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Great Zimbabwe University

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Overview

Great Zimbabwe University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Masvingo, Zimbabwe. Founded in 1999, Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development. GZU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 27-year-old Zimbabwean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 60-69%. This places it among a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. GZU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Great Zimbabwe University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Great Zimbabwe University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Great Zimbabwe University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Great Zimbabwe University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

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Acronym GZU
Founded 1999
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Location

Address PO Box 1235
Masvingo
Masvingo
Zimbabwe
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Great Zimbabwe University Phone Number (39) 263718
Great Zimbabwe University Fax Number (39) 263719
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Great Zimbabwe University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Great Zimbabwe University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Zimbabwe Council on Higher Education (ZimCHE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Great Zimbabwe University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Great Zimbabwe University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Great Zimbabwe University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Great Zimbabwe University's academic range and degree level offering.



Great Zimbabwe University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Great Zimbabwe University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Great Zimbabwe University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Great Zimbabwe University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Great Zimbabwe University.



Great Zimbabwe University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Great Zimbabwe University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Great Zimbabwe University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Great Zimbabwe University Admission Info


Great Zimbabwe University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Great Zimbabwe University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Great Zimbabwe University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Great Zimbabwe University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Great Zimbabwe University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Great Zimbabwe University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Great Zimbabwe University's Admission Office Admission Office

Box 1235 Masvingo
Masvingo 00263
(263) 39 263718


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Great Zimbabwe University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Great Zimbabwe University Size and Profile


Great Zimbabwe University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Great Zimbabwe University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Great Zimbabwe University's academic staff number is not reported.


Great Zimbabwe University's Control Type Control Type

Great Zimbabwe University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Great Zimbabwe University's Entity Type Entity Type

Great Zimbabwe University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Great Zimbabwe University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Great Zimbabwe University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Great Zimbabwe University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Great Zimbabwe University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Great Zimbabwe University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Great Zimbabwe University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Great Zimbabwe University Facilities


Great Zimbabwe University's Library University Library

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Great Zimbabwe University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Great Zimbabwe University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Great Zimbabwe University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Great Zimbabwe University Services


Great Zimbabwe University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Great Zimbabwe University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Great Zimbabwe University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Great Zimbabwe University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Great Zimbabwe University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Great Zimbabwe University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Great Zimbabwe University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Great Zimbabwe University
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Commerce
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Great Zimbabwe University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Great Zimbabwe University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA)


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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Great Zimbabwe University public or private?

Great Zimbabwe University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Great Zimbabwe University profit or non-profit?

Great Zimbabwe University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Great Zimbabwe University in terms of enrollment?

Great Zimbabwe University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Great Zimbabwe University in terms of academic staff?

Great Zimbabwe University's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Great Zimbabwe University a coeducational institution?

Great Zimbabwe University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Great Zimbabwe University use?

Great Zimbabwe University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Great Zimbabwe University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Great Zimbabwe University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Great Zimbabwe University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Great Zimbabwe University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Great Zimbabwe University GZU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Great Zimbabwe University GZU located?

Great Zimbabwe University is located in Masvingo, Masvingo, Zimbabwe. Address: PO Box 1235.

Is Great Zimbabwe University GZU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Great Zimbabwe University is accredited by Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development (since 2005).

Does Great Zimbabwe University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Great Zimbabwe University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Great Zimbabwe University have a university library?

Not reported

Does Great Zimbabwe University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Great Zimbabwe University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Great Zimbabwe University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Great Zimbabwe University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Great Zimbabwe University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Great Zimbabwe University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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