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University of Yaoundé II

Yaoundé, Cameroon • Founded 1993

Updated May 2026 · Source: site.univ-yaounde2.org

Overview

English Name: University of Yaoundé II
Founded: 1993
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
SCImago 2026 #5400
University of Yaoundé II campus and facilities
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University of Yaoundé II is a public university located in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Founded in 1993, it operates as a higher-education provider.

University of Yaoundé II's academic profile: it teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into multiple faculties and runs a focused programme catalogue.

University of Yaoundé II is ranked #5400 globally and #9 within Cameroon.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for University of Yaoundé II are summarised below.

Address: P.O. Box 1365
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Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for University of Yaoundé II are listed below.

Academic Year: October to July (October-December; January-March; April-July)
Accrediting Agency: Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur
Admission Requirements: Secondary school certificate (baccalauréat) or foreign equivalent, and entrance examination

Degrees

Also Interuniversity Training Programmes in partnership with institutions including: University of Padua (Italy), ISESCO Senghor Chair, ISESCO CHair on Cultural Diversity, Peace and International Cooperation (DCPCI)

Bachelor's 22 programs
  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Archiving
  • Banking
  • Business Administration
  • Communication Studies
  • Documentation Techniques
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Government
  • Graphic Arts
  • Information Sciences
  • Journalism
  • Labour Law
  • Law
  • Library Science
  • Management
  • Political Sciences
  • Private Law
  • Public Administration
  • Public Law
  • Publishing and Book Trade
  • Social Welfare
Master's 22 programs
  • Business Computing
  • Commercial Law
  • Communication Studies
  • Demography and Population
  • Development Studies
  • E-Business/Commerce
  • Economic and Finance Policy
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • International Economics
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Law
  • Logistics Management
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Political Sciences
  • Private Law
  • Public Law
  • Small Business
Doctoral 23 programs
  • Accountancy
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Commercial Law
  • Comparative Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Demography and Population
  • Econometrics
  • Economic and Finance Policy
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial and Production Economics
  • International Economics
  • International Law
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Law
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Political Sciences
  • Private Law
  • Public Administration
  • Public Law

Faculties & Divisions

University of Yaoundé II's academic divisions and the subject areas each houses are listed below.

Health and Globalization (Chair) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Economics and Management (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Banking
  • Economic and Finance Policy
  • Economics
  • International Economics
  • Management
Law and Political Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law
  • Political Sciences
Confucius (Institute) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Asian Studies
  • Chinese
International Relations (Institute) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Development Studies
  • International Business
  • International Economics
  • International Law
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
Training and Demographic Research (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Demography and Population
Information and Communication Science and Technology (School) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Advertising and Publicity
  • Archiving
  • Communication Studies
  • Documentation Techniques
  • Graphic Arts
  • Information Sciences
  • Information Technology
  • Journalism
  • Library Science
  • Publishing and Book Trade

Programs Offered

All active programmes at University of Yaoundé II are listed by degree level.

18 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Cameroon

Bachelor's Degree 6 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Business Administration and Management
Business Administration

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Communication and Information
Communication Studies

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Economic and Financial Engineering
General Engineering

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Economics and Management - Common Core Track
Economics

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Legal and Political Sciences
Law

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Bachelor's Degree in Licence in Money, Banking and Finance
Finance, Banking & Insurance

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Master's Degree 10 programmes

Master in Applied Economics and Management
Economics

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Master in Communication and Information
Communication Studies

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Master in Development and Governance of Local Institutions
Politics & International Relations

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Master in Economics and Management - Common Track
Economics

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Master in Financial Governance
Finance, Banking & Insurance

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Master in International Relations
Politics & International Relations

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Master in Legal and Political Sciences
Law

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Master in Marketing and Management of Organizations
Marketing

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Master in Professional Demography
Sociology

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Master in Public Policies and Sustainable Development
Development Studies

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Doctorate 2 programmes

Doctorate in Demography
Sociology

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Doctorate in Legal and Political Sciences
Law

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How to apply to University of Yaoundé II

What applying to University of Yaoundé II involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Yaoundé II's 18 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at University of Yaoundé II typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    University of Yaoundé II processes applications through site.univ-yaounde2.org. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Yaoundé II

Quick answers to common questions about University of Yaoundé II.

In what year was University of Yaoundé II established?

University of Yaoundé II was founded in 1993 (approximately 33 years ago).

What city is University of Yaoundé II in?

University of Yaoundé II operates from Yaoundé, Cameroon.

Is University of Yaoundé II public or private?

University of Yaoundé II is a public institution.

What programmes are available at University of Yaoundé II?

University of Yaoundé II offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.

Is University of Yaoundé II accredited?

University of Yaoundé II is accredited by Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur.

Where can I learn more about University of Yaoundé II?

The institution's website is site.univ-yaounde2.org.

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