Harare Institute of Technology Announces August 2026 Intake for B Tech (Honours) Degree Programmes

Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) is now accepting applications for its August 2026 intake into various Undergraduate Bachelor of Technology (Honours) Degree Programmes. The institution, with its motto “success through innovation” and vision of “Designing the future”, invites qualified candidates to apply for full-time four or five-year programmes starting in August 2026.

Applicants with special needs are strongly encouraged to apply.

General Entry Requirements

For all degree programmes, candidates must have:

• Five ‘O’ Level passes at Grade ‘C’ or better

• Passes in Mathematics and English Language

Available Programmes by School

1.0 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

1.1 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Engineering (5 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Physics, Mathematics and a third approved subject (Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science or equivalent)

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electronic Engineering, Electronic Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Biomedical Technology, Medical Electronics or equivalent

1.2 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Chemical and Process Systems Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Mathematics, Chemistry and a third approved subject (Physics, Technical Drawing, Computer Science, Biology or Mechanical Engineering and Metallurgy)

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Chemical and Process Systems Engineering or equivalent

1.3 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Electronic Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Two passes in Mathematics and Physics and a third approved science subject

• OR National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering or equivalent

1.4 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Mathematics and Physics/Physical Science plus any one of: Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Drawing, or equivalent

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

1.5 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Polymer Technology and Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Two passes in Chemistry and either Mathematics or Physics

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Polymer Technology and Engineering or equivalent

1.6 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Materials Technology and Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or any other equivalent subject

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Materials Technology and Engineering or equivalent

1.7 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Information Technology (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes in Mathematics/Statistics and one of: Physics, Computer Science or Software Engineering or their equivalent

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science or equivalent

1.8 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Information Technology (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes in Mathematics and Computer Science or Physics or any other relevant Science subject

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Information Technology or equivalent

1.9 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Information Security and Assurance (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes in Mathematics and Computer Science/Computing/Physics or any other related subject

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Information and Security Assurance or equivalent

1.10 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Software Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes in Mathematics/Statistics and one of: Physics, Computer Science or Software Engineering or their equivalent

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in relevant field

2.0 SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY

2.1 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Food Processing Technology (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Chemistry and any other two in Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Food Science

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Food Processing Technology or equivalent plus minimum two years relevant post-qualification experience

2.2 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Biotechnology (4 years)

• A Level: Two passes in Biology and Chemistry, and a third approved subject (Physics or Mathematics)

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Biotechnology or equivalent

3.0 SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

3.1 Bachelor of Pharmacy Honours Degree (4 years)

• A Level: At least three passes in Chemistry, Mathematics and either Biology or Physics

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Pharmaceutical Technology or equivalent plus minimum two years relevant post-qualification experience

3.2 Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Diagnostic Radiography (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry

• OR Diploma in Radiography or Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent

• NB: Accepted students must submit proof of Hepatitis B vaccination on registration day

3.3 Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Therapeutic Radiography (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry

• OR Diploma in Radiography or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Radiography or equivalent plus minimum two years relevant post-qualification experience

• NB: Accepted students must submit proof of Hepatitis B vaccination on registration day

4.0 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

4.1 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Financial Engineering (4 years)

• A Level: Three passes in Commercial or Science subjects, including Mathematics

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Financial Engineering or equivalent

4.2 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Electronic Commerce (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes, including one of: Mathematics, Accounting, or Computer Science and any other from: Business Studies, Economics, Physics or relevant commercial subject

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in E-Commerce or equivalent

4.3 B Tech (Hons) Degree in Forensic Accounting and Auditing (4 years)

• A Level: At least two passes, including one of: Accounting, Mathematics or Computer Science and any other Commercial or Science subject

• OR National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in relevant field

How to Apply

1. Online Application: Applications are done online via the University website: www.hit.ac.zw

2. Application Fee:

   • Local applicants: US$20.00 (non-refundable)

   • International applicants: US$50.00 (non-refundable)

3. Required Documents (to be attached online as certified copies):

   • Relevant academic and/or professional certificates, results slip, or transcripts

   • National Identity Card or passport page(s) with personal details

   • Birth Certificate

4. Payment Methods:

   • Paynow Platform (preferred)

   • Stanbic Bank Nostro Account: 9140000927995, Swift Code: SBICZWHX, Harare Southern Branch

   • CBZ Account: 10720583120125, Swift Code: COBZZWHA, Branch Sort Code: 6120, Harare SAPPHIRE Branch

Important Dates

• Closing date: Friday, 13 February 2026 at 1600 hrs

• Late applications considered until: Friday, 27 February 2026

Contact Information

The Assistant Registrar-Admissions
Harare Institute of Technology
PO Box BE 277
Belvedere
HARARE

Email: admissions@hit.ac.zw
Tel: 0242 741422 – 24 / 0242 741426 – 33

Website: www.hit.ac.zw

International candidates with Advanced Level or its equivalent are encouraged to apply.

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