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Guide to Prospective Students - 2021
Guide to
Prospective Students
2021
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Content
Welcome 4
Applying to the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) 5
NUST Admission Point Scale 5
The National Qualification Framework (NQF) 6
Types of Applications and Admission Requirements 7
Online Applications 8
Final Selection 9
Registration 9
Tuition Fees 10
Hostel Accommodation 10
Centre for Open and Lifelong Learning (COLL) 12
Faculty of Computing and Informatics 14
Faculty of Engineering 16
Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences 20
Faculty of Human Sciences 24
Faculty of Management Sciences 28
Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences 32
The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business 36
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Welcome Applying to NUST Payment Options:
Please DO NOT send cash in the post. We also DO NOT accept postal
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is Sciences, Human Sciences, Management Sciences, Natural Resources Application Due Dates: orders. Rather make a deposit through the bank.
contributing to wealth creation through excellence in technology- and Spatial Sciences. Additionally, the University established the
oriented career and professional education and training, applied Harold Pupkewitz - Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB) to provide Ordinary Applications: Banking Details:
research and service. As an academic community, we continuously world-class business education that meets the needs of economy and Wednesday, 30 September 2020
Namibia University of Science and Technology, First National Bank,
strive to produce enhanced economic utility through scholarly society in Namibia, SADC and Africa. Mature Age Entry: Account Number: 55500126319, Branch Code: Corporate Branch,
activities, as expressed in discovering, preserving and applying Monday, 31 August 2020 (no late applications will be considered) 281872, International Swift Code: FIRNNANX. Original deposit slips
Our qualifications are nationally and internationally recognised
knowledge. MUST accompany the application form (keep a copy of the deposit
through a rigorous development and approval process including
The Institution was established in 1994 through an Act of Parliament benchmarking and quality assurance. Late Applications: slip for your own record).
and is situated in the heart of the City of Windhoek, Namibia. Since 01 to 31 October 2020
All our students are equipped with relevant computer skills and
then the University has grown to become a top performing higher
knowledge of information systems. Our campus has wireless Non-Refundable Application Fees: Cash Payments:
education institution and was rewarded many rewards including the
connections in strategic places enabling students to use their own Cash payments can be made at the Student Administrative Service
PMR Africa Reviews.
computers to access the Student Kiosk, Webmail and Internet. With Manual Applications: Centre, 13 Jackson Kaujeua Street, Windhoek, or at any NUST Regional
Currently, NUST has over 11,000 students studying on a full-time, almost 2000 computers available in Computer Labs all over the main Centre.
part-time and distance education basis. It consists of six Faculties campus and regional centres, students can use these facilities to • Undergraduate Studies: N$ 220
namely, Computing and Informatics; Engineering, Health and Applied quickly access the Internet between and after classes. • Postgraduate Studies: N$ 330
• Late Applications: N$ 570
Online Application: Free
Admission Point Scale
NUST uses the Admission Point Scale to facilitate admission based on your school-leaving results. Your school-leaving subject symbols or
percentages are converted into points, then added up to determine if you have obtained the minimum number of points required to be
considered for entry into your preferred programme of study.
Note:
1. English is always counted in the calculation of points.
2. Mathematical Literacy (NSC) is not accepted for programmes requiring Mathematics as an admission requirement
NSSC GCE
Cambridge Senior Certificate
Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate General Certificate Of Education
POINTS NSSCH NSSCO NSSCAS HIGCSE IGCSE A-LEVEL AS-LEVEL O-LEVEL HG SG
12 A
11 A B A
10 1 B 1 C B A
9 2 C 2 D C B
8 3 A* D 3 A* E D A* C A
7 4 A E 4 A E A D B
6 B B B E C
5 C C C F D
4 D D D E
3 E E E F
2 F F F F
1 G
NSSCH – Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate – Higher Level; NSSCO – Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate – Ordinary Level (new and old
curricula); NSSCAS – Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate – Advanced Subsidiary Level; HIGCSE – Higher International General Certificate of
Secondary Education; IGCSE – International General Certificate of Secondary Education- Advanced Level, Advanced
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IB
International Baccalaureate
NSC (RSA) National
Senior Certificate
16-20 A
Angola and Congo
16-20 A
Zimbabwe and Zambia
Types of Applications and Admission Requirements
POINTS
HL HIGHER
LEVEL
SL STANDARD
LEVEL
NSC 13-15 B
10-12 C % 13-15 B
10-12 C A-LEVEL O-LEVEL Type Who should apply?
Minimum Admission
Requirements
Rules for Applying
1-9 F 1-9 F
Undergraduate Studies
12 7 A
General Current Grade 11 and 12 25 points in 5 subjects including a • Before you apply to NUST please familiarise yourself with
11 6 7 B Admission learners or learners who minimum E-Symbol in the programmes/qualifications on offer as well as the
Requirements completed Grade 12. English on NSSC Ordinary Level. admission requirements.
10 5 7 6 C
Mature Age Applicants who do Applicants must:
• After deciding on a qualification, you may apply online
9 4 6 5 D 1 (75-100) Entry Scheme not meet the General - have reached the age of 23
Admission Requirements, years on 1 January of the (www. nust.na) or you may submit an application form at
8 3 5 4 A (1 & 2) 75 - 100 18 - 20 E 2 (70-74) but who have passed at academic year for which the NUST Main Campus, or at any of the Regional Centres
7 2 4 3 B (3 & 4) 70 - 74 16 - 17 3 (65-69) least Grade 10/ Standard 8. admission is sought; or via the post.
- have at least a Junior
6 1 3 2 C (5 & 6) 60 - 69 14 - 15 4 (60-64) Secondary Certificate (Standard • Applying online provides you with immediate notification
8/Grade 10); that your application has been received. You will also be
5 2 D (7) 50 - 59 12 - 13 5 (55-59)
- show evidence that they have
worked for at least three years
able to follow the progress of your application online and
4 E (8) 45 - 49 10 -11 6 (45-54)
and; NO application fee is charged. Strategic self-help stations
3 F 40 - 44 08 - 09 7 (35-44) - pass the NUST Numeracy and have been established on the Main Campus as well as at
English Language Proficiency the Regional Centres for those applicants who do not have
2 tests which will take place from
24 to 26 September 2020.
access to internet services. These points will be in operation
from 08:00 to 15:00 daily.
Advanced Standing
IEB Independent Examination • Submit only ONE application. Make sure that you complete
POINTS Botswana Malawi Kenya Tanzania Advanced Applicants with NQF Admission with advanced standing
Board the entire application form.
Standing Credits or qualifications shall be considered under the
12 from other accredited following conditions:
• Incomplete applications will not be considered for
11 7 institutions of higher • NQF Credits must make up
learning who would like to at least the equivalent of one admission.
10 6 A A enter higher study levels study period (one semester or
• All documents as stipulated on page 9 of this Guide must be
within a programme. one year) of the programme
9 5 B B
for which advanced standing is enclosed with your application.
8 4 C C applied for; and
• We do not accept faxed copies of application forms or
• NQF Credits must not be older
7 A (80-100) A 3 D D than eight years and must be supporting documents.
6 B (70-79.99) A-/B+ 2 E E presented in an official original • You will need a valid email address since all admission
academic transcript from the
5 C (60-69.99) C F F institution concerned
correspondence to you will be conducted via email.
4 D (50-59.99) D Postgraduate Studies • After registration, you will be assigned with a free NUST
3 E (40-49.99) FAIL E Honours Degree At least a Bachelor’s degree at email address, where all your future correspondence will be
NQF Level 7 or equivalent send to. No private emails will be used for correspondence
2 F (0.00-39.99) FAIL F Master Degree At least a Bachelor Honours after registration.
degree at NQF Level 8 or
equivalent
Doctoral Degree At least a Master’s Degree at NQF
Specific programmes and general enquiries:
Level 9 or equivalent
Student Information Officer
Notes:
T: +264 61 207 2056
The National Qualifications NQF Level
10
9
Type of Qualification at NUST
Doctorate
Master
1. Individual programmes may have additional admission requirements.
2. For additional admission requirements please consult the relevant NUST
Yearbook.
E: admissions@nust.na
Framework (NQF) 8 Honours, Professional Bachelor Degree, Postgraduate
Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
7 Bachelor Degree
The National Qualifications Framework is a register of all relevant
6 Diploma
and legal qualifications in Namibia kept by the Namibia Qualifications
5 Certificate
Authority. The NQF is made up of ten Levels, each representing a
different Level of complexity in learning and/or the application of
knowledge and skills learnt.
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Online Applications Certified copies of documents that must
accompany your application: Final Selection
How do I apply online? • Some fields have drop-down lists to choose from.
• Part A and B, should be completed by first-time applicants only. • Identity Document/Birth Certificate (Namibian citizens); Passport Final selection for a programme will take place during February 2021,
(non-Namibian citizens); based on the final examination results of all qualifying candidates for
• Should you already have a student number from NUST, please
• Log on to the NUST Website at www.nust.na and click on the • Proof of payment (e.g. original bank deposit slip) or receipt for that programme.
login as a “Registered User.”
“Admissions” link. applying manually;
Our Admission Officers are on standby to assist you, should you have All qualifying candidates will report on campus on dates as determined
• Click on “online application” and choose the type of application e.g. any problems you can send an email to admissions@nust.na or call • Latest school results e.g. Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate by the Registrar and will participate in such specific selection
Undergraduate, Postgraduate etc. (NSSC); processes as may be determined by the Department concerned.
+264 61 207 2056.
• Read the Notes at the top of each page before you continue to the • Current Grade 11 and 12 learners must apply with their August 2020 A qualifying candidate is a candidate who has properly submitted
next page. results;
an application for studies, who has met the general admission
• Declaration and undertaking - If you are under the age of 18, the requirements and who has met the specific admission requirements
form must be co-signed by your legal guardian or parent. for a programme.
Part A Part B In addition to the above-mentioned documents, the following applicants
must also submit the indicated documents:
The final selection process will generally not be applicable to students
who wish to study on a distance education mode, but may be so
Complete your Biographical Information Create your Pin Number Mature Age Entry Scheme Applicants: Reference letter from employer. applied in exceptional cases. Notices will be given in such cases.
Indicating your years of experience as well as the job title.
• Postgraduate Applicants: Certified copies of qualification(s)
obtained after Grade 12 (e.g. Diploma, Degree, etc.) and Original
Academic Record/Transcripts. For Masters’ and Doctoral
Programmes applicants must also attach a proposal motivational
Registration
letter and CV with at least three referees. Registration of students who have been selected and who have applied
• Advanced Standing Applicants: Original Academic Record during the application period in 2020 takes place during February and
transcripts and complete syllabi. March 2021. The dates will be stipulated in your admission letter. You
are expected to report for registration on the exact date as indicated
• Foreign Applicants: Latest qualification in original language and a on your admission letter otherwise you may forfeit your place.
translation if the qualification is in a language other than English,
NQA Evaluation if the qualification is obtained outside the SADC
Region.
You must provide us with a valid email address. Remember your reference number and pin. The pin should not start
with a zero (0) and it should not contain double digits
Part C
Complete your Application
The system will automatically take you to the STUDENT KIOSK to complete your application
COMPLETE STEPS 1 TO 7
Step 1: Ensure that your biographical information is correct. Enter your email address. All correspondence will be via email.
Step 2: The acceptance of the Declaration and Undertaking is mandatory and serves as your electronic signature. The
indicator will be stored on your student file and can be used as a Legal Agreement in a dispute/disciplinary matter.
This form must be printed, signed and uploaded. (If you are under the age of 18, it must also be signed by your
parents or legal guardian).
Step 3: If you have any disability, kindly complete this step – if not, you may skip it.
Step 4: Capture your Grade 12 results. Your results must be converted in to symbols / grades.
Step 5: If you have post-grade 12 qualifications, you can complete this step. If not, you may skip this step.
Step 6: Choose the programme which you would like to study. First choice must be indicated by the number 1 and Second
choice by the number 2. If you would like to change your programme of study you are welcome to send us an email.
Final Step: Your application will be incomplete without the necessary documents being uploaded.
Click on How to upload your documents to ensure that you have uploaded all your documents.
Please ensure that your documents are in .pdf format.
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Tuition Fees Hostel Accommodation
For information regarding fees and subjects kindly see our Fees Three hostels on campus provide a bed capacity of 417 to both male
Booklet at www.nust.na. and female full-time students. Due to limited spaces available,
preference is given to students residing outside the boundaries of the
Tuition fees DO NOT include other expenses such as books
City of Windhoek. The Kitchen Services provide students with a wide
(except study guides for distance education students), stationery,
range of nutritional meals served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. All
accommodation, transport, etc.
residence students will be levied 50% of the meal fees per semester
which is payable whether meals are taken or not. Application forms
for Hostel Accommodation can be found on the NUST Website at
Enquiries regarding payment of application fees: www.nust.na. Registration for residence is done per semester.
Student Debtors
T: +264 61 207 2062/2734/2743
E: studentdebtors@nust.na Other Student Activities
• Sport and Culture: Sports provides a platform for students to
participate in a variety of sport codes while cultural activities
encourage cultural heritage including a week-long cultural festival,
crowning of “Mr and Miss NUST” and other activities.
• Job-placement Services: Provide students with career guidance
counselling e.g. Workshops in CV writing and job-hunting skills,
career guidance programmes e.g. annual Career Fair, graduate
recruitment programme and job placement of students.
• Health Services Clinic: Provides primary health care, focuses on the
prevention of illness and promotes a healthy lifestyle and general
hygiene.
• Social Welfare Services: Focuses on social problems and promotes
mental health for students. Various workshops take place
throughout the year, on topics ranging from relationships, sexual
harassment, stress management, alcohol and substance abuse,
etc.
• Student Counselling and HIV/AIDS Coordination Services: Provides
academic and HIV pre- and post-test counselling. Various events
take place throughout the year e.g. Leadership workshops, HIV/
AIDS Awareness Campaign, HIV/AIDS Peer Counselling Training etc.
Other Services Offered:
• E-Learning: E-Learning is a method of learning utilising electronic
technologies to access educational curricula outside of a traditional
classroom. This means you can study anywhere and at any time,
which is a real plus for those students who have a busy schedule.
• Free web-based email and student web service: Allows students
access to student records, financial statements, examination
time-tables etc.
• Different Societies/Clubs: NUST Debating Society, Religious
Societies, Women in Engineering Society, Aids Awareness Club etc
Department of Student Services
T: +264 61 207 2165
E: dss-hostelapplications@nust.na
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Centre for Open and
Lifelong Learning (COLL)
Quality distance education that works for you…wherever, whenever!
Balance your work and personal life whilst meeting your lifelong World-class course content is offered across ten Regional Centres
learning needs in a flexible, supportive and interactive learning country-wide, with decentralised student support services, which
environment. This can be achieved by enrolling through the distance include: online registration, online tutorials, weekend face-to-face
education mode of study. tutorials, week-long vacation schools, access to the library and
The NUST distance education model embeds a holistic approach computer lab facilities.
to serve a broad profile of students through technology-enhanced
learning using print, multi-media and e-Learning methods of delivery.
Regional Centres
Town Contact Person Physical/Postal Address Tel (+264) Fax Email
Ms Elvire Theron Erf 919, Quinto Cuanavale Avenue etheron@nust.na
GOBABIS Ms Chandre Beukes P O Box 1043, GOBABIS (062) 564 071 062) 564 183
cbeukes@nust.na
Choto open Market,
Mr Christopher Madyaao cmadyaao@nust.na
KATIMA MULILO Natasha Muletwa Dr. Sam Nujoma Street (066) 252 388 (066) 252 202
P O Box 281, KATIMA MULILO nnmuletwa@nust.na
Erf 313, No. 7, Corner of 5th Avenue and
Mr Antonio Stuurmann astuurmann@nust.na
KEETMANSHOOP Mr Millian Josob Luchtenstein Street (063) 221 033 (063) 222 051
P O Box 1780, KEETMANSHOOP mjosob@nust.na
Ms Julia Kabuwanwa Erf 6235, MVA Fund Service Centre jkabuwanwa@nust.na
ONGWEDIVA Ms Josephine Skrywer P O Box 3335, ONGWEDIVA (065) 231 276 (065) 231 277
jskrywer@nust.na
Mbombijazo Avenue, Ministry of Education
Building, Teachers Resource Centre,
OPUWO Ms Ruth Nderura (065) 272 965 (065) 272 967 nderuraruth@gmaill.com
Putwavanga Junior
Secondary School, P O Box 122, OPUWO
Erf: 1766, Central Business District, Ngoma
Mr Festus Shimhulu fshimhulu@nust.na
OUTAPI Ms Theresia Kuuvilwa Street (065) 251368 (065) 251369
PO Box 793, OUTAPI tnkuuvilwa@nust.na
Ms Gwendoline Beukes Erf 1157, Bahnhof Street gbeukes@nust.na
OTJIWARONGO Ms Jacqueline S Hunibes P O Box 607, OTJIWARONGO (067) 301 149 (067) 301 290
jhunibes@nust.na
Erf 452, Independence Avenue, NAMCOL
Mr Charles Lushu clushu@nust.na
RUNDU Ms Aplonia Dikuwa Regional Office (066) 255 270 (066) 255 379
P O Box 2406, RUNDU adikuwa@nust.na
Erf 69, Old Ongopolo Head Office,
Mr Menason Katjirua mkatjirua@nust.na
TSUMEB Ms Paulina Hamukwaya 70 President Avenue (067) 220 483 (067) 220 647
P O Box 463, TSUMEB phamukwaya@nust.na
Erf 3033, Narraville Municipal Offices
Dr Lukas Shikulo lshikulo@nust.na
WALVIS BAY Ms Ndapanda Ampueja Koraal Street (064) 203 603 (064) 209 715
P O Box 8011, Narraville, WALVIS BAY nampueja@nust.na
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Faculty of Computing
Mode of Duration Illustrations of Career
Programme Specialisation(s) Admission Requirement(s)
Studies (Years) Possibilities
Department of Computer Science:
To develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills, and apply these to address/solve
and Informatics
CIT related problems/challenges in the context of an organisation or the community.
Software Development Specialist,
General admission requirements
Bachelor of Computer Science Systems Administration, Systems Administrator,
of NUST including a D-symbol in
(07BCMS) Communication Networks and FM/PM 3 Communication Networks
Mathematics on NSSC ORDINARY
(Revised programme) Software Development Specialist, Computer Network
LEVEL.
Architect.
General admission requirements Security Software Developer, Cyber
Bachelor of Computer Science in
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult The Dean via the Secretary Faculty Officer Cyber Security (07BCCS) NQF Level Cyber Security
of NUST including a D-symbol in
FM/PM 3
Security Consultant, Cryptanalyst,
the NUST Yearbook, Part 4, Faculty of Computing and Informatics on Mathematics on NSSC ORDINARY Cyber Security Analyst or Cyber
Ms Jesaria Hilde Khom-Oabes Ms Julia Semi 7, NQF Credits 372
LEVEL.. Security Administrator.
the NUST website on http://www.nust.na. T: +264 61 207 2258 T: +264 61 207 2923
Bachelor of Computer Communication Networks, A Bachelor degree in Computer Supervisory / Middle Management
E: jkhom-oabes@nust.na E: jsemi@nust.na
Kindly note that due to the numeracy requirements in the Science Honours Software Development, Science or Information Technology
FM/PM 1
and applied research positions in
programmes, admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme is NOT (08BCHC/08BCHS/08BHIS/08BHDF) Information Security, Digital or equivalent qualification at NQF the computing industry, academia
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120 Forensics Level 7. and the public sector.
accepted.
Communication Networks,
Master of Computer Science A Bachelor Honours degree in
Software Development, Mobile Research-
(09MCSC) Computer Science or equivalent 2
Development, Information Security, based
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 qualification at NQF Level 8. Senior management and
Forensic Computing
applied research positions in the
computing industry, academia and
in the public sector.
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Communication Networks, A Master degree in Computer
Research-
Message from the Acting Dean Science (10PDCS) Software Development, Mobile Science or equivalent qualification
based 3
NQF Level 10, NQF Credits 360 Development, Information Security at NQF Level 9.
Welcome to the Faculty of Computing and Informatics.
Department of Informatics:
To develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills and apply these in order to address/solve
The vision of the Faculty is to provide the best regional practical- Computing and Informatics (CI) problems / challenges in the contexts of an organisation..
oriented tertiary education, in Information and Communication General admission requirements
Technology and computer studies, through internationally recognised Informatics Specialist in Business
Bachelor of Informatics (07BAIT) of NUST including a D-symbol in
Business Computing, Informatics FM/PM 3 Computing or Information
programs, research and service to enable students to be professional Revised programme5 Mathematics on NSSC ORDINARY
Systems..
leaders within the national, regional and global knowledge-based LEVEL..
society. A Bachelor degree in Informatics Supervisory or middle management
Bachelor of Informatics Honours
Web Informatics, Business or B.IT in Business Computing or and applied research positions in
(08BIFH/08BIHB) FM/PM 1
The Faculty consists of two departments: the Department of Computer NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120
Informatics equivalent qualification at NQF the computing industry, academia
Science and the Department of Informatics. Level 7. and public sector.
A three-year advanced diploma or
The Faculty also hosts the Centre of Excellence in Information Postgraduate Certificate in
Bachelor degree or an equivalent
Certified Information Systems
Technology (CEIT) in partnership with the Centre for Development of Informatics (08PGCI) Information Systems Audit PM 1 Auditor, Information Security
qualification at NQF Level 7. Two
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 60 Specialist.
Advanced Computing (CDAC) and the government of India. CEIT offers years working experience.
students with the following qualifications in the computing field on
Postgraduate Certificate in
NQF Level 6: Information and Communication
A Bachelor degree in Information
Information and Communications and Communications Technology
Technology Policy and Regulation PM 1 Information Systems Audit
Technology (ICT) (ICT) at an QF Level 7. Two years
Certificate in Ethical Hacking and Information Security, Certificate in (08PCIT)
relevant working Experience.
Advanced Web Technologies and Certificate in Big Data Technologies. NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 60
Further information regarding the intake, dates, admission Master of Informatics (09MINF) Web Informatics, Business
A Bachelor Honours degree
Research-
requirements, etc. of the programmes can be found on our website at in Informatics or equivalent 2 Senior management and
NQF Level 9, Credits 240 Informatics based
qualification at NQF Level 8. applied research positions in the
www.fci.nust.na
Doctor of Philosophy in Informatics A Master’s degree in Informatics computing industry, academia and
Web Informatics, Business Research- in the public sector.
(10PDIN) or equivalent qualification at NQF 3
Informatics based
NQF Level 10, Credits 360 Level 9.
Mr Colin Stanley
Acting Dean
Nat Dip. (Software Eng), B.Tech Hons (Software Dev.), MSc (Comp. Sc)
*Mode of Studies:
FM - Full Time, PM - Part Time, DI - Distance
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Faculty of Engineering
Mode of Duration
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career Possibilities
Studies (Years)
General Admission Requirements of NUST
including D symbols in Mathematics and
Physical Science or Physics on NSSC Ordinary
Level. Applicants who wants to pursue studies
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult The Dean via the Secretary Faculty Officer Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering in Health and Applied Sciences as well as
the NUST Yearbook, Part 5, Faculty of Engineering on the NUST Natural Resources should have also have a FM 1 Bridging programme
Ms Melanie Kandjavera Ms Sonja Samuels and Mathematics (InSTEM)
minimum D symbol in Biology.
website on http://www.nust.na.
T: +264 61 207 2531 T: +264 61 207 2016 Pass at least four N3 or N4 subjects with at
No admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme will be accepted. E: mkandjavera@nust.na E: ssamuels@nust.na least 40% in Mathematics and a Physics
related subject.
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering:
Civil Engineering refers to planning, designing, construction and maintaining the physical and naturally built environment,
including works like bridges, roads, canals, dams and buildings.
30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in
Mathematics, Physical Science or Physics and
an E-symbol in English on NSSC Ordinary Level Engineering technologists in fields like
Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering OR a Pass in at least 4 N5/ N6 subjects with at FM 3 construction, manufacturing, product design,
least 40% in each including Mathematics and testing, or technical services and sales.
Physics equivalent subject OR a pass of the
InSTEM programme.
37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or Professional Engineers (structural,
(08BCIV) Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol FM 4 transportation, water and geotechnical
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 597 in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass of engineering).
the InSTEM programme with at least 60%.
Message from the Dean Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
Relevant Bachelor in Civil Engineering degree
(09MECE) FM/PM 2
at NQF Level 8 or equivalent.
A warm welcome to all prospective applicants. NQF Level 9, NQF Credits: 240
A relevant 4-year Bachelor degree in
Master of Environmental Engineering (09MEEN) Engineering Managers, Senior Engineers,
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career in the NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240
Engineering from a recognized institution or FM/PM 2 Consultants, Researchers, Academics, etc.
equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8.
increasingly high-tech world of the 21st century, engineering is the
correct choice and NUST is the right place to be. Master of Integrated Water Resources A relevant 4-year Bachelor of Engineering
Management (09MIRW) degree from a recognised institution or an PM 2
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8.
The Faculty of Engineering consists of four academic departments
and a Material Testing Institute. The Departments are: Civil and Department of Mining and Process Engineering:
Mining Engineering is concerned with the safe, economic and environmentally sustainable recovery, processing and marketing of mineral resources from the earth. The
Environmental Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Mining Engineering degree programme includes elements from other disciplines including geology,
Mechanical and Marine Engineering; Mining and Process Engineering. metallurgy, accounting, economics and management
The Faculty offers National Diploma, Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum
and Bachelor of Engineering (BEng - professional degree) programmes Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or
Chemical Engineers, Environmental and Safety
in various Engineering disciplines. Your first year of study is common Practitioners, Rist Managers in Financial and
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (08BECE) Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol
FM 4 Investment project, Process Engineer/Manager,
to give you an introduction to the general engineering principles NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 590 in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
Quality Control Engineer, Plant or Refinery
of the InSTEM programme with a score of at
before specialising in the different disciplines in subsequent years of least 60%.
Manager, etc.
study.
Bachelor of Engineering in Mining (08BMIN) NQF 37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum Mining Engineer, Consultant, Junior Lecturer,
Level 8, NQF Credits 594 Researcher, Environmental and Safety
We take pride in our strategic partnership with industry and partner Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or
Practitioners, Banking and Insurance as
Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol
academic institutions through research, collaboration and consultancy. in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
FM 4 Risk Managers and Performance Assessors,
We are proud of our vibrant team of professionals, whose passion Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgy (08BMET) of the InSTEM programme with a score of at Projects Engineer, Projects Manager, Six Sigma
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 585 Champions/Drivers, Mine Manager (Senior
lies in pursuing cutting edge research in the areas of renewable least 60%.
Management Position).
energy, water resources management, manufacturing systems and
sustainable mining practices, amongst others. Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering:
Graduates with professional degrees in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering become involved in the design, performance analysis and optimisation of electronic
and telecommunication systems and products. On the other hand, Electrical Power Engineering graduates get involved in the design, performance analysis and optimisation
If you are still considering your options and have not made up your of power generation, transmission and distribution systems
mind about the course you want to study, I encourage you to get in
30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in
contact with the Head or Deputy Head of each department to obtain a Mathematics, Physical Science or Physics on
better understanding of each discipline. Bachelor of Technology in Power Engineering
NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol in English Engineering technologists in areas of power
on NSSC Ordinary Level OR a pass in at least FM 4 distribution and domestic installations to large
( 35BPEN)
4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% including commercial complexes.
Mathematics and Physics equivalent subjects
OR a pass
Prof Johannes van der Walt 30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in
Mathematics, Physical Science or Physics on
Engineering technologists in areas
NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol in English
Dean Bachelor of Technology in Electronic
Engineering (35BELL)
on NSSC Ordinary Level OR a pass in at least FM 4
of telecommunications and radio/ TV
broadcasting, repair of electronic equipment
4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% including
and systems.
Mathematics and Physics equivalent subjects
BEng (Mech), MEng (Mech), PhD Eng (Mech/Aero) OR a pass of the InSTEM programme.
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Professional Engineers in areas of
Bachelor of Engineering: Electronics and 37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum telecommunications and radio/TV
Telecommunications (08BEET) Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or broadcasting, design of electronic equipment
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 594 Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol
FM 4 and systems.
in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
Bachelor of Engineering: Electrical Power of the InSTEM programme with a score of at Professional Engineers in areas of power
(08BEEP) least 60%. distribution.
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 594
A Bachelor’s degree (Hons) degree in the
following Engineering fields: Mechanical,
Industrial, Electrical, Mining, Metallurgy, Energy Managers, Project Coordinators or
Master of Sustainable Energy Systems FM/PM 2
Agriculture Engineering, Chemical or an Managers
equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8 from a
recognised institution.
Researchers, Scientists Space engineering,
Postgraduate Diploma in Space Technology A Bachelor degree in Electrical, Electronic
weather forecasting, satellite communication
(08PGDS) and Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent FM/PM 1
engineers, resource management and risk
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120 qualification.
management.
Researchers, Space Science Scientists and
A Bachelor degree at NQF Level 7 with majors
analysis of atmospheric information for a broad
Postgraduate Diploma in Space and in Physics or Mathematics or an equivalent
FM/PM 1 range of applications including environmental
Atmospheric Science (08PGDA) degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or
assessment, resource management and risk
Mathematics.
assessment.
A Bachelor’s degree (Honours) in the following
engineering fields: Mechanical, Industrial,
Master of Sustainable Energy Systems (09MSES) Specialist in the areas of Energy Technologies
Electrical, Mining, Metallurgy, Agriculture, FM/PM 2
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 and Management.
Chemical or equivalent qualification at NQF
Level 8 from a recognized institution.
Department of Mechanical and Marine Engineering:
Mechanical Engineering covers a vast range of activities from simple hand tools to spacecraft. Areas of study cover mechanisms, the use of heat to deliver work and the
reverse process, the factors influencing the strength of components of machines and structures, manufacturing processes and design of components
37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum
Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or
Bachelor of Technology in Marine Engineering
Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol
(07BTME)
in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
FM 4½ Chief Engineer, Captain
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 492
of the InSTEM programme with a score of at
least 60%.
30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in
Mathematics, Physical Science or Physics on Engineering technologists in areas of
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol in English mechanical engineering regarding mechanical
Engineering (07BMEC) NQF Level 7, NQF Credits on NSSC Ordinary Level OR a pass in at least FM 4 design, energy conversion, materials testing,
564 4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% including manufacturing processes, product safety and
Mathematics and Physics equivalent subjects reliability.
OR a pass of the InSTEM programme.
37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum
Professional Engineers in areas of mechanical
Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical engineering regarding mechanical design,
Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol
Engineering (08BEME)
in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
FM 4 energy conversion, materials testing,
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 594 manufacturing processes, product safety and
of the InSTEM programme with a score of at
reliability.
least 60%.
37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum
Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science or Industrial Managers in private and public
Bachelor of Engineering: Industrial Engineering
Physics on NSSC Higher Level and a D-symbol sectors such as manufacturing, mining,
(08BIND)
in English on NSSC Ordinary Level or a pass
FM 4 consultancies, banking, healthcare, transport
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 594
of the InSTEM programme with a score of at and agriculture.
least 60%.
A relevant Bachelor of Engineering degree Operations Managers, Quality Assurance
Master of Industrial Engineering (09MIEN)
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240
at NQF Level 8 or equivalent with a research FM/PM 2 Managers, Productivity Analysts, Supply Chain
component, be employed or self-employed. Managers, Project Managers etc.
All Engineering Departments:
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (with specialisations in Civil and Environmental; Mechanical, Industrial and Marine; Mining, Chemical, Metallurgy and Petroleum;
Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering.
Holder of a qualification at NQF Level 9 University Academics, Researcher, Consultant,
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering ( 10DRPE)
or equivalent in relevant sub-fields of FM/PM 3
NQF Level 10, NQF Credits 350 Senior Manager in public or private sector.
Engineering.
*Mode of Studies:
FM - Full Time, PM - Part Time, DI - Distance
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Faculty of Health and
Mode of Duration Illustrations of Career
Programme Description Admission Requirement(s)
Studies (Years) Possibilities
Department of Health Sciences:
Professional degree that enables General admission requirements
Applied Sciences
students to apply principles and including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 18
techniques in the routine and points for Biology, Mathematics
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory specialized analysis of biological or Physical Science. No symbol Registered Medical Laboratory
Sciences (08BMLS) specimens and other substances. should be lower than a C symbol. FM 4 Scientists in clinical laboratories,
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 511 Students will be able to integrate NSSC New Curriculum: 24 points for food industry, water analysis etc.
laboratory tests and results with Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
pathophysiological conditions and and Physics. No symbol should be
conduct supervised research. lower than a B on Ordinary Level. .
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult The Dean via the Secretary Faculty Officer General admission requirements
Professional degree that enables
including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 15
the NUST Yearbook, Part 6, Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences on Ms Muriel Mouton Ms Mercia Richards students to play a vital role
points for Biology, Mathematics
in preventative health care to
Bachelor of Environmental Health or Physical Science. No symbol
our website at www.nust.na. T: +264 61 207 2870 T: +264 61 207 2870 Sciences (08BOHS)
prevent the outbreak of disease,
should be lower than a C symbol. FM 4
Registered Environmental Health
as well as in health management Practitioner, Health Inspectors.
E: mmouton@nust.na E: mrichards@nust.na NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 517
systems as an integral part of the
NSSC New Curriculum: 20 points for
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Kindly note that admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme is not National Health Care programme in
and Physics. No symbol should be
communities.
accepted unless so indicated. This option is only for applicants with lower than a C on Ordinary Level.
relevant experience in the medical fields. General admission requirements
including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 12
Graduates of this programme will points for Biology, Mathematics
be able to competently integrate or Physical Science. No symbol
and apply theoretical principles should be lower than a D symbol.
and practical clinical procedures NSSC New Curriculum: 18 points
Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care and techniques in order to for Biology, Mathematics and Registered Emergency Care
(07BOMC) independently provide emergency either Physics or Chemistry. No FM 3 Technician, Advanced Life Support
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 388 medical care to injured and/or symbol should be lower than a B on Practitioners (Paramedics).
Message from the Dean ill patients within the scope of
practice stipulated by the Health
Ordinary Level or a D on Advanced
Level.
Professions Council of Namibia Mature Age Entry applications
Welcome to all prospective students. It is indeed my pleasure to take (HPCNA). must pass with 60% and 50% in
you through the Faculty’s programmes and activities. NUST English and Mathematics
tests
The Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences at the of Namibia This programme will equip
University of Science and Technology is designated to provide students with the relevant A Bachelor of Pre-Hospital /
Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care knowledge and skills in disaster Emergency Medical Care at NQF
professional programmes aimed at producing cadres concerned with Honours (08BMCH) management, community health level 7 with at least 360 NQF credits FM 1
Registered Advanced Life Support
improving public health through; disease prevention, emergency Practitioners (Paramedics).
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120 paramedicine and clinical care or equivalent qualification from a
medical care, disease diagnosis, patient care and management. applicable to the emergency recognized institution.
The Faculty also takes on board Basic Sciences and Mathematics, in medical care setting.
line with the national Vision 2030 and the mission and vision of the General admission requirements
Namibia University of Science and Technology, which is to be a world- including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 15
Students will be equipped with points for Biology, Mathematics Positions in public and private
class teaching and research institution. Bachelor of Science in Health
cognitive and intellectual skills or Physical Science. No symbol sectors, municipalities, research
Information Systems Management
to manage health information should be lower than a C symbol. FM 3 institutions, other health related
The Faculty consists of three departments, namely: Health Sciences, (07BHIS)
with the ultimate aim of ensuring NSSC New Curriculum: 20 points for institutions as well as teaching/
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 361
Natural and Applied Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics. quality health service delivery. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics training institutions.
and Physics. No symbol should be
lower than a C on Ordinary Level.
As a new and young faculty at the NUST we value strategic partnerships
with our stake holders and other academic institutions in teaching, General admission requirements
including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 15
research, service provision and consultancy. points for Biology, Mathematics
Students will have comprehensive
or Physical Science. No symbol Registered Nutritionists in various
knowledge or human nutrition,
should be lower than a C symbol. positions in public and private
Bachelor of Human Nutrition the related biosciences and their
NSSC New Curriculum: 20 points for sector, municipalities, research
(08BOHN) application to maintenance of FM 4
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics institution, health related intuitions
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 482 human health in public domains
and Physics. No symbol should be as well as teaching/training
as well as the prevention and
lower than a C on Ordinary Level. institutions.
management of disease.
Mature Age Entry applications
must pass with 50% in NUST
English and Mathematics tests.
This programme will expose
Postgraduate Diploma in Health
students to advanced concepts, A Health Sciences Bachelor degree
Information Systems Management Health Information Systems
theories, tools and methods of at NQF Level 7 or equivalent with PM 1
(08PGHM) Manager.
Health Information Systems an emphasis on Health Sciences.
Dr Onesmus Shuungula NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120
Management.
Graduates will be able to make
Dean The degree is designed for A Bachelor of Environmental Health meaningful contributions to the
candidates with Health Sciences Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or development of expertise in areas
Master of Health Sciences (09MOHS)
background who seek to deepen Emergency Medical Care Honours FM/PM 1 of specialization and is a basis
BSc (Maths and Stats), BSc Hons (Maths), MSc (Maths), PhD (Maths) NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240
and enhance competencies in at NQF Level 8 or equivalent for further studies in the same or
specific area of Health Sciences. qualification from recognised related cognate are at Doctoral
level.
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Department of Natural and Applied Sciences:
Graduates will be equipped with
cognitive, problem-solving and
General admission requirements
key transferable skills necessary
including: NSSC Old Curriculum: 15 Employment opportunities in
for addressing a wide range of
points for Biology, Mathematics private and
pressing challenges in relation to
or Physical Science. No symbol government institutions
Bachelor of Science (07BOSC) Science, Technology, Engineering
should be lower than a C symbol. FM 3 e.g. laboratories, manufacturing,
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 370 and Mathematics. The programme
NSSC New Curriculum: 20 points for biotech, food processing,
structure facilitates exposure of
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics agriculture and environmental
students to a variety of disciplines
and Physics. No symbol should be organisations.
and in the final year specialisation
lower than a C on Ordinary Level.
towards Biology, Chemistry or
Physics.
Employment opportunities
The programme aims at in private and government
A Bachelor of Science degree at
Bachelor of Science Honours consolidating and deepening the institutions, e.g. laboratories,
NQF Level 7 or equivalent, worth at FM 1
(08BOSH) knowledge and expertise in applied manufacturing, biotech, food
least 360 NQF NQF Credits.
natural science disciplines. processing, agriculture and
environmental organisations.
This programme covers commercial
applications of nuclear techniques
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied A Bachelor of Science degree on
in the fields of energy, agriculture
Radiation Science and Technology NQF Level 7 which incorporates Health Information System
and water resource management, PM 1
(08PGRS) physics or chemistry as a major Manager
biology and medicine,
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120 subject.
environmental and nuclear waste
minimization and nuclear security.
Department of Mathematics and Statistics:
General admission requirements
Graduates will be able to
include a B-symbol in Mathematics
demonstrate an in-depth
Bachelor of Science in Applied on NSSC Ordinary Level. Candidates
knowledge of Mathematics and
Mathematics and Statistics who obtain a C-symbol in Various positions in the Industry as
Statistics in modelling and solving PM/ FM 3
(07BAMS) Mathematics will be required Planner, Analyst, Statistician
problems related to business,
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 402 to sit for an entrance test in
economics, management and other
Mathematics. No Mature Age Entry
real world phenomena.
applications will be accepted.
Postgraduate specialising degree
that aims at consolidating and
Various positions at ICT service
Bachelor of Science Honours in deepening the knowledge and
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics providers, research organisations,
Applied Mathematics (08BSMH) expertise in the Mathematics PM/ FM 1
and Statistics degree or equivalent. consulting firms, or government
NQF Level 8, Credit 120 discipline and to develop students’
agencies.
capacity to conduct supervised
research of an applied nature.
The programme will enable
Various positions at ICT service
Bachelor of Science Honours in students to evaluate and apply
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics providers, research organisations,
Applied Statistics (08BSSH) NQF mathematical theories, techniques PM/ FM 1
and Statistics degree or equivalent. consulting firms, or government
Level 8, NQF Credits 120 and models to solve complex
agencies.
mathematical related
The programme is designed to
enable students to evaluate and
solve complex mathematical
Bachelor of Science Honours in
related problems in the specialised Various senior positions or
Master of Science in Applied Applied Mathematics or equivalent
areas of Optimisation (including consultants in business financial
Mathematics (09MSAM)
Operations Research), Generalised
qualification in a related discipline PM/ FM 2½ service industries and health
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 with evidence of having conducted
Fluid Dynamics, Financial informatics.
supervised research.
Mathematics, Computational
Methods, Biomathematics and
Mathematical Ecology.
The Programme is of an
interdisciplinary nature that aims
Bachelor of Science Honours in
at consolidating and deepening Various senior positions or
Master of Science in Applied Applied Statistics or equivalent
the knowledge and expertise in the consultants in business financial
Statistics (09MSAS)
statistics discipline and to develop
qualification in a related discipline PM/ FM 2½ service industries and health
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 with evidence of having conducted
students’ capacity to conduct informatics.
supervised research.
supervised research of applied
nature.
*Mode of Studies:
FM - Full Time, PM - Part Time, DI - Distance
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Faculty of Human Sciences
Mode of Duration
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Illustrations of Career Possibilities
Studies (Years)
Department of Health Sciences:
Programmes aim at equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in communication management and administration.
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult The Dean via the Secretary Faculty Officer Bachelor of Communication
General admission requirements of NUST including a
(07BACO) FM/PM/DI 3
the NUST Yearbook, Part 3, Faculty of Human Sciences on our website Ms Marilyn P Muinjo Ms Gillian Feris NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 370
minimum D symbol in English at NSSC Ordinary Level.
Communication Managers, Speech Writers, Public
at www.nust.na. T: +264 61 207 2325 T: +264 61 207 2160
Relations Officers, Press Liaison Officers.
E: mmuinjo@nust.na E: gferis@nust.na Bachelor of Communication
A Bachelor of Communication or an equivalent
Honours (08BCOH) PM 1
qualification at NQF Level 7.
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120
Bachelor of English (07BAEN) General admission requirements of NUST including a
FM/PM/DI 3
NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 377 minimum D symbol in English at NSSC Ordinary Level.
Bachelor of English Honours Various positions in teaching, acting, editing,
A Bachelor of English or an equivalent qualification at
Message from the Dean (08BENH)
NQF Level 7.
PM/DI 1 publishing, curriculum development, production of in-
NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120 house magazines and newsletters, translations etc.
A warm welcome to all prospective students.
As a Faculty, we recognise the importance of producing globally competitive graduates Master of English and Applied Bachelor of English Honours or an equivalent
as development challenges increasingly interlink and intertwine beyond geographic and Linguistics (09MEAL) qualification at NQF Level 8 from a recognized FM/PM 2
language divides. We ensure graduates champion the development aspirations outlined NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 institution worth at least 120 NQF Credits.
in NDP 2030 and espouse the values of NUST. Below, I share briefly the Departmental
offerings including some of the career opportunities for our graduates.
The Department of Communication offers undergraduate and graduate programmes Bachelor of Journalism and Media General admission requirements of NUST as well as
in Communication, English, Journalism and Media Technology. Graduates from this Technology (07BJMT) a pass in a special English test as well as a journalism PM 3
Department have brought passion and energy to professions such as teaching, NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 361 related general knowledge test.
journalism and public relations and the media. They serve in public and private Journalist, Public Relations and Communications,
sectors while others have ventured into cultural industries as entrepreneurs providing Multi-media design and production etc.
employment opportunities for the youth. Some graduates enrolled in the Master in Bachelor of Journalism and Media
A Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology or
English and Applied Linguistics programme affirming the need for post-graduate Technology Honours (08BJMH)
equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7.
PM 1
studies in the Faculty. NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 120
The Department of Education and Languages offers Technical and Vocational Education
collaborating with stakeholders in the education and international development Media Managers, Editors, Academics, Freelance
Master of Journalism and Media A Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology
sectors. The TVET sector was identified as critical for driving youth skills development FM (Block Journalists, Media Commentators/Critics, Producers
Technology (09MJMT Honours NQF Level 8. Applicants must have proven 1
and employment in NDP 2030 and the Harambee Plan of Action. This has given Sessions) and Directors of Media Projects, Media Entrepreneurs,
NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240) evidence of having conducted supervised research.
impetus to our internal curriculum development process. Further, the global interest in Media Experts.
enhancing and re-positioning TVET education has added to our own vigour to develop
vibrant and relevant TVET programmes. Department of Education and Languages:
The Education sector offers qualifications which provide opportunities to individuals and with industrial experience who want to make career change or develop a career in
The Department of Social Sciences offers a diverse range of programmes cutting across Vocational Education and Training. The Language Sector: In addition to the English communication courses offered for formal qualifications, non-formal language proficiency
criminal justice, legal studies and public management. The criminal justice programme courses in e.g. Afrikaans, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Oshikwanyama, Oshindonga, Otjiherero are offered.
offers learning opportunities in policing and correctional management. The Department
has developed crucial stakeholder partnerships with the Namibia Police Service and General admission requirements of NUST. Applicants
Diploma in Technical and Vocational
the Namibia Correctional Services. We value these partnerships given the challenges must be qualified in a designated trade and have
Education and Training: Trainer FM/PM/DI 1 Professional Vocational Instructor.
of law enforcement, peace, security and justice at national and global levels. The at least three years relevant and valid industrial
(06DTVT)
public management programme has facilitated the development of critical experience in the relevant occupational domain.
capabilities at local and regional levels. The Department’s contribution to
building capacity for good governance in Namibia and across the continent General admission requirements of NUST.
cannot be underestimated. As a Faculty, we believe our programmes Applicants must also be qualified in a designated trade
will contribute to building just and safe communities and meeting the Diploma in Technical and and have at least one year managerial experience in
Leadership and Management positions in the TVET
aspirations of the Africa Union’s Agenda 2063. Vocational Education and Training: a VTC/COSDEC/TVET institution or applicants who FM/PM/DI 1
field.
Management (06DTVM) completed the TVET training at NQF Level 3 or similar
qualification are eligible to apply.
Prof Alinah Segobye
Dean
BA (Humanities), PGDE, MPhil (Archaeology),
PhD (Archaeology)
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