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DMI – ST. EUGENE UNIVERSITY

Lusaka, Zambia

PROSPECTUS
Under Graduate and Post Graduate Courses
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From the Desk of the President – University Council

Dr. T.X. A. Ananth

Dear student,

Greetings!

It is with pleasure that I welcome you to DMI – St. Eugene University,

Chibombo, Zambia.

I would like to ask each of you who pick up this prospectus to carefully go
through the pages and find a course that suits your skills and a programme
that you have yearned to study.

We at DMI ST Eugene University will endeavour to fulfill your dreams and

aspirations to enable fulfill your careers, set you on your future path and
help each of us to cherish and achieve the goals of this beautiful nation.

Sincerely,

Dr. T. X. A. Ananth
President – University Council
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Head office:
DMI Foundations Trust- DFT,
4/26, Second Lane, St. Patrick Church Road,
Off Magazine road,
St. Thomas Mount,
Chennai -600 016,
India.
Tel. No: +91 44 22339039

African Head office:

DMI-St. JOSEPH GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS,
B3 & B4, Ubungo Plaza,
P.O. Box No: 11007,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Tel No: +255 732 921492, 713 757010, 784757010
E-mail: president@sjuit.ac.tz
Website: www.sjuit.ac.tz, www.dmiafrica.org;

DMI-St. Eugene University- Main Campus

(Great North Road Campus)
P.O. Box. No - 330081,Plot No.B2029/M,
9 Miles, Great North Road, Chibombo, Zambia.
Mobile: +260 977 613644
Email: VC@dmiseu.edu.zm
Website: www.dmiseu.edu.zm, www.dmisteugene.org

DMI-St. Eugene University-Chipata Campus,

P.O.Box. No – 511026, St. Anne’s, Chipata, Zambia.
Ph: 0216-221617, 0977200088, 0965200088.
Email: chipata@dmiseu.edu.zm
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Vision
To Spearhead Technical Employable Education in Africa
and
Become Part of Its History.
- Rev. Fr. Dr. J.E.Arulraj
Founder, DMI-St.Eugene University

Very Rev.Fr.Dr. J. Emmanuel Arulraj

Chancellor of the University

MISSION
Capacity Building of Children of Africa,
to Meet the Emerging Challenges Happening in the World,
by Imparting Quality Employable Education with
Discipline, which leads to Self Enlightenment and
Development of the Nation
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CONTENTS

No. Title Page

1 DMI – Saga of Service 9
2 Academic Programmes 12
3 Our Hallmarks of Learning 13
4 Our Campuses 14
5 Library 15
6 Information & Communications Technology 16
(ICT)
7 Computer Science Laboratory 16
8 Physical Sciences Laboratory 17
9 IVDL 20
10 Adresses of Centres 23
11 Course design 23
12 Course offered 25
13 Learning Aids 27
14 V campus 27
15 Assesesment 28
16 Application procedure 30
17 Frequently Asked Questions 30
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DMI-SAGA OF SERVICE

“LOVING GOD IN SERVING THE POOR”

The Daughters of Mary Immaculate and

Collaborators, DMI, was founded on the
Biblical ground that, Service to the most
downtrodden among the creation is Service
to God Himself.

Very Rev.Fr.Dr.J.E.Arulraj founded the

Daughters of Mary Immaculate Mission in
1984, in a remote village in India. The main purpose of DMI was to train and prepare a
dedicated team of women towards the objective of ameliorating the sufferings of the
downtrodden. For over two decades, the DMI has undertaken several charity and
development activities doing yeoman service in villages and remote areas. In the later
years, the society focused its dynamic efforts in building non-profit educational
institutions that not only support innumerable poor rural students but also provide High
Quality Standards in Education globally.

The love of fellow human beings transcends international borders and it was this love
that made DMIextend its activities to the
continents of Africa and South America.

During thecourse of its journey, the Founder

of DMI founded another religious society for
men, Missionaries of Mary Immaculate -
MMI. Today, MMIs are working in many
missions across the world and hand in hand
with Sisters of DMI.

DMI Group of Institutions are built with

values and principles that govern the basic
well- being of the mankind, care for the
nature and Christian values that are
prescribed by the Church. Every student who is joining the DMI Group of Institutions is
expected to follow this and is moulded with same values.

DMI landed in the shores of Africa in Tanzania, in response to the invitation of His
Eminence Polycarp Cardinal Pengo, Arch Bishop of Dar-es-Salaam and Most. Rev.
Norbert Mtega, Archbishop of Songea in 2003. Today in Africa DMI serves in Tanzania,
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Malawi and Zambia with Universities, Schools and Hospitals in Ethiopia and pastoral
missions in South Sudan.

DMI – Presence in Zambia

Archbishop of Lusaka Late Medardo Cardinal

Pro Chancellor Mazombwe, Zambia,

The University is named after Saint Eugene De Mazenod, who is the Founder of Oblates
of Mary Immaculate (OMI), to which the Very. Rev. Fr. J. Emmanuel Arulraj, OMI,
Founder of DMI congregation belongs.

DMI is here for not just education alone, but also for making a difference by molding
the youth with discipline too. A great deal of care is invested in bringing life in the
campus and in the lives of the students. You can witness a sea of difference among the
students of DMI-ST.EUGENE than their contemporaries elsewhere in the country in
quality and discipline.

The University is proud of a vibrant student community, which synchronizes well with
the mission of the University and moves forward.

Infrastructure of the University:

The University boasts of a most
modern facility for its students.
The academicians of DMI-SEU
choose all the components for
the education with utmost
care. A great deal of investment has gone
into the construction of infrastructure at the Great North
Road Campus

DMI aims at establishing and maintaining global standards of facilities. Students are
therefore offered superlative conditions to pursue their academic objectives whichever
program or discipline they opt for.
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At the DMI Institutions, laboratories are seen not merely as a part of University
curriculum, but as a center of higher learning and research. A lot of encouragement is
showered to the students to pursue the studies and use
University’s facilities for learning after the college hours.
Furthermore, the students are encouraged to use the facilities
of the library and laboratory beyond the classroom scope at
their own free will to carry on experimentation and hone
their analytical skills when required. The labs and libraries are
kept accessible to them for this purpose.

Though the University is not having its own hostel facilities and residential facilities for
members of staff, the master plan makes provisions for all the facilities in the new
campus soon. Till then, some of the facilities like residential quarters for students and
staff are provided through lease arrangements in the neighborhood.

Discipline …. Not Just Education:

DMI- St. Eugene being a Catholic Congregation owned University; the Sisters give
maximum care for DISCIPLINE and ETHICAL PRACTICES. Every student is monitored
throughout their tenure in the campus, records maintained in future too. Every 15
students have a staff advisor who takes care of their academic and emotional needs.

The University makes annual medical checkup compulsory for all the students who are
pursuing degree programmes. This is done to ensure, the students are aware of their
health conditions and to inform them of the remedial measures required to be a healthy
individual.

DMI-ST.EUGENE UNIVERSITY strongly advocates the social responsibility of all the

human beings. Hence, efforts are made to inculcate the habit in them during their course
of studies.

At DMI-ST.EUGENE, the philosophy is that, the tenure what a student spends during
HIGHER LEARNING is the time for character molding. Hence the University is
committed to develop the student community with its flexible, but in the mean time
disciplined rules and regulations. All the students are provided with by-laws, Do’s and
Don’ts, when they join the University.

The University currently has three campuses in Zambia namely:

1. DMI St. Eugene University, Great North road Campus, Chibombo

2. DMI-St. Eugene University, Woodlands Campus, Lusaka
3. DMI-St. Eugene University, Chipata Campus, Chipata
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This is a University with a difference and with a focus towards personal development
and capacity building, which will lead to the development of the nation.

List of programmes offered by DMI- St. Eugene University at its campuses on regular
mode

Programmes
School of Commerce and Management studies
Diploma in commerce
Diploma in Business management
Bachelor of Business Administration - Generic
Bachelor of Comerce in accounts and finance
Master of BA in finance and int business
Master of Business administration in marketing and enterprenuership
Master of Busniess Adminstration in human resource management
Master of comere in accounts and finance
School of Information and Communication Technology
Diploma in computer science
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science
Master of science in Computer Science
School of Science and Humanities
Bachelor of Science in Food and nutrition
School of Education
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with English
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with civic
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with mathmatics
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with geography
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with chemistry
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with physics
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with biology
Bachelor of science in Secondary Education with computer science
Master of Education in Educational Adminstration
School of Social Work
Diploma in Social Work (Generic)
Bachelor of Social Work (Generic)
Master of of Social Work in Project Management , Monitoring and
Evaluation
Master of Social Work in Community Development
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Our Hallmarks of Learning

QUALITY is the backbone of any good service. In education, it needs to be

more emphasized since we develop the leaders of today, not just
tomorrow.
REACH at the doorstep,covers large number of the population. Instead of
students having to travel far to study, it is good to learn at a place
near their homes.
FLEXIBILITY is important to make it convenient for all to study. Flexible
batch timings, modular courses are the added features.
ECONOMY in other words affordability is as important as the other pillars.
TECHNOLOGY used in the course of study and delivery of the curriculum is
important for the success of the programme.
DISCIPLINE in life is paramount in building good and progressive society.
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OUR CAMPUS

The University has modern facilities for the use of its students. The
academicians of DMI-SEU choose with care the components for all the
courses. A great deal of investment and care has been taken for the
development of the infrastructure.

Woodlands
Chibombo
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LIBRARY

The library provides the necessary referential and course texts to benefit
students. DMI-SEU library boasts of, not just traditional books alone but
also digital and Internet library. Renowned journals are available to
prepare our students for successful careers.

In line with the mission, the collection in the library is not on just books,
but also on digital texts, the modern way of reading. The library also
subscribes to e-journals to expand and
update the knowledge base of its students
and also the teaching community. Today,
the University subscribes to latest digital
libraries across the world and has more
than 10,000 digital books. There is a
library in each centrewhich remains open for the convenience of the
student community. This system ensures the students visiting the library,
refer, and borrow books and journals. It is also an important fact to note
that the entire network is built on local service provider.

The classroom is an online and virtual lecture mode from the University’s
hub at the Great North Road campus. The advantage of the virtual mode is
that it allows participants to
communicate with one another, view
presentations or videos, interact with
other participants, and engage with
resources in groups.

Just like in a real-world classroom, the

teacher in a virtual classroom and
students are logged into the virtual
learning environment at the same time.
There is interactive learning that takes place when the classes are in session.
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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ICT)

ICT/Digital Literacy is necessary today. Everyoneneeds to possess a basic
understanding of ICT and to use it productively as students, workers and
citizens.
Teaching people to be competent basic users of ICT technologies is an
important role of the courses we offer in all our programmes. The purpose
is to encourage teachers to be
successful with modern day
technology in their academic and
work careers to enhance student
learning, and so they can
efficiently keep up with the trends
of today’s professional
requirements.
Beyond a basic user competency,
our society also needs more
knowledgeable and capable to
deploy, manage and maintain ICT equipment, software and systems, to
enable them to utilize it for users.

LABORATORIES
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It is in the laboratory that students learn to practice the activities of a true

scientist – by asking questions, performing procedures, collecting and
analysing data, answering queries that explode in the minds, and to think
of new and progressive dimensions to explore.

The Computer Lab has modern computers and a substantial collection of

software backed by un-interrupted power supply. This makes it convenient
for students to enjoy uninterrupted learning.

The labs offer one computer to a student. Computer studies form a part of
all the studies in DMI – St. Eugene, irrespective of the subject – Education,
Literature, Social Work or Business Administration efficient use and
proficiency in computers will enhance learning.
The curriculum is designed to facilitate learning in students who enroll in
the Fast Track Programme, graduate with sufficient level of understanding
in computer technology. The programming knowledge they learn is specific
to the field of their study. All the students are encouraged to do projects
based on or using ICT as a tool.
Students will not just learn, but also practice and simulate real life situations
that will reinforce their learning. Well-qualified professors and lecturers in
ICT support this infrastructure. The well-equipped and networked labs
ensure the prompt delivery of knowledge and training to the students.
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Physical Sciences

The basis of a scientist’s belief is not the result of mere thinking or reading
from textbooks. The basis for their belief is the result of the careful
collection and analysis of laboratory evidence they compile during the
course of their study.

The laboratory is central to scientific learning. It is more than an

indifferently locatedplace at the back of the classroom. Thelaboratory is the
place where science students learn by doing.
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Home Economics laboratory

Home Economics is an all-encompassing course that teaches everything
from homemaking skills and first aid, to getting a job and managing a
home.Dewey’s view was that cooking and eating together is not only a
didactic tool, but also instrumental in teaching people how to cooperate
with and engage in our natural world and communities, and in effect create
thriving democracies. The DMI-SEU has a well equipped nutrition
laboratory with state of the art equipment
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The Institute of Virtual and Distance Leraning - IVDL

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It is a known fact that many teachers were not able to pursue higher studies
due to distance and non-presence of the Universities in their provinces,
among other factors. Most of the Universities are located along the line of
rail. To answer this need, the answer is to move close to the provincesor
places close to where the students reside.

The University launched the Institute of Virtual and Distance Learning

programmethrough virtual classrooms to meet the emerging needs of the
country. The institute has centres at all the provincial capitals, libraries and
labs for Computer Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Home
Economics. The resident lecturers at the centres assist the students in their
practicals, offer lectures and tutorials sessions.

ORGANISATION OF THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOMS

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The provinces are connected to the hub at the Great North Road campus
by fibre optic cables and provideInternet access to students. Though the
campuses are located at distant centres from the main hub, the classes are
conducted and viewed simultaneously.

LOCATION OF IVDL PROVINCIAL CENTRES ON THE MAP OF ZAMBIA

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ADDRESSES OF CENTRES IN THE PROVINCES

No Location Address Contact details

1. Kasama Institute of Virtual & kasama@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O. Box: 410900,
Kasama
2. Mpika Institute of Virtual & mpika@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O Box: 450023,Mpika
3. Mansa Institute of Virtual & mansa@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O.Box: 710109, Mansa
4. Lusaka Institute of Virtual & Lusaka@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
Nyatwa Road,
Woodlands,
P.O.Box: 320225, Lusaka
5. Mongu Institute of Virtual & mongu@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O.Box: 910043,
Mongu.

6. Livingstone Institute of Virtual & livingstone@dmiseu.edu.zm

Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O.Box: 60461,
Livingstone..
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7. Solwezi Institute of Virtual & solwezi@dmiseu.edu.zm

Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
P.O.Box: 110053, Solwezi
8. Kitwe Institute of Virtual & kitwe@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
Kitwe
9. Kabwe Institute of Virtual & Kabwe@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
Kabwe
10. Chipata Institute of Virtual & chipata@dmiseu.edu.zm
Distance Learning,
DMI – St. Eugene
University,
Chipata

COURSE DESIGN
All the programmes cited are designed so that teachers can teach minimum
of two subjects. The courses are rich in Computer science content.

At the under graduate level, there are several courses designed to meet the
emerging need of the teachers. These courses are discipline specific. These
courses are designed keeping in mind the various challenges facing the
country today from the employment sector.

After careful research, DMI-SEU has designed the courses to meet the future
needs of the country. The University strongly believes that information
technology plays a vital role in the progress of the nation.

Zambia’s Millennium Development Goals stipulate ICT as a major driver

for the development of the nation and ICT education at the school levels is
necessary for the success of these goals. Hence, there is emphasis on
imparting ICT skills to all teachers at all levels.
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It is a known fact that our teachers are well trained in teaching and teaching
methodologies. They are proven in the field. Therefore, repetition of
pedagogical methods is not an expected learning for the teacher students.

The teachers require in-depth subject matter to ensure efficient teaching at

higher classes in schools. Hence the focus on the course content has been to
incorporate more of subject knowledge along with ICT knowledge.

The Fast Track Programme for upgrading the teachers will be offered on
three (3) different modes of delivery –viz., daily, week-endsand term
holidays.

Teachers form the backbone of every nation. Teachers through delivery,

needs to produce good students for the Universities and for the employers.
Hence, due attention is given here to develop the programmes to meet the
demand.

The teacher with a diploma qualification can upgrade him or herself to

bachelor degree and there by qualifies to teach higher grades.

COURSES OFFERED THROUGH IVDL

The IVDL programme offers the various courses to suit the need of the
country. They are designed with the focus to make the teachers competent
and strong in the discipline of their choice. The course enables the employer
to deploy the teacher at appropriate teaching level relevant courses.

Diploma course

• Diploma in Primary Education

Bachelor Degree Courses

• Bachelor of Science in Primary Education

• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Mathematics and Physics)
• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Mathematics and Biology)
• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education(Mathematics and Chemistry)
• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Biology and Chemistry)
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• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Physics and Chemistry)

• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education(History & Geography)
• Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (Civic & Religious Education)
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Commerce

Post Graduate Course

• Master of Education in Educational Administration and Management

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Education in Mathematical education
• Master of Education in Physics education
• Master of Education in Chemistry education
• Master of Education in Biology education
• Master of Education in Civic education
• Master of Education in Geography education

Our Second Year

In 2015, the success of the first fast track programme was evident when
about 1,200 self-financing in-service teachers registered for the IVDL
programme to upgrade their qualifications through the virtual mode.
The IVDL has also launched the pre-service programme for those students
who have successfully passed the Grade 12 and wish to become teachers.
The programme commenced on February 24, 2016.
The classes are conducted in the virtual and face to face mode in all the
centres in Zambia. The classes run through the year with mid course
Continuous Assessment Tests and End Semester examinations.

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures act as a starting point for your own research and typically last
around 90 minutes.
The lectures are compiled by faculty who have considerable teaching
experience.
Practical classesare sometimes called ‘labs’ or laboratory classes. Practical
work on some courses may be assessed.
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Independent research provides thechance to carry out your own research

for dissertations and project work. It is an opportunity to test out theories
and put forward your own ideas.

LEARNING AIDS

Tablets are small PCs or personal computers given to students after

registration and payment of the first installment of fees. The tablets can be
used to access the lessons of the fast track programme relevant for you.
Access to internet through Wi Fi is the benefit that comes with the optic
fibre networking that forms a part of virtual teaching.
Access to recording of virtual classes already conducted is possible through
the tablet – PC should you have missed a session for a reason.
Lab Manuals are documented texts for the experiments in various subjects
that are presented during practical sessions.
Text Books are the traditional study material given to each student when
you register for the course. Text books are issued each semester.
Hard and soft copy format of handoutsare extra notes given to students.
The soft copies can be accessed on the tablet PC while the hard copies can
be obtained from the respective centres.

V CAMPUS
V Campusis really the virtual blueprint of the university. It is web-based
cloud computing software. It consists of several portals that inform you
about the various aspects needed for the student from the university, such
as attendance, marks, notes for lectures,timetables and texts. This
information is uploaded regularly in e-format for easy working and
referential purposes of the students who attend the virtual mode of
learning through the fast track programme at DMI – St. Eugene University.
The advantage of V campus is that material can be accessed from any part
of world after you have registered. The uploaded information can be
accessed by students on individual tablets given to each student who
attends the programme.
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ASSESSMENTS
There are two kinds of assessment. They are

Continuous Assessment Tests (CAT):

Regular class tests will be conducted during the course of programme. The
tests will be taken into account for the calculation of internal marks.
Absence in any continuous assessment test will carry ‘zero’ (0) marks for
that particular test.

Assignments:

Assignments form a component of the internal assessment of the students.

Assignments will be given for students regularly and they are expected to
submit the assignments according to the deadlines given.

Assignments will be duly evaluated and added to the internal marks. In

case of absence or non-submission of assignments, the marks will be taken
as ‘zero’ (0) for the assignment of the particular student for the particular
subject.

End-Semester Examination

This forms the second part of the assessment. There will be a final
examination after the completion of each Module. The student has to
write examination for a three hour duration covering the whole module.

GRADING &EVALUATION

The evaluation in each module of each semester comprises two

components.

(i) Continuous assessment: The candidate is assessed continuously

throughout the semester by continuous assessment tests (CAT I & II) and
assignments. This constitutes 40% of the evaluation.
(ii) End semester examination: The evaluation for the examination
constitutes 60% of the marks.
Grading
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Grades A+, A, B+, B, C& F are awarded corresponding to the assessment.

Grade points of 5.0, 4.0, 3.0, 2.0 and 1.0 are awarded respectively in each
module according to the grade and the Grade Point Average (GPA) for
each semester is awarded according to the grade secured.

Grading System
The marks scored by the student are translated to the following point scale
and letter grades:

UNDERGRADUATE:
UG – IVDL(FAST TRACK)
Grade Grade Point Class of Award
Score Range for Score Range for
Theory Module Practical Modules
A+ 5 Distinction 80-100 90-100
A 4 Excellent 70-79 80-89
B+ 3 Very Good 60-69 70-79
B 2 Good 50-59 60-69
C 1 Satisfactory 40-49 50-59
F 0 Failure 0-39 0-49
I - Incomplete - -

POST GRADUATE:

Grade Grade Points Class of Award Score Grade Range

Range
A+ 5.0 Distinction 86 -100 4.6 -5.0
A 4.0 Upper First Class 75 -85 4.1 -4.5
B+ 3.5 Lower First Class 70 -74 3.6 -4.0
B 3.0 Upper Second Class 65 -69 3.1 – 3.5
C+ 2.0 Lower Second class 55 -64 2.6 – 3.0
C 1.0 Pass 50 -54 2.0 -2.5
F - Fail 0 -49

∑ (Credits x Grade Point)

SEM GPA =

∑ (Credits)
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This is a University with a difference and where learning has a focus

towards personal development of the individual and encourages capacity
building for the progress of the nation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Application forms can be collected from the university or through our
website
2. The applications should be accompanied by copies of relevant
certificates.
3. Once the application has been approved, the student will be asked to
proceed for registration with a prescribed registration fee.
4. At the registration counter, present the original certificates for
verification.
5. After the registration process, the student will be asked to pay the
required semester fee.
6. Instructions will be given on the commencement of the course.
7. The registered students will have an orientation programme on the first
day of the course.
8. This is followed by the formal commencement of classes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - FAQs

How do I approach the centre closest to my residence?
Check on the map found in the prospectus and choose the location closest
or convenient for you. You may also call and check with the Centre
Manager of the province to help you.
How do I obtain the application for a course, I am interested in?
The application can be downloaded from the website.
What will it cost me to study?
The fees are competitive and you can pay per semester on an instalment
basis.
What entry requirements do I need in order to apply for the course?
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You should be a Grade 12 with 5 ‘O’ level credit for the degree
programmes.
Do I need work experience to take the course?
No. No prior work experience is required to undertake any course.
Do I have to be a teacher currently to take the course?
No, this is not a requirement. You could have been a teacher earlier in your
career, or you may be employed in any other profession, or you may not
be employed at all.
What is the schedule for the course?
The schedule and duration is given in this prospectus. Kindly go through it
in detail.
What are the timings of the classes?
The classes for the present course are scheduled from 8.00 hours to 17.30
hours three times a year, when the schools are closed for vacation. You can
check with the IVDL office for further details. Information for the classes
will be announced on the last day of each session.
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