To apply for accommodation, email the following details to
SUBJECT – 1ST SEMESTER 2022/23 ACCOMMODATION
Mrs S Munzara
Acting Dean of Students
Applications are invited from candidates who meet the requirements for entry into the Postgraduate Degree Programmes.
For online application follow this link https://apply.nust.ac.zw/apply/
Or
Download the application form from this Website by following this link, complete the form and submit it to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar,
Admissions and Student Records,
NUST,
Gwanda Road/Cecil Avenue,
P O Box AC 939 Ascot,
Bulawayo.
Enquiries should be directed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar (Admissions and Student Records) Telephone: (+263) 292 -289557/282842/288413/284237
Completed forms may also be submitted at our NUST Harare Office,
ZIMDEF House,
18572 off Mother Patrick Avenue,
Rotten Row,
Harare (Next to The Magistrate Court).
Payment Procedures
Application Fee
Zimbabwean Nationals
An application fee of US$15 or the ZWL interbank rate equivalent of the day must be paid during the online application process.
International Applicants
The application fee for International Applicants is US$20.
The closing date for applications is 6 July 2022.
For Zimbabwean Nationals:
Bank: ZB BANK Branch: Jason Moyo Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 4372-035542-090 |
Bank: FBC Bank Branch: Jason Moyo Branch Code: 8305 Account Number: 3120068620276 Account Name: National University of Science and Technology |
Nostro Account Bank: FBC Bank Account Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 4820068620666 Branch Address: 108 Jason Moyo Street and 11th Avenue, Bulawayo |
For International Applicants: Bank: FBC Bank Account Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 820068620666 Branch Address: 108 Jason Moyo Street and 11th Avenue, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Swift Code: FBCPZWHA |
FACULTY |
DEGREE PROGRAMME |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS |
Applied Science |
Master of Science Degree in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in Biological Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology. Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed before admission.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
Master of Science Degree in Analytical Chemistry |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Applied Mathematical Modelling |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Statistics, Computer Science or Operations Research.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Big Data Science (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Computing (Computer Engineering, Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering), Electronic Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics or Operations Research.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science in Information Systems (18 months) |
Successful candidates should be in possession of: At least Lower Second (2.2) B.Sc (Hons) degree in Computing, (Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering) or Electronic Engineering.
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Master of Science in Computer Science (24 months) |
Successful candidates should be in possession of: · At least a Lower Second (2.2) B.Sc (Hons) degree class in Computer Science or an equivalent degree.
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Master of Science Degree in Eco-tourism and Biodiversity Conservation (Bulawayo or Harare Cohort)
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Forest Resources and Wildlife Management, Animal Science, Natural Resources Management or any relevant Science Degree. Relevant work experience and professional qualification in Eco-tourism, Strategic Marketing and Business Management will be an added advantage.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Environmental Health
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Applicants should be in possession of: A Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Environmental Science and Health, Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours Degree in Public Health or any other related field with at least a Lower Second Degree classification (2.2). Duration of the programme will be 24 months (2 years). |
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Master of Science Degree in Applied Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (NEW) |
Normal entry: Applicants should have a BSc Honours Degree with an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing, Life Sciences and related Geospatial Disciplines with a significant Geographical Information Systems content.
Special entry: Candidates with a lower second class (2.2) BSc Honours Degree and at least three years of relevant work experience.
Please attach copies of Birth Certificates, National Identity Card, Relevant academic or Professional certificates and transcripts as well as a detailed Curriculum Vitae, which should include names and addresses of two referees. |
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Master of Science Degree in Geophysics |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in Applied Physics or Geology.
Applicants with a BSc Honours Degree in Geology with a minimum classification of Upper Second (2.1) may be considered for admission if they have a good mathematics background.
Any other equivalent qualifications obtained from recognised institutions in Zimbabwe or elsewhere may be considered for admission.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Lasers and Applied Optics |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Applied Physics or Physics.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience.
Applicants who do not have an Honours Degree in Physics or Applied Physics will be considered if they have passed the following courses or their equivalent: Thermal Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Atomic Physics and Nuclear Physics will be considered. |
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Master of Science Degree in Medical Physics
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Applied Physics or Biophysics. Preference shall be given to those already working in the Health Delivery Sector.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Radiography |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Radiography.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above field will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. In addition, applicants must be registered or be eligible for registration with the Allied Health Practitioners Council. |
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Master of Science Degree in Medical Ultrasound |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Radiography, (Diagnostic or Therapeutic).
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience.
In addition, applicants must be registered with or are eligible for registration with the Allied Health Practitioner’s Council of Zimbabwe. Programme. Any other relevant qualification obtained from a recognised institution in Zimbabwe or elsewhere may be considered for admission. |
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Master of Science Degree in Operations Research and Statistics (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Statistics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Computing, Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Mathematics or Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in any field.
Applicants with a lower Second (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience or a Postgraduate Qualification in a related field. |
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Master of Science Degree in Sports Science (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort)
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in Sports Science or related field.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience, or an internationally recognised coaching qualification or license which is equivalent to an Honours First Degree from a Sport Federation or Institution of a similar kind. |
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The Built Environment |
Master of Architecture Programme
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Applicants must be holders of at least a Lower Second Class (2.2) of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies Honours Degree from NUST. Applicants with a Pass (3) should have a minimum of twelve months appropriate work experience after graduation. Or alternatively applicants must hold a first degree in Architecture awarded after a four year programme of study from a recognised university plus a minimum of twelve months appropriate work experience after graduation. Applicants with a first degree in Architectural Studies awarded after a three-year programme of studies will be required to register and be successfully examined in Part -IV and V of the NUST Bachelor of Architectural Studies Honours programme prior to admission into this programme. NB Applicants in full-time employment must have a letter from their employer authorising them to study. Short-listed applicants may be subjected to an interview. |
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Master of Urban Design Degree
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in the following fields: Urban Design, Architecture, Rural and Urban Planning, Building Economics, Civil Engineering and Property Management. Applicants with a lower second class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years post qualification experience. |
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Master of Philosophy Degree in Property Studies
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least 2.1 in the following disciplines: Property Development and Estate Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Economics or Urban Planning from this University or any other recognised University.
The application should be accompanied by a research proposal with a focus on one of the following study areas: property development, property management, property valuation, or property marketing or sales. The research proposal not exceeding five (5) pages should include a concise title, introduction, statement of the problem, research objectives, justification of the study, and a proposed methodology. |
Commerce |
Master of Science Degree in Accounting and Finance (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Accounting or equivalent.
Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of Financial Reporting and Financial Analysis. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CIS will be an added advantage.
· Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
Master of Science Degree in Banking and Financial Economics (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Banking, Finance, Economics or their equivalents. Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience |
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Master of Science Degree in Financial Engineering (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in any field with a financial and mathematical content. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong Mathematical background.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience |
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Master of Science Degree in Finance and Investment (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least Upper Second (2.1) in a Commercial Degree or equivalent. In addition, applicants should have completed and passed Corporate Finance.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience |
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Master of Science Degree in Fiscal Studies (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Fiscal Studies, Public Finance, Customs, Taxation, Economics or equivalent. A Bachelors’ Honours Degree in any discipline plus an acceptable Postgraduate Diploma in the above disciplines.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
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Master of Science Degree in Risk Management and Insurance (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in Risk Management and Insurance or any Business related fields. In addition, the candidate must have thorough knowledge of insurance and/or risk management disciplines Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience or Applicants must hold a General Degree or equivalent, preferably with an Upper Second Class (Upper Second (2.1)) or better, from a recognised university, coupled with a professional qualification in Insurance and/or Risk Management from a recognised institution. Associates or holders of advanced Diplomas from internationally recognised institutions such as The Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe (IIZ) and The Insurance Institute of South Africa (IISA) with at least three (3) years of working experience at supervisory or management level will also be considered. Applicants with these professional qualifications must show proof of having completed the final level of the qualification's examination(s) to be admitted into the Master of Science Degree in Risk management and Insurance programme. |
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Master of Science Degree in Strategic Marketing (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort)
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, B Com Honours Degree or equivalent with a degree class of at least an Upper Second (2.1) in any business related field. The Master of Science programme is not intended as an introductory course in Marketing. Therefore, to be considered for admission an applicant should have completed in their prerequisite Degree the following courses: Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Principles of Economics and any of the following: Business Finance, Statistics, Principles of Accounting, Quantitative Analysis for Business, and Marketing or Business Research.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
Institute of Development Studies
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Master of Science Degree in Development Studies (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of BSc Honours Degree in Development Studies or equivalent from a recognised university or holders of any other Bachelor’s Degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies or equivalent.
Relevant work experience in the field of development or equivalent will be an added advantage. |
Master of Science Degree in Disaster Management (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies or equivalent from a recognised university or Holders of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies or equivalent. Relevant work experience in the field of Disaster Risk and Emergence Management or equivalent will be an added advantage. |
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Communication and Information Science |
Master of Science Degree in Strategic Communications
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree, with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Social Sciences, Arts or Business related studies.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2 Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience
A Degree class of a Pass (3) in Social Sciences, Arts or Business related studies plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Communication and Strategic Communication related studies. |
Master of Science Degree in Journalism and Media Studies
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Journalism and or Media Studies or related discipline such as Communication Studies, Public Relations and Advertising. Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least three years’ post-qualification practical experience in a recognized media house.
Applicants with any first Degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and or Media Studies or related fields may be admitted into the programme. |
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Master of Science Degree in Library and Information Science
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Library and Information Science or in any other Information Science field (Archives, Records Management, Publishing, Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museology studies).
At least a Lower Second Class (2.2) Degree in any other field plus a Postgraduate qualification or an equivalent in Library and Information Science.
Applicants who have obtained a Degree Class of a Pass (3) in any Information Science field listed in the first criteria and at least five (5) years’ relevant experience in information related sciences may be considered for admission. |
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Master of Science Degree in Records and Archives Management
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Records and Archives Management; Records Management; Archival Science; Information Studies; History or Heritage Studies from an accredited University or higher education institution.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience.
Applicants with any first Degree in a field other than those listed above will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification practical experience in a records and archives related establishment. |
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Engineering |
Master of Engineering Degree in Manufacturing Systems and Operations Management (MSOM) (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort)
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Engineering, such as Industrial and Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Electrical, Electrical, Electronics as well as Fibre and Polymer Materials Engineering.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class 2.2 Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience. |
Master of Engineering Degree in Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Management (MEOM) (Bulawayo and Harare Cohort) |
Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) in Engineering, such as Industrial, Industrial and Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Production, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Electrical, Electrical and Electronics and Fibre and Polymer Materials Engineering.
Applicants with a Lower Second Class (2.2) Honours Degree in the above fields will be required to have at least two years’ post-qualification experience.
NB: Admission into the above programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
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Master of Engineering Degree in Chemical and Environmental Process Engineering
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Applicants must be holders of a BSc Honours Degree with a degree class of at least a Lower Second Class (2.2) in Chemical Engineering or related disciplines such as Environmental Engineering, Applied Biochemistry, Applied Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Technology, Process Engineering or Petrochemical Engineering from an accredited college or university. Post qualification work experience is an added advantage.
NB Admission into the programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
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Medicine |
Master of Science Degree in Midwifery Education
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Applicants must be holders of a relevant BSc Honours Degree in Nursing or related field. In addition, applicants should hold: Midwifery post basic qualification (Diploma or higher). A valid practicing certificate with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe. Applicants should have at least one-year post- qualification experience.
NB: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as part of the selection process. |
Master of Medicine Degree in Family Medicine MMED FAM. MED)
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Applicants must be holders of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent. Have completed a General Medical Education (GME) post internship. Have a current registration and practising certificate with the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (MDPCZ).
This qualification in Family Medicine is intended for doctors in possession of a first degree in medicine to acquire additional knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to: Provide competent, comprehensive and continuous patient-centred medical care, using the biopsychosocial model, in a continuum across all facilities in the district and provincial health system. This includes curative, preventive, promotive, palliative and rehabilitative care. NB: Short-listed applicants for admission to the MMED Degree in Family Medicine programme may be interviewed as part of the selection process. |
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Science and Technology Education |
Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology Education (PGDSTE)
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Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Technical, or Commercial subjects taught in the Secondary Schools or Colleges. Applicants should be currently teaching in schools, colleges or related institutions. NB Admission into the programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
Postgraduate Diploma in Tertiary and Higher Education (PGDTHE)
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Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s or a Postgraduate Degree or equivalent from accredited and recognised institutions. Should have teaching or training experience in higher and tertiary education.
NB Admission into the programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
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Master of Technology Education Degree(MTECHED)
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Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree with a degree class of at least 2.2 in Applied Art and Design, Clothing, Textile and Fashion Design, Design and Technology. Should have a Certificate or Diploma in Science, Design, Technology or Technical Education. |
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Master of Science Degree Education (MScED)
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Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree with a degree class of at least 2.2 in Accounting and Business Studies, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics. Should have a Certificate or Diploma in Education.
NB Admission into the programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
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Master of Technology Education Degree(MTECHED)
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Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree with a degree class of at least 2.2 in Civil and Construction Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Technical Graphics, Wood Science and Technology. Should have a Certificate or Diploma in Engineering, Technology or Technical Education.
NB Admission into the programme will be subject to adequate numbers of applicants qualifying to make a class. |
NB* All applications should be accompanied by copies of Birth Certificates, National ID, Educational Certificates and Marriage Certificates where applicable
ADMISSION BY NORMAL ENTRY AND SPECIAL ENTRY INTO THE 2022/2023 ACADEMIC YEAR.
Applications are invited from candidates who meet the requirements for entry into First Year.
For online application follow this link https://apply.nust.ac.zw/apply/
Or
Download the application form from this Website by following this link, complete the form and submit it to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar,
Admissions and Student Records,
NUST,
Gwanda Road/Cecil Avenue,
P O Box AC 939 Ascot,
Bulawayo.
Enquiries should be directed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar (Admissions and Student Records) Telephone: (+263) 292 -289557/282842/288413/284237
Completed forms may also be submitted at our NUST Harare Office,
ZIMDEF House,
18572 off Mother Patrick Avenue,
Rotten Row,
Harare (Next to The Magistrate Court).
Payment Procedures
Application Fee
Zimbabwean Nationals
An application fee of US$10 or the ZWL interbank rate equivalent of the day must be paid during the online application process.
International Applicants
The application fee for International Applicants is US$20.
The closing date for applications is 13 August 2022.
Late application
The deadline for late applications is 20 August 2022.
Zimbabwean Nationals' late application fee is US$15.
International Applicants' late application fee is US$30
For Zimbabwean Nationals:
Bank: ZB BANK Branch: Jason Moyo Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 4372-035542-090 |
Bank: FBC Bank Branch: Jason Moyo Branch Code: 8305 Account Number: 3120068620276 Account Name: National University of Science and Technology |
Nostro Account Bank: FBC Bank Account Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 4820068620666 Branch Address: 108 Jason Moyo Street and 11th Avenue, Bulawayo |
For International Applicants: Bank: FBC Bank Account Name: National University of Science and Technology Account Number: 820068620666 Branch Address: 108 Jason Moyo Street and 11th Avenue, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Swift Code: FBCPZWHA |
FACULTY |
DEGREE PROGRAMME |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS |
MEDICINE |
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Nursing Science
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Normal Entry
Special Entry
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NB* All applications should be accompanied by copies of a Birth certificate, National ID and Educational Certificates.
(EXCLUDING FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION)
We would like to advise our prospective First Year Undergraduate Students for the 2022/2023 intake that the selection process is now complete. For those applicants that have been offered places, offer letters will be sent to their individual emails. Applicants can also track their status online using this link https://apply.nust.ac.zw/apply/
Please note that it is important to adhere to indicated deadlines to confirm your place. Non-confirmed offers will be forfeited and offered to other prospective students on the waiting list. For Fees deposits, applicants are encouraged to use the online payment system using the following link https://apply.nust.ac.zw/pay
Please note that the University will be re-offering non-confirmed offers from 25 to 29 July 2022. This will be done on a first come first serve basis.
L J Hadebe (Mr)
Deputy Registrar- Academic
THE National University of Science and Technology (Nust) yesterday donated President Mnangagwa’s biography to 36 libraries in Bulawayo so that school children and the youth can be inspired to lead.
As part of the commemoration of June 16, The Day of the African Child, Nust donated 900 books titled, A Life of Sacrifice, a biography of President Mnangagwa, who is the Chancellor of the institution. The book, which was launched last year, was penned by renowned economist and former MP Mr Eddie Cross.
Copies of the President’s biography were also donated to Zimpapers Knowledge Centre and can be found in the library at Chronicle Building. The book, published by Jarach Media, chronicles President Mnangagwa’s life from a small village in Zvishavane, his education, the sacrifices he made during the liberation war and in post-independent Zimbabwe as well as his leadership of the country so far.
The event was attended by Bulawayo City Council Deputy Mayor Councillor Mlandu Ncube, who was standing in for the Mayor Clr Solomon Mguni, representatives from Zimbabwe Libraries Association, librarians from different tertiary institutions and city libraries as well as from the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services.
Donating the books, Nust Pro-Vice Chancellor for Innovation and Business Development Dr Engineer William Goriwondo said the life of President Mnangagwa was an important lesson to children and the youth, as it motivates and nurtures them to strive to be ambitious and always aim high.
“The life of President Mnangagwa, as told in the book, will inspire children and the youth to make sacrifices in the development of the country. Children and the youth shoulder the future of our nation and they have the potential to transform the country. The life of President Mnangagwa is an important lesson to the children and youth, as it motivates and nurtures them to strive to be ambitious and always aim high like President Mnangagwa,” said Dr Goriwondo.
He said through the book, children and the youth will get an opportunity to share in the vision of Mnangagwa, the driver of the country’s Vision 2030 to attain an upper middleincome economy.
Dr Goriwondo said the donation provides an opportunity to challenge libraries to rewrite themselves. “Library closures during Covid-19 and the era of budget cuts for libraries demonstrate
that they are facing a bleak future. The realisation that Covid-19 is not a crisis but a new era should challenge librarians to rethink and redesign library services and management.
At Nust, Covid-19 lockdown restrictions fast-tracked our adoption of a Hybrid Library, a term coined to capture the new normal, where libraries are now offering services from home and from the library,” said Dr Goriwondo.
He said as Nust they hope this donation would revive the culture of reading.
“Libraries are the key to equal possibilities for children and the youth to access information, which enables them to participate and contribute to the development of their communities. By donating this important book, we seek to revive the culture of reading as an essential process in the growth and development of the children and the youth. We believe the earlier a person starts to access information, the more efficient and life-long this access will be,” said Dr Goriwondo.
Venue: Delta Lecture Theatre
Date: Wednesday 8 June 2022
Google Meet Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zpq0PJJsZAQ
Background
As the premier science and technology university in Zimbabwe, the National University of Science and Technology is thrilled to host and participate in the International Council on Archives (ICA) Week 2022 by commemorating 30 Years of the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme in Bulawayo.The University plans to host a one-day commemoration event at its iconic Ceremonial Hall where distinguished scholars and internationally recognised speakers will deliver key presentations on the importance of bridging the gap between archives and the society for which these collections ultimately are purposed to serve. The theme of the ICA Week 2022 is #ArchivesAreYou. This ICA Week 2022 presents a public engagement opportunity to share and promote the undeniable connection and bridge archives have between the documentary heritage of a nation and its national memory, national culture and collective identity. As a University this ICA Week on #ArchivesAreYou will showcase the UNESCO theme at the event on Enlisting Documentary Heritage to Promote Inclusive, Just and Peaceful Societies. This event will be an outstanding platform to promote public interest and awareness of the successful registration of historical records, the Les registers of Nehanda and Kaguvi, to the UNESCO Memory of the World collection of International registers in 2015.
The ICA Week 2022 event will host amongst its significant scholars in attendance, representation from the UNESCO Zimbabwe Secretariat, senior staff from the National Archives of Zimbabwe and its parent Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, the Ministry of Sport Arts and Culture, leading oral historians on culture and heritage, practising and professional archivists, the student cohorts from undergraduate to postgraduate levels within the Faculty of Communication and Information Science. The event will also welcome in attendance interdisciplinary students from the other six Faculties. The extent of the event seeks to attract representatives also from other state universities with a focus, research thrust and interest on archives, information and culture.
Objectives of Workshop
Borrowing from the ICA objectives, this International Archives Day seeks to:
Topics to be covered include:
Expected Outcomes
It is hoped that participants will draw lessons from the workshop and incorporate the necessary strategies into their organisations. Participants who are from NUST will develop an appreciation of the value of archives, value of liberation archives and be able to share important experiences to enable cooperation and collaboration in managing university records and archives. Students will develop confidence in their degree programmes.
Facilitators
We have facilitators from UNESCO, Botswana and the National Archives of Zimbabwe assisted by the Records and Archives Management Lecturers.
The National University of Science and Technology looks forward to this exciting day and the participation of UNESCO in commemorating the International Council on Archives Week 2022 #ArchivesAreYou. Log in on the following link:- Video call link: https://meet.google.com/toh-mcrv-orm
Contact Information
For more information, kindly contact
Prof. P. Dewah, Chairperson Department of Records and Archives Management, NUST
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PROGRAMME DIRECTOR: Prof P. Dewah
TIME |
PRESENTATION/ ACTIVITY |
PRESENTER |
08:00- 08:20am |
Arrival Registration |
Ms H Dube |
08:20-08:30am |
National Anthem |
All present |
08:30- 08:40am |
Introductions |
Mr B Ngwenya: NUST Registrar |
8:40- 08:50am |
Welcome Remarks |
Prof M.Dlodlo: VC NUST |
08:50-09:15am |
KEYNOTE SPEECH |
Mr Phatisa Nyathi |
9:15am-9:20 |
Unpacking the International Archives Week Theme- Archives Are You. |
Dr S. Chabikwa: Dean, Faculty (CIS) |
9:20-9:40 |
What it means to be an archivist and what archival records truly reflect. |
Mrs NLS Makoni (RAM Lecturer)
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9:40-9:55 |
Management of university corporate memory |
Ms Thandolwenkosi Nyathi |
9:55-10:15 |
The Memory of the world programme and its contribution to the liberation movement |
UNESCO Representative |
10:15am- 10:30 |
Archiving marginalised and the underrepresented communities in the national institutional archives |
Prof NM Mnjama (University of Botswana) |
TEA BREAK 10:30-11:00 |
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11:00am11:20am |
Archival developments in the region: where from and where are we going? Any reason to celebrate? |
Dr S Keakopa (Gvt EDRMS Advisor-Malawi) |
11:20-11:35am |
Memory and archives, silences and absences in the archives |
Dr M Masuku (NUST PostDoc) |
11:35-11:50 |
Digital archiving for corporate memory preservation |
Dr O Wutete (NUST RAM Lecturer) |
11:50- 11:55am |
NAZ as custodial authority of national documentary heritage
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National Archives of Zimbabwe (NAZ) Director |
11:55-12:20 |
Summary of presentations By Chief Rapporteur |
Ms H. Ndlovu (RAM Lecturer) |
12:20-12:30pm |
Vote of Thanks |
Prof Y Naik (Pro VC Academic and Research) |
12:30-12:40 |
Group Photo |
NUST media |
1240-1300 HRS |
Networking and Dismiss |
All |
1300 hrs LUNCH |
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END OF PROCEEDINGS, THANK YOU! |
ADMISSION INTO POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FACULTY OF THE BUILTY ENVIRONMENT.
Applications are invited from candidates who meet the requirements for entry into First Year Undergraduate Programmes.
For online application follow this link https://apply.nust.ac.zw/apply/
Or
Download the application form from this Website by following this link, complete the form and submit it to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar,
Admissions and Student Records,
NUST,
Gwanda Road/Cecil Avenue,
P O Box AC 939 Ascot,
Bulawayo.
Enquiries should be directed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar (Admissions and Student Records) Telephone: (+263) 292 -289557/282842/288413/284237
Completed forms may also be submitted at our NUST Harare Office,
ZIMDEF House,
18572 off Mother Patrick Avenue,
Rotten Row,
Harare (Next to The Magistrate Court).
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Application Fee
Zimbabwean Nationals
An application fee of US$10 or the ZWL interbank rate equivalent of the day must be paid during the online application process.
International Applicants
The application fee for International Applicants is US$20.
The closing date for applications is 20 June 2022.
Late application
The deadline for late applications is 30 June 2022.
Zimbabwean Nationals' late application fee is US$15.
International Applicants' late application fee is US$30
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POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2022 INTAKE
DEGREE PROGRAMME |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS |
Master of Architecture Programme
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Master of Urban Design Degree
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NB* All applications should be accompanied by copies of Birth Certificates, National ID, Educational Certificates and Marriage Certificates where applicable
THE term ‘cellphone farmer’ became a buzz word at the turn of the millennium to describe farmers who were hardly on the farms but would make phone calls to their workers to give
them instructions.
The cellphone farmers were blamed for poor yields as in most cases workers took advantage of their absence to either under perform or completely ignore their instructions. In the event of a mistake, corrective action could not be taken promptly to minimise prejudice.
Government has repeatedly said it does not condone cellphone farming which it says is largely to blame for underutilisation of land land thereby threatening food security.
Cellphone farming should however not be misconstrued to mean adopting Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) to improve crop productivity.Government through the National Development Strategy 1 and Agriculture Recovery Plan strategy aims to transform the agricultural sector into a US$8,2 billion industry by 2024.
Mr Mthandazo Ncube, a final year Computer Science student at the National University of Science and Technology (Nust) believes he is on course to revolutionise farming. He has devised a cellphone application called Easy Farm, whose aim is to make farming easier through provision of farming data to farmers.
Mr Ncube said his application mainly targets youthful farmers who always want to be on their cellphones to improve crop production. “Following President Mnangagwa’s Vision 2030, which seeks to improve agriculture and the quality of agricultural produce, we developed Easy Farm, a mobile application mostly for the youths, who are venturing into agriculture.
Mr Ncube said instead of holding meetings to educate farmers, the information was now being sent to farmers through cellphones.
He said the new application provides detailed information about farming opportunities in each of the country’s provinces.
“When one opens the application, he or she selects the province where he or she is farming. When for example you select Matabeleland South province, it will give you a list of crops that are recommended for that province. On each and every crop there is information on planting dates, when to plant and the seed type to use in that region. We have different regions that receive different amounts of rains. Region 4 and 5 are usually associated with droughts so the regions need seed types that are drought tolerant,” said Mr Ncube.
He said the App also gives information on fertilisers to use in a particular region. There is also information on weed control and disease control for each gvien region. Mr Ncube said
the aim of the application is to educate farmers on how to effectively and efficiently work on the land to boost production.
“We are also working with other organisations such as Seed-Co and Agriculture Marketing Association so that we can provide accurate agriculture related information. We believe
that if farmers use this App, it will assist them to improve yields and minimise losses,” he said.
Nust’s communications and marketing director Mr Thabani Mpofu said the application is one of the several innovations soon to be launched by the university. “That Easy Farm application speaks to farming made easy. What has really motivated that project is the Government focus on promoting the youth to take up farming as a business. The youth are tech savvy, their methods of farming are different from the old generation of farmers. The youth rely on technology on almost everything. You can’t tell a young person to attend a farmers’ meeting in Matobo Ward 4.
You should instead give them the information on their mobile phones and that is what this App intends to do,” said Mr Mpofu. — @nqotshili.
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