineers
® Reliability Engineers
® Asset Management Engineers
® Mechanical Design Engineers
® Data scientists/big Data Analysts
® Electronics Design Engineers
® Electrical design Engineers
® Research Engineers
® Systems Engineers
® Biomedical Engineers

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INTRODUCTION WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

It is concerned with the development, improvement, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering combines
implementation and evaluation of integrated systems of knowledge fields of Mathematics, Materials Science &
people, money, knowledge, information technology, Engineering; Materials Processing/Manufacturing
equipment, energy and materials to create products and Technologies; Design Engineering; Business & Human
services. It employs knowledge areas of mathematics, Resources Management; Computing and Social Sciences.
physical and social sciences together with the principles and The programme seeks to emphasise a broad skills and
methods of engineering design to specify, predict, and knowledge set necessary to provide practical solutions to
evaluate the results obtained from manufacturing systems industrial and technological problems across power
or processes generation, mining, equipment maintenance and repair,
manufacturing, defence, logistics and services industries in
Its underlying concepts overlap considerably with certain Botswana and the Southern African Development
business-oriented disciplines such as operations Community (SADC) region.
management, but the engineering side tends to emphasise
extensive mathematical proficiency and usage of WHAT WILL I STUDY?
quantitative methods in designing functional products You will study courses in engineering mathematics,
which meet customer's specifications. statistics, operations research, human factors and
ergonomics, production planning, advanced materials &
manufacturing processes, engineering design for
manufacturing processes, engineering economics, business
management, quality control and simulation & modelling of
engineering systems. The skills set you will acquire will
enhance the use of mathematical models and methods to
identify and come up with solutions for a range of technical
and scientific problems across a range of industries
including manufacturing. You will also participate in a work-
based training in reputable industries such as Debswana,
Botswana Power Co-operation, Morupule Coal Mines,
Xaaloo Technologies, Botswana Railway, Botswana Oil, Air
Botswana e.t.c.

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® Industrial Statistics & Quality Management
® Logistics & Supply Chain Management
® Engineering Mechanics
® Entrepreneurship
® Managing Business, People & Money
® Material Science & Engineering
® Manufacturing Technologies
® Advanced Manufacturing
® Production Methods and Planning
® Work study and Ergonomics Design for Manufacturing
® Engineering Ethics & Law
® Project Management
® Reliability and Maintenance Engineering
® Materials & Product Characterisation
® Engineering Law & Ethics

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

A graduate from this programme can expect to obtain
employment in all types of industries. They can join private
companies, private consultancy firms, manufacturing
industries, automobile, aeronautics, fabrication, designing,
government organisations and research institutions etc.

They can also work as Production and Operations Engineers,

Quality Assurance and Control Engineers,
Manufacturing/Process Engineers, Supply Chain Engineers,
Purchase Engineers, Technical Sales Engineers, Production
and Industrial Engineers. They can also pursue higher
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INTRODUCTION and products for the benefit of society. Accordingly, the

Welcome to the Department of Biological Sciences and department teaches fundamental knowledge and skills in
Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences, BIUST. Welcoming you the biological sciences for studying life in its different forms
to our department is also welcoming you to the science of while our training in biotechnology builds on that
the 21st century where Biology is playing a key role in knowledge and skill to enable students manipulate and
tackling major global challenges. To make use of its full exploit the biological systems in many fields of human
potential for the benefit of society, biology needs endeavor.
intelligent, competent and creative scientists. If you believe
you are one of them, come and join us and be part of this Our programme strongly emphasizes sustainable
exiting field of study where big discoveries are always utilization, management, conservation and restoration of
happening! natural resources. To support our mission, BIUST offers a
beautiful campus with new and state-of-the-art facilities for
We are currently witnessing an exciting revolution in the undergraduate and postgraduate research while the
biological sciences. After the first industrial revolution of department has a team of experts specialized in broad areas
the 19th century and the second technological revolution in of biological sciences and biotechnology. The programme
the area of computers/electronics in the 20th century, many also offers opportunities for field experiences, external
believe biotechnology is the third technological revolution laboratory visits and workplace attachments to ensure well-
of the 21st century. Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary rounded and market-ready graduates.
science that applies the principles of biology, chemistry,
physics, engineering, medicine, mathematics and computer MODULES
science to solve problems in health, agriculture, The programme includes courses that cover Principles of
environment, and industry. Therefore, the ultimate aim of Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Cell Biology,
the biotechnology revolution is to ensure food and Developmental Biology, Zoology, Biochemistry, Plant
nutritional security for an ever-growing world population, S c i e n c e s ( B o t a n y, P l a n t D e v e l o p m e n t a n d
to discover new diagnosis and treatment methods in Physiology),Molecular Biology, Bioprocess Engineering,
medicine, to generate new and novel industrial products Enzyme Technology, Protein Chemistry, Metabolic
from renewable resources, to produce renewable energy, to Engineering, Biotechnology (Environmental, Industrial,
ensure clean and safe water, and to maintain and as well as Animal and Plant), Immunotechnology, Tissue Culture,
remediate our environment for the present and future Research methods and Ethics. Theory, case studies and
generations. practical applications of traditional and current content are
offered to enhance perspective and encourage critical
In order to use the full potential of biotechnology, thinking and critical analysis.
understanding basic biological principles is a prerequisite.
Our goal at the Department of Biological Sciences and CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Biotechnology is, therefore, to equip our students with Manufacturing industry, health, agriculture, environmental
basic understanding of life in its different forms and to apply protection, research institutes and institutions of higher
the acquired knowledge in developing bio-based processes learning among many others.

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 Award: BSc Duration: 4 years

INTRODUCTION i. Research into mining bi-product utilisation,

The need for Chemists in Botswana, the region and ii. Research into Environmentally Cleaner Production
internationally has been indicated in various reports, Technologies and
surveys and documents such as the Botswana National iii. Research into improved extraction and processing
Research, Science and Technology Plan Final Report (2005). technologies.
The Botswana Human Resources Development Council (Top
Occupations in high Demand as of December 2016) lists Graduates of the Pure and Applied Chemistry programme at
Water Chemists and Chemical Technicians as being in BIUST puts Botswana in a strategic position in so far as
demand in Botswana. analysis of the chemicals arising from mining is concerned,
their environmental impact as well as benefits that can be
derived from useful by products emanating from mining
activities. In Addition, Chemistry is required to support
other disciplines such as biology, engineering, pharmacy,
and medicine.

The Pure and Applied Chemistry programme will also cover

materials chemistry where new discoveries such as
nanomaterials or new functional materials have the
capacity to make major and immediate contributions to
growth in the manufacturing industry. Botswana as a cattle
country has potential for vibrant soap and leather
industries. In addition to this, Botswana has the potential to
develop fluids and drugs.

Botswana can also convert its huge supply of coal into high
According to the Department of Research and Technology value petroleum and chemical products. This could replace
report (DRST 2019), chemistry professionals are required in imported fuels and other chemicals. Water is a scarce
the mining, energy, agriculture and health sectors. Chemists natural resource in Botswana, owing to the country being
are among the 42 professional categories enjoying scarce semi-arid (Botswana Climate Variability and Change:
skill allowance in the civil service owing to their scarcity in Understanding the Risks Draft Policy Note 2010) and this has
Botswana. put constraint to economic development and growth for the
agricultural (irrigation) and mining sectors. As a result,
Botswana's economic development has been heavily future growth of these sectors will require much more
dependent on mining and as such Botswana has undertaken emphasis on re-use of wastewater, rainwater harvesting
research in Chemistry aimed at contributing to improved and desalination. Graduates of the Pure and Applied
value addition and beneficiation of natural resources Chemistry programme will be critical in these regard in
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are safe for use and consumption by people and animals. programme. The following are some of the government and
Therefore, the purpose of the Pure and Applied Chemistry private industry organisations where the Pure and Applied
programme is to produce graduates with good foundation Chemistry programme students are placed for their
knowledge and skills that draw from analytical chemistry, industrial attachment.
materials chemistry, drug design and development.
Graduates will be able to develop and use of analytical (i) Botswana National Environmental Laboratory
techniques to obtain data to solve environmental problems (ii) Department of Water and Sanitation
such as pollution of the air, soil, and water. Graduates will (iii) Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA)
also be able to develop and synthesize new materials and (iv) Botswana Institute for Technology Research and
subsequent processes, apply research skills to conduct Technology (BITRI)
applied research to address various materials science (v) Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI)
problems involving applied chemistry facing the country (vi) Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI)
and the world at large working in multidisciplinary teams. (vii) Botswana National Veterinary Laboratory (BNVL)
Furthermore, the graduates will be to develop drugs and (viii)Morupule B Power Station
pharmaceutical products at both research and production (ix) Morupule coal mine
level. This critical area of the sciences is at the core of the (x) Botswana Ash
rapidly expanding healthcare sector. (xi) Mupane Gold Mine
(xii) Kgalagadi Soap Industries
MODE OF TEACHING (xiii) Okavango Research Institute (ORI)
The teaching and learning in this programme is carried (xiv) Water Utilities Corporation (WUC)
out using the following modes; (xv) Dulux Botswana
(i) Face-to-face classroom teaching and learning (xvi) Kgalagadi Breweries Limited
(ii) E-learning
(iii) Laboratory practical classes
(iv) Internship (part of curriculum)
(v) Work-based learning (for credit)
(vi) Entrepreneurship, incubation
(vii) Multidisciplinary learning
(viii)Student centred learning
(ix) Problem based learning
(x) Inquiry based learning
(xi) Student participation in research
(xii) Blended Learning

INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT
After completion of their third year of study, students are
placed on industrial attachment at various government and
private sector organisations for a period of three months.
The industrial attachment comprises the Work-based
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AVAILABLE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
The BSc Pure and Applied chemistry programme also
exposes learners to research activities taking place in the
department. Students are required to join an academic
research group in their final year and carry out a research
project under the supervision of an academic staff. The
following are some of the research activities in the
department that the learners will be exposed to;
i. Sensor Development and Monitoring
ii. Novel Chemical Materials and Energy

CAREER PROSPECTS
After completion of the BSc Pure and Applied Chemistry,
graduates can find employment in both government and
the private sector. In addition, students can proceed to do
postgraduate studies at both Masters and PhD level. The
following are the possible career paths for the graduates
(i) Water Chemists
(ii) Soil Scientists
(iii) Environmental Protection Professionals
(iv) Chemical Technicians
(v) Research Technicians
(vi) Science and Technology Researchers
(vii) Environmental Managers
(viii) Safety, Health, Environment and Quality
Practitioners
(ix) Air Pollution Analyst
(x) Food and Beverage Chemists
(xi) Manufacturing Chemists
(xii) Water Inspectors
(xiii) Site Chemist
(xiv) Materials Chemist
(xv) Research and Development Chemist
(xvi) Development Chemist
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 Award: BSc Duration: 4 years

This is a four-year teaching and learning programme which Computing as well as learn technical writing and academic
is carried out using the following modes: literacy skills. Practical chemistry laboratory sessions help
them to master basic preparative and analytical skills. They
(i) Face-to-face classroom teaching and learning will also spend a portion of their time in the laboratory and
(ii) E-learning the rest in lectures and tutorials.
(iii) Laboratory practical classes
(iv) Internship (part of curriculum) Years 2 & 3
Students will be taught fundamental inorganic, organic,
INTRODUCTION biological, and physical chemistry, analytical chemistry and
The students will be introduced to principles of Forensic be introduced to some forensic science modules including
science, covering elements that range from crime scene to forensic toxicology, forensic counterfeits, and others.
court room. You will get the chance to analyse and Introductions to crime scene investigations, evidence
investigate a range of evidence in both outdoor and indoor handling and processing as well as the court process will be
crime scene rooms and the forensic laboratories. Our undertaken. There will also be a choice of other subject
students also get hands-on experience with specialist electives to choose from. Laboratory work increases and
analytical equipment and get an opportunity to learn becomes more advanced to four enhance your practical
outside the classroom too. This includes visits to local and skills. Group exercises will be introduced to develop
international forensic science labs, courts of law, morgues, presentational skills. In addition, you are given the
and working with local law enforcement agencies such the opportunity to take elective classes including forensic
Botswana Police Service, Department of wildlife and the science, drug discovery, chemical engineering, and subjects
army. from other areas of the university. Business and
Entrepreneurship skills are also introduced. Students will
undertake a 3 month long industrial placement, specialising
in either forensic or analytical chemistry and biology, and
will specialise in research and knowledge exchange.

Year 4
In the final year, students will take more advanced modules
of forensic science. These include DNA analysis, toxicology,
analytical chemistry, and others. They will also participate in
crime scene reconstruction exercise. In addition, students
will undertake a research project leading to the submission
of a dissertation in a specialist topic of choice. This work will
WHAT STUDENTS WILL STUDY be performed in partnership work with full-time
Year 1 researchers from different departments and stakeholders.
Some of the foundation lectures students will take include
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FACILITIES
Our laboratories and other university departments have a
range of specialist equipment to allow our students to gain
hands-on experience on the state-of-the-art equipment
used in both industry and research.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Upon graduating, students will be ready to join a global
network of both local and international graduates; our
forensic are highly respected throughout the world. The
degree qualifies one as an all-round forensic scientist, with
thorough training in the applications of forensic science.
Graduates of this course go on to careers as Laboratory
forensic scientists, Crime scene investigators, Fire/Arson
investigators, Wildlife forensic experts, Customs and
Boarder forensicexperts, Science teachers in secondary
schools, Laboratory scientists, Research scientists in
Forensic science, Entrepreneurs etc.

POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Many graduates from this course can proceed to enroll and
complete both Master's and PhD in Forensic Sciences or
related filed here at the BIUST or elsewhere. Such fields
include Forensic Toxicology, Forensic Chemistry, Forensic
Biology, Forensic and Transnational crimes, Chemistry (Drug
Design and Development) and Chemistry (Environmental
and Analytical Chemistry) The course empowers students
for life after graduation, be that employment or further
study.

STUDENT COMPETITIONS
The Dean of Science recognises exceptional performance
each year through the Dean's certificate for the best
students in the faculty.

ACCREDITATION
Our programme is accredited by the Botswana
Qualifications Authority(BQA).

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INTRODUCTION countless. Choosing the BIUST Computer Science degree in

Computer Science is the study of computational systems this digital age will enable you to be at the forefront of the
involving designing, building, evaluating performance of next greatest technological innovations. With computer
computer hardware and software. It spans theory and
practice through programming languages and the technologies playing an ever-growing role in all aspects of
development of computing solutions to our everyday life's modern life, in a four-year time you will likely find your
problems. The necessities of the programme include Computer Science skills in high demand across many
designing and analysing relevant algorithms and/or different industries. Computer Science manifestations
application software. indirectly affect areas such as medicine, business, law,
physical and life sciences, therefore this means Computer
One of the essential things Computer Science students Science related careers are available in different discipline
study, is how to logically think through a problem and find a altogether. The computation power of computers has been
way to solve it. Computer scientists use technology to solve increasing exponentially over the years thereby allowing us
technical and social problems. They develop applications to address problems that seemed intractable only a few
for mobile devices, websites, and software. Computer years ago. This power is anticipated to keep increasing
scientists are needed in every type of industry, from big tech allowing computer scientists to solve even bigger problems.
firms, health care, and government agencies to start-ups Therefore, the relevance of Computer Science is ever
and non-profit organizations. They theorise, design, increasing in our lives and this will remain so in the coming
develop, and apply the software and hardware for the years.
programmes we use day in day out.

The field of Computer Science spans several core areas:

computer architecture, high performance computing,
software systems, graphics, artificial intelligence and
machine learning, computational science, software
engineering, computer systems and networks, security and
forensic computing, database systems, human computer
interaction, vision and graphics, formal methods and
automata theory, bioinformatics, and simulation of
complex societal and systems situations. The programme
also has strong connections to other science and
engineering disciplines.

WHY IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR ME?

Following the current world trends in required professional
skills (Computer Science are most demanded), future
opportunities in the field of Computer Science are

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WHAT WILL I STUDY? database administrators, and many more.
Computer Science is a discipline that has grown to be the
backbone of a functional society proving pivotal to The Computer Science and Software Engineering graduates
medicine, biology, entertainment, business, banking, can also continue at the postgraduate level, as the
sociology to archaeology. The modules you will study department offers both Masters' and PhD programmes in
include (the list is non-exhaustive): different areas within Computer Science.
® Foundations of Computation
® Object-Oriented Programming
® Artificial Intelligence
® Mobile Computing
® Software Engineering
® Data Warehousing and Mining
® Computer Forensics
® Databases
® Professional Issues and Ethics
® Operating Systems Computer Architecture
® Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science
® Computer Networks
® Internet Programming
® Distributed Systems and HPC
® Data Compression
® Corporate Network Security
® Cryptography
® Software Analysis and Testing Human Computer
Interaction
® Major Project in Computer Science (to be done in the
fourth year in two semesters), etc.

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDIES OPPORTUNITIES

Our Computer Science graduates' knowledge, skills and
competence are based on principles which will outlast
today's technology, making them highly sought after by
industry and commerce alike. Career opportunities exist in a
range of technology industries or visually every industry
that relies on technology to develop products or provide
technological services. Popular computer science career
paths include Software engineers, programmers, network
engineers, network administrators, Web developers, Cyber
Security specialists, Computer Forensics investigators,

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INTRODUCTION
Information Systems involve designing, implementing and WHY IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR ME?
evaluating computer systems that addresses organisational The world is undergoing an information explosion. At the
needs. The programme BSc Information Systems and Data same time businesses are becoming more competitive.
Management develops your skills and knowledge in Individuals with the skills to help businesses innovate and
software development, programming languages, better serve their customers are becoming more and more
networking and the design and implementation of valuable. The BIUST Information Systems and Data
computer systems and information systems. The Management programme enables you to manage data,
Information Systems degree is flexible and relevant to the information and knowledge resources within an
ever-changing information technology environment. As a organisation, giving you a competitive advantage in the
graduate, you will become a better problem-solver and current information driven era.
innovative thinker than the students taught Computer
Science (where the main focus is on programming). Working closely with our industry partners (CIO of the
Information Systems as a discipline encompasses topics leading Botswana companies) we, as a department, ensure
such as systems planning, requirements elicitation, system all modules remain relevant to modern industry trends and
development, system development, system developments. Students implement real-world projects and
implementation and decision and knowledge systems. interact with and learn from industry professionals to
Rather than being about developing and enhancing the ensure their career-readiness upon graduation.
performance of computers (as Computer Science), Botswana is now entering a new era requiring professionals
Information Systems as a discipline is about client-facing with skills in Information Systems in order to enable and
and making computer systems work within the boarder sustain our modern life in this advent of greatest
socio-technical context. technological innovations. Advances in Information
Technology affect every aspect of daily activities in science,
medicine, business, law, and many more. Information
Systems skills become crucial to leverage the ever-
increasing computational power.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems programme
provides foundation knowledge of both Computer Science
fundamentals and organisational aspects of Information
Technology, including the following modules which you will
study (the list is non-exhaustive):

® Foundations of Computation
® Object-Oriented Programming
® Mobile Computing

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® Software Engineering manager, hospital system administrator, computer system
® Data Warehousing and Mining officer, information centre manager, computer educator,
® Web Design and Development database administrator.
® Databases .
® Professional Issues and Ethics
BSc Information Systems graduates can also continue at the
® Information Management
® Computer Architecture postgraduate level, as the department offers both Masters'
® Project Management for IT and PhD programmes in different areas within Information
® Computer Networks Systems.
® Internet Programming
® System Analysis Business Process Modelling
® Corporate Network Security
® IT Infrastructure
® ICT and The Society
® Human Computer Interaction
® System Development Methodologies
® Major Project in Information Systems (to be done in
the fourth year in two semesters), etc

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDIES OPPORTUNITIES

Your Information Systems knowledge, skills and
competence will be highly valued in the
organisational/industrial setting. You will be able to work in
a range of industries including: business, financial services,
technology, health, telecommunications, public sector, and
many more.

One example of a career for an Information Systems

graduate is to become a systems analyst. A systems analyst
works with people to introduce or expand appropriate
technology within their business or organisations according
to their needs. The emphasis is on understanding the
human need and ensuring that the final solution satisfies
that needs. Hence, an information system professional is a
leading figure in both organisational change and
organisational performance.

Other career opportunities include business systems

analyst, IS/IT architect, IT infrastructure developer, network
developer, technical manager, IT solution lead, application
developer, data engineer, technology specialist, project

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INTRODUCTION
The Earth is a dynamic and active planet, as revealed by
events including volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunamis,
fires and floods. To understand how our planet works, how it
has evolved and what we know about its future, the
disciplines and principles of Physics, Chemistry and Biology
are integral components of Earth and Environmental
Sciences.

The understanding of the Earth and the processes that

shape it is at the heart of many economic, social, and
environmental issues; energy and mineral exploration; safe
disposal of industrial and municipal wastes; preservation of
ground water supplies; the choice of sites for development;
the impact of climate change on our social and economic
support systems and many others, all these issues that will WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
become more complex as demands on the Earth and its There has never been a better or more important time to
resources increase. In recent times, the concern for our study Earth and Environmental Sciences. Increasingly,
environment is increasing because of industrialisation and environmental legislation is forcing businesses to account
many other activities causing environmental deterioration for their contribution on environmental impact, and with
due to pollution/contamination. It is generally accepted many countries putting sustainability at the heart of their
that a degraded environment cannot support good life. policies, there is a growing shortage of skilled personnel to
manage resources sustainably for future generations.

This programme will cover the importance of understanding

earth systems (past, present, and future); the integration of
theoretical and practical investigation; a holistic and
multidisciplinary scientific approach; the importance of
spatial and temporal scale; the importance of the concepts
of sustainability and sustainable development; the
examination of resource use and environmental
management. This programme will provide sufficient
knowledge of both theoretical principles and practical
details which would enable the graduates to undertake self-
employment. The graduates will be able to build up culture
of self-reliance that is all in line with the vision, mission, and
objectives of the University.

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WHAT WILL I STUDY?
You start this programme by studying the basic sciences
(Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematical Sciences)
and later on combining relevant core and optional Earth
Sciences and Environmental Sciences modules.

THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:

® Earth and its materials
® Global Climate and Environmental Change
® Earth surface processes
® Environmental Geology and Waste Management
® Environmental Pollution and Remediation
® Mineral Exploration and Economic Geology
® Hydrogeology and Water Resources
® Energy and Environment
® Remote sensing in Earth and Environmental Sciences
® Geographic Information Systems
® Soils and geomorphology
® Structural Geology and Field Methods
® Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
® Atmospheric Physics and Chemistry
® Geology of Southern Africa and Botswana
® Petroleum geology
® Research methods
® Palaeopedology and Quaternary environments
® Research project (final year)

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

This programme will equip you with the skills and
knowledge necessary for careers in environmental,
agricultural, engineering and ecological consultancies;
regulatory authorities and government agencies; industry
and private companies; conservation and natural resource
management and research; environmental impact
assessment. The communication, numeric and IT skills
gained will also equip you for business or education-
oriented careers. Students may go on to postgraduate
study, either at Master's level, or at Doctorate level for those
wishing to pursue an academic career.

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INTRODUCTION
Environmental Science is a quintessential interdisciplinary THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
scientific field with teaching and research goals of
understanding Earth's dynamic history and processes that ® Introduction to biophysical environments
integrate the four terrestrial spheres: lithosphere, ® Environmental microbiology
hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere for responsible ® Environmental impact assessment
stewardship of the Earth and her natural resources. ® Global Climate & Environmental Change
Environmental Science provides a quantitative and ® Natural Resource Management
qualitative approach to the study of human-environment ® Environmental pollution and remediation
interactions and their impacts as well as the concept of ® Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems
sustainability. ® Soils and geomorphology
® Climate modelling
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? ® Water Resource and Hydrology
Environmental scientists work on subjects like the ® Environmental law and policy
understanding of Earth processes, evaluating alternative ® Research methods
energy systems, pollution control and mitigation, natural ® Palaeopedology and Quaternary environments
resource management, and the effects of global climate ® Waste management
change. Environmental issues almost always include an ® Botswana Wetlands and Ecology
interaction of physical and biological processes with human ® Environmental Quality
impacts and development. Environmental Scientists bring a ® Bioethics and Safety
systems approach to the analysis of environmental ® Environmental Mutagenes and Mutagenesis
problems. Key elements of an effective environmental ® Research Project (final year)
scientist include the ability to relate space and time
relationships as well as quantitative analysis. This CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
programme will provide sufficient knowledge of both A degree in Environmental Science will pave the way for
theoretical principles and practical details which would many careers opportunities both in academia and industry.
enable the graduates to undertake self-employment. The These include jobs in Ecology Sustainability, Green Living,
graduates will be able to build up culture of self-reliance that Atmospheric Science, Environmental Chemistry, Natural
is all in line with the vision, mission and objectives of the Resources Conservation, Tourism as well as management of
university. contaminated sites (e.g. illegal dumping sites, abandoned
mines, mine tailings, etc.). As many countries move toward
WHAT WILL I STUDY? cleaner energy choices, and sustainable development,
The programme will offer you analytical and practical skills Environmental Science is a career field that is poised to grow
in a range of areas including pollution and control, larger and stronger with each passing year.
ecosystems, urbanization, population dynamics,
environmental management and the management of
biodiversity.

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INTRODUCTION will study a combination or core and optional geoscience

The BSc in Geology includes the study of the Earth system, modules including a winter semester dedicated to field
its continents, oceans, and its atmosphere. It encompasses mapping and reporting.
the physical and chemical sciences, and will give you a full
understanding of the Earth's history, including the THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
formation and evolution of landmasses through magmas, ® Earth and its materials
erosion and deformation. The more that is known about the ® Earth surface processes
Earth's materials, formation, and structure the better we ® Environmental Geology
can plan their use and prevent their waste. This ® Geological Mapping
understanding applies to economic, social, and ® Geophysics and Exploration
environmental issues related to water, soil, oil, mineral and ® Geochemistry and Exploration
energy exploration; rehabilitation of mined areas, safe ® Hydrogeology and Water Resources
disposal of industrial and municipal wastes; preservation of ® Mineralogy and Mineral Microscopy
groundwater supplies; the choice of sites for dams, nuclear ® Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
power plants and high-rise buildings. ® Mineral Exploration and Economic Geology
® Mining and Evaluation of Mineral Resources
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? ® Petroleum Geology
Mineral resources dominate the Botswana national ® Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
economy (diamonds, copper/nickel and coal), and this will ® Engineering Geology
continue to be increased by diversification in terms of the ® Structural Geology and Tectonics
types of minerals explored (e.g., gold, silver, uranium), gas ® Research methods
production and geothermal capacity. It is important that the ® Geology of Southern Africa and Botswana
backbone of the economy is maintained and enhanced ® Research project (final year)
through innovative and substantial downstream
processing. In view of the commitment of Botswana to CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
diversify its economy it will become more and more The programme allows graduates to become professional
important to have graduates that can fully appreciate the Geoscientists in a range of careers in Mineral and Petroleum
Earth system in its entirety. This programme will produce Exploration, Mining and Quarrying, Geosciences
graduates who have the expertise to join the resources Information Analysis, Hydrogeology and Engineering
sector in Botswana and elsewhere in the region, through Consultancy. Students may go on to postgraduate study,
the exploration and resource development of minerals, either at Master'slevel, usually with a particular specialised
energy, and groundwater and surface water systems. career path in mind, or at Doctorate level for those wishing
to pursue an academic career. The communication, numeric
WHAT WILL I STUDY? and IT skills you will gain also make you a good candidate for
You start this programme by studying the basic sciences business and education-oriented careers.
(Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematical Sciences).
Starting from the second year of the Geology Degree you

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INTRODUCTION skills necessary for problem solving and the modelling of

Mathematics is "the Queen of the Sciences" which centres natural phenomena.
on concepts such as quantity, structure, space, and change, THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:
and the academic discipline which studies them. ® Algebra
Mathematics has its roots many millennia ago in the ® Analysis
systematic development of methods to solve practical ® Computational Mathematics
problems. In the modern age the breadth of the ® Financial Mathematics
applicability of Mathematics is immense not just in the ® Information & Coding Theory
areas of Science, Technology and Engineering but in ® Linear Algebra
Medicine, Business, Commerce and Finance. The principles ® Mathematics Modelling
and methods of mathematics are used in these fields to ® Mechanics
model real world processes and activities. ® Numerical analysis
® Complex Analysis
® Number Theory
® Optimization

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

Employers greatly value the intellectual skills and rigour in
reasoning, the familiarity with numerical and symbolic
thinking and the analytic approach to problem solving that
well trained graduates in pure and applied mathematics
have. Data and experience show that graduates in
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? Mathematics usually find employment, in fields as diverse
The applicability of Mathematics is expanding as more areas as teaching, research, industry, banking and insurance
of human work and endeavour require the analytical model companies, commerce, as well as in other government
building approach of modern mathematics. This agencies where judicious planning of resources and
programme will produce graduates who have the expertise implementation of policies are required.
to work as pure mathematicians and applied For instance, in operations research, mathematicians use
mathematicians in engineering, science based industry, mathematical modelling, computer software or other
commerce and in the public and private sectors in both analytical approaches, to examine and analyse systems and
research and education. operational procedures that will be used in developing
strategic policies and in decision making. Operations
WHAT WILL I STUDY? research is particularly useful in military operations.
Mathematics is at the heart of problem solving and decision Students may go on to postgraduate study, either at
making in modern society and plays a crucial role in virtually Master's level, usually with a career path in mind, or at
all industries. A combination of pure and applied Doctorate level for those wishing to pursue an academic
mathematics will provide the broad knowledge base and career.

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INTRODUCTION THE MODULES YOU WILL STUDY INCLUDE:

Statistics is the Science of learning from data. As a discipline, ® Mathematical Foundations: Calculus and Linear
it is concerned with the collection, management, analysis, Algebra
and interpretation of data, as well as the effective ® Mathematical Statistics
communication and presentation of results of the analysis. ® Probability
Statistics is the basis for the quantitative reasoning ® Statistical Methods
necessary for making advances in the Sciences, Agriculture, ® Biostatistics,
Medicine, Industry and for making business and public ® Experimental Design
policy decisions. ® Industrial Statistics
® Survey Sampling

CAREER AND GRADUATE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

One advantage of working in Statistics is that you can
combine your interest with almost any other field in science,
technology, education or business.
As a Biostatistician, you can work in the field of Health,
Medicine and the Biological Sciences, using your statistical
skills in the following areas: Animal Health, Clinical Trials,
Epidemiology, Genetics, Pharmacology, Public Health,
Ecology, and Forestry.
Statisticians also work in Business and Industry - Agriculture,
Information Technologies, Engineering, Finance, Risk
WHY IS THIS COURSE FOR ME? Assessment, Insurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Quality
The programme in Statistics will provide you with the Improvement and Reliability. Your statistical skills can also
necessary skills and tools in quantitative reasoning to find you work in various Government Departments,
extract information intelligently from the vast quantities of Research Institutions and NGOs that are involved in sample
data generated in almost all spheres of human activity in the surveys and in monitoring and evaluation. Students may go
modern world. If you have an inclination towards on to postgraduate study at the Masters, usually with a
mathematical reasoning, then Statistics is an option for you. career path in mind or at the Doctoral level for those wishing
to pursue an academic career.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The programme in Statistics will provide you with a sound
and broad knowledge, offering skills in rational decision
making, data analysis and modelling of random
phenomena.

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 Award: BSc Duration: 4 years

INTRODUCTION are currently experiencing shortages in the labour market

(short term) or will show relatively strong employment
growth (long term). Physics graduates from BIUST will
readily be absorbed into existing and future job markets
locally, in the region and beyond.

PHYSICISTS ARE HIGHLY EMPLOYABLE IN DIVERSE

PROFESSIONS:
A BIUST Physics qualification will equip one with critical,
scarce skills that are in high demand by local, regional, and
international employers spanning diverse professions.
Many physicists are employed by the private sector to solve
complex technical problems in the fields of engineering,
computer science, and information science, whereas the
rest are either self-employed or work for educational
institutions, government sectors, or in non-scientific
organizations, such as: consulting firms, trading companies,
investment groups, and international banks, patent
attorney offices.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed

PHYSICS IN THE MOST BASIC SCIENCE: towards the realization of vision of Faculty of Sciences which
Physics is the most fundamental Science and underpins the is to be a World Class Centre for Research, Education and
foundations of all Science, Technology and Engineering. Innovation in the Sciences.
Physics seeks to uncover, formulate, and apply the laws of
Nature to benefit humankind through technological Our teaching and research programmes are aligned with
innovation, examples being the invention of the World Botswana's national priorities (as expressed in Vision 2036),
Wide Web, the first digital computer, the satellite, detector to develop sustainable human capacity through the
technologies employed in cameras, smartphones, and assimilation of knowledge and skills to drive
medical imaging devices. industrialization in the region. Departmental research areas
include:
A HIGH DEMAND FOR PHYSICISTS:
There is a serious shortage of skilled scientists, engineers, ® Materials Science, with focus on thin films,
and technologists, in Botswana, the region, and globally. optoelectronics, solar energy materials, advanced
The Governments of Botswana and South Africa have characterization techniques, nanomaterials and their
emphasized the high demand for Physics and Astronomy applications in electronics, pharmacological and food
occupations in the region, meaning that these occupations industries.

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® Applied Nuclear Physics and Technology, with focus on transferable to all other scientific, engineering, and non-
radiation damage to nuclear detector materials, scientific disciplines.
accelerator-based production of radio-isotopes, dense
nuclear matter, development and application of UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
nuclear technologies for studying and addressing local Minimum Points for Best 6 subjects: 38 points; Minimum
problems and monitoring environmental radiation; Points for Mathematics (minimum Grade of C) and two
® A s t r o n o my a n d A s t r o p h y s i c s , w i t h fo c u s Science subjects/double Science: 20 points; Minimum
onextragalactic astrophysics using N-body simulations Grade for English language:
and dynamical modelling to study dark matter and Grade D.
galaxy evolution, exploding stars, properties of pulsars.
® Complex Systems, with focus on: Nonlinear Dynamics POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME:
and Chaos in Complex Physical Systems, Biophysics, Students with a bachelor's degree in physics may enroll for
Quantum information Science and Engineering Masters and Doctoral programmes (by research) in any of
the Departmental research specializations.
. RESEARCH EQUIPMENT:
Researchers have on-campus access to following specialized CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
eq u ip ment : X - R ay D iff ra cto meter, UV/ V I S/ NI R A Physics degree provides a pathway into a wide variety of
Spectrophotometer, Coating System, Atomic Force exciting and rewarding careers across the Science,
Microscope, Atomic Emission Spectrometer, Raman Technology, Engineering and Mathematics spectrum. These
Spectrometer, Scanning Electron Microscope and Electron include education (both basic and tertiary); energy
Microprobe, a Solar Simulator and a Keithley Multimeter. companies; diagnostic and research laboratories; the
banking industry; government agencies; mining,
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME: engineering and manufacturing companies. Self-
Our Department offers a four-year Bachelor of Science employment is also a potentially lucrative avenue in an
Degree in Physics designed to provide students with a emerging economy such as Botswana. The degree will also
strong foundation in the fundamentals of Physics, while lead to opportunities for higher education locally,
emphasizing the increasingly interdisciplinary role played regionally, or internationally, which is an excellent chance to
by physicists in the scientific and technological community. visit other countries and be exposed to alternative ideas and
The curriculum focuses on preparing students with a practices.
rigorous theoretical, experimental, and computational
education in Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, For enquiries, please contact:
Thermal and Statistical Physics, and Quantum Physics, while Professor Gregory C. Hillhouse
also exposing students to departmental research Head of Department
specializations in Materials Science, Applied Nuclear and Department of Physics and Astronomy
Radiation Physics, Astronomy and Astrophysics, and Botswana International University of Science and
Complex Systems. Furthermore, students will acquire Technology
sought-after, scarce skills (problem-solving, investigation, Phone: +267 4931564
analytical, communication, innovation, entrepreneurship, Email: [email protected]
Information Technology, good working habits and
personality traits, and ethical behavior) that are

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 Resources, Facilities & Services for Students

[email protected] due to COVID-19.

® Electronic collection includes databases; e-journals and
e-books. The electronic collection can be used 24/7
from any location accessible at:
https://biulms.biust.ac.bw/
Space & Facilities
® Discussion rooms / Group study areas:Safe,
discussion or group study areas. Users must follow
COVID-19 protocols and practice social distancing.
® Reading Space: The library has a sitting capacity of
500, with access to computers located on second
floor at presidential Collection@BIUST.

Dedicated quiet study areas: This quiet and serene area is

available during library open hours; it is set to help sharpen
the mind and improve concentration for the readers who
prefer quietness to stay focused with less distraction while
Literacy is the most basic currency of the knowledge studying. Study areas are available in the library & at remote
economy- Barack Obama locations. However, spaces in the main library are limited
due to COVID-19 regulations. To book a study space inside
t h e l i b r a r y, f i l l i n a f o r m a c c e s s e d a t
Library service's core responsibility is to facilitate access to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnQHJvOrM
multiple and flexible information sources, resources, and LlHva81a2w_t1cBSZvyLqfceqQw_Kh00WRXV46w/viewfor
services for teaching, learning and research. The library is a m, or through the library Facebook page. The use of
fountain of information for students to increase their personal computer is allowed in this space
knowledge and understanding of concepts. The ® Remote reading space
management and usage of the resources is managed ® Library computer labs: Computer rooms available
through a fully automated library system that enables (annex to the main library)
seamless 24/7 access. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, it is Services
mandatory for users to follow COVID-19 protocols while ® 24/7 access to electronic information resources even
using the library. beyond the four walls of the library.

Resources ® A student's library account should be active to access

Collection: The library has a vast collection of information e-resources
resources in both print and electronic formats.
® Print collections (i.e. books, magazines etc.) are housed ® BIUST Catalogue: It is an Online Public Access
within the library and request is sent through the Catalogue (OPAC) and it is the starting point for easy

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 access to the library information resources. It informs Librarians who will assist students find the best
you on what is available; in what format (print or resources for assignments, projects, and papers.
electronic); and where it is located. It accessible at:
https://biulms.biust.ac.bw/ ® Research workshops: The library organises workshops
that are targeted to students' specific needs.
® Circulation Services: This service is available for
students to borrow out and return library ® Library outreach programmes: Student centred
materials.Circulation desk also serves as the library programs to engage with the library to build collections
inquiry or information desk. Inquiries and book and services that you need; learn how to research; and
request are sent through [email protected] participate as a responsible citizen of the global
Books are returned through a book drop dubbed information environment.
"Morongwa" by the library entrance.
® Presidential Collection@BIUST: this is special and rare
® Information literacy skills: In the transforming ICT led collection that show cases the legacy of both the
environment, learners need skills to navigate different present and past presidents of the Republic of
information networks and platforms. Special Botswana, a one stop shop for information on
Information literacy skills are needed to be able to Botswana presidents. It is accessible in the main library.
access, use and generate information. The library has a
unique information literacy skills program for BIUST Technology Mediated Tools
first years. The students learn how to identify, find, Ø The library has developed an Institutional Repository
evaluate, and use information effectively; It fosters to enable global access and visibility of BIUST research
effective self-service among students and create output. Thesis; conference papers; journal articles etc
lifelong and self-directed learners. can be accessed here. https://repository.biust.ac.bw/
Ø Library Guide has been developed specifically for
® Inter Library Loans: In cases where a requested item is students as a one stop shop for specific subject
not owned by BIUST library, it is sourced through a materials.
special partnership with other local and international Ø Online reference service desk: It assists users in finding
libraries. The library facilitates access to the needed the information they require, on how to access and use
information item on behalf of the user at no cost. it to meet their needs.Users can send their inquiries
through
® Course reserves: Lecturers or Instructors may place the [email protected]
special recommended course materials in the library.
The library reserves and manages this collection to
enable fair sharing and usage through special
borrowing terms, this is for use within the library only
for a specified period. The reserved collection also
includes any other special or high demand information
sources.

® Research help: The library has qualified and dedicated

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® Library Facebook page: The library uses the Facebook
page to connect, update and inform its users about the
library's programmes and services. Library users also
uses this platform to engage with the library. It is
accessible at https://www.facebook.com/BiustLibrary/

® Discovery tool is a single search box that allows users

to search seamlessly across multiple databases and
present consolidated results of all available material in
library. It is accessible through
http://biust.on.worldcat.org/atoztitles#journals

OPERATING HOURS DURING SEMESTER

Monday – Thursday 08:30 - 2230

Friday 08:30 -1700
Saturday 10:00-16:00
Sunday 14:00– 20:00

DURING ACADEMIC RECESS

08:30 – 16:30

PRESIDENTIAL COLLECTION@ BIUST

Monday – Friday 0830hrs- 1630hrs

Weekends Closed
National Holidays- Closed

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 care services include:
® Clinical Consultation and treatment with medical
doctor / nurse
® Emergency Response Services
® Sexual Reproductive Health services
® Health Prevention and Health Promotion Activities
® The clinic operates from Monday to Friday from
0745hrs to 1630hrs.The nurse and ambulance driver
are always on call after hours and during weekends to
cater for emergencies.
Emergency Contacts:
® Toll free number: 0800600193
® Direct contact nurses: +267 73154388/9
® Direct contact ambulance: +267 73154189
® Email: [email protected]
Student Life
Student services are of paramount importance in the b) Support to Students with Special Needs Such as
University to ensure that students are holistically fit to Disabilities
pursue their studies. Student services fully contribute It is the mandate of the University to provide support
towards development of a well-rounded graduate services to students with special needs with respect and
considering the socio- cultural, psychological and spiritual consideration of human dignity, rights and opportunities. In
aspect of an individual student. The services encourage line with this mandate, this unit is obliged to offer support to
students to fully engage, participate in all spheres of the students with special needs or health conditions that
society and to be innovative to contribute towards a impact negatively on their ability to study or perform their
knowledge-based society. The following units exist under academic activities and their daily duties. The unit ensures
student services: that students with special needs have equal access to
learning and assessment opportunities. This unit supports
a) Health Services students to help them pursue their academic, graduate and
BIUST clinic offers youth friendly, affordable and accessible employment aspirations.
Primary Health care services to all registered students. The
services are student oriented with a comprehensive The unit ensures that:
continuous care for acute and chronic health problems, as ® The accommodation is suitable for the students'
well as a wide range of health promotion and disease needs
prevention services. The nursing care model in place is well ® Classroom or lecture theatre are accessible and can
suited to achieve BIUST strategic goal which is to provide accommodate the individual needs
exceptional student experience by providing quality health ® During examinations the student's needs are catered
care which encompasses all the principles of Primary health for.

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® The officer advocates for the student's needs in all
aspects that influence their stay in the University
® The officer ensures that the student is not
discriminated against based on their disability.

It is important to note that:

® At the time of applying to study at BIUST, a student
with special needs is expected to submit relevant
documents to confirm the diagnosis and intervention
measures or kind of support needed to assist the
student cope with the studies or daily life activities.
This is to ensure that the needed resources are
available. The documents must include all information
related to, and confirmation of the special need, and
recommendations on the type of adjustments d) Academic Support and Intervention Services
required. The goal of Academic Support and Intervention Office is to
® Regular reviews and updated reports should be develop student centered strategies and interventions that
availed; failure to do that may result in delays of the enhance students' academic thinking as well as assist
process because; the supporting documentation may students to achieve full academic and personal potential.
not be acceptable if it is more than a year old at the The main purpose of the office is to identify academically at-
time of submission. Considering that other conditions risk students (either by self-referral or by metrics approved
may change with time. by the faculties) for intervention strategies and learning
® All information received will be kept confidential; in remediation. The Office also serves to facilitate access to
the event any information needs to be shared consent learning resources, additional teaching opportunities in
will be sought from the concerned student. consultation with academic staff to promote successful
® Students are not required to disclose their disability student learning and academic progression. Furthermore,
unless the disability or chronic health condition is the office responds to academic performance indicators
likely to affect the student's capacity to meet the and intervening to avert and mitigate academic risk.
inherent requirements of a module, or program. Services offered includes;

c) Careers and Counselling Services • Academic advising and support

The Careers and Counselling Unit actively assist students • Academic Information support
with a wide range of intervention strategies to help them • Academic clubs support
recognize and resolve existing problems as well as learn how • Examination competency development
to cope with the current situations that might negatively • Peer to peer mentoring
impact on their studies and the ability to strive for academic • Persistence and retention support services
excellence, further preventing them from developing • Referrals
complex issues. The Unit also emphasizes on helping • Student mentoring and coaching
students to develop personal awareness to realize their • Study and Time management skills
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e) Sports and Recreational Services environment to a university and to help them settle in. The
event is also beneficial to new students who are joining the
University for the first time to progress with their studies
from second or third year.

First years and new students are expected to report on

campus a week before commencement of their classes to
be acquitted to the learning environment, to meet the
teaching staff, appreciate University facilities and to
conduct registration for their classes. Attendance of the
orientation is compulsory.

During the orientation, students will be introduced to

registered clubs and other sports activities available on
campus and they will have a chance to register for their
preferred sporting activities and connect with their new
Student will find the sports activities and social life vital and friends.
exciting ingredients to their wider university experience.
Involvement in sporting activities, student clubs and I) Shuttle Services
societies enable them to explore their passion and realise The University provides free bus shuttle service from the
their potential in other spheres of life. Student will be able Campus to the malls and other shopping areas such Old
to use available sporting facilities free of charge. Mall, Lotsane mall, Engen Mall, Riverside Mall, Palapye
Junction malls and Diphalana mall. The service is only open
f) Gym to BIUST Students and members of staff, therefore all those
The sports and recreation also operate a gym to enhance boarding the bus will be required to produce valid student
the healthy lifestyle among the BIUST community. The gym and staff identity cards.
offers a variety of fitness programs which cater for different
interest groups. Shuttling times are:
10 am, 1pm, 4pm, all days of the week.
g) Gym Operating Hours are as Follows
Those commuting to and from the village are advised to use
Monday-Thursday 0630-2030 alternative transport arrangements such as cycling and
Friday 0630-1830 private taxis to reach the campus.
Saturday 0730-1500
Sunday 0730-1230

h) Orientation Services
Student life services office organizes a week-long
Orientation exercise at the beginning of the academic year
to help first years to transition from senior school

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 FEE TYPE DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Application fee for UG– Citizens/SADC Subject to annual review P200
Application fee for UG – Non-residents Subject to annual review P400
Late application fee for UG– Citizens/SADC (Up to 14 days after close of applications) P350
Late application fee for UG– Nonresidents (Up to 14 days after close of applications) P900
Tuition fees:
Undergraduate citizens/SADC per
P800 x 40cr = P32 000
Academic Year
Undergraduate non-SADC residents P1100 x 40cr = P44 000
Masters Sciences & Engineering –
P17 000
Citizens/SADC
Masters Sciences & Engineering –
P23 000
Non-residents
PhD Sciences & Engineering –
P15 000
Citizens/SADC
PhD Sciences & Engineering –
P16 000
Nonresidents
Field work fees/day/student See Excursion Fee Schedule
Transcripts sent to 3rd parties
P100
i. Within Botswana
P200
ii. Elsewhere
Remarking P300
Housing:
Postgraduate – two semesters
P10 000
(Currently not offered)
Postgraduate – two semesters
calendar year P13 000
(Currently not offered)
Undergraduate - two semesters P5 500
Undergraduate – during holidays
P150
per night
Non student during holidays per night P200
P150
Student life fee
(becomes SRC budget)
Late registration fee – per day
P150/day
(up to 14 days)
Transcript fee P60
ID Card replacement fee
P70
i. first time
P140
ii. Second time
Laundry fee per year P600

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Excursion fees (per student)
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Chemical, Materials & Metallurgical Engineering Year 2 4,516 4,516
Year 3 1,902 1,902
Year 4 4,516 4,516
Year 5 766 766
Civil & Environmental Engineering Year 3 539 539
Year 4 796 796
Year 5 766 766
Electrical, Computer & Telecommunication Engineering Year 3 1,216 1,216
Year 4 755 755
Year 5 977 977
Mechanical, Energy & Industrial Engineering Year 3 1,721 1,721
Year 4 648 648
Year 5 354 354 Banking Details
Mining & Geological Engineering Year 3 26,800 26,800 Stanbic Bank Botswana
Year 4 954 954 Account Name: BIUST OPEX Current Account
Year 5 1,216 1,216 Account Number: 9060003441445
Faculty of Sciences Branch code: 064967
Environmental Sciences Year 2 8,921 8,921 Branch Name: Fairgrounds
Year 3 26,800 29,480 Swift Code: SBICBWGX
Year 4 5,409 5,409
Earth and Environmental Sciences Year 2 18,600 20,460 Applicants / students should remember to
Year 3 5,409 29,480 always use their full name as reference.
Year 4 8,912 8,912
Chemistry and Forensic Science Year 2
Year 3 2,087 2,087
Year 4 2,162 2,162
Geology Year 2 18,600 20,460
Year 3 26,800 29,480
Year 4 8,912 8,912
Biological Sciences and Biotechnology Year 2 - -
Year 3 5,891 5,891
Year 4 2,891 2,891
Physics and Astronomy Year 3 6,316 6,316
Year 4 5,616 5,616
All programmes Year 4 6,500 6,500

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 CONTACT DETAILS
Directorate of Registry Services
Admissions & Enrolment Office

Private Bag 16, Palapye, Botswana

Plot 10071, Boseja Ward
Palapye, Botswana

Tel: (+267) +267 4931000/ 267 4931480/1/9

Fax: (+267) 4900102

Email: [email protected]
Web: www.biust.ac.bw
Facebook: Admissions BIUST
Twitter: @biustbw