CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2023-2024 ACADEMIC YEAR OPEN DISTANCE AND E LEARNING INTAKE

 The University of Malawi is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its Open Distance and E-Learning (ODEL) programmes for the 2023-2024 academic year.

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS

Interested applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:

a) A Malawi School Certificate of Education or any equivalent O-Level qualification with at least 4 subjects passed with credit (6 subjects for some programmes) including ENGLISH and other subjects as per point (d) below

b) A University of Malawi Diploma or, a relevant Diploma from accredited programmes such as those offered by Domasi College of Education, Natural Resources College, Malawi College for Health Sciences, Theological College, St. John of God College or an equivalent Diploma from a recognised institution of higher learning

c) A minimum of 2 years post-diploma relevant work experience in a field related to the programme applied for.

d) Applicants MUST also meet additional entry requirements for each programme as outlined in the table below:

SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES


PROGRAMME

ABBREV

MINIMUM YEAR OF ENTRY

PROGRAMME DURATION

TUITION FEE PER ANNUM

ADDITIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO THOSE CONTAINED UNDER SECTION 1 (A – C) ABOVE











a. Bachelor of Science - Geography











BSCG











Year 1, Year 2 or

Year 3











4 years










MALAWIANS: MWK 850,000.00

NON-MALAWIANS: USD 1,500 

  1. Entry into Year 1: Students with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six

credits including Geography, Mathematics, English and a credit in any other three subjects such as Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Agriculture and Social Studies. IGCSE and GCE shall be interpreted as follows: A=1 or 2; B=3 or 4; C= 5 or 6; D=7; E, F, G=8.

  1. Entry into Year 2: Students with A-Level or IGSCE qualifications with at least C grade in Geography, Mathematics and

English plus any other three subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Agriculture and Social Studies. However, depending on the strength of the A-Level they will be required to audit first year course. A-Level qualifications shall be interpreted as: A=5; B=4; C=3; D=2; E=1.

  1. Entry into year 3: Based on 6 subjects passed with at least a credit at MSCE including Geography and Mathematics and a recognized diploma in Physical Planning, Education majoring in Geography, Environmental Studies, Land Administration, Transportation, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Ecotourism, Climate Change,

Water Resources, or any other cognate disciplines of Geography and relevant work experience or any related qualifications

from a recognized institution of higher learning.

b. Diploma in Statistics

DIP-STAT

Year 1

2 years

MALAWIANS: MWK 450,000.00

NON-MALAWIANS: USD 1,000

1. Entry into Year 1: Students with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics and English. IGCSE and GCE shall be interpreted as follows: A=1 or 2; B=3 or 4; C= 5 or 6; D=7; E, F, G=8.

TUITION FEES

Please note that the fees indicated above are subject to change anytime.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application forms can be obtained on written request or in person from the address given below and it can also be downloaded by clicking here or at the bottom of this page. Duly completed application forms together with proof of payment (deposit slip) of a non-refundable application fee of K25, 000.00 for Malawian candidates and U$35 for international applicants should be sent to:

The Registrar
University of Malawi
P.O. Box 280
ZOMBA.
(Attention: Academic Office)
Or email to: registrar@unima.ac.mw

APPLICATION FEES SHOULD BE DEPOSITED INTO THE FOLLOWING BANK ACCOUNT:

BANK NAME                                :    NATIONAL BANK OF MALAWI
ACCOUNT NAME                        :    CHANCO SUNDRY INCOME
ACCOUNT NUMBER                   :    282553
SWIFT CODE                               :    NBMAMWMW
SORT CODE/BRANCH CODE    :    006

APPLICATION PACKAGE

A complete application package MUST include the following:

  1. Copies of all relevant degrees/Diplomas/certificates/academic transcripts which have been indicated on the application form. These must be duly certified as true copies of the originals by a recognised Commissioner of Oaths.

  2. Original proof of availability of funds for training i.e. official sponsorship letter or bank statements of the applicant.

  3. Copy of a bank deposit slip showing the name of the applicant and the amount of application fee paid.

  4. Curriculum vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees.

  5. A clear specification of a programme applied for as well as the candidate’s preferred mode of its delivery.

  6. Official reference letter(s) from the current and/or previous employer(s) showing proof of at least 2 years relevant work experience.

ANY APPLICATION FORM THAT WILL NOT INCLUDE THE ABOVEMENTIONED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.


CLOSING DATE

The closing date for receiving applications is FRIDAY, 4TH AUGUST 2023.