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Botswana

The University of South Wales is a popular choice amongst international students and we have been welcoming students from Botswana for many years.

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Study with a scholarship of up to £2,500 in a safe and welcoming living environment, surrounded by a diverse community of international students from every corner of the world.

We have three vibrant campuses around the capital city of Wales; Cardiff. Here, you can enjoy a high standard of living at a low cost. You’ll be surrounded by the best of South Wales’ cities, coast and countryside, and we’re only 2 hours from London via train. Most of our 500 + courses are recognised or accredited by professional organisations and are all taught with employability in mind. That’s why 96% of USW graduates are in Employment and/or Further Study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22).

Everything you need to know

As a self-funding international student from Botswana, you are eligible for a scholarship of:

  • £2,500 per year for undergraduate students
  • £2,500 per year for postgraduate students

This applies to courses starting in September 2024 and February 2025. You will be automatically considered for one of these awards when we receive your application.

For individual fees please check your selected course page.

Foundation Years are available to students who don't meet the academic requirements for entry directly onto year one of a Bachelor's degree.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Undergraduate study. The University of South Wales recognises the following English language qualifications:

  • BGCSE English at grade C or above
  • GCSE/A Level English Language grade C or above
  • IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band)

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language Courses to prepare you for academic studies.

Academic Qualifications

Holders of a Foundation qualification will be considered for direct entry to Bachelor's degree courses.

Holders of the International Baccalaureate Diploma or A-Levels obtained locally, will be considered for direct admission to Bachelor Degree courses. Please check our course pages for IB and A-Level entry requirements.

Applicants who have a three-year diploma equivalent to a HND can in some cases be considered for seconnd or third-year entry.

If your qualification is not covered above or you do not meet the set criteria, please contact us and we will see how we can assist you.

English Qualifications

Proficiency in English is essential for Postgraduate study. The University of South Wales also recognises the following English language qualifications:

  • BGCSE English at grade C or above
  • GCSE/O Level English at grade C or above
  • IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 with at least a 5.5 in each component. Please note that some courses may require a higher level of English language proficiency than the University’s standard requirements. Please see the course page for further information.

Don’t worry if you do not meet these requirements as we offer a range of English Language Courses to prepare you for academic studies.

Academic Qualifications

  • Holders of an Honours degree will be considered for postgraduate Master's degree courses.
  • Applicants with a Master's degree will be considered for entry to Ph.D. studies.

Please contact us with any questions you may have about studying and applying to the University of South Wales.

Nicolò Paolucci
International Executive
Email: [email protected]
Address: USW International, University of South Wales, Llantwit Rd, Treforest, South Wales, CF37 1DL

Representatives

C Sharp Associates
Unit 5, Plot 17949
Haile Selassie Road
Gaborone T
elephone: 00267 72303200
Email: [email protected]

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Tshipidi House
Second Floor, Unit 9
Plot 684, Main Mall
Gaborone P.O.Box 3457
Telephone: +267 71677333
Email: [email protected] 

USW IS A GREAT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT WITH WONDERFUL AND SUPPORTIVE LECTURERS. YOU CAN ACCESS LOADS OF MATERIALS ONLINE AND IN LIBRARIES.

Mabedi Letsholo, Botswana

MSc Project Management

THERE ARE STUDENTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD SO ONE GETS TO LEARN FROM THEM AND MAKE LONG-LASTING CONNECTIONS.

Mabedi Letsholo, Botswana

MSc Project Management

A cutout of MSc Project Management student Mabedi Letsholo looking at the camera
A cutout of MSc Project Management student Mabedi Letsholo looking at the camera

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