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Gaborone Campus

Ms Joyce Sengate
Ms Joyce SengateDirector - Gaborone Campus

GABORONE REGIONAL CAMPUS

We are delighted to have you on board. My name is Ms. Joyce Sengate, the Acting Regional Director. Our campus is located at Plot 4742, Machel Drive, Fairgrounds, with a catchment area that covers the southern regions of Gaborone, including Ramotswa to Ramatlabama, and extends southwest to areas like Jwaneng, Kanye, Moshupa, and surrounding districts. We also serve Kweneng and Kgatleng Districts.

At Gaborone Regional Campus, we offer a broad range of tertiary programs and courses delivered through open and distance e learning—an approach that is uniquely tailored to the needs of Botswana Open University students. Our dedicated support staff and tutors are always available to assist you, whether in person at the campus or via online platforms.

In addition to our regional activities, the Campus also hosts other key University Departments, including the School of Science and Technology and the Centre for Open Schooling, expanding the range of services and learning opportunities available. Our region is recognized for pioneering innovative programs within the university, and we take pride in providing exceptional customer service. Our goal is to offer all our students and stakeholders an outstanding experience and foster a strong sense of belonging. Should you have any feedback regarding our services or if you feel your concerns have not been adequately addressed, please do not hesitate to contact my office. We are committed to ensuring that any issues or complaints are handled promptly and effectively.


Telephone contact: +267 364 6115
Email: jsengate@staff.bou.ac.bw
For more information visit the BOU Website at www.bou.ac.bw

CAMPUS STAFF ESTABLISHMENT

We are pleased to introduce our dedicated staff members who form the backbone of our Regional Campus. Each member of our staff plays a crucial role in the success of our mission to provide quality education and support through open and distance e learning. By featuring them in this page, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging, while also ensuring that students, stakeholders, and partners can easily identify and connect with the individuals behind our exceptional service.

We hope this initiative further strengthens the bond between our staff and the community we serve.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Our mission is to equip our students with the skills they need to pursue their academic and professional aspirations in a campus environment that is hospitable and quality focused, aligning with the evolving demands of the global market.

We strive to provide an exceptional experience for both students and part-time tutors by:

  • Building strong connections between students, tutors, and key university departments, including Schools, e-Learning support, Student Affairs and Welfare, and the Library.
  • Offering comprehensive training and support for students and tutors.
  • Facilitating the application and registration processes for academic programmes.
  • Supporting student admissions, teaching, learning, and overall guidance for smooth transition through BOU ODeL mode of education.
  • Fostering student retention, progression, and success through to graduation.
  • Engaging and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
  • Providing guidance, counselling, and referral services.

Our Services

  • Student Administration: Handling of applications, registrations, examination management, and pre-graduation clearances.
  • Blended Tuition Support: Provision of combined online and in-person learning support.
  • Counselling Services: Guidance provided for academic decision-making before registration and support for psycho-social concerns.
  • Library Services: Comprehensive library offerings, including access to e-resources, issue desk services, and research assistance.
  • Technology Support: Assistance with online learning platforms, online payments, and software like SPSS.
  • Facilities Management: Provision of venues for tutorials, examinations, workshops, seminars, and office space for various departments.
  • Administrative Services: IT support and management of service level agreements.
  • Financial Services: Overseeing budgeting, revenue, and expenditure management, payroll for part-time staff, student data management, and general ledger management.

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