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University of Zambia, UNZA Admission Requirements 2022/2023: University of Zambia, UNZA Courses and their general entry requirements for admission intake – www.unza.zm.
UNZA Admission Requirements
The management of the University of Zambia, UNZA has published the updated list of courses and their entry requirements for admission-intake into 2022/2023 Academic session/year into Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programme in the institution.
School of Natural Sciences
| Subject | Points | OR | Subject | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better | English Language | 6 or better | |
| Mathematics | 4 or better | Mathematics | 4 or better | |
| Biology/Agric. Science | 6 or better | Biology/Agric. Science | 6 or better | |
| Chemistry | 6 or better | Physical Sciences | 6 or better | |
| Physics. UNZA Admission Requirements | 6 or better | Any other subject: Commerce Principles of Accounts Zambian Language History Geography Religious Education Literature/Languages Computer Studies Civic Education etc. | 6 or better |
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
| Subject | Points |
|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better |
| Any two of the following: Mathematics Geography History | 6 or better |
| Any one of the following: Religious Education Zambian Language Literature in English Commerce Principles of Accounts | 6 or better |
| Any Science | 6 or better |
School of Education
Degrees of Bachelor of Arts in Library and Information Studies, Bachelor of Arts with Education and Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
| Subject | Points |
|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better |
| Any four (4) subjects from the following: History Geography French English Literature Mathematics Zambian Language Commerce or Economics Additional Mathematics Science or Physical Science or Biology or Agricultural Science Religious Education | 6 or better |
Bachelor of Education (Special Education)
| Subject | Points |
|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better |
| Biology or Combined Science or Agricultural Science | 6 or better |
| Any three (3) subjects from: Mathematics, English Literature, French, Zambian Language History, Geography, Commerce or Accounts, Religious Education | 6 or better |
BED Education and BED Secondary (Mathematics and Science)
| Subject | Points |
|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better |
| Mathematics | Atleast Grade B |
| Chemistry and Physics or Physical Science or Science | 6 or better |
| Another approved Science subject | 6 or better |
| Any other subject | 6 or better |
Bachelor of Education (Environmental Education)
| Subject | Points |
|---|---|
| English Language | 6 or better |
| Any four (4) subjects from: Mathematics, Biology, Science, Agricultural Science, English Literature, French, Zambian Language, History Geography, Commerce or Accounts, Religious Education Human and Social Biology, Physical Sciences, Physics Chemistry, Additional Mathematics, Computer Studies Food and Nutrition, Home Economics, Art, Physical Education Metal Work, Geometrical and Building Drawing, Civic Education | 6 or better |
FACULTY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
| SCHOOL | REQUIREMENTS |
| AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR Three (3) “A” Level passes in Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics OR A diploma in Agricultural Sciences or related studies from an institution affiliated to the University of Zambia OR A diploma classified as credit or better NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Agricultural Sciences will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at either second or third year level to the School of Agricultural Sciences. |
| EDUCATION | “O” levels in English Language and any four subjects. NOTE: (a) Bachelor of Education-Secondary (Mathematics and Science) (Bedmas) and Diploma in ICT’s are In- Service programmes. (b) Applicants with relevant Degrees or Diplomas may be admitted at 2nd or 3rd year level. |
| ENGINEERING | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR At least three (3) ‘A’ level passes (grade of C) with at least a pass of grade ‘B’ in either Mathematics or Physics OR at least a credit or better in Diploma (Technologist) or higher qualification in a relevant technical field. NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Engineering will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Levels or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at second year level to the School of Engineering. (c) Applicants with City and Guilds qualifications, the Diploma is taken to mean level 4 (Full Technological Certificate, Full Technological Diploma or Advanced Technician Diploma). (d) Applicants with a Diploma (with Credit or better) – Technologist or higher qualification in a relevant technical may be admitted at second year (2) level. One (1) year of proven and relevant working experience after graduation with a Diploma is required. A letter from the employer showing proof of the relevant working experience must be attached. |
| HEALTH SCIENCES | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR Bachelor of Science Degree /Diploma in related field recognized by Senate. NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Health Sciences will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at either second or third year level to the School of Health Sciences and may be required to attend oral interviews. |
| HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES | “O” levels in the following subjects: Group 1 Group 2 English Language Any four(4) subjects of which one must be an Art NOTE: Applicants wishing to be admitted to the Degree Programme in Public Relations and Advertising and Media and Journalism Studies should satisfy the following: Group 1 Group 2 English Language Any three (3) subjects of which one must be an Art English Literature |
| LAW. UNZA Admission Requirements | “O” levels in the following subjects: Group 1 Group 2 English Language Any four(4) subjects of which one must be an Art OR a first Degree in any discipline from a recognized University; OR a Professional qualification equivalent to a Degree (e.g. ACCA); OR 3 passes at Cambridge ‘A’ level or the equivalent; OR a Diploma in law from the University of Zambia or from the National Institute of Public Administration. Diplomas in law from foreign institutions will be considered on their respective merits on a case by case basis; OR a Certificate in Legal Studies (CLS) from the University of Zambia. NOTE: (a) Applicants wishing to pursue a Certificate in Legal Studies must have “O” Levels in English Language and any four subjects. (b) Applicants with “O” Level qualifications who are admitted to the School of Law will be required to take first year courses in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. (c) Applicants with first Degrees in any discipline from a recognized University; OR a Professional qualification equivalent to a Degree (e.g. ACCA); OR; 3 passes at Cambridge ‘A’ level or the equivalent; OR a Diploma in law from the University of Zambia or from the National Institute of Public Administration. Diplomas in law from foreign institutions will be considered on their respective merits on a case by case basis; OR a Certificate in Legal Studies (CLS) from the University of Zambia are admitted at second year level. (d) Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission to the programme. Admission to the programme is subject to the availability of places. |
| MEDICINE | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR Biologicals Sciences, Biology/Chemistry ,Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Bachelor of Science degree with education with Biology major or Biology/Chemistry: Biomedical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Environmental Health, Nursing, Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Agricultural Sciences, Human Nutrition, Radiology or Radiography, or any other related Health Science degree which includes courses in Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry (Inorganic, Organic and Analytical) and Biochemistry OR transfer from other Medical Schools (Both Local and International) NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Medicine will be required to take first and second year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with relevant Bachelor’s Degrees will be admitted at 3rd year level in the School of Medicine. (c) Transfers from other Medical Schools may enter at 3rd or 5th year level. Applicants already enrolled in the MBChB programme at other Medical Schools (both local and International) but with transfer to the University of Zambia, School of Medicine should apply through the Office of the Vice Chancellor. |
| NURSING SCIENCES | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR Advanced levels (“A levels”) with Passes in Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics OR Certificate in Nursing(Enrolled Nurse, Mental Health Nursing) with valid practicing license OR Diploma in (Registered Nursing, Registered Theatre Nurse, Registered Paediatrics Nurse, Registered Clinical Care Nurse) with valid practicing license. NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Nursing Sciences will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at either second, third and fourth year level to the School of Nursing Sciences as follows: (i) Second Year Entrants require: (b) Advanced levels (“A levels”) with Passes in Biology Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics (c) Certificate in Nursing(Enrolled Nurse, Mental Health Nursing) (d) Validly practicing License (ii) Third year entrants require: (a) Diploma in Registered Nursing (Registered Nurse/ Registered Nurse-Midwives) (b) Credits or better in at least 5 relevant subjects which should include English language, Biology/Science, and Mathematics as mandatory (c) Validly practicing License (iii) Fourth Year Entrants require: (a) Diploma in (Registered Nursing, Registered Theatre Nurse, Registered Paediatrics Nurse, Registered Clinical Care Nurse) (b) Credits or better in at least 5 relevant subjects which should include English language, Biology/Science, and Mathematics as mandatory ( c) Validly practicing License |
| MINES. UNZA Admission Requirements | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR “A”–Levels in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics from recognized institutions admitted at 2nd year level. Candidates with a diploma in either Geology, Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or any related field from a recognized institution are eligible to apply for direct entry into the School of Mines Degree Programmes OR Readmission/Change of programmes within the University of Zambia |
| Re-admission and/or change of programmes from other Schools will be considered for applicants who cleared first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences / Education (with Sciences) at the University of Zambia and Copper belt University (CBU). NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Mines will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at either second or third year level to the School of Mines. | |
| NATURAL SCIENCES | “O” Levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject. |
| PUBLIC HEALTH | “O” levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR a diploma in Environmental Health or related studies from a recognized institution or college affiliated to the University of Zambia. NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Public Health will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at either second or third year level to the School of Public Health. |
| VETERINARY MEDICINE | “O” levels in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics OR English Language, Science, Biology (or Agricultural Science) and any other acceptable subject OR diploma in agriculture with Animal Science major or Biomedical Science Major or related qualifications with at least 2 years post graduate experience OR a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture Sciences or related qualifications with at least 2 years post graduate experience OR An applicant without post graduation experience shall be admitted directly to the school if he/she obtained a Diploma with Merit, majoring in Animal Sciences or Biomedical Sciences or related qualification OR Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences degree with credit, majoring in Animal Science. NOTE: (a) Applicants with only “O” Level qualifications who will be admitted to the School of Veterinary Medicine will be required to take first year courses in the School of Natural Sciences. (b) Applicants with “A” Level or Diploma qualifications may be admitted at second year level to the School of Veterinary Medicine as follows: · “A” Level passes in Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Sciences and Management or Physics · Diploma in agriculture with Animal Science major or related qualifications with at least 2 years post graduate experience. · Bachelor of Science degree; with at least 2 years post graduate experience. · An applicant without post-graduation experience shall be admitted directly to the school if he/she obtained a Diploma with Merit, majoring in Animal Sciences or Biomedical Sciences or related qualification. (c) Applicants with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences degree with credit, majoring in Animal Science are admitted at third (3) year level. |
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UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA, UNZA POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Entry requirements for a Postgraduate degree Programme
A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited University in a subject or subjects relevant to the course applied for.
Duration of Programme: 1 Academic Year
Entry requirements for a Masters degree Programme
A Bachelors’ degree or postgraduate diploma from an accredited University in a subject or subjects relevant to the course applied for.
Duration of Programme: 2 Academic Years
Entry requirements for a DBA or PhD degree programme
Applicants must be holders of Master’s degree or any other related programs from a recognized University. Practitioner Experience: Applicants must have management experience of at least three years pre – or – post Masters.
The following faculties demands the folowing requirements:
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
(a) Master of Arts in Defence and Security Studies (Taught)
The applicant must possess:
(i) A Bachelor’s degree in any field from the University of Zambia or any recognized institution of higher learning;
(ii) A Prospective student may be interviewed and assessed by the relevant unit or department before being recommended to be Board of Graduate Studies for admission; and
(iii) A candidates may also be admitted on the basis of relevant military qualifications such as PSC (Passed Staff College) and Diploma in Defence and Security Studies which have been appropriately accredited by the Defence Services Command and staff College provided that he/she has accumulated at least three years of relevant experience in the security sector.
School of Education
(a) Master of Arts in Physical Education and Sport
The applicant must possess:
- Applicants must possess a Bachelors degree with a Credit or better in Physical Education and Sport, or any other related with a credit or better.
- Bachelor’s degree with Credit or better in any other field with at least 5 years of traceable experience in managing sport.
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