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University of Zimbabwe

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Overview

University of Zimbabwe is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Harare, Zimbabwe. Founded in 1955, University of Zimbabwe (UZ) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development. UZ provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 71-year-old Zimbabwean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. UZ also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Zimbabwe's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Zimbabwe's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Zimbabwe' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Zimbabwe's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UZ
Founded 1955
Motto Knowledge, Diligence, Integrity
Colours Blue, gold, white and red
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Location

Address PO Box MP 167
Harare
Harare
Zimbabwe
University of Zimbabwe's location map and satellite view Location Map
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University of Zimbabwe Phone Number (242) 303 211
University of Zimbabwe Fax Number (242) 333 407
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Zimbabwe 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

1955


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Zimbabwe Council on Higher Education (ZimCHE)
  • Medical Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe
  • Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers
  • Law Society


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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 University of Zimbabwe 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

University of Zimbabwe Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Zimbabwe 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 University of Zimbabwe's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Zimbabwe's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

University of Zimbabwe Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Zimbabwe Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Zimbabwe 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 University of Zimbabwe.



University of Zimbabwe: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 University of Zimbabwe Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Zimbabwe website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Zimbabwe Admission Info


University of Zimbabwe's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Zimbabwe's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Zimbabwe'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


University of Zimbabwe's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Zimbabwe's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box MP167, Mt Pleasant
Harare
(242) 303211


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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 University of Zimbabwe's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Zimbabwe Size and Profile


University of Zimbabwe's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Zimbabwe has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

University of Zimbabwe's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Zimbabwe's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Zimbabwe's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Zimbabwe 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.


University of Zimbabwe's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Zimbabwe's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Zimbabwe's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Zimbabwe 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.


University of Zimbabwe's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Zimbabwe is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Zimbabwe Facilities


University of Zimbabwe's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Zimbabwe's Library


University of Zimbabwe's Housing University Housing

Yes

University of Zimbabwe Housing Offering:

The University of Zimbabwe provides both in-campus and off-campus accommodation options for students, primarily in the form of dormitories.

Key details about the housing offering:

  • Total number of dormitory beds available: 4000.


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

Yes

The University of Zimbabwe provides a range of sport facilities and activities for its students. The available options include:

  • Baseball
  • Football
  • Swimming
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball

The sport facilities at the University of Zimbabwe consist of:

  • Stadium
  • Football ground(s)
  • Soccer ground(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Gym(s)
  • Pool(s)
  • Tennis court(s)
  • Track and field ground(s)


University of Zimbabwe's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Zimbabwe Services


University of Zimbabwe's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

University of Zimbabwe offers the following financial aids to students:

  • Work opportunities during the academic calendar or summer vacations
  • Student scholarships, which are merit-based and do not require repayment

For more information on financial aid at University of Zimbabwe, please refer to the university's official website or contact the financial aid office directly.


University of Zimbabwe's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Zimbabwe's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Zimbabwe's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Zimbabwe's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Zimbabwe Organisational Structure

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

University of Zimbabwe
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Commerce
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Studies
  • Faculty of Veterinary Science
  • College of Health Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Zimbabwe Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Zimbabwe public or private?

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

Is University of Zimbabwe profit or non-profit?

University of Zimbabwe 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 University of Zimbabwe in terms of enrollment?

University of Zimbabwe has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

University of Zimbabwe's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Zimbabwe a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Zimbabwe use?

University of Zimbabwe 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 University of Zimbabwe affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Zimbabwe admit international students?

Yes.

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

University of Zimbabwe'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 students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend University of Zimbabwe UZ?

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

Where is University of Zimbabwe UZ located?

University of Zimbabwe is located in Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe. Address: PO Box MP 167.

Is University of Zimbabwe UZ accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Zimbabwe is accredited by Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development (since 1955).

Does University of Zimbabwe offer financial aid?

Yes

University of Zimbabwe offers the following financial aids to students:

  • Work opportunities during the academic calendar or summer vacations
  • Student scholarships, which are merit-based and do not require repayment

For more information on financial aid at University of Zimbabwe, please refer to the university's official website or contact the financial aid office directly.

Does University of Zimbabwe offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Zimbabwe have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Zimbabwe provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

University of Zimbabwe Housing Offering:

The University of Zimbabwe provides both in-campus and off-campus accommodation options for students, primarily in the form of dormitories.

Key details about the housing offering:

  • Total number of dormitory beds available: 4000.

Does University of Zimbabwe have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

The University of Zimbabwe provides a range of sport facilities and activities for its students. The available options include:

  • Baseball
  • Football
  • Swimming
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball

The sport facilities at the University of Zimbabwe consist of:

  • Stadium
  • Football ground(s)
  • Soccer ground(s)
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Gym(s)
  • Pool(s)
  • Tennis court(s)
  • Track and field ground(s)

Does University of Zimbabwe offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Zimbabwe offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Zimbabwe offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Zimbabwe have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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