Admission Criteria

General Criteria

• The highest qualification of a candidate will be the primary basis for admission evaluation.
• Candidates unable to provide verifiable proof of meeting admission requirements will not be permitted to continue their studies.

Specific Admission Requirements by NQF Levels

Level 1: Grade 9 or an equivalent qualification, or a pre-NQF Level 1 Qualification/Course.

Level 2: An accredited NQF Level 1 qualification or an equivalent.

Level 3: Namibian Junior Certificate (Grade 10) or an equivalent, or an accredited NQF Level 2 qualification.

Level 4: Namibian Senior Certificate Ordinary (Grade 11) or an equivalent with at least 14 points in 6 subjects, or an accredited NQF Level 3 qualification.

Level 5: Namibian Senior Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO)/Higher (NSSCH)/Advance Subsidiary (AS) or an equivalent with at least 25 points in 6 subjects, or an accredited NQF Level 4 qualification. This level represents the first year of the Bachelors Degree programme.

Level 6: An accredited NQF Level 5 qualification in a related field.

Level 7: An accredited NQF Level 6 qualification in a related field.

Level 8: A Bachelors Degree or an accredited NQF Level 7 qualification in a related field.

Level 9: A Bachelor Honours Degree or an accredited NQF Level 8 qualification in a related field.

Other Admission Entries

Mature Age Entry

Candidates seeking admission through the Mature Age Entry Scheme must fulfill the following requirements:

• Be at least 23 years old on the first day of the academic year for which admission is sought.
• Preferably have successfully completed junior secondary education.
• Possess at least three years of work experience in the relevant field of study.
• Demonstrate English language competence at a minimum of NQF Level 2.
• Hold at least a Junior Secondary Certificate for admission to Level 4 programmes (if required for a specific course).
• Hold at least a Senior Secondary Certificate for admission to Level 5 programmes (if required for a specific course).

Note: Certain programmes may exclude Mature Age Entry Applicants due to industry requirements or the scientific/mathematical nature of the programme.

International Applicants
You can apply online. Alternatively, you may download the application form at above fill it out, and email it along with the following documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.:

• A copy of a valid passport
• Certified copies of school certificates
• One passport-sized photo

Pre-Arrival Planning

In accordance with the Namibian Immigration Control Act (Act No. 7 of 1993), all international students are required to obtain a valid Student Permit prior to attending any training or educational institution in Namibia.

Student Permit Requirements

To apply for a Student Permit, you will need the following:

• A valid passport (copy required)
• Passport-sized photos
• Medical certificate
• Radiological report
• Deed of surety
• Police clearance certificate
• Proof of admission to the institution
• Progress report from your previous school or institution

Ensure all documents are accurate and up to date to avoid delays in processing your permit.

Visit the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration website for application forms and detailed permit requirements https://mha.gov.na/web/mhai/permits-immigration-control-act