Overview
The University of Guyana is the country's principal public university, established in April 1963 and opening that October with 164 students on borrowed premises at Queen's College in Georgetown.
It operates two campuses, Turkeyen in Greater Georgetown and Berbice, and today enrolls more than 5,500 students at Turkeyen alone. Teaching runs across eight faculties, schools and an institute, among them Agriculture & Forestry, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, the College of Medical Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Earth & Environmental Science, Education & Humanities, the School of Entrepreneurship & Business Innovation, and the Institute of Distance and Continuing Education.
Certificate, diploma, associate and bachelor's degree programmes are offered, with admission generally requiring CSEC, CAPE, IGCSE or GCE A-Level passes, or, failing those, a pass in the University of Guyana Entrance Examination. Since the second semester of the 2024/2025 session, the Government of Guyana's free-tuition policy has covered standard tuition for Guyanese undergraduates, while non-Guyanese students pay published fees in US dollars plus an annual facilities fee.
Instruction is in English.
A College of Medical Sciences within the Faculty of Health Sciences runs medicine, dentistry and allied-health degrees, alongside long-standing strengths in agriculture, law and engineering that serve students across the wider Caribbean.
Location & Contact
Below are University of Guyana's address, location, and primary contact channels.
Academic Details
University of Guyana's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Degrees
Also Diploma Surveying and Mapping, Real Estate, Psychology, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, Computer Science, Criminology; Commonwealth Master of Business Administration; Commonwealth Master of Public Administration
Associate 16 programs
- Air Transport
- Anthropology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Geology
- History
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Petroleum and Gas Engineering
Bachelor's 36 programs
- Accountancy
- Air Transport
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Dentistry
- Educational Administration
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Finance
- Food Science
- Geological Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Laboratory Techniques
- Law
- Management
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Optometry
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Secondary Education
- Social and Community Services
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
- Surgery
- Tourism
Master's 18 programs
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Engineering
- Biology
- Clinical Psychology
- Communication Studies
- Curriculum
- Educational Administration
- Educational Testing and Evaluation
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Forestry
- Literacy Education
- Preschool Education
- Public Health
- Regional Planning
- Social Work
- Town Planning
Doctoral 5 programs
- Agriculture
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Forestry
- Natural Sciences
Diploma & Certificate 3 programs
- Air Transport
- Computer Science
- Education
Faculties & Divisions
Browse University of Guyana's faculties and divisions, along with the subjects they cover.
Berbice (Campus) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Agriculture
- Biology
- Education
- English
- History
- Marketing
- Natural Sciences
- Public Administration
- Social Work
Excellence for Teaching and Learning (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Agriculture and Forestry (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Forestry
Earth and Environmental Sciences (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
Education and Humanities (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Caribbean Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Curriculum
- Educational Administration
- History
- Modern Languages
- Teacher Training
Engineering and Technology (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum and Gas Engineering
Medical Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Behavioural Sciences
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
Natural Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
Social Sciences (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- Economics
- Government
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
Confucius (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Distance and Continuing Education (Institute) 19 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- Criminology
- Developmental Psychology
- English
- Hygiene
- Industrial Management
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Management
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Nutrition
- Occupational Health
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Public Relations
- Secretarial Studies
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
Gender Studies (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Gender Studies
Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
- Tourism
Programs Offered
Browse University of Guyana's programmes by level, or filter by name.
105 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Guyana
Bachelor's Degree 41 programmes
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Master of Philosophy 1 programme
Master's Degree 43 programmes
Showing 10 of 43.
Doctorate 3 programmes
Associate's Degree 9 programmes
Certificate 1 programme
Diploma 5 programmes
Postgraduate Diploma 2 programmes
Scholarships in Guyana
Funding options available to students studying in Guyana, alongside University of Guyana's costs.
How to apply to University of Guyana
How to apply to University of Guyana — a five-step structure.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Use the programme finder to browse University of Guyana's 105 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Programme-level requirements at University of Guyana typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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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.
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Submit your application
University of Guyana processes applications through www.uog.edu.gy. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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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 Guyana
Concise answers to common questions about University of Guyana.
When did University of Guyana open?
University of Guyana traces its founding to 1963 (approximately 63 years ago).
What city is University of Guyana in?
University of Guyana operates from Greater Georgetown, Guyana.
Is University of Guyana a public or private institution?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How big is University of Guyana's student body?
University of Guyana serves approximately 8,601 students.
What degrees does University of Guyana offer?
University of Guyana offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
Who recognises University of Guyana?
University of Guyana is accredited by Ministry of Education.
What is University of Guyana's official website?
The institution's website is www.uog.edu.gy.
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