CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR 2022/23 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
MSc in BIODIVERSITY INFORMATICS AND MSc in DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT
The Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) is inviting applications from
suitably qualified candidates to pursue two-year Master of Science (MSc) programmes
in Biodiversity Informatics and Disaster Risk Management. Both programmes are
offered under the Ndata School of Climate and Earth Sciences (NSCES).
1, MSc in Biodiversity Informatics
The programme aims to equip students with skills in mobilizing, managing, publishing
and using biodiversity data to inform decision making processes in conservation,
agriculture, water resource management, spatial planning and health. The programme
is offered on a full time basis, with course work covered in the first year and dedicated
research leading to an MSc thesis in the second year.
Admission Requirements
Candidates must have the following:
a. A Bachelor’s degree from any recognized and accredited university in a relevant
field
b. Evidence of practical and relevant experience in related fields for those with
degrees in other fields
2, MSc in Disaster Risk Management
This programme is aimed at building capacity and expertise in managing disaster risks
and dealing with disasters. It will impart knowledge and skills for minimizing both
economic and human losses arising from natural and anthropogenic hazards. The
programme is designed to train professionals and equip them with in-depth knowledge
and skills to deal with disasters and their interrelated global issues in the areas of climate
change, global warming and socio-economic implications.
Admission Requirements
The programme will build upon the prior knowledge and experience of the students
with a relevant undergraduate degree in the fields of geography, earth sciences, climate
sciences, resource/agricultural economics, social sciences, environmental sciences, water
resources, and other related fields. Those with an Honours degree in the fields listed
above shall also be eligible for enrolment/admission.
The programme is looking for candidates with the following minimum qualifications
and/or experience:
a. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a credit; OR
b. A Bachelor’s degree with a pass and at least two years of industrial experience.
Application process
To be considered, applicants must submit the following mandatory requirements:
i. A completed postgraduate application form available at MUST Registry or on
MUST website (www.must.ac.mw, under Media Center, then Downloads);
ii. A motivational statement (2 pages maximum);
iii. Curriculum Vitae ;
iv. Certified copies of academic certificates;
v. Certified copies of academic transcripts;
vi. Proof of funding, for example sponsorship letter or copies of appropriate
financial records for self-sponsored students or letter of undertaking to pay the
required fees from the applicants or their parent/guardian or sponsor with
evidence of reliable source of income;
vii. Two reference letters (one academic and one professional); and
viii. An original bank deposit slip/proof of payment of a non-refundable
application fee of MK10,000 for Malawians and SADC nationals and US$50
for all other international students. Payment of application fees should be
made into the following bank account:
Bank Name: Standard Bank
Branch: Limbe
Account Name: MUST Students Account
Type of Account: Current Account
Account Number: 9100001063429
Swift Code: SBICMWMX
Fees for the Programmes
Tuition fees for both programmes are US$5000 or Malawi Kwacha equivalent per
academic year. Limited tuition scholarships are available for the MSc in Biodiversity
Informatics programme for SADC and Malawian applicants.
Submission for Applications
The deadline for receiving completed applications is 19 May, 2022.
For enquiries, please email: n-s-c-e-s@must.ac.mw; Or call +265 1478279/ +265
1478000.
Online payments: Application fees can also be paid online through the MUST website
Completed application forms should be sent to:
The University Registrar
Malawi University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 5196,
Limbe
MALAWI
Email: admissions@must.ac.mw; copy: n-s-c-e-s@must.ac.mw
MSc in Biodiversity Informatics and MSc in Disaster Risk Management. Check the full advert and Application Form as attached below:Consolidated-NSCES-PG-programmes-advert4522Download2022-POSTGRADUATE-APPLICATION-FORMDownload