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Overview<\/h2>\n

The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) is the premier institution of higher learning in the Kingdom of Eswatini, established in 1982 through the merger of previous tertiary institutions. As a public national university, UNESWA focuses on building human capital through teaching, research, and community engagement. The university operates across three campuses – Kwaluseni (main campus), Luyengo, and Mbabane – each supporting different academic strengths and student services.<\/p>\n

UNESWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with notable strengths in agriculture, health sciences, and education. Students typically benefit from a structured academic environment that combines core theory with practical learning opportunities, including campus-based laboratories and applied research activities. If you are comparing health-related study options in the region, you may also want to review Eswatini Medical Christian University<\/a>, which focuses specifically on healthcare training pathways.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Eswatini (UNESWA)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Established<\/td>\n1982<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nKwaluseni (main), Luyengo, and Mbabane, Eswatini<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nuniswa.sz<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student Population<\/td>\nApprox. 7,500+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Academic Staff<\/td>\n300+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Language of Instruction<\/td>\nEnglish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/td>\nTuition Fee (per year, approx.)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate Programs<\/td>\nSZL 25,000 – 45,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medicine<\/td>\nSZL 60,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Agriculture<\/td>\nSZL 30,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Business Administration<\/td>\nSZL 35,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Postgraduate Programs<\/td>\nSZL 30,000 – 70,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Students<\/td>\nAdditional 20% fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note:<\/strong> Fees can change year to year. For the most accurate figure for your intake, confirm the latest fee schedule through UNESWA admissions and program pages before submitting an application.<\/p>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n

UNESWA organizes academic offerings across several faculties. Below is a focused overview of commonly listed programs; availability may vary by intake and campus, so it is advisable to confirm course structure with the faculty during the application period.<\/p>\n