ECONOMIC FEE PAYING INTAKE FOR THE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR
The University of Malawi is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its Economic Fee-Paying programmes for the 2022-2023 academic year.
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Minimum Entry Requirements for all applicants
Interested applicants should have a Malawi School Certificate of Education or any equivalent O-Level qualification obtained in 2019, 2020 or 2021 with 6 subjects passed with Credits.
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS
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PROGRAMME |
DURATION |
PROGRAMME CODE |
MINIMUM REQUIRED SUBJECT COMBINATION AT MSCE/IGCSE TO BE PART OF THE REQUIRED SIX CREDITS |
AVAILABLE ENROLMENT SPACE |
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Bachelor of Actuarial Science (Honours) |
5 |
UMA-SCIAS |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent with a minimum of 4 points in English, and a minimum of 2 points in Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Science Chemistry ( Honours) with an option of BSc in Chemistry after 4 years) |
5 |
UMA-SCICHE |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, and Physics or General Science or Chemistry & Physics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
10 |
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Bachelor of Science Computer Network Engineering |
4 |
UMA-SCINET |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, and Physics or General Science or Chemistry & Physics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
2 |
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Bachelor of Science Computer Science |
4 |
UMA-SCICOM |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, and Physics or General Science or Chemistry & Physics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Early Childhood Development |
4 |
UMA-ECD |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Family and Consumer Sciences |
4 |
UMA-SCIFC |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, Biology and Physics or General Science or Chemistry & Physics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Science Food and Nutrition |
4 |
BSCFN |
6 subjects passed with credit at MSCE (or its equivalent) including English, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science (or General Science/Chemistry & Physics) and a Food and Nutrition sciences related Diploma from a recognized institution such as those offered at Domasi and Nalikule College of Education, Natural Resources College, Malawi College of Health Sciences, et-cetera |
5 |
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Bachelor of Science in Geography |
4 |
UMA-SCIGEO |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, Geography, Biology and Physical Science/ General Science/ (Chemistry & Physics). |
15 |
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Bachelor of Science in Geology |
4 |
UMA-SCIGLY |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, Geography, Biology and Physical Science / General Science/ (Chemistry & Physics). |
10 |
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Bachelor of Science in Information Systems |
4 |
UMA-SCIIS |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Mathematics, and Physical Science / General Science/ (Chemistry & Physics). |
3 |
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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics |
4 |
UMA-SCIMAT |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Physical Science/General Science/ (Chemistry & Physics)), Biology plus a minimum of 4 points in Mathematics/Additional Mathematics. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Science in Statistics |
4 |
UMA-SCISTA |
Six credits at MSCE or its equivalent including English, Physical Science/General Science/ (Physics & Chemistry), Biology plus a minimum of 4 points in Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics. |
5 |
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II. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCE |
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Bachelor of Social Science in Law Enforcement Management Leadership |
4 |
UMA- LML |
Learners with MSCE, “O” Level, “A” Level or IGSCE with six credits including strong credits in English, Mathematics, Biology and Physical Science/ General Science/ (Chemistry & Physics). “A” Level candidates should have a minimum of nine (9) points. |
10 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Development Economics |
4 |
UMA-DEC |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, (IGCSE) with six credits including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Economics |
4 |
UMA-ECO |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, (IGCSE) with six credits including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts (Public Administration) |
4 |
UMA-PA |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, (IGCSE) with six credits including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts ( Political Science) |
4 |
UMA-PS |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, (IGCSE) with six credits including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology |
4 |
UMA – PSY |
Six credits at MSCE, GCE ‘O' Level, IGCSE including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Sociology |
4 |
UMA – SOC |
Six credits at MSCE, GCE ‘O' Level, IGCSE, including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
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Bachelor of Social Science |
4 |
UMA-SS |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, IGCSE with six credits including English and Mathematics. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
10 |
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Bachelor of Social Science ( Gender Studies |
4 |
UMA-SSGEN |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, with six credits including English. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Social Science (Social Work) |
4 |
UMA-SSSWK |
MSCE, GCE “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, with six credits including English. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Social and Economic History |
4 |
UMA- SEH |
Six credits at MSCE or ‘O’ Level or IGCSE including English and History; or A-Level with not more than 9 points in the best three subjects. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
6 |
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Bachelor of Arts – Communication and Cultural Studies |
4 |
UMA-BACCS |
MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English, plus any other two humanities subjects, e.g. another language, History or Geography. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
10 |
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Bachelor of Arts - Humanities |
4 |
UMA-HU |
MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English, plus any other two humanities subjects, e.g. another language, History or Geography. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
20 |
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Bachelor of Arts Media for Development |
4 |
UMA-MFD |
MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English, plus any other two humanities subjects, e.g. another language, History or Geography. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
10 |
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Bachelor of Arts - Theology |
4 |
UMA-HUT |
MSCE, “O” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English, plus any other two humanities subjects, e.g. another language, History or Geography. A-Level holders with relevant subjects will be considered for entry at second year. |
10 |
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IV. FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
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Bachelor of Education (Biological Sciences) |
4 |
UMA-BEDBIO |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics, English, Biology and Physical Science/ General Science/ Chemistry & Physics. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Education (Chemistry) |
4 |
UMA-BEDCHE |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics, English, Biology and Physical Science/General Science/ Chemistry & Physics |
5 |
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Bachelor of Education (Computer Science) |
4 |
UMA- BEDCOM |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics, English, Biology and Physical Science/ General Science/ Chemistry & Physics |
3 |
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Bachelor of Education (Human Ecology) |
4 |
UMA-BEDHEC |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics, English, Biology and Physical Science/General Science/ Chemistry & Physics |
3 |
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Bachelor of Education (Language) |
4 |
UMA-BEDLED |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English and any other two Humanities subjects e.g. another language, Bible Knowledge, Geography, History or Life Skills |
5 |
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Bachelor of Education (Mathematics) |
4 |
UMA-BEDMAT |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English, Physical Science/ General Science/ Chemistry & Physics, Biology plus a minimum of 4 points in Mathematics / Additional Mathematics. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Education (Physics) |
4 |
UMA-BEDPHY |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including Mathematics, English, Biology and Physical Science/General Science/ Chemistry & Physics. |
5 |
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Bachelor of Education (Social Studies) |
4 |
UMA-BEDSED |
Learners with MSCE, “O” level equivalent, “A” level equivalent, IGCSE, GCE with six credits including English and two social sciences e.g. History, Bible Knowledge, Social Studies, Geography or Life Skills. |
5 |
3. TUITION FEES PER ANNUM
The fees structures per academic year are as follows:
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MALAWIAN |
NON - MALAWIAN |
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K3, 506, 944 |
SADC $; 5,500 Non-SADC $8,000 |
STUDENTS SELECTED ON ECONOMIC PAYING BASIS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A LOAN FROM LOANS BOARD. APPLICANTS SHOULD THEREFORE SHOW EVIDENCE OF HOW THEY WILL FUND THEIR STUDIES (E.G. LETTER OF COMMITMENT FROM SPONSOR OR BANK STATEMENT).
Please note that the fees indicated above are subject to change anytime.
4. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Application forms can be downloaded from here ( 2022 Economic Fee paying form). Duly completed application forms together with proof of payment of a non-refundable application fee of K25, 000.00 for Malawian candidates and U$35 for international applicants should be sent to the address below. Applicants should attach a deposit slip as proof of payment of an appropriate application fee.
ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO DEPOSIT THEIR APPLICATION FEE TO 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
The address for obtaining and submitting application forms is:
The Registrar
University of Malawi
P.O. Box 280
ZOMBA
www.unima.ac.mw
Phone : 01 524222
5. APPLICATION PACKAGE
A complete application package MUST include the following:
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Copies of all relevant certificates/notification of results which have been indicated on the application form. These must be duly certified as true copies of the originals by a recognized Commissioner of Oaths.
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Where applicable, a copy of registration certificate with the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi or an equivalent regulatory body and a current registration receipt
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Original proof of availability of funds for training i.e. official sponsorship letter or bank statements of the applicant.
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Copy of a bank deposit slip showing the name of the applicant and the amount of application fee paid.
ANY APPLICATION FORM THAT WILL NOT INCLUDE THE ABOVE-MENTIONED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED!
6. CLOSING DATE
The closing date for receiving applications is Tuesday, 15th July, 2022.
