UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2025 INTAKE

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2025 INTAKE

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE FEBRUARY 2025 INTAKE

Applications are invited for admission into the following programmes at the Midlands State University for the FEBRUARY 2025 INTAKE. Applicants are advised to visit our website, www.msu.ac.zw for more information on the available programmes and how to apply. Applicants can apply online or alternatively an applicant can obtain an application form physically from the Admissions Office at the Gweru, Harare (No. 1 Kwame Nkrumah), Bulawayo (Fidelity House, Fife Street & 11th Avenue, 5th Floor, Office 504) and Zvishavane Campuses. Applicants must hold at least 5 ‘O’ level passes at grade C or better, including ENGLISH LANGUAGE in addition to the specified ‘A’ level subjects or diplomas. Dates for registration, orientation and commencement of lectures will be advised in due course. 

PROGRAMME/DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS MODE OF ENTRY  Apply Now
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES (‘O’ level Maths required for all programmes)
Bachelor of Science Honours in Agronomy – 4 years Advanced level Biology/Crop Science/Horticulture and any Science/ Relevant Diploma in Agriculture GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Crop Production and Horticulture – 4 years Advanced level Biology/Crop Science/Horticulture and any Science/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Crop Protection – 4 years Advanced level Biology/Crop Science/Horticulture and any Sciences/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Horticulture – 4 years Advanced level Biology/Crop Science/Horticulture and any Sciences/ Relevant Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Agronomy majoring in Crop Improvement and Seed Systems – 4 years Advanced level Biology and any Sciences/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science in Crop Science – 2 ½ years To be eligible for the programme, a candidate must normally be a holder of at least a good first degree in Agronomy, Crop Science or Horticulture or related fields from a recognised University GWERU 

BLOCK RELEASE

Master of Science in Crop Protection – 2 ½ Years To be eligible for the programme, a candidate must normally be a holder of at least a good first degree in Agronomy, Crop Science or Horticulture or related fields from a recognised University GWERU 

BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Agricultural Economics and Development – 4    years At least two A-Level passes in Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Business Studies and anyone from the following relevant subjects such as Accounting, Geography, Sociology, Agriculture or Biology. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Agricultural Economics and Development – 3    years  5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU. GWERU VISITING SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology for Agricultural Systems – 4    years At least two A-Level passes in Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science and any one from the following relevant subjects such as Economics, Business Studies, Accounting, Geography, Agriculture or Biology. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Agricultural Sciences and Business– 4    years At least two A-Level passes in relevant subjects such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Business Studies, Accounting, Geography, Sociology, Agriculture or Biology. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Agricultural Value Chain and Marketing – 4    years At least two A-Level passes in relevant subjects such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Business Studies, Accounting, Geography, Sociology, Agriculture or Biology. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science in Applied Agricultural Economics – 2 years To be eligible for the programme, a candidate must normally be a holder of at least a lower second class (2.2) first degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics; Economics; or any other related programme from a recognized University. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Science in Agricultural Informatics and Data Analytics-  2 years To be eligible for this programme, candidates should typically hold at least a lower second class (2.2) undergraduate degree in Agricultural Informatics, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Sciences, Bioinformatics, Information Technology, Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, Geographical information systems or a related field from a recognized university. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Animal and Wildlife Sciences – 4 years  Five ‘O’ levels subjects including English and Mathematics with a grade C or better, Any 2 ‘A’ level subjects with at least one science subject from the following, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, physics/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Masters in Animal Breeding and Biotechnology – 2 years Honours degree (class 2.2/GPA 2.0 or better) in Agriculture or the biological sciences in the following disciplines, Animal Science, Animal Health and Production, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology and Natural Resources, Veterinary Science or related fields from an accredited University. 

Candidates with a third class or where the degree was not classified, will be required to attend an interview to assess their competence.

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Dairy Sciences – 4 years Five ‘O ‘level subjects including English and any 2 ‘A ‘Level subjects with at least one science subject from the following, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, Physics/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture. GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Poultry Sciences – 4 years   Five ‘O ‘level subjects including English and any 2 ‘A ‘Level subjects with at least one science subject from the following, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, Physics/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Wildlife Ecology and Management -4 years  Five ‘O ‘level subjects including English and any 2 ‘A ‘Level subjects with at least one science subject from the following, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, Physics/Relevant Diploma in Agriculture. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Land and Water Resources Management – 4    Years Five “O” levels including English language, Science and Mathematics and at least two “A” level passes that may include Geography or any Sciences subject.

A good pass in any relevant diploma may be considered for prospective students without “A” level passes.  

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Environmental Science and Technology – 4 Years Five “O” levels including English language, Science and Mathematics and at least two “A” level passes that may include Geography or any Sciences subject.

A good pass in any relevant diploma may be considered for prospective students without “A” level passes.  

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Water and Sanitation – 4    Years Five “O” levels including English language, Science and Mathematics and at least two “A” level passes that may include Geography or any Sciences subject.

A good pass in any relevant diploma may be considered for prospective students without “A” level passes.  

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Biosystems Engineering – 4 Years Five “O” levels including English language, Science and Mathematics and at least two “A” level passes that may include Mathematics or any Sciences subject. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science in Land and Water Resources Management – 2 years To be eligible for the programme, a candidate must normally be a holder of at least a lower second class (2.2) pass in BSc (Hons) Land and Water Resources Management Honours Degree, BSc (Hons) Geography and Environmental Science Honours Degree or any relevant BSc (Hons) degree or any other related programme from a recognized University. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

 

FACULTY OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Development Planning and Management – 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

VISITING SCHOOL

Bachelor of Arts Honors in Development Practice- 4 years . Any two A-level passes in Arts, Humanities, and Social Science subjects ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Special Honors in Monitoring and Evaluation Any Bachelor’s Degree BLOCK RELEASE 

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Arts in History and Heritage Studies Honours Degree A pass in ‘A’ Level History or Heritage Studies and any other pass in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies Honours Degree A pass in ‘A’ Level History and any other pass in Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences  ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Honours in English and Communication (4 years) At least five ‘O’ Level passes or the equivalent, including English language.  

At least two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts and Humanities preferably Literature in English and any other, for example, Shona, Ndebele, History, Divinity, Geography or Sociology

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Languages and Culture (HAFL) (4 Years) At least five ‘O’ Level passes or the equivalent, including English language, and an African language.  

At least two ‘A’ Level passes preferably in Arts and Humanities for example any African language, Literature in English, History, Divinity, Geography, Sociology among others

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Religion and Human Development (HREDS- 4 years Family and Religious Studies/ Religious Studies/Divinity and any Level passing Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences OR a diploma in Religious Studies/ Theology from a reputable Institution. ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL VISITING SCHOOL.
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Radio, Television and Multi-Media Production – 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Journalism and Digital Media Studies- 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Film and Theatre Arts- 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Multi-Media Graphic Design and Editing- 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Records and Archives Management  Any two ‘A’ Level passes GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Arts in Journalism and Digital Media Studies 1 1\2 years A good first Degree in Communication, Film and Media or any other related Honours degree ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Arts in Film, TV and Digital Technologies- 1 ½ Years A good first Degree in Communication, Film and Media or any other related Honours degree ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Arts in Strategic Communication Studies- 1 ½ years A good first Degree in Communication, Film, Literature or Linguistics Degree or any other acceptable degree ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Studies 1 ½ years A good first Degree in English Literature/ African Languages GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Masters of Arts in Museum Studies 1 ½ years A good first Degree in English Literature/ African Languages GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Master in Monitoring and Evaluation A relevant Bachelor’s Degree plus a special Honours or certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE 

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Masters in Development Studies 1 ½ years A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Humanities, and social sciences ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE 

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Arts in Global History1 ½ years A good Honours Degree in a relevant field such as History, International Studies/Affairs, Development Studies and Economic History ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Arts in African History1 ½ years A good Honours Degree in a relevant field such as History, International Studies/Affairs and Economic History ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE
Post-Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpreting Studies (PDTI) (1 year) A good first Degree in Arts and Humanities preferably with a 2.1 or better classification. ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

BLOCK RELEASE

Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics Degree (1 ½ Years)  A good first Degree in any of the following:

(1)      Linguistics

(2) English and Communication

(3)       African Languages and Culture or an approved equivalent from any recognised university.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE

Master of Arts in African Languages and Culture (1 ½ Years)  A good first Degree in any of the following:

(1)      African Languages and Culture

(2) English and Communication

(3)       Linguistics or an approved equivalent from any recognised university.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE

Master of Arts in African and Diasporan Literature Degree (1 ½ Years) A good first Degree in any of the following:

(1)       English and Communication

(2)       African Languages and Culture or an approved equivalent from any recognised university.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 

ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE

Master of Arts in Religious Studies (MARS) A good first Degree in Religious Studies or Theology with at least a lower second division (2.2). ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE

 

FACULTY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT, ART AND DESIGN (‘O’ level Maths required for all programmes)
Bachelor of Science Honors degree in Geomatics specialization in land surveying or Geographic Information Science – 4    years Minimum 5 “O” Levels including Mathematics, Geography and English,  

Minimum of 2 “A” level passes in Mathematics and Physics  

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

 

FACULTY OF BUSINESS SCIENCES (‘O’ level Maths required for some of the programmes)
Bachelor of Commerce in Applied Accounting Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

A’ Level Accounting plus any one Commercial subject.

A National Diploma / HND (complete qualification) in Accounting or any equivalent tertiary qualification or:

Complete CIS, CIMA, ACCA or:

At least two (2) passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment in relevant accounting departments.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Audit and Risk Management Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Any two A’ Level Commercial subjects.

A National Diploma in Auditing, Accounting, Risk Management or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in any relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Business Healthcare Management Honours Degree – 4 years

 3 Years for Block Release

Any two ‘A’ level Commercial subjects.

ND/HND in a Business-related field or any relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Any two ‘A’ Level Commercial subjects.

Any two ‘A’ Level Commercial subjects.

ND/HND in Business Studies, Accountancy, Purchasing, Banking and Finance and Secretarial Studies or any other relevant Qualification or:

Two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Consumer and Marketing Intelligence Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects.

ND/HND in Marketing Management, or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Data Science and Informatics Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

‘A’ Level Mathematics, plus any one Commercial subject.

ND/HND in an Information Technology related field or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment in the field of IT.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Econometric Modelling Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Any two ‘A’ Level Commercial, Sciences or Arts subjects.

Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics must be at least a B.

ND/HND in a Business-related field or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and at least a ‘B’ pass in ‘O’ level Mathematics and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE 

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Digital Banking Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release 

‘A’ Level Mathematics or Economics, and any other Commercial subject.

ND/HND in Banking and Finance related field or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subject and:

 Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Economics and Investment Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Two ‘A’ level passes from Commercial, Sciences or Arts subjects.

ND/HND in a Business-related field or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics and Supply Chain Management Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects.

ND/HND in Logistics, Retail, Procurement or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes at ‘A’ Level and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management and Insurance Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Any two ‘A’ level Commercial subjects.

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Insurance, ND/HND in Business Studies or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and:

Confirmation of employment.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Management Honours Degree – 4 years

3 Years for Block Release

Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subject.  

ND/HND in Tourism, Hospitality, Customer Care, Marketing, Professional Cookery, Tour Guiding or any other relevant qualification or:

At least two `A’ Level passes and:

Confirmation of employment in any tourism-related or hospitality organisation.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Bachelor of Commerce in Sustainable Tourism Management Honours Degree – 4 Years Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subject. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Commerce in Public Sector Accounting and Finance–1½years An Honours degree in Accounting, Public Sector Accounting and Finance. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL 

Master of Commerce in Forensic Auditing and Accounting –1½years  An Honours Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Auditing or Banking and Finance. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL 

Master of Commerce in Financial Economics and Investment – 1½ years An Honours Degree in Economics, Financial Economics and Investment, Economics and Econometric Modelling, Agricultural Economics, Banking and Finance, Fiscal Studies or related field. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL 

Master of Commerce in Strategic Management and Corporate Governance – 2 years An Honours Degree in Management, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Economics, Tourism, Insurance and Risk Management, Development Studies and/or other degree qualification approved by the Department. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Commerce in Strategy and Innovation – 2 years An Honours Degree in Entrepreneurship, Information Systems, Marketing, Computer Science, Agriculture or Business Management. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL 

Master of Commerce in Supply Chain Management – 1½ years An Honours Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Retailing, Marketing or other Business Management discipline. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL 

Master of Commerce in Information Systems Management – 1 ½ years An Honours Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or any relevant qualification. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Enterprises Management – 2 years A Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management or an equivalent qualification. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Commerce Finance and Digital Banking 1 ½ years An Honours Degree in Finance and Digital Banking, Accounting, Banking and Finance or any other relevant degree.   GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Commerce in Strategic Marketing -2 years An Honours Degree in Marketing, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Supply Chain Management or any other relevant degree. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL 

GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
Masters in Business Administration – 2 years Applicant should be at least 25 years of age and be a holder of any relevant degree. 

At least two (2) years Managerial experience.

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

Executive Masters in Business Administration (EMBA) – 1½ years Applicants should be at least 35 years of age and be an Executive of any business or have been a manager for at least five (5) years. 

Must be holders of any relevant degree.

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

BULAWAYO WEEKEND SCHOOL

 

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND GEOSCIENCES
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (HEEE) (5 Years) 1. Normal Entry

For normal entry the candidates should have: 

(i) Passed at least 5 subjects at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English and Combined Science or equivalent. 

(ii) At least two Advanced Level passes; Mathematics, Physics and any other relevant science subject.

2. For special entry candidates should: 

(i) Have passed at least 5 subjects at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English and Combined Science or equivalent. 

(ii) Hold at least a National Diploma in an approved Engineering field or any other recognized equivalent. Candidates may be invited for an interview or entrance examination.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Fuels and Energy Engineering – (5 Years) 1. Normal Entry

For normal entry the candidates should have: 

(i) Passed at least 5 subjects at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English and Combined Science or equivalent. 

(ii) At least two Advanced Level passes; Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry and any other relevant science subject.

2. For special entry candidates should: 

(i) Have passed at least 5 subjects at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English and Combined Science or equivalent. 

(ii) Hold at least a National Diploma in an approved Engineering field or any other recognized equivalent. Candidates may be invited for an interview or entrance examination.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Engineering in Mining Engineering (4 Years)

 Bachelor of Engineering in Mining Engineering (3 Years)

A ‘Level passes in Mathematics, Physics and any other relevant science subject. 

Passed O’ Level Mathematics and English 

National Diploma in Mining, Geology, Survey, or any other relevant diploma from a recognized institution. 

Should be currently employed within the minerals industry

ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL 

ZVISHAVANE  BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Applied Geology (4    years)

 Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in 

  Applied Geology (2 years)

5 Ordinary Level passes including English Language, Mathematics and Chemistry plus two Advanced Level passes in any two of the following Science subjects Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology.

5 ‘O’ Levels subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Chemistry. National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Geology plus two years post-diploma working experience.

ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL

ZVISHAVANE BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honors in Exploration Geophysics. (4years) 5 Ordinary Levels including English Language, Mathematics and Physics; plus, two Advanced level passes in any two of the following Science subjects Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Geography ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering Degree – 5 years At least two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and Physics. A pass in any one of the following ‘A’ Level subjects will be an added advantage: Chemistry, Computer Science, Metal Technology and Design, Wood Technology and Design, Design and Technology, Technical Graphics and Design, and Software Engineering with an ‘O’ level pass in Mathematics, Physics and English Language with `C ‘grade or better. ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Metallurgical Engineering – 5 years A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry. Applicants with a recognized Diploma in Metallurgy or Metallurgical Assaying or related fields may be considered. ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Materials Engineering – 5 years ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry. Applicants with a recognized Diploma in Metallurgy or Metallurgical Assaying, Materials or related fields may be considered ZVISHAVANE CONVENTIONAL
FACULTY OF LAW

‘O’ level Mathematics and English Language with B or better

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – 5years ‘A’ level passes in English Literature/History, Arts/Humanities with B or better. GWERU CONVENTIONAL

 

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Telecommunications Engineering – 4 years

3 Years for Visiting School

Passes at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English Language and a Science Subject. Any Two ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science.

Special Entry: minimum of NC in Telecommunications,  Computer Science, Electronics or relevant field.

Applicants must have either a relevant NC or Diploma/Professional Qualification in Telecommunications, Electronic or Electrical engineering or equivalent OR ‘A’ level passes in Physics and Mathematics

Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field and should submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Mathematics & Computational Science- 4 years Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and any other subject GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Statistics – 4 years

3 Years for Visiting School

Two ‘A’ level passes including Mathematics or Statistics 

Applicants must have either a relevant Diploma/ Professional Qualification in Statistics or Mathematics and ‘O’ level passes in English and Mathematics 

Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field and should submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer

GWERU CONVENTIONAL 

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics – 4years. Any two ‘A’ level passes in Biology, Mathematics or Chemistry GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology – 4years. Any two ‘A’ level passes in Sciences including Biology GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Computer Systems Engineering – 4 years Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science/Studies GWERU CONVENTIONAL 

 

Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Computer Science – 4 years Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science/Studies GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Food Science and Technology – 4 years Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or any other relevant science subject.  GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Space Science and Technology – 4 years. Passes at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English Language and a Science Subject. Two ‘A’ Level passes in Physics and Mathematics GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Industrial Chemistry – 4 years

3 Years 

Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and any Sciences.

Applicants must have either a relevant Diploma/ Professional Qualification in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry, Chemical Technology or equivalent OR two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and any Sciences 

Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field and should submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer

GWERU CONVENTIONAL 

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Industrial Physics and Instrumentation – 4 years

3 Years 

Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics and any other Science

Special Entry: minimum of NC in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electronics or relevant field.

Applicants must have either a relevant NC or Diploma/ Professional Qualification in Physics/Applied Physics, Instrumentation or Electrical engineering or equivalent OR ‘A’ level passes in Physics and Mathematics 

Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field and should submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer.

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

GWERU BLOCK RELEASE

Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Nutrition Science- 4 years Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or any other relevant science subject GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Software Engineering – 4 years Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Software Engineering OR Computer Science OR their equivalents. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Cybersecurity – 4 years Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and Computer Science or any other relevant Science Subject GWERU CONVENTIONAL 

 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Actuarial Science – 4    years Normal Entry: Mathematics or Statistics at Advanced Level and at least one other subject at Advanced Level, or their recognised equivalents.

Special Entry: NC, ND or HND in relevant fields

GWERU CONVENTIONAL

 

Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development – 18 months Applicants should have at least a lower second-class degree BSc in Biological Sciences or Environmental Science or any related fields from any university recognized by Midlands State University GWERU BLOCK RELEASE 
MSc Food Safety and Quality Management – 2 years Applicants should have at least an upper second class in any of the following programmes: Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Biosciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Animal Science, Environmental Health, Public Health, Veterinary Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, and Human Medicine, or other relevant qualifications. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE 
Master of Science in Mobile and Wireless Communication – 2 years Block Release Applicants should have at least a good first degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related subject. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE 

 

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
Bachelor of Science Honours Psychology – 4 years At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes 

English Language, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject at Grade C or better, plus 

A minimum of any 2 “A” Level passes

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Psychology – 3 years At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject at Grade C or better, plus a professional qualification such as a Diploma in a Psychology related field in which candidates must be employed GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Science Honours Counselling Psychology – 4 years At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes 

English Language, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject at Grade C or better, plus 

A minimum of any 2 “A” Level passes

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Health Psychology – 4 years At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes 

English Language, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject at Grade C or better, plus 

A minimum of any 2 “A” Level passes

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Organisational and Industrial Psychology – 4 years At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes 

English Language, Mathematics and a relevant Science subject at Grade C or better, plus 

A minimum of any 2 “A” Level passes

GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology – 2 years Minimum of an upper second class (2.1) in a BSc Honours Degree in Psychology GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Science in Community Psychology – 2 years Minimum of a lower second class (2.2) in a BSc Honours Degree in Psychology GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Science Honours in Industrial Sociology – 4    years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Sociology and Social Policy – 4    years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Migration and Population Movements – 4    years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science Honours in Sociology and Social Anthropology – 1½ year     A 2.1 Pass in either BSc Sociology or BSc Anthropology GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Geography and Environmental Sustainability – 4    years Advanced Level Geography and any other Advanced Level subject and 5 Ordinary Level passes OR National Foundation Certificates including Mathematics and English Language. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Environmental Disaster Risk Management and Resilience Building – 4    years  A pass in Advanced Level Geography and any other Advanced Level subject AND 5 Ordinary Level passes/ National Foundation Certificates including Mathematics and English Language OR National Certificate. GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Environmental Safety, Health and Quality Management – 4 years A pass in Advanced Level Geography and any other Advanced Level subject AND 5 Ordinary Level passes/ National Foundation Certificates including Mathematics and English Language OR National Certificate. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Postgraduate Diploma in Safety, Health and Environmental Management – 1½ years 5 Ordinary Level passes including English Language and Mathematics at grade C or better and a good first degree in any discipline, preferably with at least a 2.2 classification. Preference will be given to applicants with work experience.  GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Postgraduate Diploma in Safety, Health and Environmental Management – 1½ years 5 Ordinary Level passes including English Language and Mathematics at grade C or better and a good first degree in any discipline, preferably with at least a 2.2 classification. Preference will be given to applicants with work experience. HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability – 18 months Bachelor of Science Honours in Geography and Environmental Studies/Science or Environmental Science or Natural and Agricultural Sciences, with 2.2 pass or better. GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Science in Safety, Health and Environmental Management – 1½ years Bachelor of Science Honours in Safety, Health and Environmental Science or Geography and Environmental Studies/Science with 2.2 pass or better. HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Local Governance and Management – 4    years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects GWERU CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Local Governance and Management – 3   years Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language.

Be a holder of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines.

Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.

Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer

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Bachelor of Science Honours in Public Management and Governance – 4    years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Public Management and Governance – 3    years Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language.

Be a holder of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines.

Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.

Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer

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Bachelor of Science Honours in Political Science and Governance – 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Political Science and Governance – 3 years Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language.

Be a holder of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines.

Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.

Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Master of Science in International Relations – 1 ½ years     At least 2.2 Pass in either Politics and Public Management or any other relevant degree BLOCK RELEASE

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL

Master of Science in Local Governance Studies – 1½ years At least 2.2 Pass in either Local Governance Studies, Politics and Public Management or any other relevant degree GWERU BLOCK RELEASE
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Human Resource Management – 4 years Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities. GWERU CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Human Resource Management – 3 years Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics.

Be a holder of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines.

Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.

Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma or Higher Diploma.

Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Master of Science in Human Resource Management 

Block – Release – 1½ years

At least a 2.2. pass in Human Resource Management or any related fields. BLOCK RELEASE 
Master of Science in Human Resource Management –

– 1½ years

At least a 2.2. pass in Human Resource Management or any related fields. HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace, Human Rights and Social Justice – 4years At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language with Grade C or better and at least two (2) Advanced level passes in Humanities/Social Sciences  CONVENTIONAL 
Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace, Human Rights and Social Justice – 3 years At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language with Grade C or better and at least two (2) Advanced level passes in Humanities/Social Sciences OR Diploma in Peace/Human Rights/Development/Politics/ Public Management OR other related fields

Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma or Higher Diploma.

HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace, Leadership and Governance – 4 years At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language with Grade C or better and at least two (2) Advanced level passes in Humanities/Social Sciences  CONVENTIONAL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Peace and Security Studies – 4years At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language with Grade C or better and at least two (2) Advanced level passes in Humanities/Social Sciences CONVENTIONAL
Master of Science in Peace, Security and Development –

1½ year

Normal Entry: A 2.1 pass in BSc Honours Peace, Security Studies, Political Science or any related fields BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Science in Peace and Gender – 1½ years Normal Entry: A 2.1 pass in BSc Honours Peace, Gender Studies or any related fields HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science Honours in Social Work – 4    years 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language.

Two A Level passes in Arts/Humanities.

CONVENTIONAL
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work – 2 years A good first degree in Sociology or Psychology.  BLOCK RELEASE
Master of Science in Social Work – 1 ½ years Bachelor of Science Honours in Social Work with 2.2 pass or better; or Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work and a good first degree in Sociology or Psychology. In addition, students must be registered with the Council of Social Workers in terms of the Social Workers Act.  BLOCK RELEASE

 

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