BINDURA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

2025 FEBRUARY/AUGUST INTAKE UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE ENROLMENT.

Bindura University of Science Education Invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the following
programmes;

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Candidates who apply for Undergraduate Degree programmes should have the specified ‘A’ Level
subjects and at least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics unless indicated
otherwise. (www.buse.ac.zw). Mature entry will be considered for candidates who are at least 25 years
of age and have proven relevant work experience. Special entry will be accorded to candidates with
relevant diplomas and work experience. For further details pertaining to ENTRY REQUIREMENTS kindly
refer to the advertisement on the University Website.

Mathematics Bridging Course (MBC) AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE BRIDGING COURSE (EBC)
The University also accepts candidates who have the relevant “A” Level subjects and have attempted
Mathematics or English Language at “O” Level but have not yet passed the subjects. Those candidates
will be required to pass the Bridging Courses offered by the University before commencing studies and
pass the “O” Level Mathematics and or English language before proceeding to their Industrial
Attachment/Teaching Practice or Final year of study, which-ever comes first.

The Bridging courses for February 2025 INTAKE commences on 01 February 2025.

Candidates who seek entry consideration through bridging courses should indicate MBC/EBC as applicable
on top of their application form. Applicants should also specify INTAKE e.g. February or August on top
of their application form.

Programmes which applicants can apply for entry through the Mathematics Bridging Course:

1. Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Science

All programmes except the Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Agricultural Economics and
Management.
2. Faculty of Commerce
All programmes.
3. Faculty of Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Science and Management
4. Faculty of Science Education
To gain entry into the Bachelor of Science Education Honours Degrees, Primary Level school
teachers undergo a six months bridging course in their area of specialisation (Biology,
Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Geography).

FACULTY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION Phone/WhatsApp 0782708531

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Diploma in Science Education- Have passed five ‘O’ Level  Mathematics Teacher,
Mathematics and Geography subjects including English  Geography Teacher,
(Dip.ScEd-MG) Language, Mathematics and  Education officers of Mathematics or
a Science subject with  Geography,
 Mathematics or Geography subject

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Full Time: 3 years Biology, Physics and managers,
Chemistry components.

Diploma in Science Education - Normal entry: To be  Combined Science/ Biology, Chemistry,

Sciences admitted to the diploma, an  Physics Secondary level teachers,
applicant must normally  Entrepreneurial prospects of
(Dip.ScEd-Sc) have at least five ‘O’ levels establishing own schools,
passes including a Science  consultancy
subject, Mathematics,  Industrial training officer,
Geography and English  Science laboratory Technicians
Full Time: 3 years
Language.

Special entry: A relevant

Diploma or certificate

Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in subjects including Science,
Mathematics (BScEdHMt) English Language and  Mathematics teachers,
Mathematics or their  Project Managers,
(Pre-service) (Conventional or equivalents. A Pass in ‘A’  Item writers,
Online):  Subject Managers,
Level Mathematics and any
 Education Officers,
other ‘A’ Level subject or
Full Time: 4 years  O-level and A-level examiners,
their equivalents.  Lecturers,
 Researchers.
‘O’ Level holders will also be
considered provided them:
Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level
subjects including English
Language and Mathematics.
To gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

External students (Form

5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics. To gain entry
into program students will
be required to pass a 6
months bridging course.

Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Chemistry subjects including Science,
(BScEdHCh) English Language and  Chemistry teachers,
Mathematics or their  College Lecturers,
(Pre-service) equivalents. A Pass in ‘A’  Educational Consultants,
 Academic Counsellors,
Level Chemistry and any
Full Time: 4 years  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
 Textbook and Module Writers,

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 other ‘A’ Level subject or  Education Researchers,
their equivalents.  School Heads,
 Examiners,
‘O’ Level holders: Have  Item writers,
passed 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Subject Managers,
including English Language,  Industrial Training
Mathematics and Science. To  Officers,
gain entry into program  Education Officers.
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

External students (Form

5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics and Science. To
gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Physics subjects including Science,
(HBScEdPh) English Language and  Physics teachers,
Mathematics or their  College Lecturers,
(Pre-service) equivalents. A Pass in ‘A’  Educational Consultants,
 Academic Counsellors,
Level Physics and any other
 Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
‘A’ Level subject or their
 Textbook and Module Writers,
equivalents.  Education Researchers,
 School Heads,
Full Time: 4 years ‘O’ Level holders: Have
 Examiners,
passed 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Item writers,
including English Language,  Subject Managers,
Mathematics and Science. To  Industrial Training Officers,
gain entry into program  Education Officers.
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

External students (Form

5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics and Science. To
gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

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Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Biological subject including Science,
Sciences English Language and  Biology teachers,
Mathematics or their  College Lecturers,
(BScEdHBz) equivalents. A Pass in ‘A’  Educational Consultants,
 Academic Counsellors,
Level Biology and any other
(Pre-service)  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
‘A’ Level subject or their
 Textbook and Module Writers,
Full Time: 4 years equivalents  Education Researchers, School Heads,
 Examiners,
‘O’ Level holders: Have
 Item writers,
passed 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Subject Managers,
including English Language,  Industrial Training
Mathematics and Science. To  Officers,
gain entry into program  Education Officers.
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

External students (Form

5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics and Science. To
gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

Bachelor of Science Education Have 5 passes at ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree- Computer including English Language
Science (BScEdHCSc) and Mathematics or their  Computer Science teachers,
equivalents.  College Lecturers, Educational Consultants,
(Pre-service)  Academic Counsellors,
A Pass in ‘A’ Level  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
Full Time: 4 years Computer  Textbook and Module Writers,
Science/Mathematics and  Education Researchers,
 School Heads, Examiners, Item writers,
any other ‘A’ Level
 Subject Managers,
subject or their
 Industrial Training Officers,
equivalents.  Education Officers.
External students (Form
5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics and Science. To
gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

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Bachelor of Science Education Normal Entry: For admission Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree- Geography. to this undergraduate
(BScEdHGg) programme, a prospective  Geography teachers,
student must satisfy the  College Lecturers,
(Pre-service) Entry Regulations specified  Educational Consultants,
 Academic
in the General Regulations
 Counsellors,
and must have:
 Curriculum and Textbook
Full Time: 4 years  reviewers,
Have 5 passes at ‘O’ Level
 Textbook and Module Writers,
including English Language
 Education Researchers,
and Mathematics or their  School Heads,
equivalents.  Examiners, Item writers,
 Subject Managers,
A Pass in ‘A’ Level  Industrial Training Officers,
Geography and any other ‘A’  Education Officers.
Level subject or their
equivalents.

Mature Entry: Candidates

older than 25 years can be
admitted if they have 5 ‘O’
levels including Mathematics
and English and a Science
subject and must satisfy a
panel selected by faculty.

External students (Form

5/Grade 12): Have passed 5
‘O’ Level subjects including
Mathematics and Science. To
gain entry into program
students will be required to
pass a 6 months bridging
course.

Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level  O’ and ‘A’ level Agriculture teachers,
Honours Degree – Agriculture subjects including English  College Lecturers,
(HBScEdAg) and Mathematics. Certificate  Educational Consultants,
in Education/Diploma in  Academic Counsellors,
(In –service) Education (Secondary Level)  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
Block Release: 2 years or a teaching qualification  Textbook and Module Writer,
 Education Researchers,
from a recognised institution
 School Heads,
where Agriculture subject of
 Examiner,
study was strongly  Item writers,
represented  Subject Managers,
 Industrial Training Officers,
 Education Officers.
 Project officers and project
 managers.

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Bachelor of Science Education Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Physics subjects including English
 Agriculture teachers,
(HBScEdPh) and Mathematics Certificate
 College Lecturers,
in Education/Diploma in  Educational Consultants,
(In –service) Education (Secondary or  Academic Counsellors,
primary Level) or a  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
Block Release: 2 years
teaching qualification from a  Textbook and Module Writers,
recognised institution where  Education Researchers,
Physics subject of study was  School Heads, Examiners,
strongly represented. Those  Item writers,
with a primary level  Subject Managers,
qualification will undergo  Industrial Training
 Officers,
a six months bridging
 Education Officers.
course in their area of
specialisation.

Bachelor of Science Education 5 passes at ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in including English and
Mathematics (HBScEdMt) Mathematics Certificate in  Physics teachers,
Education/Diploma in  College Lecturers,
(In –service) Education (Secondary or  Educational Consultants,
Block Release:  Academic Counsellors,
primary Level) or a
2 years  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
teaching qualification from
 Textbook and Module Writers,
are cognised institution  Education Researchers,
where Mathematics subject  School Heads,
of study was strongly  Examiners,
represented. Those with a  Item writers,
primary level qualification  Subject Managers,
will undergo a six months  Industrial Training
bridging course in their  Officers,
area of specialisation.  Education Officers.

Bachelor of Science Education 5 passes at ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Biological including English and
Sciences (HBScEdBz) Mathematics Certificate in  Mathematics teachers,
Education/Diploma in  Project Managers,
(In –service) Education (Secondary or  Item writers,
 Subject Managers,
primary Level) or a
Block Release: 2 years  Education Officers, O-level and A-level
teaching qualification from examiners,
are cognised institution
 Lecturers,
where Biology subject of  Researchers.
study was strongly
represented. Those with a
primary level qualification
will undergo a six months
bridging course in their
area of specialisation.

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Bachelor of Science Education 5 passes at ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Geography including English and
Mathematics Certificate in  Biology teachers,
(HBScEdGg) Education/Diploma in  College Lecturers,
Education (Secondary or  Educational Consultants
(In –service)  Academic Counsellors
primary Level) or a
Block Release: 2 years  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers
teaching qualification from a
 Textbook and Module Writers
recognised institution where  Education Researchers
Geography subject of study  School Heads
was strongly represented.  Examiners, Item writers
Those with a primary level  Subject Managers
qualification will undergo  Industrial Training Officers
a six months bridging  Education Officers.
course in their area of
specialisation.

Bachelor of Science Education 5 passes at ‘Level including Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Chemistry. English and Mathematics
(HBScEdCh) Certificate in  Geography teachers
Education/Diploma in  College Lecturers
(In –service) Education (Secondary or  Educational Consultants
Block Release: 2 years  Academic Counsellors
primary Level) or a
 Curriculum and Textbook reviewers
teaching qualification from a
 Textbook and Module Writers
recognised institution where  Education Researchers
Chemistry subject of study  School Heads
was strongly represented.  Examiners
Those with a primary level  Item writers
qualification will undergo  Subject Managers,
a six months bridging  Industrial Training
course in their area of  Officers, Education Officers.
specialisation.

Bachelor of Science Education 5 passes at ‘O’ Level Careers in the education sector as:
Honours Degree in Computer including English and
Science (HBScEdCSc) Mathematics Certificate in  Chemistry teachers,
Education/Diploma in  College Lecturers,
(In –service) Education (Secondary or  Educational Consultants,
 Academic Counsellors,
primary Level) or a
Block Release: 2 years  Curriculum and Textbook reviewers,
teaching qualification from a
 Textbook and Module Writers,
recognised institution where  Education Researchers,
Computer Science subject of  School Heads, Examiners, Item writers,
study was strongly  Subject Managers,
represented. Those with a  Industrial Training
primary level qualification  Officers, Education Officers.
will undergo a six months
bridging course in their
area of specialisation.

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FACULTY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Phone/WhatsApp 0719528680

Programme Entry Requirements

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Level  remote sensing,

Degree in Environmental Physics subjects including  atmospheric climate
and Energy Sources. (HBScEPES) Mathematics and English  modelling,
with at least a Grade C and  pollution control
Full Time: 4 years Two 'A' Level passes  energy conservation
including Physics and  renewable energy
Block Release : 3 years  development
Mathematics. Special entry
 nuclear waste disposal
for candidates with relevant
 site remediation
5 ‘O’ Level passes including
English and Mathematics,
Diplomas and at least 25
years of age with a
minimum of 2 years
relevant work experience
will be considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed at least five (5)  Exercise Physiologists
Degree in Sports Science and subjects at ‘O’ Level  Academic Researchers
Management (HBScSSM) including English Language  Kinesiologists
and Mathematics and at  Biomechanics Practitioners
Full Time: 4 years least two (2) subjects at ‘A’  Physiotherapists; Sport Psychologists
Level including Physical  Fitness Trainers; Sports Nutritionists
Block Release: 3 years  Sports Managers; Sports Marketers
Education Sport or Sports
 Sports Facilities Managers
Management or Sports
 Sports Entrepreneurs.
Science and Technology or
at least two (2) subjects at
Advanced Level in any of the
following learning areas;
Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
Mathematics, Computer
Science, Geography,
Agriculture, Sociology,
Psychology, Management of
Business, Economics and
Accounting or an Advanced
Certificate or Diploma in
Sport or Physical Education

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 from a recognized Academic
Institution or Sports
Federation or a record of
elite sport participation of
least a two years.

BSc. Honours in Agricultural Normal Entry:  Engineers in Agriculture

Engineering (BSc.AE)  Designers
At least five ‘O’ Level  Advisors and applied scientists
Fulltime: Four years subjects including English  Research and training institutions
Language, Physical Science  Irrigation, environmental consultants
Block Release: Four years or Physics and Mathematics  Potential to start own companies in machinery
with grade C or better and -: Manufacture, servicing, irrigation and
Agro-processing
‘A’ level passes in
Mathematics and Physics and
any one science subject as
follows: Biology, Agriculture,
Geography, Chemistry,
Technical Graphics and Food
Science

Special Entry:

Candidates who hold a

National Diploma in
Education with
specializations in the
following: Physics and
Mathematics OR candidates
who hold a National Diploma
in Agriculture, Agricultural
Engineering, Civil
Engineering, Surveying,
Mechanical Engineering or
any other relevant Diploma

Mature Entry:

At least a National Diploma

in Agriculture, Agricultural
Engineering, Civil
Engineering, Surveying,
Mechanical Engineering with
relevant experience.

BSc. Honours in Electronic Normal Entry:  Engineers in; electronics, control and
Engineering (HBScEE) Instrumentation, telecommunication,
At least five ‘O’ Level Broadcasting, computer networking
Fulltime: Four years subjects including English  Sound machine learning as designers
Language, Physical Science  Project/Operation Managers

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 or Physics and Mathematics  Advisors
with grade C or better and -:  Applied scientists
 Potential to start won companies in areas
‘A’ level passes in Such as alarm manufacture, electronics
Mathematics and Physics and Gadgets repair and servicing
a third relevant science  Computer repair/networking and installation
subject

Special Entry:

May be granted to applicants

with a relevant National
Diploma (Electronic
Engineering, Computer
Engineering, Electric Power
Engineering, Control
Engineering, Instrumentation
or other relevant HEXCO).
Two years working
experience would be an
added advantage. OR

A relevant Higher National

Diploma or equivalent. One
year working experience
would be an added
advantage.

Bachelor of Science Honours For all entry pathways  system programmer

Degree in Computer Science candidates must have at  software developer
(HBScCSc) least five ‘O’ Level subjects/  web developer,
National Foundation  network administrator
Fulltime: Four Years Certificates including English  software tester
Language, Mathematics and  IT manager
 engineering manager
a Science subject at grade C
 Database Manager
or better.

Normal Entry: A minimum of

2 ‘A’ Level passes in
Mathematics and Physics OR
Computer Science OR any
other relevant Science
subject OR Relevant
National Certificate.

Special Entry: Special entry

may be granted to
applicants with a National
Diploma in Computer
Science or any related field

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 from a recognized
institution.

Mature Entry: Should be at

least 23 years old AND
should have at least 2 years
relevant industrial
experience.

Bachelor of Science Degree in For all entry pathways  Network engineers

Network Engineering candidates must have at  Network specialists
least five ‘O’ Level subjects/  Network support engineers
(HBScNWE) National Foundation  Network administrators
Certificates including English  Network Manager
Language, Mathematics and  ICT Infrastructure Manager
Fulltime: Four years
 IT Director
a Science subject at grade C
or better.

Normal Entry: A minimum of

two ‘A’ Level passes in
either Mathematics,
Computer
Science/Computing and any
one of the following subjects
Physics, Accounting,
Economics, Management of
Business/Business Studies,
Biology, Chemistry or any
other relevant subject, and

Special Entry: Special entry

may be granted to
applicants with a National
Diploma in Computer
Science/Information
Technology or any related
field from a recognized
institution.

Mature Entry: Should be at

least 23 years old AND have
at least 2 years’ relevant
industrial experience

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Bachelor of Science Degree in Students should have a pass • Applications Developer
Software in either ‘A’ Level • Web applications Developer
Engineering.(HBScSWE) Mathematics, Computer • Mobile applications Developer
Science/Computing and any • Software Engineer
Fulltime: Four years one of the following ‘A’ • Software Architect
Level subjects Physics, • Software Designer
Accounting, Economics, • Software Quality Engineer/Analyst
Management of • Software Testing Engineer
Business/Business Studies, • Software Configuration Manager
Biology, Chemistry or any • Cyber Security
other relevant subject, and • Multimedia programmer
At least 5 ‘O’ Levels • Games applications developer
including Mathematics and • Web designer
English Language with a • Machine learning engineer
Grade C or better. • Data analyst
• IT Managers
Special entry will be granted • Project Managers
to Candidates without ‘A’ • Software Consultants
Levels but are holders of the
HEXCO National Diploma in
Computer Studies or
Information Technology or
their equivalent from a
recognized institution.
Mature entry will be granted
to candidates at least 23
years old AND have at least
2 years relevant industrial
experience.

Bachelor of Science Honours Normal Entry: At least five • Business analysts

Degree in Statistics and (5) ‘O’ Levels Mathematics, • Statisticians
Financial Mathematics English Language and a • Data scientists
(HBScSFM) Science or Commercial • Benefits analysts
subject/ National • Risk analysts
Fulltime: Four years Foundation Certificates with • Monitoring and Evaluation
grade C or better and at • Strategic Information Analysts
least two(2) ‘A’ Level passes • Employee benefits analysts
in the following subjects: • Lecturing
Mathematics or Statistics
and any one of Physics,
Computer Science,
Management of Business,
Economics and Accounting
OR relevant National
Certificate.

Special Entry: At least five

(5) ‘O’ Level subjects

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 including English Language
and Mathematics and a
Diploma in Statistics or
Financial Mathematics,
Financial Engineering,
Economics, Accounting or
Operations Research.

Bachelor of Science Honours Normal Entry: At least two  Business analysts

Degree in Applied Mathematics (2) ‘A’ Level passes including  Employee benefits analysts
Mathematics or its  Statisticians
(HBScAMT) recognized equivalent  Data scientists
(Mechanics, Statistics, Pure  Benefits analysts
Mathematics) plus at least  Risk analysts
 Monitoring and Evaluation
Ordinary Level passes/
 Strategic Information Analysts
National Foundation
 Lecturing
Fulltime: Four years Certificates including
Mathematics and English
Language OR relevant
National Certificate.

Special Entry: At least five

(5) Levels including English
Language and Mathematics,
National Diploma and a
Higher National Diploma.

Mature Entry: At least five

(5) ‘O’ Levels including
English Language and
Mathematics, should be
above 25 years of age plus
work experience.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have obtained two passes in  Development agents

Degree in Development ‘A’ Level subjects or their  Development Practitioners
Studies recognized equivalents;  Policy Planners
Have 5 ‘O’ Level passes  Weather Forecasters
(HBSc.DG) including Geography, English  Environmentalists
Language, and Mathematics
Fulltime : Four years
passed with at least a grade
C.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have obtained two passes in • Government Departments

Degree in Disaster ‘A’ Level subjects or their (As Development Practitioners)
Management Sciences recognized equivalents; • Parastatals and State Enterprises
(HBSc.DMSc) Have 5 ‘O’ Level passes • Non-Governmental Organisations
including Geography, English • Local Government
Language, and Mathematics • Mining Industries
 UN bodies and other institutions

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Fulltime: Four years passed with at least a grade related to development.
C.

Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 `O` Level passes

Degree in Nursing Science including English Language
(Nursing Education) (HBScNsE) and a Science subject with  Nurse Tutors in government and private sector
a Grade C or better, a  Clinical instructors
(August Intake ONLY) Diploma in General Nursing;
Registration with the Nurses’
Council of Zimbabwe or
equivalent.

Current Practicing
Certificate.

At least 2 years post

qualification working
experience.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Level  Optometrist -Private sector
Degree in Optometry. subjects including  Optometrist- Public sector
(HBScOpt) Mathematics, English  Academia-Teaching & research
language and Physical  Industry- manufacturing Optical equipment
Fulltime: Four years Science with at least a grade
B or better and

Any three ‘A’ Level passes

from the following: Biology,
Chemistry, Mathematics and
Physics.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level  Research Practitioners

Degree in Biological Sciences. subjects including
(BScBZH) Mathematics, Science and
English with at least a Grade
Fulltime: Four years C and at least two 'A' Level
passes in Science subjects
including Biology. Special
entry for candidates with
relevant Diplomas will be
considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Level  Pharmaceuticals

Degree in Biotechnology. subjects including  Food Processors
Mathematics, Science and  Bio scientists
(HBScBioTec) English with at least a Grade
C and a pass at 'A' Level in
Fulltime: Four years
Biology and Chemistry and a
third subject which could

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 either be Physics or
Mathematics. Special and
mature entry may be
considered for holders of a
National Diploma (ND) in
Biotechnology, or its
equivalent plus a minimum
of two (2) years relevant
post qualification
experience, OR Higher
National Diploma (HND) in
Biotechnology or its
equivalent.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Normal Entry: Chemistry and  Carriers in the Industrial Chemistry
Chemical Technology any one of the following  Environmental Chemistry
subjects at A Level;  analytical chemistry
(HBScCHT) Mathematics, Physics,  Pharmaceutical chemistry
Computer Science, Biology,  food and beverages
Food Science And at least 5  agrochemicals Industry
 research institutions
passes at Ordinary Level
 Academia positions
Subjects/ National
Foundation Certificates
inclusive of Mathematics and
English.

Special Entry: National

Diploma, Higher National
Fulltime: Four years
Diploma in relevant fields

Mature Entry: Five ‘O’ Level

passes including Mathematics
and English plus at least 25
years of age and 5 years of
experience in the relevant
field.

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Bachelor of Science Honours 5 “O” level passes with at  Grain Processing & Milling Engineers
Degree in Grain Milling least a C including  Entrepreneurs/Mill Owners
Engineering Mathematics & English.  Feed Milling Engineer
 Local/ National Government Grain Milling Officer
(4 years – Full Time) (NEW 2 “A” levels, Mathematics or  Production Managers
PROGRAMME) Physics & any other relevant  University Researchers
A Level Science subject.

A relevant Diploma can be

considered for Special entry.

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Bachelor of Science Honours Normal Entry: Mining and mineral extraction companies (small, medium,
Degree in Mining Engineering Candidates must satisfy the Government regulatory bodies (e.g., Geological Survey of
Entry Regulations specified in Ministry of Mines)
(4 years – Full Time) (NEW the General Regulations and  Consultancy firms specialising in mining,
PROGRAMME) geology, or environmental impact assessments
must also meet the following
 Mining equipment manufacturing and
requirement: supply firms
Have 5 ‘O’ Level passes  University teaching and research roles
including Mathematics,  Key positions include Mining Engineers,
Physical Science and English Mine Planners, Geologists,
Language, passed with at  Resource Estimators, Mining Consultants,
least a grade C. Environmental Officers, and
Have obtained at least two Mine Safety Engineers.
passes at A Level or their
Entrepreneurship Prospects:
recognized equivalents:  Graduates are well-equipped to pursue
one in Mathematics and the Entrepreneurial ventures within the mining
other from any one of the sector, including:
following subjects,  Establishing small- to medium-scale mining
Chemistry/Physics; Number operations
of points at ‘A’ level are  Developing and selling mining-related
decided from time to time. technologies and innovations
 Providing consulting services in areas such as
mine planning, sustainability, and
Special Entry: environmental management.
In accordance with the
General Regulations. Higher
National Diploma in Mining,
Higher National Diploma in
Metallurgical Assay, Higher
National Diploma in Mine
Ventilation
& Environmental
Engineering, Higher National
Diploma in Mining, Higher
National Diploma in
Mine Survey, Higher National
Diploma in Mine Geology,
Higher National Diploma in
Mineral
Processing and Extractive
Metallurgy from the
Zimbabwe School of Mines or
Geoscience
related fields from an
accredited institution plus at
least 2 years post
qualification experience.
Those with qualifications in
Electrical or Mechanical
engineering may be accepted
subject to

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interviews.
Mature Entry: In accordance
with the General
Regulations. At least 25 years
of age with relevant
general qualifications and
working experience in the
field of Mining or
Geosciences. May be
subjected to an interview.

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Bachelor of Science Honours in Normal Entry: Passes at ‘A’ Chemist in Water Supply Authorities
Chemistry (HBScCHEM) Level Chemistry and in any  Environment Management
one of the following ‘A’ Level  Agencies
subjects: Mathematics,  Production Chemist
Physics, Computer Science,  Laboratory Manager
 Research and Development Chemists or
Biology, Physical Science,
 Analytical Chemist
Fulltime: Four (4) years Agriculture or their
recognised equivalent And at
least 5 passes at Ordinary
Level subjects/ National
Foundation Certificates
inclusive of Mathematics and
English OR National
Certificate.

Special Entry: National

Diploma, Higher National
Diploma in relevant fields.

Mature Entry:
Five ‘O’ Level passes
including Mathematics and
English plus at least 25 years
of age and 5 years’
experience in the relevant
field.

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Phone 0662106134

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Bachelor of Science Honours ● Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level Graduates from this Programme can enter careers in
Degree in Agricultural subjects including  Research,
Economics and Management. ● English Language,  Consultancy,
(BSc.AEM) Mathematics and a  Entrepreneurs,
Science subject at grade  Banks,
Full Time: 4 years C or better.  Statistics,
● ‘A’ level passes in at  Finance advisory,
Block Release: 3 years  Economic analysts,
least two Commercial
 Policy formulation,
(Bindura/Harare Class) and/or Science subjects
 Project management,
OR a relevant National  Government departments (extension
Certificate. workers, land officers, policy advisors etc),

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 ● Candidates without ‘A’  Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs),
levels who hold relevant  Trade organisations, World Bank, World
Diplomas will be Food Programme (W.F.P) and Food and
considered. Agricultural Organisation (F.A.O)

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Level Graduates of the programme can be employed,
Degree in Safety, Health and subjects including
Environmental Management. Mathematics, Science  as Safety and Health officers or
(BSc.SHEM) subject and English with  Environmental Management managers/
Officers/ inspectors/educators,
grade C or better and
Full Time: 4 years  researchers or consultants in government,
At least two 'A' Level  non-governmental organisations or civil
Block Release: 3 years society undertaking Masters. Graduates can
subjects from the following
advance their studies by undertaking Masters
Agriculture, Biology, (MSc, MPhil) and PhD/DPhil studies in various
(Bindura/Harare Class)
Chemistry, Computer environmental spheres.
Science, Geography,
Mathematics, Physics, Food
Science, Environmental
Science and Environmental
Management.

Candidates without ‘A’

levels who hold relevant
Diplomas will be considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Level Graduates from this programme can follow careers
Degree in Animal Health and subjects including  in Government Extension Services (as e.g.
Production Extension Mathematics, English and a Livestock Health Officers or Livestock
(BScAHPE) Science subject with a grade Production Officers) and
C or better. Advanced Level  outside Public Services including Research
passes in at least two  Consultancy
subjects as follows: Category  Livestock breeding (Artificial insemination
Block Release: 3 years ET, oestrus synchronization)
1: Any two of the following,
Biology, Agriculture,  Non-Governmental Organisations
Chemistry, Physics and Food  Animal Health Products Suppliers
 Veterinary Drug Companies (As Technical
Science.
Sales Persons) specialist organizations like
Poultry Farms and Commercial Farms
Category 2: Any one of the
(as e.g. Site Managers or supervisors), Banks
following: Mathematics or (as e.g.Technical Advisors to Loans Officers)
Geography in addition to any and entrepreneurship.
one subject in Category 1.

Candidates who hold a

National Diploma in

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 Agriculture or Animal Health
and Production or a related
field will be considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ level subjects, Graduates may pursue, among others,
degree in Forestry and including English Language,
Environmental Management a Science subject and  jobs in Government,
(BSc.FEM) Mathematics with grade C or  Non-Governmental Organisations,
better and  Private Sector, and Local and
Full Time: 4 years  International Forestry Research Institutions.
‘A’ Level in TWO science  Typical posts for these graduates include
Block Release: 3 years subjects OR a relevant  Forest Managers,
 Environmental Managers,
National Certificate from a
 Plantation Foresters,
recognized Institution.
 Planning foresters, Researchers,
Candidates without ‘A’  Ecologists, Consultants,
levels but are holders of  Technicians and Entrepreneurs.
relevant National Diplomas
from recognized Institutions
shall be considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ level passes, The graduates can be employed in the Wildlife Sector.
Degree in Wildlife Ecology and including English Language, This sector includes the Ministry in Charge of
Fisheries Management a Science subject and  Environmental Policy and Management
Mathematics with grade C or (Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate),
(BSc.WEM) better and  quasi-government organisations (such as
the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management
Full time 4 years ‘A’ Level passes in any two Authority, Environmental Management Agency)
of the following subjects,  Non-Governmental Organisations
Block Release: 3 years
Biology, Geography, (both national and international) that are
Agriculture, Chemistry, involved in Wildlife Research and Management
Mathematics or a relevant Consultancy companies involved in wildlife
National Certificate from a research and management
recognized institution.

Candidates without ‘A’

levels but are holders of
relevant National Diplomas
from recognized Institutions
shall be considered

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Bachelor of Agricultural At least 5 'O' Level subjects Graduates from this programme can follow careers in
Science Honours Degree including ’O’ Level  Government as Extension Services
(Animal Science and Mathematics, English and a  Extension officers,
Technology). (BAgSAScT) Science subject with a grade  Researchers,
C or better. ·  Consultancy, Veterinary products suppliers,
Full Time: 4 years  Lecturers,
Advanced ‘A’ Level passes in  Animal breeders,
Block Release 3 years Biology or Agriculture plus  Livestock farmers,
any other Science Subject  Farm managers,
 Artificial insemination technicians,
Candidates without ‘A’  Meat inspectors
levels but are holders of  livestock entrepreneurs
relevant National Diplomas
from recognized Institutions
shall be considered.

Bachelor of Agricultural Have passed 5 'O' Level Graduates from this Programme can enter careers
Science Honours Degree (Crop subjects including ’O’ Level In;
Science).(BAgSCSc) Mathematics, English and a  Government departments,
Science subject with a grade  Consultancy,
Full Time: 4 years C or better. ·  Banks,
 Project Management,
Block Release 3 years Advanced ‘A’ Level passes in  Non-Governmental Organizations such as Food
Biology or Agriculture plus  Agricultural Organization,
any other Science Subject  research institutions such as CIMMYT and
ICRISAT.
National Diplomas from  The programme also promotes entrepreneurship
accredited Institutions shall  skills among graduates
be considered.

Relevant Diploma in a Crop

Science related field from a
recognised institution will be
considered.

Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ level passes, The graduates can be employed as Natural Resource
Degree in Natural Resources including English language, a
Management (BSc.NRM) Science subject and  Entrepreneurs,
Mathematics with grade C or  Environmental Advocates,
Full Time: 4 years better and  Forest and Wildlife Officers,
 Researchers,
● ‘A’ Level pass in any
 Natural Resource Planning Officers,
Two of the following,
 Conservationists,
Mathematics, Divinity,  Rural Livelihood Officers,
Sociology, Literature in  Environmental Consultants and
English, Economics,  Project Monitors and Evaluators.
Agriculture, Biology,
Physics, Chemistry OR a
relevant National
Certificate from a
recognized Institution.

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 ● Candidates without ‘A’
levels, but are holders of
relevant.
● National Diplomas from
accredited Institutions
shall be considered.
FACULTY OF COMMERCE Phone/Whatsapp 066107620

Bachelor of Commerce Have passed 5 'O' Level  Banking Institutions

Honours Degree in Banking and subjects including  Finance Houses
Finance Mathematics and English with  Discount Houses
at least a Grade C or better  Asset Management companies
(BCom.BAF) AND 2 'A' Level passes from  Micro finance companies
any of the following:  Financial Advisory Services
Full Time: 4 years  Investment Management Companies
Accounting, Economics,
 Non-governmental organizations and local
Block Release: 3years Mathematics, Computer authorities
Science and Business Studies
or Management of Business
Studies. Applicants with a
Diploma in Banking, Finance,
Accounting or equivalent.

Bachelor of Accountancy Have passed 5 'O' Level  Auditors;

Honours Degree (BAcc) subjects including  Accountants;
Mathematics and English with  Business advisers;
a Grade C or better AND 2 'A'  Financial managers;
Level subjects from the  Tax consultants;
following: Mathematics,  Financial consultants
Accounting, Economics,
Computer Science, Business
Studies or Management of
Business, Biology, Chemistry
or Physics. Holders of HEXCO
Higher National Diploma in
Full Time: 4 years
Accountancy or Full
Block Release: 3years accounting professional
qualifications such as SAAA,
CIS, ACCA and CIMA.

Bachelor of Commerce Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level  Advertising,

Honours Degree in Marketing. subjects including  Public Relations
(BCom.Mkt) Mathematics and English with  Marketing
a Grade C or better AND A  Retailing
Full Time: 4 years pass in any 'A' Level  Selling
Block Release: 3years commercial subject plus any  Brand Management
other 'A' Level subject.  Marketing research

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Bachelor of Business Have passed 5 'O' Level  Police / Prison Service/Military
Administration Honours subjects including  Loss Control / Security officers/ Managers
Degree in Police and Security Mathematics and English  Crime Investigation Officer
Studies. with a Grade C or better  Security / Risk Analyst
AND 2 'A' Level subjects from  Fraud Manager / Controller
(BBA.PSS) the following Literature in  Anti-Corruption Unit
 Banking / Operations Risk Management
English, Economics,
Full Time:4 years  United Nations
Mathematics, Accounting,
 Private Security Organisations
Block Release : 3 years Computer Studies, Business  Government/Public Sector
Studies, Management of
Business or any other
relevant subjects. Holders of
a Diploma in Police and
Security Studies or
equivalent will be
considered for admission on
mature and special entry.

Bachelor of Commerce Have passed 5 ‘O’ Level  Human Capital Executive/Business

Honours Degree in Human subjects including Partner 2
Capital Management. Mathematics and English  Human Capital Manager/ Business
(BCom.HCM) with a Grade C or better. Partner 1
Have obtained one 'A' Level  Human Capital Officer
Full Time: 4 years subject from the following  Training Manager/Officer
Block Release: 3 years (Accounting, Economics,  Industrial Relations Officer
Mathematics, Computer  Payroll Administrator/Manager/ Officer
 Lecturer/Teaching Assistant
Science, Sociology,
 Researcher
Geography, Business Studies
 Trainer/Facilitator
or Management of Business)  Business Consultancy
plus any other 'A' Level
subject

Holders of a Diploma in
Human Resources
Management or equivalent
will be considered for
admission on mature and
special entry.

Bachelor of Science Honours Have passed 5 'O' Levels  Economist

Degree in Economics. (BScEco) subjects including  Policy/Business/ Financial Analyst
Mathematics and English  Development Specialist
Full Time: 4 years with a Grade C or better  Bankers
Block Release: 3 years AND 2 'A' Level passes from  Consultants
the following: Accounting,
Economics, Mathematics,
Computer Science, and
Business Studies or

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 Management of Business
Studies

Bachelor of Commerce Have passed 5 'O' Level  Supply Chain Manager

Honours Degree In Supply subjects including  Procurement Managers
Chain Management Mathematics and English  Warehouse Manager
(BCom.SCM) with a Grade C or better  Logistic Manager
AND 2 'A' Level passes from  Consultancy
Full Time: 4 years the following: Accounting,
Economics, Mathematics,
Block Release: 3 years
Computer Science, and
Business Studies or
Management of Business
Studies.

Bachelor of Commerce Have passed 5 'O' Level  Administration / Management

Honours Degree In Financial subjects including  Banking (Operations Risk)
Intelligence. (BComF.I) Mathematics and English  Security risk management
with a Grade C or better & 2  Auditing, Accounting and Finance
Full Time: 4 years 'A' Level subjects from the  Loss control
following Economics,  Financial Intelligence Units
 Consultants.
Accounting, Business
 Compliance Anti-Corruption and
Studies, Mathematics,
 Anti-Money Laundering investigators
Statistics, Computer
Science, Geography,
Management of Business.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES Phone/WhatsApp 0662106427

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Bachelor of Communication At least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Communication Officer

Science Honours Degree. including English Language,  Reporters
(HBCom.Sc) Mathematics and Science  Commentators
with a Grade C or better and  Start Up Business in Media
2 ‘A’ Level subjects.  Customer Care
Full Time: 4 years  Public Relations
Special Entry with Generic  Public Relations
Block Release: 3 Years Exemptions for ND Holders.  Line Product Manager
 Entry into Foreign Service
Bridging Course will be
offered to those without
‘O’ Level Mathematics

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Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Culturologist
Degree in Culture and Heritage including English Language  Heritage Impact Assessor/
Studies (BSc.CHS) with a Grade C or better and Heritage Specialist
2 ‘A’ Level subjects.  Curator
Full Time: 4 years  Heritage Programs
Specialist
 Arts & Culture Officer
 Heritage Manager
 Cultural Heritage
Conservation Specialist
 Cultural Creative Industries
Manager
 Art & Artefact Appraiser
 Cultural Heritage Inspector
 Heritage Auditor
 Cultural Diplomat
 Cultural Exhibition Specialist
 Artefact Conservator
 Heritage Advisor
 Information & Records
Management Specialist
 Heritage & Community Liaison
Officer
 Built Heritage Conservator
 Cultural Heritage Intellectual
Property Rights Specialist
 Museum Visitor Manager
 Heritage Resort Manager
 Exhibition Specialist
 Natural & Cultural Heritage
Tour Guide
 Community Archaeologist
 G.I.S Specialist
 Archivist
 Tour Operator
Specialist Heritage Officer
Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  International Organisations
Degree in Peace & including English Language  Intergovernmental Organisations
Governance. (HBScPG) with a Grade C or better and like UN, AU,SADC.
2 ‘A’ Level subjects.  Foreign Affairs Departments
Full Time: 4 Years  Diplomacy,
 Government Ministries,
Block Release: 3 years  Constitutional Commissions
 Local and International NGOs
 Research Institutes
 Lectureship
 Independent Consultancy
 Public Policy Analysts
 Public Management and
 Administration in both Government and
non- Governmental Institutions.

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Bachelor of Science Honours At least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects  Child Protection
Degree in Social Work. including English Language  Disaster Management
(HBScSW) and Mathematics with a  Rehabilitation and
Grade C or better and 2 ‘A’ Correctional Services
4 Years Level subjects  Medical Social Work
Full Time  Project Management
Bindura Campus  Juvenile Justice
 Research
 Administration of Social
August Intake Only Welfare Organisation
 Social Protection

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

In addition to a relevant first degree candidates must have 5 ‘O’ Level subjects including English
Language and Mathematics unless indicated otherwise.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE EDUCATION Phone/WhatsApp 0782708531

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Post-Graduate Diploma in Quality At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes  Head of the quality department in
Management in Education (PGDQME) including English Language and public or private
Mathematics  education institutions
Block Release or Online: 1 year  Quality specialist in public or
A first degree from a  private education institutions
recognised higher education  Quality Management Systems
institution (QMS)
 Auditor in public or private
 education institutions
 Quality Assurance consultant in
education
 Quality Assurance trainer in
education
 Internal auditing trainer
Postgraduate Diploma in Higher A First Degree (or equivalent)  Careers in the education sector
Education (PGDHE) from an accredited institution. as:
Online: 1 year  College Lecturers
 Educational
 Consultants
 Academic
 Counsellors
 Curriculum and
 Textbook reviewers
 Textbook and Module Writers
 Education Researchers
 Heads of Institutions and
 departments
 Examiners
 Item writers
 Subject Managers,
 Industrial Training Officers,

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  Education Officers.
Post Graduate Diploma in A good first degree from a  Careers in the education
Education (PGDE). recognized University, sector as:
specialising in any one of the  high school teachers
Block Release or Online: 1 ½ years following Secondary/High  College Lecturers
School teaching subjects:-  Educational Consultants
 Counsellors
Mathematics, Physics,  Curriculum and Textbook
Chemistry, Agriculture,  reviewers
Biology, Computer Science,  Textbook and Module Writers
Geography  Education Researchers
 School Heads, High school
 curriculum designers
 Education Officers
 Schools Inspectors
 Regional Directors
Master of Science Education Bachelor of Education Degree  Careers in policy formulation
Curriculum Studies. (MScEdCS) from accredited and and evaluation;
recognized institution or Post  project and programme
Block Release or Online: 1 ½ years Graduate Diploma in development, management and
Education, Graduate Diploma evaluation;
in Education, Grade CE, BSc  educational research
 management of learning
Education
 curriculum design
 and evaluation as Lecturers in
tertiary institutions
 Education inspectors
 Training officers
 Consultants
 curriculum developers
 policy planners
 school managers
Master of Science Education in BSc Mathematics Education,  Lecturers in tertiary institutions,
Mathematics. (MScEdMt) Bachelor of Education Degree  Education inspectors
in which Mathematics was a  Training officers
major/strongly represented,  Consultants
or BSc in which Mathematics is  policy planners
Block Release or Online: 1 ½ years  school managers
strongly represented plus a
Post Graduate Diploma in
Education, Graduate Diploma
in Education, Grad CE,
PGDTE. Equivalent
qualifications from accredited
and recognized institutions
will be considered.

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Master of Science Education in A good Bachelor of Science  Lecturers in tertiary institutions,
Biology (MScEdBz) Education Honours Degree or  Education inspectors,
Bachelor of Science Education  Training officers,
Block Release:1 ½ years Degree  Consultants,
 policy planners,
Equivalent qualifications that  school managers
may be considered include;
BSc General/BSc Honours with
the Biology as a major plus a
CE/DipEd or Grad. CE, PGDE

Master of Science Education in A good Bachelor of Science  Lecturers in tertiary institutions,

Chemistry. (MScEdCh) Education Honours Degree or  Education inspectors,
Bachelor of Science Education  Training
Block Release:1 ½ years Degree  officers,
 Consultants,
Equivalent qualifications that  policy planners,
may be considered include;  school managers
BSc General/BSc Honours with
Chemistry as a major plus a
CE/DipEd or Grad. CE, PGDE

Master of Science Education Normal Entry: Applicants  Careers in: policy formulation
degree in Measurement, must be in possession of a and evaluation;
Assessment and Evaluation. First Degree in Education (or  project and programme
(MScEdMAE) equivalent). development, management and
evaluation;
Block Release or Online: 1 ½ years Equivalent qualifications that
 educational research
may be considered include:  test designing;
Other First Degrees plus a  consultancy in measurement,
Diploma/Certificate in  assessment
Education or a Graduate CE or  evaluation
Postgraduate Diploma in  management of learning
Education or Postgraduate  curriculum design and
Diploma in Tertiary Education. evaluation.

Master of Science Education in A good Bachelor of Science  Lecturers in tertiary institutions,

Physics (MScEdPh) Education Honours Degree or  Education inspectors
Bachelor of Science Education  Training officers
Block Release: 1 ½ years Degree  Consultants
 policy planners
Equivalent qualifications that  school managers
may be considered include;
BSc General/BSc Honours with
Physics as a major plus a
CE/DipEd or Grad. CE, PGDE

Master of Science Education in BSc Geography Education,  Lecturers in tertiary institutions,

Geography (MScEdGg) Bachelor of Education Degree  Education inspectors,
in which Geography was a  Training officers,
major/strongly represented,  Consultants,

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Block Release: 1 ½ years or BSc in which Geography is  policy planners,
strongly represented plus a  school managers
Post Graduate Diploma in
Education, Graduate Diploma
in Education, Grad CE,
PGDTE. Equivalent
qualifications from a
recognized institutions will be
considered.

Master of Science Degree in • A good first degree or  Multimedia designer,

Educational Technologies. equivalent qualification from  Educational technology and E-
a recognized higher education learning Trainers
(MSc.EdTech) institution. OR  Technology coordinators
 E-learning technologist
(Programme Awarded By the • AGPA not less than 2.5 out  Online Tutors
University of Mauritius in of 4 or equivalent, from a
collaboration with BUSE) recognized higher education
institution (For International
Full Time: Online: 2 years
students).

• Programme (Specific)
Requirements

An applicant holding a
relevant Postgraduate
Diploma can apply to join
directly on the Masters level
and completed by taking
2courses (ILT6015-Multimedia
Animation Tools and ILT6017-
Digital Media in Education) +a
research project.

Target Audience

Educators from Primary,

Secondary, and Tertiary
Sectors, Supply and Support
Teachers, etc

DPhil/PhD Programmes
Applicants must have a  Researchers, Research
Full time: 3 years relevant Masters’ degree from Consultants,
a recognised institution  Higher Education Lecturers,
Part time: 4 years (intake is  Programme Advisors, Reviewers,
throughout the year)  Book writers.

FACULTY OF COMMERCE Phone/WhatsApp 0662107620

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Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Master of Science Degree in Five ‘O’ Level subjects  Economist

Economics (MScEcon) including English &  Policy analyst
Mathematics.  Development specialist
Weekend &Public Holidays:  Project Managers
A good first Degree in  Bankers and Industrial Experts
18 months (Classes in Harare) Economics, Development
Studies, Finance, Health or
their equivalent Candidates
can choose to specialize in:

i. Financial Economics
ii. Development Economics
iii. Health Economics
A Finance plan is available to
applicants who meet bank
requirements.

Master of Science Degree in Five ‘O’ Level subjects  Supply Chain Manager
Purchasing and Supply Chain including English &  Distribution Manager
Management (MScPSCM) Mathematics.  Warehouse Manager
 Operations Manager
Weekend & Public Holidays: A good first degree in  Production Planning and
Purchasing and Supply, Inventory Manager
18 months(Classes in Harare) Marketing, Logistics or their  Procurement Manager
equivalent.  Logistics Manager

Master of Science Degree in At least five ‘O’ Levels  Chief Executive Officers
Entrepreneurship & Innovation inclusive of Mathematics &  Managing Directors
English language.  Executive Directors
(MEI)
 Venture Capitalists
A good first Degree.
Weekend School: 18 months  R&D Managers.
Required Documents:
(Classes in Harare)
Certified copies of academic
Certificates and Transcripts:
Birth Certificate; National
Identification document; and
two letters of reference and a
Personal Statement

Masters in Business Leadership. a) A good Bachelor’s degree;  Chief Executive Officers

(MBL) b) Be at least 25 years of age;  Managing Directors
c) At least two years’ post  Chief Operating Officers
Weekend & Public Holidays: qualification relevant  General Managers in the
experience private sector , public sector and
2 years. (Classes in Harare)
non profitable organisations.

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 d) At least five ‘O’ Levels
inclusive of Mathematics
and English Language.

Required Documents:

Certified copies of academic

Certificates and Transcripts:
Birth Certificate; National
Identification document and
two letters of reference and a
Personal Statement

Master of Leadership and At least five ‘O’ Levels  Creates Employment opportunities
Corporate Governance Degree. inclusive of Mathematics and in the public sector, the private
(MLC) English Language. sector and NGOs.
 Managing Consultant
Weekend and Public Holiday A first Degree in Management
 Chief Executive Officer
School: Sciences and a minimum of 3
 Marketing Director
years management
18 months  Finance Director
experience.
 Operations Director and so on
(Classes in Harare) Mature entry requirements as  Graduates of the programme ca
follows: create employment opportunities
through the establishment on new
● Minimum 35 years ventures. Further, the programme
● Possession of a is a pathway to the Doctor of
Professional Qualification Philosophy
in Management
● Minimum 10 years
management experience

Master of Science in Marketing At least five ‘O’ Levels  Managing Directors

Degree (MSc. Mkt) inclusive of Mathematics &  Marketing Directors
English language. A good first  Digital Marketing Managers
Weekend and Public Holiday degree in Marketing,  Chief Operating Officers
School: 18 months (Classes in Information Technology,  General Managers in private,
Harare) Sports, Environmental  public sectors and non-profit
 Making organisations as well as
Management or their
sport-oriented organizations.
equivalent.

Candidates can choose to

specialize in:

i. Digital Marketing

ii. Green Marketing

iii. Sport Marketing

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Executive Master of Business At least five ‘O’ Levels  Chief Executive Officers
Leadership Degree. (EMB) inclusive of Mathematics and  Managing Directors
English Language. A first  Chief Operating Officers
Weekend and Public Holiday Degree in Management  General Managers in the Public
School: Sciences and minimum of 5 sector and non- profit oriented
18 months (Classes in Harare) years management organisations.
experience. Be at least 30  They will also be able to start new
years old. ventures and create employment
opportunities. Further, the Doctor of
Mature entry requirements as
Philosophy, offered by Bindura
follows:
University of Science Education and
● Be at least 40 years old. other universities.
● At least 10 years
management experience
● Possession of a
professional qualification
in management

Master of Commerce Degree in Applicants should possess a  Human Capital Executive/Business

Human Capital Management good First degree or Partner 2
equivalent with a pass level of  Human Capital Manager/Business
Weekend and Public Holiday 2.2 or better in Human Partner 1
School: Resource Management or  Human Capital Officer Training
Employment Relations or any Manager/Officer
other relevant qualification  Industrial Relations Officer
which the Department may  Payroll Administrator/Manager/
(1½ years) NEW PROGRAMME) deem appropriate. Working Officer
experience would be an  Lecturer
added advantage.  Researcher
 Trainer/Facilitator
Special Entry: An applicant
 Business Consultancy
who does not meet normal
 HR Analyst
entry requirements may,
subject to the approval of
the senate, be admitted into
a programme on special
grounds.
Master of Science Degree in Forensic An Honours degree in  Industrial experts
Accounting and Auditing Accountancy, Police and  Financial Investigators
Weekend and Public Holiday Security Studies, Financial  Forensic Accountants
School: Intelligence, LLB, Auditing,  Computer Forensic
Banking and Finance, Asset  Specialists
Risk Management and /or its  Tax Examiners
equivalence.  Auditors
(1½ years) (NEW PROGRAMME) Special Entry:
 Academics
An NQF- level 8 related
Accounting professional
qualification.

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Master of Science Degree in Policing Admission shall be open to  Industrial experts
and Security Management First degree holders in Police  Risk or Loss Control
and Security Studies,  Managers,
Weekend and Public Holiday Intelligence and Security,  Security Managers,
School: Criminology, War and  Crime Investigations
Strategic Studies,  Managers,
Correctional Science, or any  As well as to assume various
equivalent qualification from
(1½ years) (NEW PROGRAMME)  leadership roles in the
a recognized institution.
 Police, Military and other
 Security arms of the State.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES Phone/WhatsApp 0662106427

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Master of Science Degree in A relevant first Degree from a  International Organisations

International Relations. (MSc.IR) recognized University and 5  Intergovernmental Organisations
‘O’ Level subjects including like UN, AU,SADC.
Block Release 1 ½years English Language with a Grade
C or better  Foreign Affairs Departments
(Classes in Harare)  Diplomacy,
 Government Ministries,
 Constitutional Commissions
 Local and International NGOs
 Research Institutes
 Lectureship
 Independent Consultancy
 Public Policy Analysts
 Public Management and
Administration in both
Government and
non-Governmental Institutions.

Master of Science Degree in Peace A relevant first Degree from a  International Organisations
and Governance. (MSc.PG) recognized University and 5  Intergovernmental Organisations
‘O’ Level subjects including like UN, AU,SADC.
English Language with a Grade
C or better  Foreign Affairs Departments
Block Release. 1 ½ years  Diplomacy,
 Government Ministries,
(Classes in Harare)  Constitutional Commissions
 Local and International NGOs
 Research Institutes
 Lectureship
 Independent Consultancy
 Public Policy Analysts
 Public Management and
Administration in both
Government and non-
Governmental Institutions.

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Department of Communication Must have ‘O’ Levels including  Consultancy
Science. a credit in English Language.  Academia
 Philanthropic and NGO sectors
MPhil First degree or equivalent  Foreign Service
2 years Full Time qualification class should be a  Civil Service
3 Years Part- Time minimum of 2.1 or a 2.2 with  Industry Business boards
a minimum of some 2 years  Advocacy
working exposure in the  Cinema / Filmmaking
DPhil sector. This is an  Global media firms
3 Years Full Time  Executive Commissioners
interdisciplinary space that is
4 Years Part – Time emerging. Each applicant is
treated individually and such
assessment may lead to
recommendations for taking
particular directed courses in
the media, communication,
Global South, oramedia,
journalism, corporate
communications, public
relations and intersection of
politics, technology, media
and international relations.
The department is building an
expensive research ecosystem
and currently hosts the
UNESCO Chair in
Communication for
Sustainable Development.

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Phone 0662106134

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

Master of Science Degree in Food At least five ‘O’ Levels Typical job titles for graduates from this
Security and Sustainable inclusive of Mathematics and programme include ;
Agricultural Production. (MSc.FSPr) English Language.
 Consultants and Project Managers
Block Release: 2 years  An Honours Degree in for International Organisations
Agriculture, Crop  Banks
(August intake) Science, Biological  Government Departments and
Sciences, Agronomy,  National Agencies
(Bindura) horticulture, Animal  Non-Governmental Organisations
Science, Animal Health, (NGOs), research institutes
Food Science, Nutrition,  academia
Forestry or equivalent.  commercial companies across the
world
 and various organs of the United
Nations including the Food and
Agriculture Organisation (FAO).

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Master of Science Degree in Food At least five ‘O’ Levels Typical job titles for graduates from this
Security and Sustainable Agricultural inclusive of Mathematics and programme include;
Policy (MSc.FSPo) English Language.
 Consultants
Block Release: 2 years An Honour’s Bachelor’s  Policy Analysts and Project
(August intake) Degree Candidates with at Managers for International
(Bindura) least 2 years of relevant Organisations
working experience with a  Banks
 Government departments and
pass will also be considered.
National agencies
 Non-Governmental Organisations
(NGOs), Research Institutes
 Academia
 Commercial companies across the
world and
 various organs of the United
Nations including the Food and
Agriculture Organisation (FAO).

Master of Science Degree in At least five ‘O’ Levels Graduates may pursue, among others,
Agroforestry (MSc. Agroforestry) inclusive of Mathematics and
English Language. jobs in;
Block Release: 2 years
 An Honours Bachelor’s  Government,
(August intake) (Bindura) degree in any of the  Non-Governmental Organisations,
following fields:  Private Sector, and Local
Agriculture, Forestry,  and International Forestry
Environmental Science,  Research Institutions.
Geography, Biology,
Natural Resources Typical posts for these graduates
Management or any other Include;
relevant degree
 Forest Managers
 Recognition criteria for
 Environmental Managers
foreign credentials of
 Plantation Foresters
international students as
articulated in the  Planning foresters
Zimbabwe National  Researchers
Qualification Framework  Ecologists
 Consultants
 Technicians and Entrepreneurs.
Master of Science in Occupational An Honours Degree in Graduates of the (MScOHSEM)
Health, Safety and Environmental Environmental Science or
Management. (MSc OHSEM) programme may join various
related Degree including
Block Release 18 Months Environmental Health, OR organizations including:

(Bindura/Harare Class) A post Graduate Diploma in  healthcare

Safety, Health and  local authorities
Environmental Management or  regulatory bodies
related field obtained in not  consultancy
less than a year’s duration  research
 and academia to work as OHS
 professionals
 safety officers
 safety engineers

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  occupational hygienists
 ergonomists
 occupational health nurses
 safety advisors and health and
 safety managers, locally and
abroad.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Phone/WhatsApp 0719528680

Programme Entry Requirements Career Prospects

MSc Analytical Chemistry Normal Entry: BSc Honours Chemistry • Analytical Chemist:
(MSc ACH) • Quality
Block Release: 2 years Control/Assurance
Specialist
• Research and
Development
Scientist
• Environmental
Analyst:
• Instrumentation
Specialist
• Teaching and
Academia
Master of Science in Physical BSc Honours Chemistry, Chemical Technology, • Research Scientist
Chemistry. Chemical Engineering, Material Science • Industrial Chemist
(MSc PCH) • Analytical Chemist
Block Release: 2 years • Materials Scientist
• Quality
Control/Assurance
Specialist
• Teaching and
Academia
Master of Science Degree in Have 5 passes at O-Level including English Careers in the data science
Data Science Analytics and Language and Mathematics or their equivalents. domain:
Management  Data scientists, data
A first degree or its international equivalence in engineers, data
Block Release (11/2 years) (NEW quantitative undergraduate degree analysts etc.
PROGRAMME)  Data scientists are in
programmes such as: accounting, economics, great demand across
financial engineering, computer science, industry, including
finance, investment
network engineering, Actuarial science,
management, banks,
statistics and financial mathematics, retail, marketing,
mathematics etc. social science,
development and research,
medicine, internet
online service
companies and
government

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Master of Science Degree in Normal Entry: An Honours Degree in the following  Disaster recovery
Disaster Risk Management. areas of study: Disaster Management, managers
(MSc.DRM) Development Studies, Geography, Biology,  Environmental
Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Social managers
Duration is 11/2years August Sciences or any relevant degree with at least a 2.2  Safety specialists
Intake only  Sustainable
grade or better and a strong Geography
consultants
background.  Operation Manager
 Border Patrol Agents
Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours
Degree may be considered for the programme if
they have at least two years relevant experience.
Must have passes in ‘O’ Level English and
Mathematics.

Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25 years

and above and have passed Ordinary Level English
and Mathematics. Two or more years of working
experience in a related field is a must.

Master of Science Degree in Normal Entry: An Honours Degree in the  Development agents
Sustainable Development. following areas of study: Development Studies,  Development
(MSc.SD) Geography, Local Governance, Natural Resources practitioners
Management, Agriculture, Human Resources,  Environmentalist
Duration is 11/2 years Environmental Science, Social Sciences or any  Policy makers
August Intake Only  Urban planners
relevant degree with at least a 2.2 grade or
 Rural planners and
better.
developers
 Project managers
Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours
 Monitoring and
Degree may be considered for the programme if evaluation officers
they have at least two years relevant working  Water resources
experience. managers
 Disaster
Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25 years management officers
and above and have passed Ordinary Level English
and Mathematics. Two or more years of working
experience in a related field is a must.

Postgraduate Diploma in 'O' Level Mathematics with a Grade C or better and  Job prospects in
Infection Prevention and a Science Subject. A Diploma/Degree in Nursing , Government, Non-
Control. (PGDIPC) Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory governmental
Sciences, Environmental Health, Pharmacy, Organizations,
Block Release: 2 years Private sector, Local
Occupational Health, Physiotherapy or any other
and International
health related discipline. At least two (2) years Research and
clinical experience, a current practicing Training Institutions
certificate from respective Health Professions  IPC programme
Council and proof of permission to study from officers
respective facility management. Applicants must  IPC consultants
be computer literate and Basic IPC training will be and/or advisors
an added advantage. Participants must have a
Senior Member of their health facility (or with

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supervisor for their projects and log books.

Visit [email protected] for more information.

Master of Science Degree in At least 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English • Lecturers
Biodiversity Conservation. Language, Mathematics and a science subject with • Ecologists
(MScBC) a grade C or better. A BSc Honours Degree in • Environmental
Biological Sciences or Environmental Sciences or Consultant
Block Release /Weekend school: any other relevant Degree. Applicants without an • Conservation
2 years Honours Degree or with a Pass will be considered Scientist
if they have at least two years relevant • Wildlife Biologist
experience. • Biodiversity
Conservation
• Research Fellow
• Research Scientist
• Policy Advisor/Advocate
MSc Climate Change and Normal Entry: Applicants must be in possession of • EMA Officer
Sustainable Development a relevant Honours Degree with at least 2.2 degree • National Parks &
(MSc.CCSD) classification. Wildlife
Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Officer
Block Release: 1 ½ years Degree may be considered for the programme if • National Archives
they have at least two years relevant working Officer
experience. • Tourism &
Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25 years Hospitality
and above and have passed Ordinary Level English industry officer
and Mathematics. Two or more years of working • NGO Field Officer
experience in a related field is a must • Climate Change
Consultancy officer
• MET Officer
• Climate Change
Management Officer
• Civil Protection
Departmental
Officer
• Curator
Master of Science Degree in Normal Entry: An Honours Degree in the • EMA Officer
Natural Resources following areas of study: Disaster Management, • Forestry Officer
Management and Development Studies, Geography, Biology, National Parks &
Environmental Sustainability Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Social Wildlife Officer
(MScNME) Sciences or any relevant degree with a strong • National Archives
Block Release: 1 ½ years geography background. Officer
Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours • Tourism& Hospitality
Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be industry officer
considered for the programme if they have at least • NGO Field Officer
two years relevant experience. • Consultancy officer
Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and • MET Officer
above and have passed Ordinary Level English and • Climate Change
Management

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 Mathematics. Two or more years of working Department Officer
experience in a related field is a must. • Curator
Executive Sports Management At least five (5) subjects at Ordinary Level  Fitness Trainers;
Development Programme. including English Language or their equivalent or a Sports Nutritionists
(Dip.SMDP) traceable record of elite sport participation or at  Sports Managers;
least two years of sport managerial experience. Sports Marketers
1 year  Sports Facilities
Managers
 Sports
Entrepreneurs.
Master of Science in Sports At least a Sport Related Bachelor of Science • Exercise Physiologists
Management (MScSM) Honours Degree with a 2.2 grade or better or a •Academic Researchers
Sport-Related Bachelor of Science Honours •Kinesiologists
Block Release: 1 ½ years Degrees with passes lower than 2.2 and least two •Biomechanics Practitioners
years relevant post qualification experience or •Physiotherapists; Sport
Sports technical qualifications equivalent to an Psychologists
Honours Degree and least two years relevant post •Fitness Trainers; Sports
qualification experience. Nutritionists
Holders of relevant Bachelor of Science General •Sports Managers; Sports
Degrees with at least two years relevant post Marketers
qualification experience may be considered after •Sports Facilities Managers
passing a qualifying examination to determine •Sports Entrepreneurs.
their suitability for the programme.
Master of Science in Sports At least a Sport-Related Bachelor of Science  University
Science. (MScSS) Honours Degree or a Sport-Related Bachelor of Researcher.
Science Honours Degrees with passes lower than  Exercise
Block Release: 1 ½ years 2.2 and least two years relevant post qualification Physiologist.
experience or Sports technical qualifications  University
equivalent to an Honours Degree and least two Academics.
years relevant post qualification experience.  Sport Scientist.
Holders of relevant Bachelor of Science General  Kinesiologist.
Degrees with at least two years relevant post  Biomechanisist.
qualification experience may be considered after  Sports Coach.
passing a qualifying examination to determine
 Sport Analyst.
their suitability for the programme.
Master of Science in Applied BSc Honours Degree in any of the following • Lecturers
Microbiology and Plant disciplines: Biological Sciences, Agriculture, • Research Fellows
Pathology (MScMPP) Environmental Sciences, Crop Science, Applied • Plant Pathologist
Biology and Biochemistry • Agricultural
Block Release: 2 years Consultant
Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, Crop • Extension Specialist
Science and any other relevant degree with at • Biosecurity Educator
least a 2.2 or equivalent from recognized • Scientific Researcher
institutions • Forestry Commission
• Pharmaceutical
• Plant and Disease
Diagnostician
• Regulatory Affairs
Specialist
• Vet Research
•Fermentation Industry

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How to Apply

Visit the BUSE WEBSITE and apply through Online (apply.buse.ac.zw) or deposit your application form
at the following campuses:

HARARE CAMPUS
51 Kelvin Road North next to Nash Paints
Graniteside, Harare
Tel: 263 773092838 or 263 776012186

BINDURA MAIN CAMPUS

741 Chimurenga Road
Off Trojan Road
Bindura
Tel: 263 773092838 or 263 776012186

You can also download the application form on http://www.buse.ac.zw and send it through the
following address:

Assistant Registrar-Admissions
Student Records and Registration
Bindura University of Science Education
P. Bag 1020
BINDURA
Tel: 263 772700870 or 263 77289988

Note: Application fee for Undergraduate programmes (USD$10.00), Postgraduate programmes

(USD$20.00) & DPhil Programmes (USD$50.00) respectively or ZiG equivalent at the prevailing interbank
rate.

 All applications should be accompanied by certified copies of ‘O’, ‘A’ Level certificates or results
slip,
 Birth Certificate, National I.D, academic/professional transcripts and certificates.

Bank Details: ZB
Account name: Bindura University of Science Education.
Account Number: 4536743766-200 (ZIG) or
4536743766-405 (Nostro)
Branch: Bindura

Bank Details: CBZ

Account name: Bindura University of Science Education.
Account Number: 6626 0902130074
Branch: Bindura

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Bank Name: ECO Bank Zimbabwe
Branch: Bindura
Account Type: FCA Nostro
Account Number: 5783600007547
Swift Code: ECOCZWHX

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