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ARU University Entry requirements are used to determine who gets admitted into the ARU University and which course the person is offered.
The following is the ARU University Entry requirements, every prospective student at the ARU University is recommended to read the Entry requirements before applying for Admission to any academic programme available at ARU for the 2020/2021 Academic Year.
Undergraduate Degree Programmes Entry Requirements
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS INTO VARIOUS UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES AT ARU
GENERAL MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
| Nrs | Category of applicants | MINIMUM ADMISSION ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS |
| 1 | Completed A-Level studies before 2014 | Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points from Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective Programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1). |
| 2 | Completed A- Level studies in 2014 and 2015 | Two principal passes (Two Cs) with a total of 4.0 points
From Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C= 2; D = 1). |
| 3 | Completed A –Level studies from 2016 onwards | Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points from Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1). |
| 4 | Recognition of Prior Learning qualification | B+ Grade: where A = 75 – 100; B+ = 65 – 74; B = 50 – 64; C = 40 – 49; D = 35 – 39; and F = 0 – 38 |
| 5 | Equivalent qualification: | At least four O’ – Level passes (Ds and above) or NVA Level III with less than four O’ – Level passes or equivalent foreign qualifications as established by either NECTA or VETA; AND |
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ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION AT ARDHI UNIVERSITY
- A candidate shall be deemed eligible for consideration for admission to a first degree programme of Ardhi University if the candidate has obtained:
- Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (C. S. E. E.) or equivalent, with passes in FOUR approved subjects, obtained prior to sitting for the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (A. C. S. E. E.) or equivalent
AND
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (A. C. S. E. E.), with two principal level passes in appropriate subjects, with total points not below 4.0 based on the following grade to point conversion scale:
i. Before 2014 and 2016 onwards: A = 5; B = 4; C = 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5; and F = 0 where; A, B, C, D, E are principal passes; S is a Subsidiary pass
ii. For 2014 and 2015: A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C = 2; D = 1; E = 0.5; and F = 0 where; A, B+, B, C are principal passes; D is a Pass, and E is Subsidiary Pass
OR
An appropriate equivalent Diploma such as NACTE Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6) with at least a GPA of 3.0, OR FTC with average of C OR any other Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions and approved by the University Senate.
An appropriate Recognition of Prior Learning Certificate of not less than B+ grade from institutions recognised by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and approved by the University’s Senate.
NB: Principal level passes and passes in Religious and General studies are not counted. Applicants from countries which follow an 8–4–4 education system need to complete at least one year of study at a University in their own countries before they can be considered for admission.
PROGRAMMES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (SACEM)
Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) – Code AR001
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Fine Art. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or Credit pass in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with GPA of 3.0 OR an average of “B’‘; OR
FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Architecture in Interior Design (B.Arch. ID) – Code AR002
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Fine Art. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or Credit pass in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C”; OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Architecture in Landscape Architecture (B.Arch. LA) – Code AR003
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Fine Art. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or Credit pass in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C”; OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.Sc. CE) – Code AR021
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
A principal pass in Mathematics AND a principal pass in either Physics or Chemistry or Geography. Those without a principal level pass in Chemistry MUST have a credit pass at O-level. In addition an applicant MUST have taken Physics at A-level.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Architecture with GPA of 3.0 OR an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Building Economics (B.Sc. BE) – Code AR006
- Direct Entry Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Economics and Accounts. In addition a candidate MUST have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics AND at least a pass in Physics at O-level.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
SCHOOL OF SPATIAL PLANNING AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (SSPSS)
Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning (BSc URP) – Code AR018
- Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification is
Two principal passes in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Economics, History, Mathematics, Commerce and Accountancy. If one of the principal pass is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a pass in Mathematics at O-level is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Rural Development with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Regional Development Planning (B.Sc. RDP) – Code AR016
i. Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Economics, History, Mathematics, Commerce and Accountancy. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a Pass in Mathematics at O level is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Development Planning and Rural Development with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Housing and Infrastructure Planning (B.Sc. HIP) – Code AR012
- Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Economics, History, Mathematics, Commerce and Accountancy. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a grade “D” in Mathematics at O-level is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Housing and Infrastructure Planning with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA. Econ.) – Code AR019
- Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History, Commerce and Accountancy. If one of the principal pass is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a credit pass in Mathematics at O-level is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Business Studies, Community Economic Development with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions
Bachelor of Arts in Community and Development Studies (BA. CDS) – Code AR023
- Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in any of the following; Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History, Commerce, Accountancy, Agricultural Science and Nutrition.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Business Studies, Community Economic Development with GPA of 3.0 OR an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATES, BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
Bachelor of Science in Land Management and Valuation (B.Sc. LMV) – Code AR013
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Geography, Economics, Mathematics, History, Commerce, Accountancy, English Literature, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics or at least grade “D” in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Land Management and Valuation or Land Use Planning with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Real Estate (Finance and Investment) (B.Sc. REFI) – Code AR017
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Economics, Chemistry, Commerce, Accountancy, Biology and Chemistry. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a pass in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Finance and Banking with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Property and Facilities Management (B.Sc. PFM) – Code AR015
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Geography, Economics, Mathematics, History, Commerce, Accountancy, English Literature, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics or at least a pass in O-level Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Maintenance with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (B.Sc. AF) – Code AR022
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, History, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. In addition at least a subsidiary pass in English Literature and Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level or a pass in English and Mathematics at O-level is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Accounting, Accountancy, Taxation, Public Sector Accounting and Finance or Public Sector Financial Management with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Geomatics (BSc GM) – Code AR005
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
A principal pass in Mathematics and a principal pass in either Physics or Chemistry or Geography or Computer Science. If one of the principal passes is not Physics, at least a subsidiary pass in Physics at A-level is required.
ii. Equivalent qualifications
Diploma in Geomatics or Land Surveying with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions
Bachelor of Science in Geoinformatics (BSc GI) – Code AR004
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
A principal pass in Mathematics and a principal pass in either Physics or Chemistry or Geography or Computer Science. If one of the principal passes is not Physics, at least a subsidiary pass in Physics at A-level required.
ii. Equivalent qualifications
Diploma in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Cartography or Computer Science with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management (BSc. ISM) – Code AR020
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following: Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Chemistry, Economics or Computer Science. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics at “A” level.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Land Surveying or Geomatics with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (SEST)
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.Sc. EE) – Code AR009
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry. If the two principal passes are not Mathematics and Physics, an applicant MUST have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics and Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics at “A” level.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering; Environmental Health Science; Hydrogeology and Well Drilling Hydrology and Meteorology; Water Laboratory Technology; Irrigation Engineering; Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management (B.Sc. ESM) – Code AR011
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Biology and Chemistry. One of the two principal passes MUST be either Physics or Chemistry or Biology. If one of the principal passes is not Mathematics, a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics is required.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering; Environmental Health Science; Hydrogeology and Well Drilling; Hydrology and Meteorology; Water Laboratory Technology; Irrigation Engineering; Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Bachelor of Science in Municipal and Industrial Services Engineering (B.Sc. MISE) – Code AR014
- Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following; Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. If the two principal passes are not Mathematics and Physics, an applicant MUST have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics and Advanced Mathematics/Basic Applied Mathematics at “A” level.
ii. Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma in Civil Engineering and Civil and Transportation Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or an average of “B’‘ OR FTC with an average of “C” OR any other relevant Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions.
Postgraduate Programmes Entry Requirements
Master of Architecture (M. Arch) (Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Holders of Bachelor of Architecture of at least a Second Class Lower division from Ardhi University or from any other recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
Graduate Diploma in Architecture of at least a Second Class Lower division of the former Ardhi Institute or Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture from Ardhi University or from any other recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Construction Economics and Management (MSc. CEM) (Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A first degree of second class grade or above in Building Economics, Construction Management, Building Survey or related fields of Ardhi University or any other relevant first degree from a recognized institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A relevant Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Economics and Management or related fields of Ardhi University or any other institution of Higher Learning.
Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture (PhD Arch)
Entry Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Architecture from Ardhi University or any other relevant Masters Degree from Ardhi University or from a recognized University.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Construction Economics and Management (PhD CEM) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Construction Management (PhD CM) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD CE) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Design – By Coursework & Dissertation
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
SCHOOL OF SPATIAL PLANNING AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (SSPSS)
Master of Science in Urban Planning and Management (MSc. UPM) -(By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
First or Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning (URP), Regional Development Planning (RDP) and Housing and Infrastructure Planning (HIP); or relevant qualifications from Programs offered by the Schools at ARU, Economics and Economic Planning.
Upper Second Class or above Postgraduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning or Architecture or Land Management and Valuation or Environmental Engineering or relevant qualifications from Programs offered by the Schools at ARU, other related subject from a recognized university or institution of higher learning.
Working experience of at least two years in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Positive recommendations from two referees one from an academic institution where the candidate graduated and one from the practice. Candidates without sufficient background in urban and regional planning profession may be required to take additional courses offered in the undergraduate programs.
Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning and Management (MSc. URPM) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
First or Second Class Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or Architecture or Land Management and Valuation or Environmental Engineering or Building Economics or Land Surveying/Geomatics or Geography or Economics or Economic Planning or Public Administration or Business Administration and Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Dar es Salaam or any other recognized institution or any other relevant field.
Experience of at least two years in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
Positive recommendations from two referees.
This programme is currently supported by DAAD. Therefore, Tanzanian candidates aspiring for the DAAD scholarships would have their applications for sponsorship further scrutinized by a joint committee of SPRING partner universities and a DAAD representative or any sponsoring organization/institution as situation emerges.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning (PhD URP) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Planning and Management (Housing and Infrastructure) (PhD UPM), – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD Econ) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATE, BUSINESS STUDIES AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
Master of Science in Geomatics (MSc. Gm) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A second Class or above BSc. degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying or any other relevant degree from Ardhi University or a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Geomatics or Land Surveying from Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Geomatics (MSc. Gm) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A Second Class Upper Division, Bachelor of Science degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying from Ardhi University or its equivalent from Ardhi Univesity or any other recognized Univesity or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Real Estate (MSc. RE) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
At least a second class grade or above BSc. degree in Land Management and Valuation, Urban and Regional Planning, Building Economics, Architecture, Land Surveying, Environmental Engineering , Geography, Economics, Commerce or Civil Engineering from Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from Ardhi University or a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A relevant Postgraduate Diploma of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Real Estate (MSc. LM) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A minimum of a Second Class Upper Division, Bachelor degree in Land Management and Valuation of the Ardhi University or its equivalent from Ardhi Univesity or any other recognized Univesity or Institution of Higher Learning.
Doctor of Philosophy in Geospatial Sciences (PhD GS) – By Thesis
Entry Qualifications
A Master Degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying or Geoinformatics or Geodetic Science from Ardhi University or any other relevant Masters Degree from a recognized University.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Real Estate (PhD RE) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Land Administration (By Coursework & Dissertation)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Real Estate Economics (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognized University.
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (SEST)
Master of Science Degree in Environmental Technology and Management (MSc. – ETM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
At least a Second Class Lower division Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised University or Institution of higher learning.
Master of Science Degree in Environmental Technology and Management (MSc. – ETM) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A minimum of a Second Class Lower division Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised University or Institution of higher learning.
Master of Disasters Risk Management (M.DRM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A Second or higher class Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate diploma in any of the programmes offered by Ardhi University and similar programmes offered by other universities as approved by Senate. Other admission requirements are similar to the general entry requirements for ARU postgraduate programmes.
Master of Science Disasters Risk Management (MSc.DRM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A Second or higher class Bachelor’s of Science degree or post-graduate diploma in any of the engineering and technology (environmental engineering, municipal and industrial services engineering, environmental laboratory science and technology, and civil engineering) programmes offered by ARU. Holders of bachelor’s degrees in similar programmes offered by other recognised universities or higher learning institutions, as approved by ARU Senate also qualify. Applicants who have a first degree in branches of engineering other than the ones mentioned above may be considered for admission into the programme as shall be approved by the university senate. Other admission requirements are similar to the general entry requirements for ARU postgraduate programmes.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Engineering (PhD EE) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Technology and Management (PhD ETM) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Science and Management (PhD ESM) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Disaster Management (PhD DM), – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Laboratory Science and Management (PhD LSM) – By Thesis
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
INSTITUTE OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT STUDIES (IHSS)
Master of Science in Housing (MSc. Housing)
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 2.7, or equivalent qualification as shall be approved by the University Senate, in the fields of urban planning; housing and infrastructure, urban development planning, architecture, urban geography, urban sociology, urban designers, environmental and civil engineering, geomatics, land management and valuation, building economics, construction economists and management, urban economics and other related fields.
Work experience of 2 years in the respective fields is an added advantage.
Recommendation from at least two referees – one academician and one practicing professional.
Master of Science in Public Policy Analysis and Programme Management
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum of lower second class or equivalent qualifications as shall be approved by the University Senate, in the fields offered at ARU or any other related fields.
Work experience of 2 years in the respective fields is n added advantage.
Recommendation from at lest two referees – one academician and one practicing professional
M.A. Development Studies
Entry Qualifications
Master of Arts in Development Studies (MA – DS)
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the fields offered at ARU and other related fields or equivalent qualification as shall be approved by the University Senate; Candidates with unclassified under graduate degree may be considered for admission provided she/he has a minimum of a B grade.
- Doctor of Philosophy in Built Environment Analysis (PhD BEA) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Climate Change Studies (PhD CCS) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Housing and Settlement Studies (PhD HSS) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Policy Analysis and Programme Management (PhD PAPM) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies (PhD DS) – By Thesis
- Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Governance and Environmental Studies (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
Duration for the programmes
Masters degree by Course work and dissertation: 18 months
Masters degree by thesis: 24 months
PhD by thesis: 36 months
HOW TO APPLY
Applications forms can be obtained from the office of the
Director, Postgraduate Studies Research and Publication
Ardhi University,
P.O Box 35176,
Dar es Salaam.
A non-refundable application fee of Tshs.20,000/= for Masters and Tshs.30,000/= for PhD) must be deposited to ARU NMB Account, University Agency Branch with Account Number 20801100034 or paid directly through mobile network operators (Tigopesa, Mpesa and Airtel money) after requesting control number from admission office available with Tel. No. 0738357314 and submit the original pay slip/confirmation message from mobile network operator together with the application form.
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