ROBERT MUGABE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION BLOCK RELEASE PROGRAMMES
HARARE COHORT SCHOOL
VENUE: SEKE TEACHERS COLLEGE
The Great Zimbabwe University is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to enroll in the following, Block Release Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degree Programmes in the Robert Mugabe School of Education and Culture to start in August 2017.
NOTES:
- Block Release Programmes in the School for the Harare Cohort will run during the August 2017 school holidays at Seke Teachers College.
- Applicants must clearly indicate on the Application Form that they are applying for the Harare Cohort Programmes at Seke Teachers College.
- The closing date for submission of completed application forms Friday 28 July 2017.
ROBERT MUGABE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Programme | Entry Requirements |
Post-graduate programmes
Master of Education Degree Programmes: (2 years Block Release) · Curriculum Studies · Languages (ChiShona, Ndebele, English) · Early Childhood Development · Special Needs Education · Sociology · Psychology · Philosophy |
Entry Requirements
a) A relevant first degree from this University or any other recognized University with an overall degree pass of 2.2 or better. In addition, the candidate must possess Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Education from a recognized University. b)At least one (1) year experience in approved educational work |
Post-Graduate Diploma in Higher and Tertiary Education (1 year Block Release) | a) At least five (5) ‘O’ Level passes at Grade C or better or the equivalent
b) A first degree or other qualifications acquired by a candidate that may be approved by Senate |
Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education (2 Years Block Release)
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a) At least five (5) “O” level passes including English Language with a grade C or better. A pass at “A” level shall be an added advantage.
b)Hold qualifications accepted by the University as equivalent to the foregoing; c) Have at least one (1) year working experience in a relevant area of specialization; current engagement in the practice of adult or tertiary education will be an added advantage.
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Bachelor of Education Honours Degree Primary ( In-Service) (21/2 Years Block Release)
Subjects on offer: English, Art Education, ,Environmental Science ChiShona, Ndebele, Mathematics, Religious Studies, Music, XiChangana/XiTsonga, Tshivenda, Tonga, Kalanga, Nambya, Culture and Heritage Studies, Sign Language, Agriculture, Social Studies and Home Economics. |
a)At least 5 ‘O’ level passes with a Grade ‘C’ or better including English Language
b) A teaching Certificate or Diploma at Primary School level. |
Bachelor of Education Honours Degree In-Service (21/2 Years Block Release)
· Sociology · Psychology · Educational Leadership and Management |
a)At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes at Grade C or better including English Language and Mathematics
b)A Certificate or Diploma in Primary or Secondary Education
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Bachelor of Education Honours Degree Secondary ( In-Service) (21/2 Years Block Release)
Subjects on offer: English, Art Education, ChiShona, Ndebele, Mathematics, History, Building Technology, Geography, Religious Studies, Biology, Music, Chemistry, XiChangana/XiTsonga, Tshivenda, Tonga, Kalanga, Nambya, Culture and Heritage Studies, Sign Language, Agriculture, Information Technology , Food and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles,Art and Design and Home Economics, Accounting, Business Studies, Sociology.
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a)At least 5 ‘O’ level passes with a Grade ‘C’ or better including English Language
b)At least an ‘A’ level subject in the intended area of specialization c) A teaching Certificate or Diploma at Secondary School level. |
Bachelor of Education Honours Degree Secondary In-Service Bridging Programme (1 year block release)
Subjects on offer Religious Studies, Art and Design, Music, Food and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles, Agriculture, Accounting, Information Technology, Building Technology. |
Normal Entry
a) At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes including English Language at Grade C or better. b) A Diploma from a recognized institute of higher learning in the subject area to be studied. c) At least two (2) years teaching experience at secondary school level and should be able to provide proof of such experience in the form of a confirmation letter from the School Head or District Education Officer
NOTE: Candidates who successfully complete the Bridging Programme will be eligible to study for the Bachelor of Education Honours Degree (Secondary In-service) programme whose duration is two and a half years (Block Release) |
Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Special Needs Education (In-Service) (21/2 Years Block Release)
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a) At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes at Grade C or better including English Language or the equivalent.
b) Attained a satisfactory standard of performance on any entrance test which the University may administer for the purpose of entry. c) An ‘A’ level pass is an added advantage. d) A teaching Certificate or Diploma at primary or secondary level or a qualification in Special Needs Education/Disability Studies recognized by the University. .
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Bachelor of Education Honours Degree in Early Childhood Development (In-Service) (21/2 Years Block Release)
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a) At least five (5) ‘O’ level passes at Grade C or better including English Language or the equivalent.
b) Attained a satisfactory standard of performance on any entrance test which the University may administer for the purpose of entry. c) An ‘A’ level pass is an added advantage. d) A teaching Certificate or Diploma in education specialising in Infant Education or Early Childhood Development recognized by the University.
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Bachelor of Adult and Continuing Education Honours Degree (3 Years Block Release)
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a) At least five (5) “O” level passes including English Language with a grade C or better. A pass at “A” level shall be an added advantage.
b) A Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education or its equivalent. c) Have at least one (1) year working experience in a relevant area of specialization; current engagement in the practice of adult or tertiary education will be an added advantage.
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HOW TO APPLY: –
Complete an official application form, which can be obtained from the Admissions Office, Great Zimbabwe University upon payment of a non-refundable application fee of $20. 00 for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes. No application is valid unless the appropriate application fee has been paid. Application forms can be downloaded from the University website: www.gzu.ac.zw. The downloaded application forms must be accompanied by a valid receipt or bank deposit slip marked (Application Fee). Application fees can be deposited into any of the following University Accounts:
Account Name : Great Zimbabwe University, Masvingo Branch
Account Number : ZB Bank – 4407-413851-200
CBZ – 02520620340038
The completed form with certified copies of educational certificates, academic transcripts, birth certificate/ national ID and marriage certificate, where applicable, should be addressed to:
The Administrative Assistant
Admissions and Students Records
Great Zimbabwe University
P.O Box 1235
Masvingo
Telephone: +263(039) 266838, 266647, 266654, 266656, 266658, +263782780661/662
The closing date for submission of completed application forms Friday 28 July 2017.