Gwanda State University (GSU)
March & August 2026 Intake Undergraduate & Block Release
Entry Requirements:
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Normal Entry: Specified ‘A’ Level subjects and at least 5 ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics unless indicated otherwise.
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Mature Entry: Candidates at least 25 years of age with relevant work experience.
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Special Entry: Candidates with relevant diplomas and work experience.
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Mathematics Bridging Course (MBC): For candidates with relevant ‘A’ Levels but lacking ‘O’ Level Mathematics.
FACULTY OF NATURAL RESOURCES, MANAGEMENT AND AGRICULTURE
| PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | MODE & DURATION |
| BSc Hons Agricultural Economics | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (English, Math, Science). ‘A’ Level passes in at least two subjects (Economics, Math, Geography, etc). Special: ND or HND. Mature: 25+ years (23 for females) with 5 years experience. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Animal Production and Health | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (English, Math, Science). 2 ‘A’ Levels in Biology or Agriculture and any other science subject. Special: Diploma in Agriculture or Animal Health. Mature: 25+ years with 1 year experience. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Animal Science | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels including English, Math and Biology or Agriculture. 2 ‘A’ Levels in Biology or Agriculture and any other science subject. Special: National Certificate or National Diploma in Agriculture or Animal Health. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Crop Science | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels at Grade C or better (English, Math). 2 ‘A’ Levels in Agriculture, Crop Science, or Biology and any science subject. Special: National Diploma in Agriculture, Crop Production, or Horticulture. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Horticulture and Crop Production | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels at Grade C or better (English, Math). 2 ‘A’ Levels in Agriculture, Crop Science, or Biology and any science subject. Special: National Diploma in Agriculture, Crop Production, or Horticulture. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Geography and Environmental Science | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (English, Math). ‘A’ Level pass in Geography and any other science subject. Special: National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Environmental Sciences. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
| PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | MODE & DURATION |
| B.Eng Hons Geomatics and Surveying | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (Math, English, Science). 2 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Physics. Special: National Diploma in Surveying, Geomatics or equivalent. | 5 Years Conventional/Block |
| B.Eng Hons Metallurgical Engineering | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (Math, English, Science). 2 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Chemistry. Special: National Diploma in Minerals Engineering or equivalent. | 5 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Mining Engineering | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (Math, English, Science). 2 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Physics. Special: National Diploma in Mining or equivalent. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
| BSc Hons Mathematics and Statistics | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (Math, English, Science). 2 ‘A’ Level passes including Mathematics. Special: National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in a relevant area. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
FACULTY OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
| PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | MODE & DURATION |
| B.Comm Hons Accounting | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (English, Math). 2 ‘A’ Level passes in at least two: Accounting, Economics, Management of Business, Mathematics, etc. Special: National Diploma in Accounting. | 4 Years Conv/Block/Weekend |
| B.Comm Hons Marketing | Normal: 5 ‘O’ Levels (English, Math). 2 ‘A’ Level passes in any commercial subjects. Special: ND or HND in Marketing. | 4 Years Conventional/Block |
POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
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Master of Philosophy (Faculty of Natural Resources Management and Agriculture): 2-4 Years.
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Master of Philosophy (Faculty of Engineering and the Environment): 2-4 Years.
Application Details (GSU)
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Closing Date: 15 March 2026.
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How to Apply: Online (www.gsu.ac.zw) or email completed forms to
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Fees: USD $10 for undergraduates and postgraduates.
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Payment: EcoCash merchant code
*151*2*2*156125*10#or ZB Bank (Acc: 01224790080012 for Nostro; 01224790080312 for ZWG). 
