Admission
MUCE offers seven postgraduate programmes leading to the award of master degrees and postgraduate diploma. Table 1 presents the programmes with their respective tuition fees. In addition to the tuition fees, there are other costs payable directly to the College and the students, as presented in Tables 2 and 3 respectively.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application form at the following University website link: https://udsm.admission.ac.tz/. Before filling in the application form, all applicants are advised to study the online application guidelines available at the above University website link.
Mode of Payment
All payments are paid through bank accounts or mobile money using control numbers. The control number will be sent to you after logging in the online application system. The application fee is paid before submitting the application and other payments are paid after receiving the admission letter.
For Inquiries
Please do not hesitate to contact the Office of the Directorate of Postgraduate Studies (DPGS), Mkwawa University College of Education, through email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or mobile phone: +255 752 721494 or P.O. Box 2513, Iringa.
Table 1: Postgraduate Programmes Offered at Mkwawa University College of Education
|
S/N |
Programme Title & Host Faculty |
Description |
Mode of Delivery |
Duration & Status |
Admission Requirements |
Tuition Fees for the Whole Programme |
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|
Tanzanian (TZS) |
Non-Tanzanian (USD $) |
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1. |
Postgraduate Diploma in Education [PGDE]
Faculty of Education |
PGDE is aimed at those who intend to work or are already working within the education sector.
PGDE leads to certification in the teaching profession equivalent to B. Sc. Ed, B.A. Ed. or B.Ed. degrees. |
Coursework and Project Paper |
12 Months (Evening) |
Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma in any field with an average of “C” or a minimum GPA of 2.0. |
2,600,000 |
3,075 |
|
2. |
Master of Arts with Education (Geography Stream) [M.A with Ed.]
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
M.A with Ed. is designed to prepare a person who wishes to pursue advanced professional development in the content and pedagogy of Geography (e.g. a teacher in Geography, a community-based specialist, curriculum consultant or advocate in Geographical issues). |
Coursework and Dissertation |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor Degree in Education with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 2.7.
OR Postgraduate Diploma in Education with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
|
4,000,000 |
6,150 |
|
3. |
Master of Science in Natural Resources and Human Security Studies [MSc. NRHS]
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
Graduates of MSc. NRHS will have developed skills on how to address issues related to the sustainable management of natural resources and human security.
|
Coursework and Dissertation |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor Degree in Geography, Hydrology, Ecology, Biology, Economics, Forestry/ Wildlife Management, Agricultural Science, Natural Resource Management, Geology, Community Development or Environmental Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 2.7.
OR Postgraduate Diploma in related discipline with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. |
4,000,000 |
6,150 |
|
4. |
Master of Science with Education (Biology & Chemistry Stream) [MSc Ed]
Faculty of Science |
MSc Ed is intended for graduate science teachers who want to expand scope and depth of their knowledge base in the major areas of natural science, and advance ones professional career as a science teacher. |
Coursework and Dissertation |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor Degree in Education with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 2.7.
OR
Postgraduate Diploma in Education with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. |
4, 250,000 |
6,150 |
|
5. |
Master of Science in Mathematical Modelling [MSc MM]
Faculty of Science |
Graduates of MSc MM will have developed skills for modelling of various physical phenomenon and analysing mathematical models for different phenomenon and hence apply the skills in modelling distinct issues of real world. |
Coursework and Dissertation |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor of Science in Education B.Sc. (Ed.) or Bachelor of Education in Science B.Ed. (Sc.) with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 2.7.
OR
Postgraduate Diploma in Education with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. |
4, 250,000 |
6,150 |
|
6. |
Master of Science in Applied Zoology [MSc. AZ]
Faculty of Science |
Graduates of MSc. AZ will have developed skills on how to address issues related to Biology, Zoology, and related disciplines such as entomology, parasitology, biotechnology, public health, animal science, microbiology, wildlife and conservation. |
Thesis |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Zoology, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Public Health with an average of ‘’B+’’ or a minimum GPA of 3.5. |
4, 250,000 |
6,150 |
|
7. |
Master of Science in Applied Botany [MSc AB]
Faculty of Science |
Graduates of MSc AB will have developed skills on how to address issues related to Biology, Botany, and related disciplines such as entomology, biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, wildlife and conservation. |
Thesis |
24 Months (Fulltime) |
Bachelor of Science in Botany, Science General (Biology) or Bachelor of Science Education (Biology) or any other related field with an average of ‘’B+’’ or a minimum GPA of 3.5. |
4, 250,000 |
6,150 |