THE DEPARTMENT OF FOREST RESOURCES AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
We conduct research that has national, regional, and international recognition with notable contributions to the field of Forest and Wildlife Management demonstrated by high-quality publications, honours theses, and higher degree dissertations including patents and copyrights. Research areas include, but not limited to:
- Forest Ecology and Management
- Wildlife Ecology and Management
- Protected Area and Wildlife Habitat Management
- Rangeland Ecology and Management
- Forest Entomology
- Avian Behaviour and Ecology
- Flora, Fauna, People and Conservation
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Forests and Global Change
Through our research activities, we intend to build evidence base suitable for the development and implementation of environmental and public health best practices in Zimbabwe. Our researchers and students have published and are carrying out research in the following areas:
- Heavy metal and pesticide contamination of water and food
- health effects of air, water, noise and land pollution
- Health impact of climate change
- Occupational health and safety
- Port Health
- Food hygiene and Safety
- Communicable and Non-Communicable diseases
- One Health
- Application of Indigenous Knowledge Systems to health
Vulnerable populations such as women, children and people living in rural communities in Zimbabwe are of particular interest to us.
Our Programmes
Undergraduate
Duration: 4 Years
ZNQF Level: 8
PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAMME
The programme has been designed to provide education for undergraduate students in forest and wildlife resources management. The education covers issues related to resource use, protection and enhancement of environmental quality. We expect that our students have a love of nature, are fascinated by plants and animals, are interested in conservation, and are concerned about our environment in Zimbabwe and Africa, and the whole world. It is further hoped that the graduates from this programme will develop their abilities to think and analyse issues pertaining to their fields without being limited by the conventional constraints of academic boundaries. Specifically, the programme is expected to:
- Produce competent leaders in the forestry and wildlife sub-sectors who can apply knowledge for conservation development,
- Produce all-round forest and wildlife managers who can appreciate forest and wildlife conservation and tackle conservation challenges,
- Produce forest and wildlife advocacy experts, knowledgeable on the forest and wildlife laws and policies.
- Produce forest and wildlife researchers and law enforcers who are ready to create awareness about the plight of forest and wildlife resources.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Normal Entry
At least 2 “A” level passes in Geography, Biology and or Chemistry and 5 “O” level subjects at Grade C or better including Mathematics and English Language.
Special Entry
Special entry applicants must have successfully completed National Certificate, National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Forestry, Wildlife, Natural Resources or its recognized equivalent may apply for entry into Year I.
Postgraduate
Skill level: Postgraduate (ZNQF Level 9)
Course Duration: 2 years
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Normal Entry
Applicants should normally hold a minimum of an Upper Second Class (2.2) Honours degree in Forestry, Wildlife, Environmental Science and related disciplines with a significant Forestry and Wildlife content.
Special Entry
A candidate with a BSc (Honours) degree at 2.2 and at least three years of relevant work experience shall be admitted after passing a qualifying examination.
Skill level: Postgraduate (ZNQF Level 9)
Course Duration: Full-time: 2 years or Part-time 3 years
LESSONS:
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree is offered in various research fields with a significant Forestry and Wildlife content, including:
- Forest Ecology and Management
- Wildlife Ecology and Management
- Rangeland Ecology and Management
- Forest Entomology
- Avian Behaviour and Ecology
- Flora, Fauna, People and Conservation
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Forests and Global Change
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Normal Entry
An applicant for entry into an MPhil degree should normally be a holder of at least B.Sc. (Hons) degree in the Upper Second Division or equivalent in the relevant field.
REGULATIONS
The Regulations for the Master of Philosophy degree complement and are subordinate to University General Regulations for undergraduate degrees and Faculty of Environmental Science regulations.
Skill level: Postgraduate (ZNQF Level 10)
Course Duration: Full-time: 2 years or Part-time 3 years
Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil/PhD) degree is offered in various research fields with a significant Forestry and Wildlife content, including:
- Forest Ecology and Management
- Wildlife Ecology and Management
- Rangeland Ecology and Management
- Forest Entomology
- Avian Behaviour and Ecology
- Flora, Fauna, People and Conservation
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Forests and Global Change
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Normal Entry
An applicant for entry into a DPhil/PhD should normally be a holder of at least an MSc degree (Distinction or Merit) or MPhil in the broad field they are seeking admission into.
Special Entry
A candidate with an upper second class pass at the Honour’s level who wishes to pursue a DPhil/PhD may be eligible to upgrade from an MPhil to a PhD as outlined in the University Regulations.
REGULATIONS
The Regulations for the Doctor of Philosophy degree complement and are subordinate to University General Regulations for undergraduate degrees and Faculty of Environmental Science regulations.
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