Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for studies in various Upgrading programmes for Diploma and Degree for the
2020/2021 Academic Year. The applications should reach the University by Friday, 28th August 2020.
A. FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Programme Entry Requirements Duration
1 Bachelor of
Education (Arts)–
Upgrading
Diploma in Education or its equivalent obtained from a recognized institution of higher
learning,
Should be qualified to teach any 2 of the following secondary school subjects: History,
Geography, Social and Development Studies, Bible Knowledge, Chichewa and French
At least 2 years post diploma teaching experience, and
Evidence of MSCE or its equivalent.
2 years
2 Bachelor of
Education (Arts) –
Upgrading
MSCE or its equivalent with atleast six credits including English (Language or Literature)
and any three of the following subjects: History, Geography, Social and Development
Studies, Bible Knowledge, Chichewa and French.
At least 2 years teaching experience
4 years
3 Bachelor of
Education
(Languages) –
Upgrading
Diploma in Education or its equivalent obtained from a recognized institution of higher
learning
Should be qualified to teach any two of the following secondary school teaching subjects:
English, Chichewa and French,
At least 2 years post diploma teaching experience, and
Evidence of MSCE or its equivalent.
2 years
4 Bachelor of
Education
(Languages) –
Upgrading
At least credits in English (Language or Literature) and Chichewa or French, and any 2 of
the following subjects: Geography, History, Bible Knowledge, Social and Development
Studies
At least 2 years teaching experience.
4 years
5 Bachelor of
Education
(Science) –
Upgrading
Diploma in Education (Sciences) obtained from a recognized institution of higher learning,
Should be qualified to teach any 2 of the following secondary school subjects:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology,
At least 2 years post diploma teaching experience, and
Evidence of MSCE or its equivalent
2 years
6 Bachelor of
Education
(Science) –
Upgrading
An MSCE or its equivalent with atleast six credits including English (Language or
Literature), Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, Biology, Physical Science or General
Science or Physics and Chemistry.
At least 2 years teaching experience.
4 years
7 Bachelor of
Education Science
(ICT) – Upgrading
Diploma in Education majoring in Mathematics, Computer Studies, Physical Science
(Physics and Chemistry) or equivalent obtained from a recognized institution, and
Evidence of MSCE or its equivalent.
3 years
8 University
Certificate in
Education (UCE)
• At least a minimum of a diploma in any relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Be able to teach any two of the following sciences or humanities subjects in secondary
schools: Bible Knowledge, Biology, Chemistry, Chichewa, Computer Studies, English,
French, Geography, History, Mathematics and Physics.
1 year
Mode of Delivery for Weekend Programmes
The programmes are offered during weekends as follows:
Friday to Sunday in every two weeks (fortnightly)
Friday 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm (6 hours)
Saturday 7:00 am – 12:00 pm (5 hours)
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm (5 hours)
Sunday 7:00 am – 12:00 pm (5 hours)
G. INTERPRETATION OF INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications comparable to O-Level/IGCSE shall be interpreted as follows for purposes of admission: A*= 1; A = 2; B = 3; C = 5; D = 7;
EFG = 8.
H. TUITION FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fees for Degree and Diploma programmes in all other faculties except Faculty of Health Sciences, including Weekend
release is K450, 000. 00 per academic year. - Fees for programmes in Faculty of Health Sciences is as follows:
i. Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Midwifery – K850,000.00 per academic year
ii. Bachelor of Science in Optometry (Honours) – K700,000.00 per academic year
iii. Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences – K650,000.00 Per academic year - Fees for Non-Malawian students per academic year
SADC
USD 1,500
Non-SADC
USD 3,500 - Fees for Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Physics and Electronics/ Instrumentation is MK 700,000 per academic year for
Malawian Nations and U$2000 for SADC citizens and U$ 3000 for non SADC nationals
Please note that fees is subject to revision as may be determined by Council from time to time with or without notice.
All candidates will be admitted on self-sponsored category. Candidates will be expected to provide for their own board and lodge.
Candidates selected for studies in education (science), fisheries, biomedical sciences, optometry, tourism, and in hospitality management
have additional requirements such as protective clothing and upkeep during practical/attachment period.
Most programmes also require students to do research projects and other academic related requirements. Candidates should therefore
prepare for these additional costs. Detailed costs will be available to the successful students at a later stage.
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I. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applications should be sent by post or delivered by hand at Mzuzu University Campus in the Registry.
All applicants should complete a Mzuzu University 2020/2021 Admission Application Form and attach applicable copies of the
following documents:
a) Copies of their academic qualifications,
b) Previous academic record (transcripts),
c) MSCE or equivalent certificates,
d) Curriculum vitae, and
e) A copy of the application fee bank deposit slip
Application forms can be obtained from the Porters Lodge or Registry at Mzuzu University Campus or downloaded from the website
www.mzuni.ac.mw
Completed applications should be returned with a non-refundable admission application fee of K10,000 for Malawian applicants and
US$ 150 for international applicants. Applications submitted without the admission application fee will be disqualified.
Payment of Admission Application Fee
The application fee should be paid by depositing the amount of K10,000 into the following bank account:
Name of the Bank : NBS Bank
Account Name : Mzuzu University Fee Collection Account
Account Number : 14389172
Branch : Mzuzu Branch
Swift code (for international transfers): NBSTMWMW
Applicants must attach the bank deposit slip to the admission application form. The application fee is non-refundable.
Applications can be delivered by hand or sent to the following address:
2020/21 Admissions
University Registrar
Mzuzu University
Private Bag 201
Luwinga
MZUZU 2.
To reach the Registrar’s Office not later than Friday, 28th August 2020