About Institute of Health Sciences Francistown

Committed to Excellence in Healthcare Education

Who We Are

The Institute of Health Sciences (IHS) Francistown is part of a prestigious network of six healthcare training institutions under the Ministry of Higher Education, Botswana. With campuses in Gaborone, Francistown, Lobatse, Molepolole, Serowe, and Kanye, IHS has been at the forefront of training skilled healthcare professionals who serve communities across Botswana and beyond.

At IHS Francistown, we offer nationally accredited programs in General Nursing, Environmental Health, Pharmacy Technology, Dental Therapy, Medical Laboratory Technology, Midwifery, and Family Nurse Practitioner training. Our graduates are equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for modern healthcare delivery.

Our Mission

To provide world-class healthcare education that empowers students to become compassionate, skilled, and innovative healthcare professionals who make a positive impact in their communities and contribute to Botswana's healthcare excellence.

Our Vision

To be the leading institution in healthcare education in Botswana and the region, recognized for academic excellence, research innovation, and producing graduates who transform healthcare delivery across all healthcare disciplines.

Excellence

Committed to the highest standards of academic and professional excellence

Compassion

Fostering empathy and care in all aspects of healthcare delivery

Innovation

Embracing new approaches and technologies in healthcare education

Why Study at IHS Francistown?

Ministry-Approved Programs

All programs are accredited by BQA and the Ministry of Higher Education, Botswana

Part of IHS Network

Access to resources and opportunities across six campuses in Botswana's major cities.

Experienced Healthcare Faculty

Learn from qualified healthcare professionals with extensive clinical and teaching experience.

Clinical Training Sites

Hands-on experience through partnerships with Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital and other healthcare facilities in Francistown.

Career-Ready Graduates

IHS graduates are employed across Botswana's healthcare system in public and private sectors.

Affordable Education

Government support and sponsorship opportunities make quality healthcare education accessible.

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