Entry requirements
These entry and language requirements are a general guide – they’ll help you understand whether Manchester Met is right for you.
If you have these qualifications, that doesn’t mean you are guaranteed to get the place you want. We look at each application individually.
Foundation
You must have completed one of the following:
- Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education Examination
- International General Certificate of Secondary Education
- Cambridge Overseas School Certificate
Undergraduate
You must have one of the following:
- Diploma awarded by the University of Botswana or accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
- Diploma in Education
Undergraduate advanced entry and top-up degrees
You can apply to join a bachelor’s degree course at Manchester Metropolitan in its second or third year if you have completed one of the following:
- Higher Diploma from University of Botswana
- 4 year Bachelor’s awarded by the University of Botswana or accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
Postgraduate
You must have completed one of the following:
- 5 year bachelor’s
- Postgraduate Diploma awarded by the University of Botswana or accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
- Master’s degree awarded by the University of Botswana or accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
English language requirements
You need to have a recognised English language qualification to study at Manchester Metropolitan.
The score required will vary depending on the qualification and the area of study you have chosen. If you hold an offer of a place from the University, your offer will give you the specific requirements for your course.
Typical International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirements are:
- 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for undergraduate courses
- 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for postgraduate courses
Visit our English language requirements page for examples of recognised tests and minimum acceptable scores.
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Visa requirements
You will need a visa to study in the UK unless you:
- are a British citizen
- are a citizen of a European Economic Area (EEA) member state or Switzerland
- have a visa to stay in the UK for another purpose that allows you to study. This might be because you are the husband, wife, partner or child of someone in the UK and have a dependent visa.
Applying for a visa can be confusing. To help, we explain the visa process in plain English.
Fees and Funding
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Tuition fees for 2024/2025 courses
Taught courses
You can use our online prospectus to check tuition fees for individual courses.
Some courses may have additional costs, for example for field trips, equipment, materials or professional / statutory body registration fees. Estimates are provided in the course listings. We will confirm fees as part of your offer.
Undergraduate taught courses
- If we classify you as an EU or Non-EU International student, you will normally pay between £18,500 – £20,000.
Postgraduate taught courses
- If we classify you as an EU or Non-EU International student, you will normally pay between £18,500 – £22,500.
For more information on tuition fees visit: Tuition fees for international students
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Living costs
It sounds obvious, but your living costs really depend on your lifestyle – how you want to spend your free time.
We suggest you budget to spend at least £6,000 for the academic year, in addition to your accommodation costs and tuition fees. Around £9,000 will help you enjoy more of the sights and attractions that Manchester and the UK has to offer.
Basic expenses Estimated cost* Accommodation £434 per month Household bills in private accommodation £24 per month Shopping e.g. food, toiletries £82 per month Public transport £28 per month Mobile phone £12 per month *Average figures from the NatWest survey reported by students across the UK in 2020
Exchange Partners
Study at Manchester Metropolitan for a term or a year
We offer students from around the world the chance to study at Manchester Metropolitan for a term or a year as part of their university education.
Check out our Study Abroad programme and International Summer Schools to see what your options are.
Alumni
Find your local alumni ambassadors
Manchester Metropolitan has over 300,000 alumni worldwide.
You can contact our international alumni ambassadors - our former students who are happy to talk to you about their experience. They can help you get the support and advice you need to make the most of your time in Manchester.
- If you are a former student interested in becoming an international alumni ambassador, we explain what the role involves.
Contact our International Office
If you are a prospective student from Botswana interested in studying at Manchester Metropolitan, please feel free to contact your country manager.
- Claire Curran
- International Recruitment Manager
- [email protected]
- +44 (0)161 247 2000
Travel information
Useful information
13.7 Botswanan pula is worth around £1 GBP.
- Exchange rate shown is the average given by the Bank of England from March 2019 to March 2020.
Getting here
12+
hours
Botswana
Manchester
More than 70 airlines fly direct to Manchester from 210 destinations worldwide.
The airport is 10 miles from our city centre campus - a 20 minute train or taxi ride away.
• Flight times are a general guide. Actual journey times will vary, depending on route and airline.
Basic expenses
The cost of living in Manchester is slightly lower than in other major cities like London. Your basic expenses will include things like accommodation, insurance, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment.
It’s a good idea to plan a monthly budget to make sure you have enough money left over to cover your living costs after you’ve paid your tuition fees.