MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE JANUARY 2016 INTAKE Applications are invited for admission to the following programmes at the Midlands State University for the January 2016 Intake. Applicants are advised to visit our website, www.msu.ac.zw or contact the Admissions Office for entry requirements to various programmes. Please note that applicants must hold at least 5 ‘O’ level passes at grade C or better, including English Language in addition to the specified ‘A’ level subjects or diplomas. A.UNDERGRADUATE CONVENTIONAL/PARALLEL HONOURS DEGREE PROGRAMMES. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (‘A’) LEVEL SUBJECTS) DEGREE PROGRAMMES Faculty of Arts (B A Hons degree) 1 English and Communication – 4 years 2.African Languages and Culture – 4 years 3.Development Studies – 4 years 4.History – 4 years English Literature and any Arts/Humanities Shona /Ndebele and any Arts/Humanities History, Arts/Humanities plus ‘O’ level Maths History, Arts/Humanities History, Arts/Humanities plus ‘O’ level Maths Divinity, and any Arts/Humanities Any two ‘A’ level passes French, any two ‘A’ level passes/equivalent 5.Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies - 4 years 6.Theology and Religious Studies - 4 years 7.Film and Theatre Arts – 4 years 8.French – 4 years Faculty of Commerce (B Comm. Hons degree) 1.Accounting – 4 years 2.Economics – 4 years 3.Business Management – 4 years 4.Tourism and Hospitality Mgt – 4 years Accounting, plus Commercials. Any 2 ‘A’ levels.(‘O’ level Maths & English) Management of Business, plus Commercials Any 2 ‘A’ levels with commercials being added advantage Management of Business, plus Commercials Any Commercials (‘O’ level Maths) Commercials plus (‘O’ level Maths) 5.Marketing Management – 4 years 6.Banking and Finance – 4 years 7.Insurance and Risk Management – 4 years 8.Retail and Logistics Management – 4 years Faculty of Social Sciences (BSc Hons degree) 1.Geography and Environmental Studies – 4 yrs 2.Media and Society Studies – 4 years 3.Human Resource Management – 4 years 4.Music and Musicology – 4 years 5.Local Governance – 4 years 6.Psychology – 4 years 7.Politics and Public Management - 4 years 8.Peace Studies – 4 years Any 2 ‘A’ levels in any subjects. Geography, Economics, Humanities, ‘O’level Maths English Literature, History, and Humanities Management of Business, + any Humanities Music, Art, Arts or Humanities. Commercials, Sciences or Humanities. Humanities/Arts + ‘O’ level Biology & Maths History, Arts/Humanities Arts/Humanities Faculty of Law (LLB Hons degree) Law - 5 years Faculty of Science and Technology (BSc Hons degree) 1.Surveying and Geometics – 5 years 2.Mathematics – 4 years 3.Applied Statistics – 4 years 4.Applied Biosciences and Biotechnology – 4 years 5.Applied Physics and Instrumentation– 4 years 6.Chemical Technology – 4 years 7.Food Science and Nutrition – 4 years 8.Computer Science – 4 years 9.Information Systems – 4 years 10.Telecommunications - 4 years English Literature/History, Arts/Humanities. Mathematics, Physics, and any Sciences. Mathematics, and any Sciences or Commercials. Mathematics, and any Sciences or Commercials. Biology, and any Sciences. Physics, and any Sciences. Chemistry, and any Sciences. Chemistry, Biology, and any Sciences. Mathematics, Physics, and any Sciences. Mathematics, and any Commercials, Mathematics, Physics, and any Sciences. 1 Faculty of Natural Resources Management and Agriculture, (NRMA) (B Sc Hons degree). 1.Horticulture – 4 years 2.Crop Production and Horticulture – 4 years 3.Agronomy – 4 years 4.Animal and Wildlife Sciences - 4yrs 5.Land and Water Resources Mgt – 4 years 6.Agricultural Economics and Development – 4yrs Biology/Agriculture, and any Sciences Biology/Agriculture, and any Sciences Biology/Agriculture, and any Sciences Biology, Chemistry, and any Sciences Biology/Agriculture and any Sciences Commercials/ Agriculture and any relevant subject (A relevant Diploma is acceptable under NRMA. Students with any ‘A’ level subjects and good passes in ‘O’ level Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science and Mathematics may be considered) Faculty of Education. (B ED Hons degree) – 4 years Subjects on offer are: Accounting; Mathematics; Economics; English; Geography; Fashion and Textiles; At least 2 ‘A’ levels in relevant subjects. History; Chemistry; Biology; Management of Business; Religious Studies and African Languages. B. VISITING SCHOOL (BLOCK RELEASE). FACULTY OF ARTS. 1. B A (Hons) in Development Studies. – 3 years. 2. B A (Hons) in Theology and Religious Studies – 3 years. 3. B A (Hons) in English and Communication – 3 years Applicants for 1, 2 and 3 must be holders of a Diploma, HND or related qualification in any of the above disciplines. FACULTY OF COMMERCE 1. B Comm. Accounting (Hons) –3 years. 2. B Comm. Business Management (Hons) – 3 years. 3. B Comm. Marketing Management (Hons) - 3 years. 4. B Comm. Insurance and Risk Management (Hons) - 3 years. Applicants for 1 - 4 must; Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics. Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines. Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines. Have at least two years working experience after attainment of a Diploma or Higher Diploma. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. 5. B Comm. Economics (Hons) - 3 years. Applicants must have any of the following; Diploma in Statistics/Education. Institute of Bankers Diploma. HND/ND in Businesses Studies/Accountancy/ Purchasing and Supply/Marketing/Computers. Institute of Administration & Commerce (IAC) Diploma. Institute of Personnel Management of Zimbabwe (IPMZ). Diploma from the Institute of Real Estate. Institute of Marketing Management (IMM) Diploma. Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM). Or ‘A’ level passes plus Proof of Employment. 6. B Comm. Banking and Finance (Hons) – 3 years. Applicants must have any of the following; Diploma in Banking and/or Finance from any recognized institution. Institute of Bankers in Zimbabwe (IOBZ Diploma). 2 - HND/ND In Business Studies or Accountancy or Computers. HND/ND in Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC). Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM). Diploma from the Institute of Real Estate Agents. Diploma in Education or in Mathematics or in Statistics. OR ‘A’ level passes. At least two years work experience in relevant field and submit proof of employment. 7. B Comm. Retail and Logistics Management (Hons) – 3 years Applicants must have any of the following: Diploma of Institute of Bankers HND/ND in Business Studies HND/ND in Accountancy HND/ND in Purchasing Management Diploma in Education HND/ND in Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC) Institute of Personnel Management Zimbabwe (IPMZ Diploma) Diplomas of the Institute of Real Estate Management Diploma in Business Administration (ZIM). OR passes in any two ‘A’ level subjects At least two years work experience in relevant field and submit proof of employment 8. B Comm. Tourism and Hospitality Management (Hons) – 3 years. Applicants must have: - Diploma in Tourism or related fields. NB: Block dates start first week of January 2016. FACULTY OF EDUCATION. 1. Diploma in Adult Education (2 years- Block Release OR 1year - Full- Time). Applicants must have 5 ‘O’ level subjects including English at grade C or better. 2. Bachelor of Adult Education Degree (3 years-Block Release). Applicants must have any of the following entry requirements; - 5 ‘O’ level subjects including English and 2 ‘A’ level subjects. - A Diploma in any of the following, Adult Education, Education, Health Education and Agriculture with relevant foundation courses. 3. Bachelor of Education Degree (2 years-Conventional). Subjects on offer are: Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, English, Geography, Fashion and Textiles, History, Chemistry, Biology, Management of Business, Food Science and Nutrition, African Languages. 4. Bachelor of Education Degree (3 years – Block Release). Subjects on offer are: Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, English, Geography, Fashion and Textiles, History, Management of Business, African Languages, Chemistry and Biology. For both the 3 year & 2 year programmes, applicants must have the following:- A teaching qualification approved by the University. - Normally be employed as a full-time teacher/administrator in an approved school/college. - An ‘A’ Level pass in the proposed teaching subject will be an added advantage. 5. Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education (3 years -Block Release, OR 2 years -Full Time). Have at least 5’O’ level subjects including English Language. Applicants should have a Certificate/Diploma in ECD or Infant Education or its equivalent. Normally be employed as a full time teacher/administrator in an approved school/college. 6. Bachelor of Education Degree – Computer Science (2 years –Full Time OR 3 years -Block Release). Applicants must have any of the following entry requirements; - Diploma in Education with Computer Studies as main subject. - Teachers who have majored in relevant subjects (Mathematics or Sciences) at teachers’ colleges. - Trained teachers who have passed Science and Mathematics at ‘O’ level at grade C or better. - Trained teachers who have undergone recognised professional development training, such as World Links for Development phases 1 and 2 training, ICDL, HEXCO Certificate/Diploma in Computer Studies, or any other computer training that the department finds to be relevant. 3 7. Bachelor of Education in Primary Education (3 years – Block Release). Applicants must:- Have a teaching qualification approved by the University. - Normally be employed as a full-time teacher/administrator in an approved school/college. 8. Bachelor of Education in Management and Leadership (3 years – Block Release). - Applicants must have a relevant teaching diploma from a recognised institution. - Have at least 5’O’ level subjects including English Language. - Normally be employed as a full time teacher/administrator in an approved school/college. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES 1. B Sc Media and Society Studies (Hons) – 3 years. 2. B Sc Local Governance Studies (Hons) –3 years. 3. B Sc Human Resource Management (Hons) – 3 years. 4. B Sc Psychology (Hons) – 3 years. 5. B Sc Music and Musicology – 3 years. 6. B Sc Politics and Public Management – 3 years Applicants for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 must have; Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics. Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines. Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines. Have at least two years working experience after attainment of a Diploma or Higher Diploma. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 1. B Sc Information Systems (Hons) Degree Visiting School – 3 years. Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics. Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification. Be employed in a field related to the above disciplines. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. 2. B Sc Telecommunications (Hons) Degree-Visiting School – 3 years A pass at ‘A’ Level in at least two of the following subjects or their equivalents. Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science/Studies. And at least two years working experience in the relevant fields (Proof of employment is required). OR A national Diploma (HEXCO) or City and Guilds Diploma in Telecommunications, Radio and Radar, Applied Physics, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Studies or equivalent qualifications. And at least two years working experience in the relevant fields (Proof of employment required). 3. B Sc Food Science and Nutrition (Hons) Degree Visiting School – 3 years. Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language, Mathematics and Sciences. Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification. Be employed in a related field. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. 4. B Sc Chemical Technology (Hons) Degree Visiting School – 3 years. Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language, Mathematics and Sciences. Be holders of a Diploma, or HND or any related qualification. Be employed in a related field. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. 5. B Sc Applied Statistics (Hons) Degree Visiting School – 3 years. Have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics. Be holders of a Diploma in Education majoring in Mathematics, or a Diploma in Statistics or any related field. Be employed in a related field. Submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. 6. B Sc Applied Physics and Instrumentation (Hons) Degree Visiting School – 3 years. 4 - A pass at ‘A’ level in at least two of the following subjects or their equivalents; Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science/Chemistry. And at least two years working experience in the relevant field (proof of employment required) OR A National Diploma (HEXCO) or city and Guilds Diploma in Instrumentation and control, Applied Science /Metrology/Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or equivalent qualification and at least two years working experience in the relevant field (proof of employment required). FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND AGRICULTURE 1. B Sc. NRMA Agronomy (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 2. B Sc. NRMA Horticulture (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 3. B Sc. NRMA Land and Water Resources Management (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 4. B Sc. NRMA Agricultural Economics and Development (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 5. B Sc. NRMA Animal and Wildlife Sciences (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 6. B Sc. NRMA Crop Production and Horticulture (Hons) Degree - Visiting School - 3 years. 7. B Sc. NRMA Natural Resources Management (General) (Hons) Degree – Visiting School – 3 years. Applicants must have: - at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics. - a Diploma/Higher National Diploma or any related qualification in any of the above disciplines. - be employed in a field related to the above disciplines. - have at least two years working experience after attainment of a Diploma or Higher Diploma. - submit confirmation letter of employment from the employer. C. POST GRADUATE DEGREES AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES. FACULTY OF ARTS. 1. Master of Arts in Development Studies – (1½ years). Applicants should have an Honours degree in History and Development Studies, Economic History or related field. 2. Master of Arts in African History – (1½ years) Applicants should have a good Honours Degree in History/ and Development Studies and Economic History. 3. Post Graduate Diploma in Development Studies - Block- release (1½ years) Applicants must have any first degree. 4. Master of Arts in African Languages and Culture – (1½ years) Applicants should have an Honours Degree in African Languages and Culture, English, Cultural Studies, Development Studies, Linguistics or any related field. 5. Master of Arts in African and Diasporian Literature – (1½ years) Applicants should have a good Honours Degree in English and Communication or related field. 6. Master of Arts in Applied English Linguistics – (1½ years) Applicants should have a good Honours Degree in English and Communication or related fields. 7. Master of Arts in Archaeology – (2 years) 8. Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Studies – (2 years) 9. Master of Arts in Museum Studies – (2 years) For 7, 8 and 9 Applicants must have one of the following or equivalent: - BA (Hons) in Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies. - BA (Hons) in History - BA (Special Hons) in History FACULTY OF COMMERCE 1. Master of Commerce, Accounting – (1½ years). Applicants should have an Honours degree with specialization in Accounting with a degree class of 2.1 or better, and confirmation of employment from the employer. Three years post working experience in relevant fields is required. 5 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Master of Banking and Finance – (2 years). Applicants should have an Honours degree in Banking and Finance, Economics, Accounting or their equivalent. Other four year undergraduate degrees can be considered provided that (i) the applicant has at least 3 years practical experience in Banking and Finance and (ii) the applicant has over and above the degree, a full diploma in Banking and Finance. Master of Commerce, Economics – (2 years). Applicants should have an Honours degree with a specialization in Economics. Master of Commerce, Strategic Management and Corporate Governance – (2 years). Applicants should have an Honours degree in Management, Accounting, Human Resources Management and or any other degree plus an appropriate professional qualification approved by the Department. Master of Commerce, Marketing Strategy – (1½ years). Applicants should have a good Honours degree (1st or upper second) in Marketing, Business Management or their equivalents or any other degree plus an appropriate professional qualification (e.g. IMM, CIMA). Master of Commerce in Tourism and Hospitality Management – (2 years). Applicants should have an Honours degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management or equivalent from a recognised University. NB: Block dates start first week of January 2016. FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 1. Master of Science in Ecological Resources Management - Block Release (2 years). Applicants must be holders of an Honours degree in Biology or related disciplines. 2. Master of Science in Material Physics – Block Release (2 years) Applicants must be holders of an Honours degree in Physics, Applied Physics or any other Material Science related degree. 3. Master of Science in Materials Chemistry – Block Release (2 years) Applicants must be holders of an Honours degree in Chemistry, Chemical technology or any other Material Science related degree. 4. Master of Science in Information Systems Management – Block Release (2 years). Applicants must be holders of an Honours degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or any relevant qualification with a strong programming background. 5. Master of Science in Biostatistics and Epidemiology – Block Release (2 years) Applicants must be holders of an Honours degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations or any other Biostatistics and Epidemiology related degree. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES. 1. Post Graduate Diploma in Media and Society Studies. - Block Release (1 year). Applicants must be holders of any first degree. 2. Post Graduate Diploma in Safety, Health and Environmental Management. Block Release (1½ years). Applicants must; - have at least 5 ‘O’ level passes including English and Mathematics. - have a good first degree in appropriate fields such as Geography and Environmental Studies, Biology or Health Sciences. 3. Master of Science in International Affairs. Block Release (1½ years). Applicants must be holders of a good Honours degree in History and International Studies or any related fields. 4 Master of Science in Community Psychology. Block Release (2 years). Applicants must be holders of a good Honours degree in Psychology. 5. Master of Science in Safety, Health and Environmental Management. Block Release (1½ years). Applicants must be holders of a good Honours degree in Geography and /or Environmental Sciences. 6 6. Master of Science in Student Affairs Management - Block Release (1½ years) Applicants must have a good first degree in Psychology. OR A first degree in other relevant area plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Student Management. FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND AGRICULTURE 1. Master of Science in Crop Protection – Block Release (2 years) Applicants should have an Honours degree in Agronomy; Horticulture; Crop Science or related fields from a recognised University. FACULTY OF EDUCATION 1. Post Graduate Diploma in Education – (PGDE) 1 year – Full-Time/2 yrs Block-Release. Applicants should hold a good first degree in a school curriculum subject area. 2. Master of Education degree – Block Release (2 years). Options on offer are: - Educational Psychology; Educational Management; Curriculum Studies Applicants should hold a Bachelor of Education degree or an approved equivalent. 3. Master of Adult Education degree – Block Release (2 years). Applicants should have a Bachelor of Adult Education degree or an approved equivalent. 4. Master of Education degree – (1½ years Full-Time or 2 years Block Release) Subject options on offer: Mathematics and Fashion and Textiles. Applicants should have obtained a B. Ed. Degree in Mathematics or Fashion and Textiles or approved equivalent from a recognized university, OR Have obtained a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education or approved equivalent from recognized university. D. SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROGRAMME The Science Foundation Programme is based on the realization that there are students with a passion for Science who intend to pursue Science and Technology degree programmes but are prevented from doing so by prohibitive personal circumstances compounded by shortages of Science teachers and lack of or poorly equipped laboratories at schools. Despite their passion for Science and Technology degree programmes, such students lack the traditional requirements for normal university entry. Furthermore, the Science Foundation Programme allows students to obtain entry requirements for Science and Technology degrees in one year instead of the traditional two years, which translates into money and time saved. Overall, the Science Foundation Programme is an affordable, convenient and shorter alternative entry route to the Science and Technology degrees. Entry Requirements You qualify for acceptance into the Science Foundation Programme, if you have a passion for Sciences and you also have: 1) (a) attempted ‘A’ level sciences but scored at most one E. OR (b) attempted Matriculation with Science & Mathematics specialization but did not get University entry grades OR 2) Five ‘O’ levels including English & Mathematics, and any one of the following Science Subjects (Biology, Food & Nutrition, Physics, Chemistry/Physical Science, and Integrated Science). E. AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (ASFP) – 1 YEAR The ASFP aims at contributing towards national and regional socio- economic development through capacity building by providing opportunities for the disadvantaged candidates who aspire to pursue agricultural and related degrees. The ASFP allows students to obtain requirements for entry into agricultural sciences or biological 7 science related degrees and at the same time, enabling them to successfully sit for public ‘A’ Level examinations if they so wish. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS To qualify for entry into the ASFP, a candidate must have attempted “A” Level OR Have passed at least five “O” Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics and one of the following Science subjects: Biology, Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Science or Integrated Science or their equivalents. OR Be a holder of a National Certificate in Agriculture, Biotechnology, Forestry, Horticulture, Wild Life Management, Home Economics or any other relevant programme and five “O” Levels including Mathematics and English Language. ...................................................................................................................................................................... MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY M GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP A member of the AABS 1. Masters in Business Administration – Block Release (2 years) Entry Requirements. Be at least 25 years of age. Be a holder of at least a second class degree or its equivalent awarded by Midlands State University or any other recognized institution. Have at least (2) years of relevant experience. Provide two references from reputable people certifying their ability and suitability to undertake the programme successfully. Submit a statement of purpose, stating why they would like to pursue the MBA programme. 2. Executive MBA (EMBA) – Block Release (18 months) Entry requirements. Be at least 40 years of age. Be an Executive of their own business or has been a manager for at least ten (10) years. Be a holder of at least a second class degree or its equivalent awarded by Midlands State University or any other recognized institution. A holder of a third class degree or its equivalent may be admitted only after providing evidence of academic maturity in the desired field of study as shall be judged by Faculty Post Graduate Studies Committee The above degree programmes are accredited with the Association of African Business Schools (AABS), therefore are internationally recognised. .................................................................................................................................................................. 8 FACULTY OF ARTS DEPARTMENT OF AFRICAN LANGUAGES & CULTURE BA (Hon) Degree in African Languages & Culture (Nambya/Kalanga/Sotho/Ndebele/Shona) Duration: 4 years-Full time OR 3 years-Block Release. Entry requirements: 5 ‘O’ Levels including English Language and an African Language. AND At least 2 ‘A’ Level passes including an African Language. OR Must be first language speakers of either Nambya or Kalanga or Sotho and have 2 ‘A’ Level passes, including an African Language. OR Must be first language speakers of either Nambya or Kalanga or Sotho and have 2 ‘A’ Level passes in any humanities subjects. OR Applicants without 2 ‘A’ Levels but are holders of 5 ‘O’ Levels or their equivalent including English language and an African language and are at least 25 years of age (Males) and 23 years of age (Females) are strongly encouraged to apply. NB. The 3 year Block Release programme is suitable for applicants who are holders of teaching diplomas and are currently in employment. It is offered during school holidays. HOW TO APPLY : FOR ALL PROGRAMMES Complete an official application form, which can be obtained from the Admissions Office at Midlands State University upon payment of US$20 for Zimbabwean applicants and US$50 for foreign applicants in the normal application category. Application forms can also be downloaded from this website, (www.msu.ac.zw ). The completed form should be accompanied by an original deposit slip of the Application fee (US$20) or by a receipt from the Bursar’s Department (MSU). The Application fee should be deposited in the University’s ZB BANK ACCOUNT 4575486039200 OR CBZ ACCOUNT 01820772520046 Branch Sort Code – 6508, Swift Code – COBZZWHA (Indicate the code 101 on the deposit slip for application fee). Applicants may alternatively send their money by registered mail. Cheques, Telegraphic Transfers and money orders will not be accepted. Application forms should be directed to: Director, Admissions, Registration and Student Statistics Office, Midlands State University, P Bag 9055, GWERU. Application forms must be accompanied with certified copies of Educational Certificates, Birth and National Identity Certificates. NB. Midlands State University does not have third parties who sell application forms around the country on its behalf. For further details, please contact Admissions Office on 054-260404/260496/260568. The closing date for receipt of application forms is 6 November 2015. 9