Ministry of Higher Education

CORPORATE SERVICES 
Corporate Services provides strategic direction and guidance in the provision of corporate services functions to the Ministry through effective mobilization, management and utilization of resources, monitoring and implementation of the Ministry’s development projects to ensure effective execution of the ministry’s core mandate. Corporate Services is responsible for providing human and financial resources and implementation of the public service policy.

DEPARTMENT OF TERTIARY EDUCATION FINANCING (DTEF)
The DTEF is responsible for implementing and overseeing policies related to tertiary education financing in Botswana. It addresses the country's technical and manpower needs by performing key functions such as student placement, disbursement of funds, career guidance, monitoring of performance, loan recovery, and contract management with institutions and service providers. The tertiary education services are  automated therefore applicants  are expected to post their sponsorship online.

Core Functions of DTEF:
1.    Student Placement:
o    Awarding sponsorship to students for local and international training.
o    Arranging prerequisite courses for students applying to foreign institutions.
o    Facilitating placements for all students, including those with special needs.
o    Managing agreements between the government and sponsored students.
o    Sponsorship administration and reinstating students previously terminated due to poor performance.
2.    Disbursement of Funds:
o    Facilitating tuition fee payments and student allowances.
o    Managing student bank accounts for sponsorship payments.
3.    Career Guidance and Counselling:
o    Providing career guidance and counselling services for sponsorship beneficiaries.
o    Offering social welfare services for students in need.
4.    Monitoring and Evaluation of Students' Performance:
o    Monitoring the academic performance of sponsored students.
o    Making informed decisions based on performance evaluations.
5.    Loans Recovery:
o    Preparing expenditure and bills for sponsored students.
o    Managing the recovery of funds from beneficiaries.
o    Following up with defaulters and managing litigation cases.
6.    Contracts Management:
o    Managing service agreements with training institutions.
o    Handling contracts with health insurance providers for students studying abroad.
o    Managing contracts with insurance providers for students on work attachments abroad.
o    Coordinating contracts with financial institutions for disbursement of funds.

Types of Sponsorships 
1.    New Student Sponsorship:
For learners who completed secondary education in previous years and have obtained 36 points  at BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent .Government reserves the right to change 
2.    Top Achiever Sponsorship:
Awarded to  students with at least 6 A* grades at BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent . Must have been achieved at first examination sitting 
3.    Donor Sponsorship:
For students meeting specific donor criteria.
4.    Elite Sponsorship:
For students excelling in sports, awarded in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Arts.
5.    BSc Career Designation Sponsorship:
BSC- General  level 100 students with a GPA of 4.5. for external placement in Africa region
6.    Repeat Sponsorship:
For students who meet repeat category conditions, subject to budget availability.
7.    Progression Sponsorship:
For specific programs that facilitate progression in studies, advised by the HRDC or Professional bodies . Offered subject to availability of funds.
8.    Special Dispensation Sponsorship:
For vulnerable learners, such as orphans, rural community dwellers, and students with special education needs.

General Requirements for Sponsorship:
•    Must be a Botswana citizen.
•    Must meet the minimum cutoff points for the relevant program.
•    Age limit: Below 35 years old. Must complete training before 35th Birthday.
•    Must have a recognized school-leaving certificate (e.g., IB, A-Level, IGCSE, BGCSE, etc. or  certificate acquired  in foreign Countries).

Documents Required for Application:
1.    Certified copy of BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent results
Certified at former schools or Regional Education Centres.
2.    Certified copy of Identity Card (Omang)
Certified at the National Registration Office.
3.    Current admission letter to the institution.
4.    Affidavit
If there is a change of name or omission of names.

Additional Requirements for OVC, RADP, SPED Applicants:
•    Must be registered under the social welfare programme.
•    Must attach a confidential social enquiry report.
•    Applications must be routed through the Social Welfare Office, Community Development Office, or Special Education Division.
•    Must meet specific cut-off points for these categories.

Important Facts:
•    Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee sponsorship.
•    Applicants will be assessed based on results, with competition for a limited number of sponsorships.
•    Points must fall within the set cut off points for the relevant financial year.
•    Results must meet the minimum academic requirements for eligibility.
•    If the documents on which the offer was based are found to be fraudulent at any time, one will face serious penalties including withdrawal of such an offer.
•    Students must sign a loan agreement sponsor  prior to commencement of studies

DEPARTMENT OF SKILLS DEVELOPMENT (DSD)

The Department exists to provide quality, accessible, and equitable Vocational Education and Training (VET) to enable youth to contribute to national socio-economic and technological advancement.
Key Functions:
•    Managing Technical Colleges and Brigades which offer essential skills development in various trades.
•    Developing skill enhancement programs that align with market demands and workforce needs.
Promoting continuous skills upgrading and ensuring that learners in key sectors remain competitive.

Contacts:
Tel: 3732701/3732744
Fax : 3180941
Private Bag 0062
Gaborone

BAROLONG VTC
Programs:
•    Livestock Farming (level III, IV & V)
•    Crop Farming (level III, IV & V)
•    Borehole Mechanics (level III, IV & V)
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 26, Pitsane
•    Telephone: 5486275

BOBONONG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (Automotive III, IV, V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 0022, Bobonong
•    Telephone: 2619237

BOTETI BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Borehole Mechanics (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. Box 231, Letlhakane
•    Telephone: 2978221

CHOBE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 42, Kasane
Telephone: 6250349

GHANZI BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Livestock Farming (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Electrical Installation and Maintenance (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. Box 387, Ghanzi
•    Telephone: 6596347

GWETA BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Automotive Engineering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 003, Gweta
•    Telephone: 6212214

JWANENG TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Electrical Installation (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    ICT (V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 009, Jwaneng
Telephone: 5880685

KANG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding & Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. Box 3, Kang
•    Telephone: 6517009

KANYE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Electrical Installation and Maintenance (level III, IV & V)
•    Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (level III)
•    ICT (level III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: Private Bag 28, Kanye
•    Telephone: 480080

KGALAGADI SOUTH BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (level III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. Box 220, Tsabong
•    Telephone: 6530121

KGATLENG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Electrical Installation and Maintenance (level III, IV & V)
•    Plumbing & Pipe Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding & Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry & Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. Box 208, Mochudi
•    Telephone: 5777356

KWENENG BOPHIRIMA BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (level III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 001, Takatokwane
Telephone: 5960058

KWENENG RURAL DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Auto Bodyworks and Spray Painting (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 7, Molepolole
•    Telephone: 5906140

LOBATSE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Welding & Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Plumbing & Pipe Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry & Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P.O. BOX 165, Lobatse
•    Telephone: 5330484

MADIBA BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Electrical Installation (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding & Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry & Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 17, Mahalapye
•    Telephone: 4710285

MAHALAPYE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Certificate in Clothing Design & Technology
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P. O. BOX 16, Mahalapye
Telephone: 4710256

MARAPONG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag M2, Marapong
•    Telephone: 2981411
MATSHENG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P O BOX 12, Lehututu
•    Telephone: 6511053

MAROBELA BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag S4, Marobela
Telephone: 2981385

MAUN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Hairdressing and Beauty (level III, IV & V)
•    Hospitality (level III, IV & V)
•    Painting and Decoration (level III, IV & V)
•    Panel Beating and Spray Painting (level III, IV & V)
•    Plumbing and Pipe Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding and Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
•    Fitting and Machining (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 073, Maun
Telephone: 6860518

MOSETSE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag T3, Tatitown
•    Telephone: 2977229

MOSHUPA BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P. O. Box 950, Moshupa
•    Telephone: 5490117

NGETHU BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Welding & Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 004, Gumare
•    Telephone: 6874127

NSWAZWI BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Painting and Decoration (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Architectural Draughting (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag F312, Francistown
•    Telephone: 2982212

OKAVANGO BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 14, Shakawe
•    Telephone: 6875034

PALAPYE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Fitting and Machining (level III, IV & V)
•    Maintenance Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Electrical Installation and Maintenance (level III, IV & V)
•    Painting and Decoration (level III, IV & V)
•    Plumbing and Pipe Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding and Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    ICT (V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 0046, Palapye
Telephone: 4920576

SELIBE PHIKWE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programs:
•    Painting and Decoration (level III, IV & V)
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Clothing Design and Technology (level III, IV & V)
•    Electronics (level III, IV & V)
•    Furniture Design (level III, IV & V)
•    Plumbing and Pipe Fitting (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding and Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    ICT (V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 0062, S/Phikwe
•    Telephone: 2610045

SEROWE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Livestock Farming (level III, IV & V)
•    Welding and Fabrication (level III, IV & V)
•    Fitting and Machining (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Forestry (level III, IV & V)
•    Maintenance Fitting (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P. O. Box 121, Serowe
•    Telephone: 4630415

SHASHE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 84, Tonota
•    Telephone: 2484227

SHOSHONG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 12, Shoshong
•    Telephone: 4769238

TLOKWENG BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
•    Clothing Design & Technology (level III, IV & V)
•    Hospitality Operations (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag T021, Tlokweng
Telephone: 3928332

TSWELELOPELE BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Automotive (level III, IV & V)
•    Bricklaying & Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P. O. Box V99, Ramotswa
•    Telephone: 5390226

TUTUME BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 008, Tutume
•    Telephone: 2987223

TUTUME BRIGADE
Programs:
•    Bricklaying and Plastering (level III, IV & V)
•    Carpentry and Joinery (level III, IV & V)
Fundamentals:
•    Business Communication (III)
•    ICT (III)
•    Entrepreneurial (IV & V)
Contact Details:
•    Address: P/Bag 008, Tutume
•    Telephone: 2987223

DEPARTMENT OF INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Mandate: To provide training of highly skilled health professionals capable of delivering safe and effective healthcare.
Key Functions:
•    Providing specialized training for healthcare professionals in nursing, midwifery and allied health.
•    Maintaining global standards in health sciences education and aligning programs with national health needs as well as the National Credit and Qualifications Framework (NCQF).
•    Collaborating with healthcare institutions to offer practical training experiences for students.

Programmes Offered Per Institution

IHS-Gaborone
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing (Higher Diploma)
o    Medical Laboratory Technology (Higher Diploma)
o    Dental Therapy (Higher Diploma)
o    Pharmacy Technology (Higher Diploma)
o    Midwifery (Advanced Diploma)
o    Family Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Diploma)
o    Nurse Anesthesia (Advanced Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 3655700
o    Principal: 3655700
o    Address: P.o Box 985 Gaborone

IHS-Lobatse
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing (Diploma)
o    Environmental Health (Diploma)
o    Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing (Advanced Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 5330496
o    Principal: 5333300
o    P.o Box 309 Lobatse

IHS-Molepolole
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing (Higher Diploma)
o    Ophthalmic Nursing (Advanced Diploma)
o    Community Health Nursing (Advanced Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 5910699
o    Principal: 5910699
o    Address: P.o Box 684 Molepolole
IHS-Serowe
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing (Higher Diploma)
o    Health Education (Higher Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 4630416
o    Principal: 4633146
o    Address: P.o Box 128 Serowe
IHS-Francistown
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing
o    Midwifery (Advanced Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 2412037
o    Principal: 2413574
o    Address: P.O Box 267 Francistown
Mission Schools (IHS):
Bamalete Lutheran School of Nursing (BLSoN)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Midwifery (Advanced Diploma in Midwifery)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 5391330
o    Address: Private Bag V202, Ramotswa
Kanye Seventh Day Adventist College of Nursing (SDACON)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    General Nursing (Diploma)
o    Midwifery (Advanced Diploma)
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 544 2345
DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER TRAINING AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (DTT&TE)

The Department exists to provide training of teachers for primary and junior secondary schools and highly skilled technicians in various fields, through colleges of education and technical colleges respectively.
Key Functions:
•    Programme Development and Delivery
•     Quality Assurance and Assessment 
•    Award of Certificates
•    Monitoring and Evaluation  
The following institutions fall under the Department
Colleges of Education:
Tlokweng College of Education (TKCE)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Primary Education
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 391 1234
o    Address: Private Bag T01, Tlokweng, Botswana
Serowe College of Education (SCE)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Primary Education
o    Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 463 2345
o    Address: Private Bag 009, Serowe, Botswana
Tonota College of Education (TCE)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Secondary Education
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 241 5678
o    Address: Private Bag T3, Tonota, Botswana
Molepolole College of Education (MCE)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Secondary Education
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 592 8765
o    Address: Private Bag 008, Molepolole, Botswana
TECHNICAL COLLEGES:
Botswana College of Engineering and Technology (BCET)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Water and Environmental Engineering
o    Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
o    Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
o    Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
o    Diploma in Geomatics
o    NCC in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning  
o    NCC in  Auto mechanics 
o    NCC in  Panel Beating and Spray Painting 
o    NCC in Heavy Plant 
o    NCC in Auto Electrical 
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•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 3954060
o    Fax: 3952309
o    Address: Private Bag 0061, Gaborone, Botswana
Oodi College of Applied Arts and Technology (OCAAT)
•    Programmes Offered:
o    Diploma in Multimedia 
o    Diploma in Network Technician 
o    Certificate in Furniture Design 
o    Certificate in Jewellery Design and Manufacture 
o    Certificate in Applied Laboratory Technician 
o    Certificate in Furniture Design and Manufacture 
o    Certificate in Sports Recreation and Leisure 
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 3934699
o    Fax: 3180942
o    Address: Private Bag 003, Oodi, Botswana
Francistown College of Vocational and Technical Education (FCTVE)
•    Programmes Offered:
Certificate Courses:
o    Certificate in Electrical Engineering
o    Certificate in Travel and Tourism 
o    Certificate in Hospitality Operations
o    Advanced Certificate in Hairdressing
o    Certificate in Clothing Design and Textile
o    Certificate in Applied Laboratory Science
o    Certificate in Sport, Recreation, and Leisure
o    NCC Certificate in Carpentry 
o    NCC Certificate in Bricklaying 
o    NCC in Electrical Installation
o     NCC in Electrical in Maintenance Fitting
o    NCC in Electrical in Welding and Fabrication
o    NCC in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning  
Diploma Courses:
o    Diploma in Hairdressing
o    Diploma in Hospitality Management
o    Diploma in Culinary Arts
o    Diploma in Travel Management
o    National Diploma in Accounting and Business Studies
o    Diploma in Systems Administration
o    National Diploma in Secretarial Studies
Higher Diploma Courses:
o    Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies

Post Graduate Diploma Courses:
o    Postgraduate Diploma in Technical and Vocational Education
o    Postgraduate Certificate in Technical and Vocational Education
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 241 2607
o    Fax: 2441065
o    Address: Private Bag F104, Francistown
DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER TRAINING AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION CONTACTS
•    Address: Plot 54367, Vasha Building, Central Business District, Gaborone
•    Contact Details:
o    Tel: 3655000
o    Fax: 3180943
o    Address: Private Bag 0062, Gaborone
Core Functions of DTEF:
1.    Student Placement:
o    Awarding sponsorship to students for local and international training.
o    Arranging prerequisite courses for students applying to foreign institutions.
o    Facilitating placements for all students, including those with special needs.
o    Managing agreements between the government and sponsored students.
o    Sponsorship administration and reinstating students previously terminated due to poor performance.
2.    Disbursement of Funds:
o    Facilitating tuition fee payments and student allowances.
o    Managing student bank accounts for sponsorship payments.
3.    Career Guidance and Counselling:
o    Providing career guidance and counselling services for sponsorship beneficiaries.
o    Offering social welfare services for students in need.
4.    Monitoring and Evaluation of Students' Performance:
o    Monitoring the academic performance of sponsored students.
o    Making informed decisions based on performance evaluations.
5.    Loans Recovery:
o    Preparing expenditure and bills for sponsored students.
o    Managing the recovery of funds from beneficiaries.
o    Following up with defaulters and managing litigation cases.
6.    Contracts Management:
o    Managing service agreements with training institutions.
o    Handling contracts with health insurance providers for students studying abroad.
o    Managing contracts with insurance providers for students on work attachments abroad.
o    Coordinating contracts with financial institutions for disbursement of funds.
Types of Sponsorships 
1.    New Student Sponsorship:
For learners who completed secondary education in previous years and have obtained 36 points  at BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent .Government reserves the right to change 
2.    Top Achiever Sponsorship:
Awarded to  students with at least 6 A* grades at BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent . Must have been achieved at first examination sitting 
3.    Donor Sponsorship:
For students meeting specific donor criteria.
4.    Elite Sponsorship:
For students excelling in sports, awarded in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Arts.
5.    BSc Career Designation Sponsorship:
BSC- General  level 100 students with a GPA of 4.5. for external placement in Africa region
6.    Repeat Sponsorship:
For students who meet repeat category conditions, subject to budget availability.
7.    Progression Sponsorship:
For specific programs that facilitate progression in studies, advised by the HRDC or Professional bodies . Offered subject to availability of funds.
Special Dispensation Sponsorship:
For vulnerable learners, such as orphans, rural community dwellers, and students with special education needs.
General Requirements for Sponsorship:
•    Must be a Botswana citizen.
•    Must meet the minimum cutoff points for the relevant program.
•    Age limit: Below 35 years old. Must complete training before 35th Birthday.
•    Must have a recognized school-leaving certificate (e.g., IB, A-Level, IGCSE, BGCSE, etc. or  certificate acquired  in foreign Countries).
Documents Required for Application:
1.    Certified copy of BGCSE/IGCSE or equivalent results
Certified at former schools or Regional Education Centres.
2.    Certified copy of Identity Card (Omang)
Certified at the National Registration Office.
3.    Current admission letter to the institution.
4.    Affidavit
If there is a change of name or omission of names.
Additional Requirements for OVC, RADP, SPED Applicants:
•    Must be registered under the social welfare programme.
•    Must attach a confidential social enquiry report.
•    Applications must be routed through the Social Welfare Office, Community Development Office, or Special Education Division.
•    Must meet specific cut-off points for these categories.
Important Facts:
•    Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee sponsorship.
•    Applicants will be assessed based on results, with competition for a limited number of sponsorships.
•    Points must fall within the set cut off points for the relevant financial year.
•    Results must meet the minimum academic requirements for eligibility.
•    If the documents on which the offer was based are found to be fraudulent at any time, one will face serious penalties including withdrawal of such an offer.
•    Students must sign a loan agreement sponsor  prior to commencement of studies
Matrix Table for Grading Certificate:
Points    A Level    IB    High HIGCSE    IB Standard    AS    Matric Senior    Cambridge    BGCSE    IGCSE
12    A    A                            
11    B    B                            
10    C    C    A    A    A    (A) 7            
9    D    D    B    B    B    (B) 6            
8            C    C    C    (C) 5    A    A*    A
7            D    D    D    (D) 4    B    B    B
6            E    E    E    (E) 3    C    C    C
5                        (D) 3    D    D    D
4                        (E) 3    E    E    E
1                        (F) 0    F    F    F
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Certificates Points and Percentages Equivalence:
Group 1    Group 2    Group 3
A Level, IB    Matric, HIGCSE, AS    IGCSE/BGCSE/Cambridge
36    48    100
35    46    97
34    45    94
33    44    92
32    43    89
31    41    86
31    40    83
29    39    81
28    37    78
27    36    75
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Calculation of Points:
1.    Cambridge/BGCSE/IGCSE/Matric SG:
o    Maximum points: 6 x 8 = 48 points
Example Calculation:
o    Best 6 subjects: Commerce + Agriculture + English + Mathematics + Science Double Award = 43 points
2.    A Level:
o    Maximum points: 3 x 12 = 36 points
Example Calculation:
o    Best 3 subjects: Physics + Biology + Mathematics = 34 points
o    Points %: 34/36 = 94.4%
o    94.4% x 48/100 = 45 points
3.    Matric HG:
o    Maximum points: 4 x 10 = 40 points
Example Calculation:
o    Best 4 subjects: Biology + Chemistry + Tourism + Mathematics = 33 points
o    Points %: 33/40 = 82.5%
o    82.5% x 48/100 = 39.6 points
o    Total points: 39 points

Combination of Certificates:
•    Group 1 + Group 2 = Best 4 subjects.
•    Group 2 + Group 3 = Best 5 subjects.
•    Combination within the same group (e.g., BGCSE & IGCSE) are calculated based on the best 6 subjects.
•    NB: No rounding of decimals (e.g., 35.5 is considered as 35 points).
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Disclaimer:
The information provided is correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change without notice.
Contact Details:
Department of Tertiary Education Financing
Private Bag 0079, Gaborone, Botswana
Tel: +267 3719300/3719301
Fax: +267 3972775
Physical Address: Plot 37893, Block 6, Universal Estate, Sephatlhaphatlha Rd

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