Overview
Founded in 1992, the University of Namibia is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Windhoek (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Oshakati, Henties Bay, Neudam, Ogongo, Keetmanshoop, Katima Mulilo, Rundu and Ongwediva. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture of Namibia, University of Namibia (UNAM) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Namibian higher education institution. University of Namibia (UNAM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 32-year-old Namibian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Namibian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | University of Namibia  |
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| Acronym | UNAM |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Motto | Open your mind |
| Colours | Red, yellow and gray |
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University Location
| Address | Private Bag 13301, 340 Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Pionierspark Windhoek 9000 Namibia |
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+264 (61) 206 3111 |
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+264 (61) 206 3199 |
| Other locations | Oshakati, Henties Bay, Neudam, Ogongo, Keetmanshoop, Katima Mulilo, Rundu and Ongwediva |
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Social Media
Introduction
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Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Namibia's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
University of Namibia's Facebook page
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University of Namibia's YouTube channel
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University of Namibia's main LinkedIn profile
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