The University of Namibia is introduced as follows:

Introduction: The University of Namibia is the largest and most influential institution of higher learning in Namibia. It was founded in 1992 and is a comprehensive university covering multiple disciplines such as science, engineering, humanities and social sciences.

Overview: The school has 12 campuses in different parts of the country, with a total student population of more than 30,000 and a large number of faculty and staff, including a large number of teachers with master's and doctoral degrees. The school offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses covering agriculture, business, education, engineering, law, medicine and other fields.

History: The University of Namibia was founded by the Namibian government in 1992. Its predecessor was a number of vocational education institutions, which were later integrated into a comprehensive university with the aim of providing high-quality higher education for independent Namibia.

Foundation date: On August 31, 1992, the University of Namibia was officially established by an Act of Parliament.

School strength: The University of Namibia is the country's leading institution of higher education, with outstanding performance in teaching, scientific research and social services. Many disciplines of the school are well-known in Africa, and the graduates trained are widely recognized in Namibia and internationally, playing an important role in various fields such as government, business, and education.

Nature of the institution: The University of Namibia is a public university, funded and managed by the government, and is a non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy: The school adheres to the concept of "education, service, and development". According to the national development plan and vision, through high-quality teaching, research, consulting and community services, it meets the country's demand for human resources and is committed to cultivating professionals who can improve the living standards of the Namibian people.

Key laboratories and disciplines: In the field of energy, the University of Namibia and the University of Turku in Finland jointly built the world's first seawater desalination plant that is completely directly operated by solar energy. The school is the only institution in the world that offers a doctoral degree in the Hoikoi language. In addition, agriculture, engineering, medicine, law and other disciplines are also the school's advantageous disciplines, with remarkable achievements in teaching and scientific research.

Faculty: The school has 4 faculties, namely the Faculty of Agriculture, Engineering and Natural Sciences, the Faculty of Business, Management and Law, the Faculty of Education and Humanities, and the Faculty of Health Sciences and Veterinary Medicine. The Faculty has several colleges and majors to provide students with comprehensive education and training.

Ranking: In the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, the University of Namibia is ranked 16th among African universities. It ranks 1501st in the 2025 THE World University Comprehensive Ranking.

Cost: Regarding tuition and fees, different majors and degree levels vary. Generally speaking, there are also differences in tuition standards for local and international students. Tuition fees for undergraduate courses are relatively low, while tuition fees for postgraduate courses are relatively high. In addition, students also need to consider living expenses, including accommodation, food, transportation, etc. The cost of living in Namibia is relatively low, but the specific costs vary depending on personal lifestyle and region. The school has funding programs such as scholarships and grants to help students in need complete their studies.

Campus environment: The 12 campuses of the University of Namibia are spread across the country, reflecting the idea of ​​localized and regionalized development of higher education. The main campus is located in the capital Windhoek, with complete teaching facilities and a library with over 180,000 books and nearly 300 journals. Different campuses basically correspond to different professional settings. The campuses are closely integrated with the community, sharing resources, and forming a good atmosphere of school-community linkage.