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List of Universities in Lesotho

Lesotho is a country located in Southern Africa with a number of universities that offer higher education in various fields. Here is a list of some of the most prominent universities in Lesotho:

  • National University of Lesotho (NUL): This is the largest and oldest university in Lesotho, founded in 1945. It is located in the city of Roma and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as agriculture, engineering, humanities, law, medicine, and social sciences.

  • Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (LUCT): This is a private university located in the capital city of Maseru that was founded in 2008. It specializes in creative technology and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as architecture, design, multimedia, and technology.

  • Botho University Lesotho: This is a private university located in the city of Maseru that was founded in 2011. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, computing, education, and health sciences.

  • Lesotho Agricultural College (LAC): This is a public college located in the city of Maseru that was founded in 1955. It specializes in agriculture and offers undergraduate programs in fields such as animal science, crop science, and agribusiness.

  • Lerotholi Polytechnic: This is a public technical college located in the city of Maseru that was founded in 1954. It offers vocational and technical programs in fields such as construction, engineering, and health sciences.

These are just a few examples of the many universities and colleges that exist in Lesotho. Each of these institutions has its own strengths and areas of expertise, so it's important to research and compare them carefully when considering higher education opportunities in Lesotho.


This is only a List / Database of Institutions

  1. National University of Lesotho


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