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Overview<\/h2>\n

The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is one of Namibia\u2019s best-known public universities for career-focused learning in science, engineering, and technology. Founded in 1994 (originally as the Polytechnic of Namibia) and renamed NUST in 2015, the university is based in Windhoek, where students benefit from a hands-on, industry-connected learning model. NUST places a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation\u2014skills that are highly valued by employers.<\/p>\n

NUST is especially known for applied research and collaborations with industry partners across Africa. Students learn through labs, innovation spaces, and community-linked projects, supported by an on-campus ecosystem that includes a design and innovation hub. With a large, diverse student body and a mission to improve access to higher education, NUST plays an important role in developing Namibia\u2019s workforce in engineering, computing, health sciences, and business.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Name<\/th>\nNamibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Established<\/td>\n1994 (as Polytechnic of Namibia; renamed NUST in 2015)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\n13 Storch Street, Windhoek, Namibia<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nwww.nust.na<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accreditation<\/td>\nNamibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student Population<\/td>\n12,000+ (2024 estimates)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n

Tuition costs can vary by faculty, course level, and the specific modules included. Below is a general annual range for planning purposes; always confirm the latest fees with NUST or the admissions office before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/th>\nTuition Fee (Annual, NAD)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate Degrees<\/td>\nNAD 25,000 \u2013 NAD 40,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Postgraduate Diplomas<\/td>\nNAD 30,000 \u2013 NAD 50,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Master\u2019s Programs<\/td>\nNAD 45,000 \u2013 NAD 70,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PhD Programs<\/td>\nNAD 60,000 \u2013 NAD 90,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Engineering Degrees<\/td>\nNAD 35,000 \u2013 NAD 55,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n

NUST offers a mix of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications designed for practical career pathways. If you are comparing options within Namibia\u2019s higher-education landscape, you may also want to review other programmes offered by institutions such as the University of Namibia (UNAM)<\/a>.<\/p>\n