MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY

UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE AUGUST 2024 INTAKE

Applications are invited for admission into the following programmes at the Midlands State University for the AUGUST 2024 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) 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.

DEGREE PROGRAMMES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
‘O’ level Mathematics and any two ‘A’ level Science subjects
1. Bachelor of Science Honours in Agricultural Economics and Development – 4  Agriculture, Mathematics, Economics, Management of
years Business, Sociology, Accounts, Geography and Biology

2. Bachelor of Science Honours in Agronomy – 4 years  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences

3. Bachelor of Science Honours in Animal and Wildlife Sciences - 4years  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences
4. Bachelor of Science Honours in Poultry Sciences – 4 years  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences

5. Bachelor of Science Honours in Crop Protection – 4 years  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences

6. Bachelor of Science Honours in Horticulture – 4 years  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences
7. Bachelor of Science Honours in Land and Water Resources Management –
 Biology/Agriculture and any Sciences
4 years
8. Bachelor of Science Honours in Agronomy majoring in Crop Improvement  Biology/ Agriculture and any Sciences
and Seed Production – 4 years

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 GWERU CAMPUS VISITING SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES)
1. Bachelor of Science Honours in Agricultural Economics and Development – 3
years
2. Bachelor of Science Honours in Agronomy – 3 years
3. Bachelor of Science Honours in Animal and Wildlife Sciences – 3 years
4. Bachelor of Science Honours in Poultry Sciences – 3 years
5. Bachelor of Science Honours in Land and Water Resources Management – 3
years
GWERU CAMPUS (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. Master of Science in Applied Agricultural Economics - 2 years
2. Master of Science in Agricultural Informatics and Data Analytics - 1 ½
years
3. Master of Science in Animal Breeding and Biotechnology - 2 years
4. Master of Science in Land and Water Resources Management - 2 years
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in
Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU.
 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in
Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU.
 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in
Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU.
 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in
Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU.
 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in
Agriculture from any college recognised by MSU.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 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.
 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; Mathematics; Statistics; Information Technology
or any other related programme from a recognized University.
 To be eligible for the programme a candidate must be a holder of an Honours
Degree (class 2.2/GPA 2.0 or better) in Agriculture or relevant subjects such
as Animal Science, Biological Science, Biotechnology and Natural
Resources, or equivalent.
 To be eligible for this programme a candidate should be a holder of a first
degree in Land and Water Resources Management or related fields from a
recognized University.
  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
5. Master of Science in Crop Science - 2 ½ years
related fields from a recognised University. Candidates with lower degree
classes may be admitted upon showing proof of employment in a crop
science-related field for at least three 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. Candidates with lower degree
6. Master of Science in Crop Protection – 2 ½ Years
classes may be admitted upon showing proof of employment in a crop
science-related field for at least three years.

FACULTY OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES

ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Development Planning and Management - 4 years  Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects

2. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Development Practice - 4 years  Any two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences subjects

3. Bachelor of Arts Honours in English and Communication – 4 years  Literature in English and any Arts/Humanities subjects

4. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Translation and Intercultural Communication –  Literature in English /African Languages and any Arts/Humanities
4 years subjects

5. Bachelor of Arts Honours in History and International Studies – 4 years.  History and any Arts/Humanities subjects

6. Bachelor of Arts Honours in History and Heritage Studies - 4 years  History and any Arts/Humanities subjects

7. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Archival and Historical Information Management  History and any Arts/Humanities subjects
8. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Radio, Television and Multi-Media Production -
 Any two ‘A’ Level Passes
4 years

9. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Journalism and Digital Media Studies - 4 years  Any two ‘A’ Level Passes

10. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Film and Theatre Arts - 4 Years  Any two ‘A’ Level Passes

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11. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Religious Studies, Ethics and Human
Development – 4 years
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Religious Studies- 4years
. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Religion and Family Values- 4years
12. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Archaeology, Cultural Heritage & Museum
Studies - 4 years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)
13. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Multi-Media, Graphic Designing and Editing
14. Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Print Media and Digital Technologies
ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS VISITING SCHOOL/HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE
PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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 5 ‘O’ passes including English and have either at least two ‘A’ level
passes in Religious Studies and any subject(s) in Arts, Humanities and
Social Sciences OR a Diploma in Religious Studies, Theology or
Development Studies from a recognized institution acquired normally in
not less than 18 months.
 Male and female applicants who are 25 and 23 years of age respectively
may apply for mature entry provided they passed at least 5 ‘O’ levels
including English and must have demonstrated suitability for university
studies by virtue of their attainments and/or relevant work experience.
 5 ‘O’ passes including English and have either at least two ‘A’ level
passes in Religious Studies and any subject(s) in Arts, Humanities and
Social Sciences OR a Diploma in Religious Studies, Theology or
Development Studies from a recognized institution acquired normally in
not less than 18 months.
 Male and female applicants who are 25 and 23 years of age respectively
may apply for mature entry provided they passed at least 5 ‘O’ levels
including English and must have demonstrated suitability for university
studies by virtue of their attainments and/or relevant work experience.
 5 ‘O’ passes including English and have either at least two ‘A’ level
passes in Religious Studies and any subject(s) in Arts, Humanities and
Social Sciences OR a Diploma in Religious Studies, Theology or
Development Studies from a recognized institution acquired normally in
not less than 18 months.
 Male and female applicants who are 25 and 23 years of age respectively
may apply for mature entry provided they passed at least 5 ‘O’ levels
including English and must have demonstrated suitability for university
studies by virtue of their attainments and/or relevant work experience.
 Any two ‘A’ Level passes
 Any two ‘A’ Level passes
 Any two ‘A ‘Level passes
 A good first degree in any field
1. Bachelor of Arts Special Honours in Monitoring and Evaluation – 1 year

2. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Development Practice - 3 years  Two A’ Levels or appropriate Diploma/Higher National Diploma.
3. Bachelor of Arts Honours in English and Communication - 3 years  Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.
4. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Religious Studies, Ethics and Human  Confirmation of employment.
Development - 3 years
5. Bachelor of Arts Honours in Translation and Intercultural
Communication - 3 years
ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS/HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Post-Graduate Diploma in Translation and Interpretation Studies -1½  A good first degree in English Literature/ African Languages
years
2. Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation -1½ years
A valid degree plus a special Honours in Monitoring and Evaluation
3. Master of Arts in Development Studies (Block Release/Harare Weekend  A good first degree in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
4. Master of Arts in Global History-1½ years  A good first degree in History or Economic History.

5. Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Studies -1½ years  A good first degree in English Literature/ African Languages

6. Master of Arts in African and Diasporan Literature -1½ years  A good first degree in English Literature/ African Languages

7. Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics -1½ years (HARARE CAMPUS

 A good first degree in English Literature/ African Languages
ONLY)
8. Master of Arts in Journalism and Digital Media Studies - 1½ years  A good first degree in Communication, Film and Media or any other
related honours degree
 A good first degree in Communication, Film and Media or any other
9. Master of Arts in Film, TV and Digital Technologies -1½ years.
related honours degree.

 A good first degree in Communication, Film and Media or any other

10. Master of Arts in Development Communication -1½ years
related honours degree.

11. Master of Arts in Strategic Communication Studies -1½ years  A good first degree in Communication, Film, Literature, and/ or
Linguistics Degree or any other acceptable degree
12. Master of Arts in Religion and Sustainable Development- 1½ years
 Good first degree in Religious Studies, Ethics or Philosophy

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 13. Master of Arts in African History  A good first degree in History or Economic History.

FACULTY OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT, ART AND DESIGN

GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)

1.Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Geomatics specializing in Land

 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and Physics
Surveying or Geographical Information Sciences- 4 years
FACULTY OF BUSINESS SCIENCES
GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 ‘A’ Level Accounting plus any two Commercial subjects
1. Bachelor of Commerce in Applied Accounting - 4 years  Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
2. Bachelor of Commerce in Audit and Risk Management – 4 years  Any two A' Level Commercial subjects
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
3. Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management – 4 years  Any two Commercial subjects
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
4. Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Studies – 4 years  Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects and 5 O level passes including English
language.
5. Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Econometric Modelling – 4 years  At least two ‘A’ Level passes from Commercial, Sciences or Arts subjects
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics must be at least a B
6. Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Digital Banking – 4 years  ‘A’ Level Mathematics or Economics, plus any two Commercial subjects
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
7. Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Economics and Investment – 4 years  At least two ‘A’ level passes from Commercial, Sciences or Arts subjects
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
8. Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics and Supply Chain Management - 4 years  Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects
9. Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management and Insurance - 4 years  Any two Commercial subjects.
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
10. Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Management - 4 years  Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subject.
11. Bachelor of Commerce in Sustainable Tourism Management – 4 Years  Any two ‘A’ Level passes.
12. Bachelor of Commerce in Data Science and Informatics – 4 years  ‘A’ Level Mathematics, plus any two Commercial subjects.
 Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics
13. Bachelor of Commerce in Business Healthcare Management – 4 years  Two ‘A’ level passes in Management of Business, Accounting,
Economics, Mathematics and Geography.

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  Pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics

GWERU CAMPUS VISITING SCHOOL/HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Applied Accounting - 3 years  A National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, or any
equivalent tertiary qualification
 Complete CIS, CIMA, ACCA
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects or
 Confirmation of employment in relevant accounting departments.
2. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Business Management - 3  Diploma (Institute of Bankers) ND/HND in Business Studies, Accountancy,
years Purchasing, Banking and Finance and Secretarial Studies
 Diploma in Education, Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC),
Institute of Personnel Management (IPMZ)
 Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM)
 Diploma in Marketing and any other relevant tertiary qualification or two
passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects
CIS
 Proof of employment.
3. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Risk Management and  A Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Insurance
Insurance - 3 years  National Diploma/HND in Business Studies
 Any other equivalent tertiary qualification
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects
 Proof of employment
4. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain  Diploma of the Institute of Bankers Zimbabwe (IOBZ)
Management – 3 years  HND/ND in Business Studies, Accountancy, Purchasing Management,
Diploma in Education, Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC),
Institute of Personnel Management Zimbabwe (IPMZ) Diploma, Diplomas
of the Institute of Real Estate Management
 Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM),
 Any other relevant tertiary qualifications or
 At least two passes at ‘A’ Level.
 At least two years working experience.
 Proof of employment
5. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Audit and Risk Management  A National Diploma in Auditing, Accounting, Risk Management or any
- 3 years equivalent tertiary qualification
 At least two passes in any relevant ‘A’ Level subjects or

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  Proof of employment.
6. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Finance and Digital  A Higher National Diploma or National diploma in Banking and Finance
Banking - 3 years related field or any equivalent tertiary qualification
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subject or
 . Proof of employment
7. Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Economics and Econometric  A National Diploma in a Business-related field or any equivalent tertiary
Modelling - 3 years qualification.
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and at least a ‘B’ pass in
‘O’ level Mathematics
 Proof of employment
8. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Financial Economics and  A National Diploma in a Business-related field or any equivalent tertiary
Investment - 3 years qualification
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects or
 Proof of employment
9. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Marketing Studies - 3 years  A National Diploma in Marketing Management, IMM Diploma (Institute
of Marketing Management), Diploma Institute of Bankers, ND in Business
Studies, Accountancy, Purchasing Management, Diploma in Education,
Institute of Administration and Commerce Diplomas, Institute of Personnel
Management of Zimbabwe Diplomas, Diplomas from Institute of Real
Estate Agents, Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM), Diploma in
Tourism or any other relevant tertiary qualification
 At least two ‘A’ Level passes in any subjects.
 Proof of employment

10. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Tourism and Hospitality
Management - 3 years
11. Bachelor of Commerce in Data Science and Informatics – 3 years
12. Bachelor of Commerce in Business Healthcare Management – 3 years
(Gweru Visiting ONLY)
 A relevant National Diploma or HND in Tourism, Hospitality, Customer
Care, Marketing, Professional Cookery, Tour Guiding
 At least two `A’ Level passes or
 Proof of employment in any tourism-related or hospitality organization.
 A National Diploma in an Information Technology related field or any
equivalent tertiary qualification
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects or
 Proof of employment with at least two years working experience in the
field of IT.
 Diploma (Institute of Bankers), ND in Business Studies, Accountancy,
Purchasing, Diploma in Education, Institute of Administration and
Commerce (IAC), Institute of Personnel Management (IPMZ),

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BULAWAYO CAMPUS WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Applied Accounting - 3 years
2. Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management – 3 years
3. Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics and Supply Chain Management- 3 years
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Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM), Diploma in Marketing
and any other relevant tertiary qualifications deemed to be equivalent
 OR
 Passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and must be at least 22 years old.
 AND
 At least two years relevant working experience and proof of
employment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 A National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, or any
equivalent tertiary qualification
 Complete CIS, CIMA, ACCA
OR
 At least two passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects
AND
 Confirmation of employment in relevant accounting departments.
 Diploma (Institute of Bankers) ND/HND in Business Studies,
Accountancy, Purchasing, Banking and Finance and Secretarial Studies
 Diploma in Education, Institute of Administration and Commerce
(IAC), Institute of Personnel Management (IPMZ), Business
Administration (ZIM), Marketing and any other relevant tertiary
qualification
 OR
 Passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and must be at least 22 years old.
 AND
 At least two years relevant working experience and proof of
employment.
 Diploma of the Institute of Bankers Zimbabwe (IOBZ)
 HND/ND in Business Studies, Accountancy, Purchasing Management,
Diploma in Education, Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC),
Business Administration (ZIM), Institute of Personnel Management
Zimbabwe (IPMZ) Diploma, Diplomas of the Institute of Real Estate
Management
 Any other relevant tertiary qualifications
OR
 Passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and must be at least 22 years old.
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4. Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Management - 3 years
GWERU CAMPUS/HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. Master of Commerce in Public Sector Accounting and Finance
2. Master of Commerce in Forensic Auditing and Accounting –1½years
3. Master of Commerce in Financial Economics and Investment – 1½ years
At least two years relevant working experience and proof of employment.
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in any subject. A relevant National Diploma or HND
in Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing, Professional Cookery, Tour Guiding or
any equivalent tertiary qualification
OR
 Passes in relevant ‘A’ Level subjects and must be at least 22 years old.
AND
 At least two years relevant working experience and proof of employment.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An Honours Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Auditing or Banking
and Finance and related qualification.
 An Honours Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Auditing or
Banking and Finance.
 An Honours Degree in Economics, Financial Economics and Investment,
Economics and Econometric Modelling, Agricultural Economics, Banking
& Finance, Fiscal Studies or related field

4. Master of Commerce in Strategic Management and Corporate  An Honours Degree in Management, Accounting, Human Resource
Governance – 2 years Management, Economics, Tourism, Insurance and Risk Management,
Development Studies and/or other tertiary qualification approved by the
Department.
5. Master of Commerce in Strategy and Innovation – 2 years  A first Degree in Entrepreneurship, Information Systems, Marketing,
Computer Science, Agriculture, Business Management.
6. 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.

7. Master of Commerce in Information Systems Management - 1 ½ years  An Honours Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or any
relevant qualification.
8. Master of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Enterprises
 A Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Tourism and Hospitality
Management – 2 years
Management or an equivalent qualification.
9. Master of Commerce Finance and Digital Banking 1 ½ years  An Honours Degree in Finance and Digital Banking, Accounting, Banking
and Finance or related qualification
10. Master of Commerce in Strategic Brand Management – 2 years  An Honours degree in Marketing, Business Management, Tourism and
Hospitality Management, Insurance and Risk Management, Economics and
Entrepreneurship, OR and any other relevant commercial degree.

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 BULAWAYO CAMPUS (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Master of Commerce in Strategic Management and Corporate Governance  An Honours Degree in Management, Accounting, Human Resource
– 2 years Management, Economics, Tourism, Insurance and Risk Management,
Development Studies and/or other tertiary qualification approved by the
Department.
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
HARARE/GWERU CAMPUS PROGRAMMES
The Graduate School of Business Leadership (GSBL) is accredited by the Association of African Business Schools (AABS), membership with Central and Eastern
Europe Management Council (CEEMAN) and Association of MBAs (AMBA) this means that the degrees programmes offered by the GSBL are internationally
recognized.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
11. Masters in Business Administration - Block Release - 2 years  Applicant should be at least 30 years of age and be a holder of any relevant
degree.
 At least (2) years of relevant experience.

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

Must be holders of any relevant degree.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION
GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Science and Applied Technologies  Five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English language, Science and
- 5 years Mathematics.

 Five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English language and Mathematics; two
2.Bachelor of Education Honours in Early Childhood Development and Child
‘A’ Level subjects
Protection - 4 years
 *Special entry will be considered for candidates holding basic/foundation
certificates or experience working with children.
 Five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English language and Mathematics
3. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Mathematics and Applied
(with at least a B in Mathematics).

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 Statistics – 5 years

4. Bachelor of Education Dual Honours Degree in Humanities – 4 years  Five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language and two ‘A’ Level
passes in Humanities
GWERU CAMPUS BLOCK-RELEASE /HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE
PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor of Education Degree in Information Communication
 Diploma in Education with ‘O’ Level Mathematics and a Science subject.
Technology – Block Release 2 years

2. Bachelor of Education Dual Honours Degree in Science and Applied  Diploma in Science Education with specialisation in any TWO areas:
Technologies – Block Release 2 years Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geography, Computer science
Subjects on offer are: Biology and Applied Technologies; Chemistry and
Applied Technologies; Textile Technology & Design; Food Technology &
Design; Geography & Environmental Education; Agriculture and Environment
Management, Computer Science and Emerging Technologies, History and
Heritage Studies, English and Literacy Education, Indigenous, Multicultural
3. Bachelor of Education Honours Degrees – Block Release - 2years Languages and Literature, Religious Studies, Family and Societal
Development.
Entry requirement
 Diploma/Certificate in Education (with specialization in the relevant area) or
equivalent from an accredited and recognized institution.

 Be a holder of a Diploma/ Certificate in Education (Specialising in

4. Bachelor of Education Honours in Early Childhood Development and Primary/Infant and Early Childhood Development) from a recognized
Child Protection - 2 years institution

5. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Psychology and Intervention  Be a holder of a Diploma/ Certificate in Education from a recognized
Designs - Block Release – 2 Years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY) institution

6. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Inclusive Education and

 Diploma/Certificate in Education (Primary Education, or Secondary
Assistive Technologies - 2 years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)
Education) or an equivalent from a recognized institution
7. Bachelor of Education in Educational Leadership, Management and  Have a teaching qualification approved by the University. Normally be
Development Degree – 2 years employed as a full-time teacher/administrator in an approved school/college.
8. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Philosophy and Critical  Diploma/Certificate in Education (Primary Education, or Secondary

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 Thinking -2 years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY) Education) or an equivalent from a recognized institution

 Have passed at least five (5) ‘O’ level subjects including English Language
or approved equivalent.
9. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Life-long Learning and Global  Be a practitioner in the field of Continuing Education
Change - 2 years  Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education or approved equivalent with at
least a lower second-class pass.

10. Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education 1 ½ years  (5) ‘O’ Levels including English Language
GWERU CAMPUS/ HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) 1 ½ years Block-Release.  Have a first degree from a recognized institution with two secondary school
(GWERU CAMPUS ONLY) teaching subjects

 A first degree from a recognized university or institution or any other degree

2. Postgraduate Diploma in Tertiary Education - 1 ½ years recognized by the university. Teaching/training experience in higher and
tertiary education institutions.

3. Master of Education in Early Childhood Development and Child  Be a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree in Early Childhood
Protection Degree - 1 ½ years (HARARE CAMPUS ONLY) Development or its equivalent from an accredited institution

4. Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Management and

 Be a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree or its equivalent or a
Development -1 ½ years
Postgraduate Diploma in Education from an accredited institution

 Be a holder of a Bachelor of Lifelong Learning and Global Change or its

5. Master of Adult Education in Lifelong Learning and Global Change-1 ½
equivalent from an accredited institution
years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)
6. Master of Education in English Language- 1 ½ years
7. Master of Education in Indigenous Multicultural Languages and
 BSc Education, Bachelor of Education, or BSc with Post Graduate Diploma
Literature- 1 ½ years
in Education, Graduate Diploma in Education or Grad CE (with
8. Master of Education in History and Development Studies-1 ½ years
specialization in the relevant area), or equivalent from accredited and
9. Master of Education in Food Technology & Design -1 ½ years
recognized institutions
10. Master of Education in Geography and Environmental Education-1 ½
years
11. Master of Education in Chemistry and Applied Technologies-1 ½ years

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 12. Master of Education in Textile Technology Design – 1 ½ years
(GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)
13.Master of Education in Mathematics and Applied Statistics - 1 ½ years
 Entry requirements: Bachelor of Education degree from an accredited and
14. Master of Education in Educational Sociology and Social Pathology
recognized institution or Post graduate Diploma in Education, Graduate
Degree - 1 ½ years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)
Diploma in Education or Graduate Certificate in Education.

 Be a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree or its equivalent or a

15. Master of Education Degree in Psychology and Intervention Designs -
Postgraduate Diploma in Education from an accredited institution
Block Release – 1 ½Years (GWERU CAMPUS ONLY)

BULAWAYO CAMPUS WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Early Childhood Development  Have a teaching qualification in either ECD/Infant Education or Primary
and Child Protection - 2 years Education approved by the University.
2. Bachelor of Education Degree in Educational Leadership, Management  Have a teaching qualification approved by the University. Normally be
and Development - 2 years employed as a full-time teacher /administrator in an approved school/college.
3. Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Textile Technology and  Diploma/Certificate in Education with specialisation in Textile Technology
Design – 2 years and Design or equivalent from a recognised institution.
4. Master of Education in Early Childhood Development and Child  Be a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree in Early Childhood
Protection Degree – 1 ½ years Development or its equivalent from an accredited institution

 Bachelor of Education degree or its equivalent from a recognised institution

5. Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Management and
or a Postgraduate Diploma in Education.
Development Degree - 1 ½ years

6. Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Degree-1 ½ years

 Be a holder of a Bachelor of Education Degree or its equivalent or a
Postgraduate Diploma in Education from an accredited institution

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND GEOSCIENCES

ZVISHAVANE CAMPUS PROGRAMMES
‘O’ Level Mathematics is a Requirement in addition to the specified ‘A’ Level subjects or diplomas.
1. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Electrical and Electronic  Passes in Ordinary Level Combined Science or equivalent. Two
Engineering -5 years Advanced Level passes in Mathematics, Physics and any other Science
subject. Candidates with a recognised Diploma in an approved

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2. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Fuels and Energy Engineering - 5
years
3. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering – 5 Technology Design, Wood Technology and Design, Design and Technology,
years
4. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Metallurgical Engineering – 5
years
5. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Materials Engineering – 5 years
6. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Geology – 4 years
7. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Geology (Visiting) – 2 years
8. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Exploration Geophysics – 4 years
9. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Mining Engineering – 4 years
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Engineering field may be considered. Candidates may be invited for an
interview or entrance examination.
 Advanced Level passes in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.
Candidates with a recognised Diploma in an approved Engineering field may
be considered. Candidates may be invited for an interview or entrance
examination.
 Passes at Ordinary Level Combined Science or equivalent. ‘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
Technical Graphics and Design and Software Engineering. Candidates with a
recognised Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or its
equivalent maybe admitted into the programme subject to departmental
approval.
 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry. Applicants with a
recognized Diploma in Metallurgy or Metallurgical Assaying or related
fields may be considered.
 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry. Applicants with a
recognized Diploma in Metallurgy or Metallurgical Assaying or related
fields may be considered.
 A pass in Ordinary level Chemistry/Combined Science. Two 'A’ level passes
in Mathematics, and any of Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography.
Candidates with a recognised Diploma in Geology may be considered.
 A pass in Ordinary level Chemistry/Combined Science. A recognised
Diploma in Geology. Have at least two years working experience after
attainment of a Diploma.
 Two ‘A’ level passes in either Mathematics or Physics or both and any of
Chemistry, Biology and Geography.
 ‘A’ Level passes in Physics and Mathematics, and any other Science
subjects. Applicants with a National Diploma in Mining Engineering
from a recognised institution may be considered.
 FACULTY OF LAW
HARARE WEEKEND SCHOOL (POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. LLM Corporate and Commercial Law (18 MONTHS)
2. LLM Constitutional and Human Rights Law (18 MONTHS)
FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
‘O’ Level Mathematics is a Requirement
1. Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery Degree
A Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) with at least a 2.1 (Upper Second) degree
class or better. Other factors such as relevant professional experience will also be
taken into consideration in assessing applications.
A Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) with at least a 2.1 (Upper Second) degree
class or better. Other factors such as relevant professional experience will also be
taken into consideration in assessing applications.
 ‘A’ Level Passes in Chemistry and Mathematics, Physics or Biology

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
‘O’ level Mathematics is a Requirement

1.Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Telecommunications Engineering – 
4 years
2. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Mathematics &
Computational Science- 4 years
3. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Statistics – 4 years
4. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics-
4years.
5. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology
-4years.
6. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Computer Systems Engineering –
4 years
7. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Computer Science – 4 years
8. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Software Engineering – 4 years
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Passes at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English Language and a
Science Subject. Two ‘A’ Level passes in Physics and Mathematics and
any other Science Subject
 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and any other subject
 Two ‘A’ level passes including Mathematics or Statistics and any other
subject.
 Any two ‘A’ level passes in Biology, Mathematics or Chemistry
 Any two ‘A’ level passes in Sciences including Biology
 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science/Studies
 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science/Studies
 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science/Studies

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9. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Cybersecurity – 4 years
10. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Food Science and Technology –
4 years
. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Nutrition Science- 4 years
 Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and Computer Science or any other
relevant Science Subject.
 Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics or Food
Science
 Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry, Biology or Food Science

11. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Industrial Chemistry – 4 years  Any two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and any Sciences

12. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Industrial Physics and  Passes at Ordinary Level including Mathematics, English Language and a
Science Subject. Two ‘A’ level passes in Physics and Mathematics and any
Instrumentation – 4 years
other Science Subject
GWERU CAMPUS VISITING SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 Applicants must have a relevant National Certificate, Diploma or
Professional Qualification in Telecommunications, Electronic or Electrical
engineering or equivalent OR 2 ‘A’ level passes in Physics and Mathematics
1. Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Telecommunications  Must have at least 5 ‘O’ Level passes including Mathematics, English
Engineering -3 years Language and a Science subject.
 Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field
and should submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer.

 Applicants must have a relevant National Certificate, Diploma or

2. Bachelor of Science Honours
Instrumentation -3 years
Professional Qualification in Physics/Applied Physics, Instrumentation or
Electrical engineering or equivalent OR 2 ‘A’ level passes in Physics and
Mathematics
 Must have at least 5 ‘O’ Level passes including Mathematics, English
Language and a Science subject.
Degree in Industrial Physics and  Must be employed for the whole duration of the study in the relevant field
and should submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer.

 Applicants must have either a relevant National Certificate, Diploma/

Professional Qualification in Statistics or Mathematics and ‘O’ level
3. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Applied Statistics -3 years 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.

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 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

 Applicants should have at least an upper second class in any of the following
1. MSc Food Science and Nutrition Degree – 2 years programmes: Food Science and nutrition, Biosciences, Biochemistry,
Chemistry, Agriculture (Animal science), Nutritional Sciences or any other
other relevant qualifications

 Applicants should have at least a lower second-class degree in Chemistry or

2. Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry -2 years – Block Release Chemical Technology or related fields from any university recognized by
Midlands State University

3.Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development -  Applicants should have at least a lower second-class degree BSc in
18 months Biological Sciences or Environmental Science or any related fields from any
university recognized by Midlands State University

 Applicants should have a good Honours Degree in Mathematics, Applied

Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research or their
equivalent with upper second class or better. Applicants with a lower second
4.Master of Science in Biostatistics and Epidemiology class and relevant experience may be considered.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

GWERU CAMPUS CONVENTIONAL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
1. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Environmental Safety, Health and  A pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics. ‘A’ Level pass in Geography and any
Quality Management – 4 years other Advanced Level subject
2. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Geography and Environmental  A pass in ‘O’ Level Mathematics. ‘A’ Level pass in Geography and any
Sustainability – 4 years other Advanced Level subject
3. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Human Resource Management –  Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
4 years
4. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Music Business, Musicology and  Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
Technology – 4 years
5. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace, Leadership and Governance–
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
4 years
6. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace, Human Rights and Social
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
Justice –4 years
7. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace and Security Studies–
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
4 years

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8. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Public Management and Governance–
4 years
9. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Local Governance and Management
– 4 years
10.Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Political Science and Governance
– 4 years
11. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sociology and Social Policy – 4 years
12.Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Industrial Sociology – 4 years
13. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Anthropology
14. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Migration and Population
Movements
15. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Health Psychology – 4 years
16.Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Counselling Psychology – 4 years
17. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Psychology – 4 years
GWERU CAMPUS VISITING SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
 Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language
1. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Local Governance and 
Management -3 years.
 Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines.

2. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Music Business, Musicology and 
Technology -3 years.
 Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer.
3. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Counselling Psychology – 3 
years.
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 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Arts/Humanities.
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Sociology and any other subjects in
Arts/Humanities
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Sociology and any other subjects in
Arts/Humanities
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Sociology and any other subjects in
Arts/Humanities
 Two ‘A’ Level passes in Sociology and any other subjects in
Arts/Humanities
 At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes including, Mathematics and a relevant Science
subject at Grade C or better/National Foundation Certificate plus a minimum
of any two relevant ‘A’ Level passes or any other relevant National
Certificate.
Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the
above disciplines.
Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma or
Higher Diploma.
Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and
Mathematics.
 Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the
above disciplines.
 Be employed in a field related to the Psychology.
  Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma or
Higher Diploma.
Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer
4. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace, Human Rights and Social  Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language
Justice – 4 years  Be holders 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 CAMPUS WEEKEND SCHOOL (UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Human Resource Management –  Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and
3 years Mathematics.
 Be holders 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.


2. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Music Business, Musicology and  Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma or
Technology -3 years. Higher Diploma.
 Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer
3. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace and Security Studies–  Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language
3 years  Be holders 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.

4. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Peace, Human Rights and Social  Have at least two years’ work experience after attainment of a Diploma
Justice – 4 years or Higher Diploma.
 Submit a confirmation letter of employment from the employer.
5. Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Public Management and  Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language
Governance - 3 years  Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of
the above disciplines.
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 GWERU CAMPUS (POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA/DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management - 1 ½ years  At least a 2.2 pass in any relevant degree programme.

2. Postgraduate Diploma in Safety, Health and Environmental  Applicants must be holders of any first degree.
Management - Block Release - 1 ½ years.

3. Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management - Block Release  At least a 2.2 pass in any relevant degree programme
- 1 ½ years.
4. Masters in Human Resource Management –Block - Release - 1½ years  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in Human Resource
Management or any related fields.
5. Master of Science in Music - Block Release - 1½ years  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in Music Business,
Musicology and Technology, Music and Musicology or any related fields
6. Master of Science in Sociology and Social Anthropology – Full Time -  At least a 2.2 degree in Sociology or Anthropology from a recognised
1½ university
years.

7. Master of Science in Migration, Citizenship and Refugee Protection –  At least a 2.2 degree in Sociology or Anthropology from a recognised
Block Release – 1½ university
8. Master of Science in Public Management and Leadership Block Release  At least a 2.2 pass in Local Governance Studies, Public Management and
- 1½ years Administration, Public Policy and Governance, Public Sector
Management, Economics, Politics and Public Management and
Political Science or any relevant related degree.
9. Master of Science in International Relations Degree - 1½ years  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in History and
International Studies or any related fields.
10. Master of Science Degree in Community Psychology –  Applicants must be holders of a minimum of 2.1 in a BSc Honours Degree in
Block Release - 2 years Psychology
11. Master of Science in Peace, Security and Development- Block Release-  At least a 2.2 pass in Peace/Conflict Studies, Human Rights, Political
1½ Science or any relevant related fields.
years.

12. Master of Science in Peace and Gender- 1½ years  Applicants must be holders of a minimum of 2.2.in Honours Degree in
Peace/Gender studies or any related fields
HARARE CAMPUS WEEKEND SCHOOL (POSTGRADUATE DEGREEE PROGRAMMES)
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 1. Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations - 1½ years  At least a 2.2 pass in any relevant degree programme
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Humanitarian Emergency and Disaster  At least a 2.2 pass in any relevant degree programme.
Risk Management - 1 ½ years
3. Master of Science in Human Capital Development–  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in Human Resource
Block - Release - 1½ years Management or any related fields.
4. Master of Science in International Relations Degree - 1½ years  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in History and
International Studies or any related fields.
5. Master of Science in Safety, Health and Environmental Management- 1½  Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Safety, Health and Environmental
years. Science or Geography and Environmental Studies /Science with a 2.2 pass
or better
6. Master of Science in Peace and Gender- 1½ years.  Applicants must be holders of a good Honours Degree in Peace/Gender
studies or any related fields
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK – HARARE CAMPUS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
1. Diploma in Social Work - Block Release - 3years  5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language.
 Relevant work experience is an added advantage.
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work - 2 years  A good first degree in Sociology, Psychology, Public Management, and other
related fields.
3. Master of Science in Social Work - 1 ½ years  Good Honours Degree in Social Work or equivalent
DPHIL PROGRAMMES
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Midlands State University offers DPhil Degrees in all programmes  A good Master’s Degree in the proposed field of study
 Relevant work experience is an added advantage

HOW TO APPLY FOR ALL PROGRAMMES

1. Kindly visit our website, (www.msu.ac.zw) and follow the instructions on how to apply online.
or: -
2. Complete an official application form, which can be obtained from the Admissions Office at Midlands State University upon payment of US$10 or
ZWL equivalent at interbank rate for local applicants and US$50 for International applicants in the normal application category. Application forms
can also be downloaded from this website, (www.msu.ac.zw) The completed form should be accompanied by an original deposit slip of the
Application fee or by a receipt from the Bursar’s Department (MSU). The Application fee should be deposited in the University’s ZB BANK
ACCOUNT 4575486039200 or CBZ ACCOUNT 01820772520046 Branch Sort Code – 6508, Swift Code – COBZZWHA (Indicate the code
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 Application forms should be directed to: Admissions, Registration and Student Statistics Office, Midlands State University, P Bag 9055, Gweru or
applications can be submitted at No.1 Kwame Nkrumah Avenue Harare. Application forms must be accompanied by certified copies of Educational
Certificates, Birth Certificate and National Identity Document.
NB. Midlands State University does not have third parties who sell application forms around the country on its behalf.
1. For Harare weekend school,
a. The minimum age requirement is 25 years for males and 23 years for females
b. Submit proof of employment.
2. Only viable classes will commence.

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