Overview

This Bachelor of Computer Science from Namibia University of Science and Technology is purposefully designed to provide skilful, competent and motivated graduates for the increasing and numerous challenging tasks of Computing and Information Technology (CIT) in the country and the Khomas region at large.

Students will have the opportunity to develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills, and apply these to address/solve CIT related problems/ challenges in the context of an organisation, or the community.

Overall, this Computer Science degree specifically aims to:

Provide students with a sound foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories, frameworks and problem-solving techniques of CIT;

Develop the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;

Equip students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as members of a team;

Enable students to communicate effectively in the workplace.

Career Possibilities:

Computer Scientist, Software Developer, Systems Administrator or Network Specialist.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Basic Science

Mathematics for IT

Programming

Principles of English Language

Management Information Systems

Computer Organisation and Architecture

Object Oriented Programming Programming

Information Competence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-03-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

365 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Cyber Security Software Engineering

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates may be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Computer Science if they meet the Namibia University of Science and Technology’s General Admission Requirements (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the Yearbook).

In addition, students must have a minimum D - symbol in NSSC Mathematics at Ordinary Level, or equivalent.

Tuition Fee

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International

2540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2540 USD per year during 36 months.
National

2540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2540 USD per year during 36 months.

N$ 39,910 / year 1

Living costs for Windhoek

10175 - 12578 NAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.