Guide to Prospective Students - 2024

2024
Guide to Prospective
Students

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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

Satellite Campuses and Lifelong Learning Support 11

Regional Centres 11

Regional Resource Centres 11

Welcome to Eenhana Satellite Campus 12

Programmes on Offer 13

Faculty of Computing and Informatics 14

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment 18

Faculty of Health, Natural Resources and Applied Sciences 28

Faculty of Commerce, Human Sciences and Education 28

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Welcome
The Institution was established in 1994 through an Act of Parliament is no doubt that futuristic trends emerged, and that the COVID-19
and is situated in the heart of the City of Windhoek, Namibia. Since pandemic accelerated our digital transformation agenda. We are
then, the University has grown to become a top performing higher thus, proud to have successfully integrated a fully operational
education institution. online mode of teaching, learning and assessment, which further
NUST currently has over 15,000 students studying on a full-time, expanded access and convenience for the student community.
part-time and distance education basis. The university consists Our campus is equipped with wireless Internet connection hot-
of four Faculties, namely, Computing and Informatics; Commerce, spots, enabling students to use their own devices to access the
Human Sciences and Education; Engineering and the Built Student Kiosk, Webmail and online lessons to optimise their studies
Environment; Health, Natural Resources andApplied Sciences. and research activities on site.
Additionally, the institution established the Harold Pupkewitz
To harness a culture towards an engaging ecosystem, all our
- Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB) to provide world-class
programmes incorporate an element of internship or work
business education that meets Namibia, SADC and Africa’s socio-
integrated learning to develop our students’ competencies on a
economic development needs.
local and international level, through collaborative projects such as
The University endeavours to meet international standards through the B360 Education Partnerships.
its values of excellence, institutional autonomy and academic
Finally, our qualifications are globally recognised, and are constantly
freedom, collegiality, accountability and sustainability, and diversity.
subjected to a rigorous development, assessment, and endorsement
In today’s fast-paced world, where technology is constantly
processes, inclusive of benchmarking and quality assurance audits.
evolving, we have been granted an opportunity to revitalise our
higher education landscape for the post-COVID generation. There

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Applying to NUST
Application Due Dates: Payment Options:
Ordinary Applications: Please DO NOT send cash in the post. We also DO NOT accept postal
Friday, 06 October 2023 orders. Preferably make a deposit through the bank.
Mature Age Entry: Banking Details:
Thursday, 31 August 2023 (no late applications will be considered)
Namibia University of Science and Technology, First National Bank,
Late Applications: Account Number: 55500126319, Branch Code: Corporate Branch,
09 to 20 October 2023 281872, International Swift Code: FIRNNANX. Original deposit slips
MUST accompany the application form (keep a copy of the deposit
slip for your own record).
Non-Refundable Application Fees: Cash Payments:
• Undergraduate Studies: N$ 240 (Manual or Online)
Cash payments can be made at the Student Administrative Service
• Postgraduate Studies: N$ 360
Centre, 13 Jackson Kaujeua Street, Windhoek, or at any NUST
• Late Applications: N$ 690
Regional Centre.

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

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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NSC (RSA)
IB
National Senior Angola and Congo Zimbabwe and Zambia
International Baccalaureate
Certificate
HL HIGHER SL STANDARD
POINTS NSC % A-LEVEL O-LEVEL
LEVEL LEVEL
12 7 A
11 6 7 B
10 5 7 6 C
9 4 6 5 D 1 (75-100)

8 3 5 4 A (1 & 2) 75 - 100 18 - 20 E 2 (70-74)

7 2 4 3 B (3 & 4) 70 - 74 16 - 17 3 (65-69)

6 1 3 2 C (5 & 6) 60 - 69 14 - 15 4 (60-64)

5 2 D (7) 50 - 59 12 - 13 5 (55-59)

4 E (8) 45 - 49 10 -11 6 (45-54)

3 F 40 - 44 08 - 09 7 (35-44)

IEB Independent Examination

POINTS Botswana Malawi Kenya Tanzania
Board
12

11 7
10 6 A A
9 5 B B
8 4 C C
7 A (80-100) A 3 D D
6 B (70-79.99) A-/B+ 2 E E
5 C (60-69.99) C F F

4 D (50-59.99) D

3
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The National Qualifications NQF Level

10
9
Type of Qualification at NUST
Doctorate
Master

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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Types of Applications and Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission
Type Who should apply?
Requirements
Undergraduate Studies
Rules for Applying
General Applicants in possession 25 points in 5 subjects including a
Admission with a final year school- minimum E-Symbol in General Rules:
Requirements leaving certificate or English on NSSC Ordinary Level.
current Grade 11 (Namibia • Before you apply to NUST please familiarise yourself with
only) or Grade 12 learners. the programmes/qualifications on offer as well as the
Mature Age Applicants who do Applicants must: admission requirements.
Entry Scheme not meet the General - have reached the age of 23
Admission Requirements, years on 1 January of the • Submit only ONE application. Make sure that you complete
but who have passed at academic year for which the entire application form.
least Grade 10/ Standard 8. admission is sought;
- have at least a Junior • Incomplete applications will not be considered for
Secondary Certificate (Standard admission.
8/Grade 10);
- show evidence that they have • All documents as stipulated on page 9 of this Guide must
worked for at least three years be enclosed with your application.
and;
- pass the NUST Numeracy and • We do not accept faxed copies of application forms or
English Language Proficiency
supporting documents.
tests which will take place from
21 to 23 September 2023. • You will need a valid email address since all admission
Advanced Standing correspondence to you will be conducted via email.
Advanced Applicants with NQF Admission with advanced standing • After registration, you will be assigned with a free NUST
Standing Credits or qualifications shall be considered under the
email address, where all your future correspondence will be
from other accredited following conditions:
institutions of higher • NQF Credits must make up send to. No private emails will be used for correspondence
learning who would like to at least the equivalent of one after registration.
enter higher study levels study period (one semester or
within a programme. one year) of the programme
for which advanced standing is Applying for Undergraduate Studies:
applied for; and
• NQF Credits must not be older You are welcome to apply online. See page 8 for further details.
than eight years and must be
presented in an official original
Note: Applicants who apply via the Mature Age Entry Scheme,
academic transcript from the
institution concerned. Advanced Standing or Resumption of Studies, must download the
Postgraduate Studies application form from our website at [Link], complete it and
submit physically or email to admissions@[Link].
Honours Degree At least a Bachelor’s degree at
NQF Level 7 or equivalent.
Master Degree At least a Bachelor Honours Applications for Postgraduate Studies:
degree at NQF Level 8 or
Applicants for postgraduate studies can download the application
equivalent.
form from our website at [Link], complete it and submit it
Doctoral Degree At least a Master’s Degree at NQF
Level 9 or equivalent. physically or email to admissions@[Link].
Notes:
1. Individual programmes may have additional admission requirements.
2. For additional admission requirements please consult the relevant NUST
Yearbook.
Enquiries
Student Information Officer
T: +264 61 207 2056
E: admissions@[Link]

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Online Applications
Applying online
Log on to the NUST website at [Link] Note: Online applications are only available for undergraduate studies. If you apply
and click on the “Admissions” link and then on for special entry e.g. Advanced Standing or Mature age or postgraduate studies, kindly
“Prospective Students”. download the application form from our website.

Part A: Biographical Information:

Complete your Biographical Information and click on “save”. The system will
automatically take you to the next step, “create your pin number”.
Note: You must provide a valid email address since all correspondence will be via
email.

Part B: Create your Pin Number:

A reference number will be created for you. Continue to create your pin number and
click on “create pin”. The system will automatically take you to the “Student Kiosk”.
Note: The pin must be 5 numeric digits. It should not start with a zero (0) and must not
contain any double digits. Remember your reference number and pin.

Part C: Complete your application: Click on “Application”.

Step 1: Confirm that your biographical information is correct. Also ensure that your
email address is correct, by clicking on “Personal contact detail”.
Step 2: Pay your application fee of N$240 using your debit/credit card. A waiting period
of 20 minutes is required before the payment will reflect on your account and you can
continue with your application.
Step 3: 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.
Step 4: NUST strives to create opportunities for people with disabilities. In many in-
stances we have not yet eliminated all the barriers, it would therefore be helpful for us
to know in advance whether you have any special needs so that we can work together
to achieve equal access to the programme If you have any disability, kindly complete this
step – if not, you may skip it.
Step 5: Capture your Grade 11/12 results. Current Namibian learners must use their latest
school results to apply.
Step 6: If you have any post Grade 12 qualifications, you can complete this step – if not,
you may skip it.
Step 7: Choose the qualification which you choose to study. E.g. If you would like to
study accounting, type “accounting” in the field and choose the qualification you wish
to study.
Final Step: Your application will be incomplete without the necessary documents being
uploaded. Your documents should be scanned and converted in the .pdf format.

Our Admissions Officers are on standby to assist you. Should you have any problems
regarding the online system, you an send us an email to admissions@[Link] or call us
at +264 61 207 9999.

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Certified copies of documents that must Selections for Undergraduate Studies:

accompany your application:
Applicants, who applied and were accepted for undergraduate
• Identity Document/Birth Certificate (Namibian citizens); studies, will receive the following offers during November/December
Passport (non-Namibian citizens); 2023:
• Proof of payment (e.g. original bank deposit slip) or receipt for Final Offers:
applying manually;
- Applicants who finished Grade 11 or 12 before or during the 2022
• Latest school results e.g. Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate
(NSSC); school year.

• Current Grade 11 and 12 learners must apply with their mid-term - Applicants who applied through Advanced Standing and the
results; Mature Age Entry Scheme.
• Declaration and undertaking - If you are under the age of 18, the - Ex-NUST students who applied to resume their studies.
form must be co-signed by your legal guardian or parent.
- International applicants who applied with their final school
In addition to the above-mentioned documents, the following results.
applicants must also submit the indicated documents:
Provisional Offers:
• Mature Age Entry Scheme Applicants: Reference letter from
employer indicating your years of experience as well as the job - Applicants who are currently in Grade 11 or 12 and who applied
title. with their mid-year school results.
• Postgraduate Applicants: Certified copies of qualification(s) - Applicants who are currently upgrading their Grade 11 or 12
obtained after Grade 12 (e.g. Diploma, Degree, etc.) and results.
Original Academic Record/Transcripts. For Masters’ and Applicants, who received provisional offers, will receive final offers
Doctoral Programmes applicants must also attach a proposal during January 2024, at least two weeks, after the release of the final
motivational letter and CV with at least three referees. results by the Ministry of Education. This will include applicants who
• Advanced Standing Applicants: Original Academic Record received rejection letters based on their admission point scores, and
transcripts and complete syllabi. who improved their final results.
• Foreign Applicants: Latest qualification in original language There is no need for applicants to visit the campus unless he/she
and a translation if the qualification is in a language other than received an invitation letter for final selections.
English, NQA Evaluation if the qualification is obtained outside
the SADC Region.

Registration
Registration of students who have been selected and who have applied during the application period in 2023 takes place during January
2024. Registration dates will be communicated to all applicants via email, by November/December 2023.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
STEP 1: APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY STEP 2: PRE-ARRIVAL PLANNING
Follow steps Part A, Part B and C for the online application on According to the Namibian Immigration Control Act, Act No. 7 of 1993,
[Link]. every international student is strictly required to be in possession
of a valid Student Permit for the purpose of attending education at
Submit the completed online application form with the required any training or educational institution in Namibia.
certified documents are in English.
First year applicants who do not have a Namibian Embassy in their
Applicants’ qualifications should be evaluated by Namibia countries should ensure that all the necessary documents required
Qualifications Authority (NQA). It is the applicant responsibility to are in place before travelling to Namibia.
ensure that the qualifications are evaluated.
Application forms and other permit requirements can be obtained
from the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration website at
[Link]

Student Permit Requirement

First-Time
Registration will take place
during January 2024.
• Copy of a Valid Passport
• Passport Photos
You need to have a valid passport, original documents for your
• Medical Certificate
high school certificate, admission letter and registration fees
• Radiological Report for you to be able to register.
• Deed of Surety
After registration, you are issued with a proof of registration
• Police Clearance Certificate (which you use to apply for your study permit) and a student
• Proof of Admission card.
• Written Undertaking with Valid Contact Details of the
Sponsor
Enquiries:
• Motivation Letter
Ms Alma Kiimba
• Medical Aid
Acting International Students Liaison Officer
• Lease Agreement and Proof of Residency T: +264 61 207 2727
• Progress report from the previous school/institution E: akiimba@[Link]

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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 [Link]. and female full-time students. Due to limited spaces available,
preference is given to students residing outside the boundaries of
Tuition fees DO NOT include other expenses such as books
the City of Windhoek. The Kitchen Services provide students with
(except study guides for distance education students), stationery,
a wide range of nutritional meals served at breakfast, lunch and
accommodation, transport, etc.
dinner. All residence students will be levied 50% of the meal fees
per semester which is payable whether meals are taken or not.
Enquiries regarding payment of application fees: Application forms for Hostel Accommodation can be found on the
Student Debtors NUST Website at [Link]. Registration for residence is done
T: +264 61 207 2888 per semester.
E: studentdebtors@[Link]

Other Student Activities

• Sport and Culture: Sports provide 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, focusing 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, perfect for the busy student.
• 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@[Link]

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Satellite Campuses and Lifelong Learning Support

(SaCaLLS)
Quality distance education that works for you… wherever, whenever! The NUST distance education model embeds a holistic approach
Balance your work and personal life whilst meeting your lifelong to serve a broad profile of students through technology-enhanced
learning needs in a flexible, supportive and interactive learning learning using print, multi-media and e-Learning methods of
environment. This can be achieved by enrolling through the delivery.
distance education mode of study.

Regional Centres
Town Contact Person Physical/Postal Address Tel (+264) Fax Email

Ms Elvire Theron Erf 919, Quinto Cuanavale Avenue etheron@[Link]

GOBABIS Ms Chandre Beukes P O Box 1043, GOBABIS (062) 564 071 062) 564 183
cbeukes@[Link]
Choto open Market,
Mr Christopher Madyaao cmadyaao@[Link]
KATIMA MULILO Natasha Muletwa Dr. Sam Nujoma Street (066) 252 388 (066) 252 202
P O Box 281, KATIMA MULILO nnmuletwa@[Link]

Erf 313, No. 7, Corner of 5th Avenue and

Mr Antonio Stuurmann astuurmann@[Link]
KEETMANSHOOP Mr Millian Josob Luchtenstein Street (063) 221 033 (063) 222 051
P O Box 1780, KEETMANSHOOP mjosob@[Link]

Ms Gwendoline Beukes Erf 1157, Bahnhof Street gbeukes@[Link]

OTJIWARONGO Ms Jacqueline S Hunibes P O Box 607, OTJIWARONGO (067) 301 149 (067) 301 290
jhunibes@[Link]
Erf 901, Eugene Kakukuru Street
Mr Charles Lushu clushu@[Link]
RUNDU Ms Aplonia Dikuwa Rundu (066) 255 270 (066) 255 379
P O Box 2406, RUNDU adikuwa@[Link]

Erf 69, Old Ongopolo Head Office,

Mr Menason Katjirua mkatjirua@[Link]
TSUMEB Ms Paulina Hamukwaya 70 President Avenue (067) 220 483 (067) 220 647
P O Box 463, TSUMEB phamukwaya@[Link]

Erf 3033, Narraville Municipal Offices

WALVIS BAY Ms Ndapanda Ampueja Koraal Street (064) 203 603 (064) 209 715 nampueja@[Link]
P O Box 8011, Narraville, WALVIS BAY

Regional Resource Centres

Town Contact Person Physical/Postal Address Tel (+264) Fax Email

Ms Julia Kabuwanwa Erf 6235, MVA Fund Service Centre jkabuwanwa@[Link]

ONGWEDIVA Ms Josephine Skrywer P O Box 3335, ONGWEDIVA (065) 231 276 (065) 231 277
jskrywer@[Link]
Mbombijazo Avenue, Ministry of Education
Building, teachers Resource Centre,
OPUWO Ms Ruth Nderura Purwavanga Junior Secondary School, PO (065) 272 967 (065)272 967 nderuraruth@[Link]
Box 122, OPUWO
Erf: 1766, Central Business District, Ngoma
Mr Festus Shimhulu fshimhulu@[Link]
OUTAPI Ms Theresia Kuuvilwa Street (065) 251368 (065) 251369
PO Box 793, OUTAPI tnkuuvilwa@[Link]

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Satellite Campuses
Town Contact Person Physical/Postal Address Tel (+264) Fax Email

Dr Lukas Shikulo William Billy Mwaningange Rural (061) 207 lshikulo@[Link] sshilongo@[Link]
EENHANA Ms Saara Shilongo Development Centre, Eembaxu (061) 207 2104
9104
Mr Antonio Stuurmann Old Power Station, Luderitz 0818050070/ astuurmann@[Link]
LÜDERITZ
Ms Paulina Shaningwa 0812286497 pshaningwa@[Link]

RIETFONTEIN Mr Menason Katjirua Namibia Youth Services, Rietfontein (067) 220 483 (067) 220 483 mkatjirua@[Link]

Welcome to Eenhana
Satellite Campus
Welcome to the Namibia University of Science and Technology The staff members of the Satellite Campus contribute to the
Eenhana Satellite Campus in the Ohangwena region. It is your right development of the community through providing workshops
and a best decision to study at Eenhana Satellite campus as we on new skills needed to meet the challenges and community
highly recognise the importance of transforming lives; engagement engagement activities. The student community engages in sports
and research; embracing technological innovation, and promoting and cultural activities to develop a great sense of identity.
a culture of productivity through community engagement projects
and industry benchmarked experiences. The satellite campus is
well resourced with modern facilities for teaching and learning, and Dr Lukas Shikulo
projects itself to grow in both programme offerings and research Head of Campus
output for sustainable development.
The Satellite Campus offers certificates to postgraduate
qualifications from across all four faculties of the University.
The Campus will also be offering quality industry relevant short
courses for skills development; continuing professional development
and filling gaps in your professional knowledge to help you navigate
through the knowledge economy.

Physical Address:
Billy William Mwaningange Rural Development Centre,
Onhuno/Eenhana Main road,
Eembaxu Village,
Ohangwena Region
Campus Email: eenhana@[Link]
Officers:
Ms Julia Kabuwanwa
Centre Head: T: +264 65 231 276
Dr Lukas Shikulo E: jkabuwanwa@[Link]
T: +264 61 207 2104
Ms Josephine Skrywer
E: lshikulo@[Link]
T: +264 65 231 276
Secretary: E: jskrywer@[Link]
Ms Saara Shilongo
Mr Festus Shimhulu
T: +264 61 207 2085
T: +264 65 251 368
E: sshilongo@[Link],
E: fshimhulu@[Link]
Ms Theresia Kuuvilwa
T: +264 65 251 368
E: tkuuvilwa@[Link]

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Programmes on offer - Eenhana Campus

Type of Programme Programme Name Mode of Study
Faculty of Computing and Informatics
Postgraduate Certificate Informatics (Information Systems Audit) Part-time
Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Bridging InSTEM Full-time
Faculty of Commerce, Human Sciences and Education.
NUST Bridging Non-STEM, TVET Hospitality, TVET Agriculture Full-time
DTVT: Trainer Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Diploma
DTVM: Management Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Communication Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Criminal Justice (Policing) Part-time
English and Applied Linguistics Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Procurement and Supply Chain Management Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Public Management Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Transport Management Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Bachelor Accounting Distance
Business Management Distance
Marketing Distance
Human Resources Management Distance
Business and Information Administration Distance
Economics Distance
Sports Management Distance
Business Management Distance
English and Linguistics Part-time and Distance
Honours Hospitality and Tourism Management Full-time and Part-time
Marketing Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Human Resources Management Distance

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Faculty of
Computing and
Informatics
Message from the Executive Dean
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly
consult the NUST Yearbook, Faculty of Computing and The Faculty of Computing and Informatics (FCI) is a
Informatics on the NUST website on [Link] leader in embracing technological changes and ensuring
the students are trained in current trends for the smooth
Kindly note that due to the numeracy requirements in the integration into their job roles. The period of the 2021 to
programmes, admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2025 presents both challenges and opportunities for
is NOT accepted, except for the Bachelor of Journalism and
Media Technology. the growth, innovation and rethinking of our processes.
We believe it will be a season of integrating key trends
Disclaimer: Qualifying for a programme does not in our curriculum, in response to global challenges in
automatically means that you will be accepted due to the the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)
availability of spaces. and beyond to address the National Development
Acting Executive Dean Goals (NDGs) as the well United Nations Sustainable
Prof Fungai Bhunu-Shava Development Goals (UNSDGs). Technology is the heart
The Executive Dean via the Acting Secretary of digital transformation in all spheres of our lives, we
Ms Rauna Matheus believe education driven by robust current technology
T: +264 61 207 2396 is the best enabling tool for teaching, learning, research,
E: rmatheus@[Link] innovation, collaboration and community engagement.
Faculty Officer
FCI envisions to be the leading enabler of societal
Ms Julia Semi
T: +264 61 207 2923
digital transformation. This will transform Namibia
E: jsemi@[Link]
into a country where Information Systems, Information
and Communications Technologies, and responsible
Journalism are universally and effectively used in public
and private organisations, and within communities by
the general populace. This will lead to the improvement
of productivity, the success of commercial and other
enterprises, and the advancement of quality of life,

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and the socio-economic development of Namibia. Our The faculty also houses the India-Namibia Centre
vision will be achieved through educating innovative of Excellence in Information Technology (INCEIT) in
leaders and advancing computing and media knowledge partnership with the government of India through its
through excellent education, research and community Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).
engagement services to benefit the society. INCEIT offers students with the following Certificates
on NQF Level 7 in the computing field: Certificate in
Our focus areas are Computing which includes Ethical Hacking and Information Security, Certificate
Computer Science, Communication Networks, Systems in Advanced Web Technologies and Certificate in Big
Administration, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Technologies, Certificate in Python Programming
Information Security, Digital Forensics, Network (Beginners level) and Certificate in Python Programming
Security, Systems Security, Software Security, Software (Advanced level). More information about the
Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Data programmes’ intake, dates, and admission requirements
Science and Software Development; and Informatics can be found on our website at [Link]
which includes Business, Health, Web Informatics and
Multimedia; Journalism and Multimedia Technologies.,FCI
offers a complete set of degree programmes comprising
of Bachelors, Honours, Masters and Doctorates.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Minimum Admission Requirement(s):
A minimum of 25 points in five (5) subjects on the NUST Admission Point Scale
including an E-symbol in English on NSSC Ordinary Level.

Mode of Studies:
Full-time or Part- time (Main Campus – Windhoek only)

Duration:
3 Years
Programme Programme Code Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career Possibilities
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING
D-symbol in Mathematics Software Engineer, Systems Administrator,
Bachelor of Computer Science 07BCMS on NSSCO or an e-symbol on Communication Networks Specialist, Computer
NSSCAS. Network Architect.
C-symbol in Mathematics Security Software Developer, Cyber Security
Bachelor of Computer Science
07BCCY on NSSCO or an e-symbol on Consultant, Cryptanalyst, Cyber Security Analyst
in Cyber Security
NSSCAS. or Cyber Security Administrator.
SCHOOL OF INFORMATICS
D-symbol in Mathematics Informatics Specialist, analyst Programmer,
Bachelor of Informatics 07BAIT on NSSCO or an e-symbol on Systems Analyst, Information Architect, Web
NSSCAS and Data Analyst.
D-symbol or better in English on
NSCO. A pass in a special English
test as well as a journalism
related general knowledge test. Journalist, Public Relations Practitioner,
Bachelor of Journalism and Communication Specialist, Media Designer,
07BJOU Entry via the mature age entry
Media Technology Photographer/Videographer, Entrepreneur in
scheme is accepted with a the media industry.
minimum pass rate of 50%
in the English Proficiency and
Mathematics tests.

*Mode of Studies:
FM - Full Time, PM - Part Time, DI - Distance

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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Duration
Programme Programme Code Admission Requirement(s) Mode
(Years)
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING
• Bachelor of Computer Science • A Bachelor degree in Computer Science or related degree
Honours: at NQF Level 7 worth at least 360 credits.
08BCCH
• Communication Networks • Applicants needs to attach a CV and transcripts.
08BCHS
PM 1
• Software Development
08BHIF
• Information Security
08BHDS
• Digital Forensics
Master of Computer Science 09MACS A Bachelor Honours Degree on NQF Level 8 related to
computer science. Applicants must provide evidence of
having conducted supervised research. FM/PM 2
Applicants need to attach transcripts, CV and motivational
letter indicating area of research interest.
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer A Master of Computer Science or related degree on NQF
Science Level 9. Applicants must provide evidence of having
FM/PM
10DPCS conducted supervised research on this level. 3
Applicants need to attach transcripts, CV and motivational
letter indicating area of research interest.
School of Informatics
Bachelor of Informatics Honours: A Bachelor degree in Informatics or an equivalent
08BIHW qualification at NQF Level 7 worth at least 360 credits.
• Web Informatics PM1 1
08BIFB Applicants needs to attach a CV and transcripts.
• Business Informatics
Bachelor of Journalism and Media A Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology or
08BJOH PM 1
Technology Honour equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7.
Postgraduate Certificate in A three-year advanced diploma or Bachelor degree or an
Informatics (Information Systems equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7. Two years relevant
Audit) 08PGIN working experience. Applicants must submit a professional PM 1
resume highlighting relevant work experience with an
information systems emphasis.
Master of Data Science A Bachelor Honours Degree or equivalent qualification at
NQF Level 8 in any one of the following fields: Computer
Science, Informatics, Information Systems, Statistics,
09MADS Engineering, Mathematics or Physics. FM/PM 2

Canditate may be required to sit for a mathematics

profiency test before admission.
Master of Informatics A Bachelor Honours degree at NQF Level 8 or equivalent
qualification. Applicants must provide evidence of having
09MAIN conducted supervised research. FM/PM 2
Applicants need to attach transcripts, CV and motivational
letter indicating area of research interest.
Master of Journalism and Media A Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology at NQF
FM/Block
Technology 09MJMT Level 8. Applicants must provide evidence of having 2
sessions
conducted supervised research.
Doctor of Philosophy in A Master of Informatics or related degree at NQF Level
Informatics 9. Applicants must provide evidence of having conducted
10DPIN supervised research on this level. FM/PM 3
Applicants need to attach transcripts, CV and motivational
letter indicating area of research interest.

*Mode of Studies:
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Faculty of
Engineering and
the Built Environment
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly Message from the Executive Dean
consult the NUST Yearbook, Faculty of Engineering and the
Built Environment on the NUST website at [Link].
A career choice may well be one of the most crucial
No admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme will be decisions every person has to make. Every young
accepted. person, particularly those coming from high school,
find themselves in this somewhat unfamiliar decision-
Disclaimer: Qualifying for a programme does not
making space, all too often presenting itself as a life-
automatically means that you will be accepted due to the
availability of spaces. defining dilemma. It is often a series of closed doors
beyond which one does not know what awaits, and yet
Executive Dean one is compelled to take a chance to open at least one
Prof Harmony Musiyarira of them to discover and trudge a potentially long and
The Executive Dean via the Acting Secretary arduous journey. Indeed, a career decision is a difficult
Ms Melanie Kandjavera decision. I am heartened by your interest in taking the
T: +264 61 207 2531 next bold step in your educational and professional
E: mkandjavera@[Link] journey at our faculty. I am pleased to introduce you to
Faculty Officer an exciting career gateway, offered by the Faculty of
School of Engineering Engineering and the Built Environment at the Namibia
Ms Sonja Samuels University of Science and Technology.
T: +264 61 207 2016 Ours is a unique faculty that attracts Namibia and
E: ssamuels@[Link] the world’s sharpest minds to come as they are and
Acting Faculty Officer leave the university as the world’s most promising
School of the Built Environment career professionals. Our state-of-the-art facilities,
InSTEM Bridging Programme internationally benchmarked curriculum, and
Mr Phen Ilukena internationally acclaimed staff members, offer the
T: +264 61 207 2661 ultimate educational experience.
E: pilukena@[Link] We pledge to shape every student into an industry-
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ripe for a technologically advanced world. With an Our InSTEM (Introduction to Science, Technology,
emphasis on interdisciplinary, independent learning Engineering, and Mathematics) programme serves as a
ability, innovation, and design, our professional degree bridging programme into our professional undergraduate
programmes equip our students to confidently grab degree programmes, providing an opportunity to
their space in an ever-evolving industry and inscribe an students who do not meet our entry criteria to upgrade
indelible contribution to the engineering and the built their STEM competencies to a sufficient level in order to
environment professions. Our rich alumni network that be able to enter our professional degree programmes.
continues to challenge and dominate the frontiers of As a faculty, we aim to establish ourselves as the partner
industry and commerce is testimony to this assertion. of choice for industry, community, government, and
More importantly, our degree programmes recognise the academia. We remain mindful of the guiding principle
reality that the modern professionals need to be multi- that for any country to develop technologically and
skilled, thus earning our graduates the ability to dove-tail economically, there must be a strong link between its
into a diverse workplace and maneuver the complexities industry, government and academic institutions, and
of modern-day society. society. We continue to make efforts to capacitate our
The faculty is currently made up of four departments, teaching staff with the requisite skills to deliver learning
namely: content through multiple teaching modes effectively.
• Department of Civil, Mining and Process Engineering; Our commitment, remains to elevate our teaching and
• Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Electrical research space, allowing for the addition of dry labs
Engineering; and the use of 3D printers across all departments in the
• Department of Land and Spatial Sciences; and faculty.
• Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction. Once again, I wish you well as you navigate the difficult
We pride ourselves as a faculty that engages and path of making a career choice. I hope to interact with
encourages our students to play a more active role in you when you form a part of our modern Campus and
the leadership and educational success of the faculty. take up the most productive, yet exciting journey of your
Technology has diminished the effect of geographical life.
distances, and it is in our best interest to produce globally
competitive graduates. The Fourth Industrial Revolution
(4IR) and beyond is a reality that we have embraced as a
unique opportunity to be welcomed, not a problem to be
confronted. We will expand our curricula to incorporate
social and emotional learning (SEL) to enhance student
intrapersonal, interpersonal, and cognitive competence.
In essence, we offer a perfect platform for students to
thrive.

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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Minimum Admission Requirements

Bridging Programme A minimum of 22 points in five (5) subjects at grade 11/NSSC Ordinary level with a minimum D-symbol in Mathematics
and a minimum D-symbol in any two of three subjects: Physical Science, Chemistry and Biology. Additionally a minimum of E-symbol is
required in English language.

Bachelor of Technology Degrees ([Link]): A minimum of 30 points in five (5) subjects that must include Mathematics, Physical science
and English; with a minimum of at least Grade 3 on NSSCH or A-symbol on NSSCO or D-symbol on NSSCAS in Mathematics, Physics and
Chemistry or pass the InSTEM programme with a score of at least 50%.

Professional Engineering Degree ([Link]): A minimum of 37 points in five (5) subjects that must include at least Grade 3 in Physical Science
and Mathematics on NSSCH or D-symbols on NSSCAS in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics or a pass of the InSTEM programme with a
score of at least 60%.

Mode of Studies: Full-time (Main Campus – Windhoek only) Duration: 4 Years

Programme Programme Code Illustration of Career Possibilities
Introduction to Science, Bridging programme: On completion of the bridging programme, students can
Technology, Engineering enroll for the 1st year of studies in any programme of their choice in the STEM
04STEM fields in all NUST faculties.
and Mathematics (one year
programme)
Department of Civil, Mining and Process Engineering
Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering technologists in fields like construction, manufacturing, product
07BECV
Engineering design, testing, technical services and sales etc.
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Professional Engineer (structural, transportation, water and geotechnical
08BCEN
Engineering engineering).
Mining Engineer, Consultant, Junior Lecturer, researcher, Environmental and
Bachelor of Engineering in Mining 08BMEG Safety Practitioners, Banking and Insurance Risk Managers, Project Engineer,
Mine Manager.
Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgist, project or process engineer, project or process manager, plant or
08BEMT
Metallurgy refinery manager, business improvement specialist, mine manager, entrepreneur.
Chemical Engineer, Environmental and Safety Practitioners, Risk Managers in
Bachelor of Engineering in
08BECE Financial and Investment projects, Process Engineer, Quality Control engineer,
Chemical Engineering
Plant or Refinery Manager.
Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Technology in Power Engineering technologists in areas of power distribution to domestic to large
07BPEN
Engineering commercial complexes.
Bachelor of Technology in Engineering technologists in areas of telecommunications and radio/TV
07BELL
Electronic Engineering broadcasting, repair of electronic equipment and systems.
Engineering technologists in areas of mechanical engineering like mechanical
Bachelor of Technology in
07BMEC design, energy conversion, materials testing, manufacturing processes, product
Mechanical Engineering
safety and reliability etc.
Bachelor of Engineering in
08BEEP Professional Engineers in the areas of power distribution.
Electrical Power Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering
Professional Engineers in areas of telecommunications and radio/TV
in Electronics and 08BEET
broadcasting, design or electronic equipment and systems.
Telecommunication Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering in Professional Engineers in areas of mechanical engineering regarding mechanical

08BEME
Mechanical Engineering design, materials testing, manufacturing processes, product safety and reliability.

Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Managers in private and public sectors such as manufacturing, mining,
08BIND
Industrial Engineering consultations, banking, healthcare, transport and agriculture.

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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Minimum Admission Requirements:
A minimum of 25 points in five (5) subjects including an E-symbol on NSSCO in English. Additional requirements per programme are listed
below. Symbols on NSSCO level are indicated in brackets.
Mode of Studies:
Full-time (Main Campus – Windhoek only)
Duration:
3 Years
Programme Programme Code Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career Possibilities
SCHOOL OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Department of Land and Spatial Sciences
Mathematics (C), Physics (D), Survey technicians in environments ranging from
traditional cadastral and engineering surveying
Diploma in Geomatics 06DGEO A pass in Geography or related to mining surveying, GIS, digital cartography,
subject is an added advantage. drafting, land registration, etc.
Diploma in Property Property clerk/ assistant, property/estate agent,
Mathematics (B), English (B) assistant property valuer, assistant property
Studies 06DIPS
development officer, land and housing officer,
assistant property maintenance officer, etc.
Geomatics professional or surveyor, self-
employed, or employed by a private firm,
government, mine, construction or engineering
30 points in 5 subjects firm; surveyor and/ or land administrator,
performing land surveying and administration
Bachelor of Geomatics 07BGEO Mathematics (A), Physics (B),
under the proposed alternative land tenure
English (B) systems of Namibia’s Land Reform Programmes;
geo-information manager, employed by
government, local/regional authority, or private
firm.
Property/ facilities manager, property valuer/
Bachelor of Property assessor, property development manager, housing
08BOPS 30 points in five subjects manager, land and property officer, property
Studies
Mathematics (B), English (B) investment analyst, land acquisition analyst,
property/ estate agent, real estate market
analyst, mortgage analyst consultant, etc.
Positions regarding formal registration of deeds
in the public sector, land administration agencies,
Bachelor of Land Mathematics (B) paralegal assistants, land technicians, social
07BLAM
Administration English (B) survey clerks, land analysts communal land
boards, conveyancing clerks, non-governmental
organisations, and consulting firms.
Mathematics (C) Scientist in various fields such as geosciences,
Bachelor of
geography, GIS operators and technicians, remote
Geoinformation 07BGEI Physics (C)
sensing, databases, programming and computing,
Technology
English (C) etc.
• 30 Points in five subjects Graduates have opportunities in professional
including: architecture firms as candidate Architectural
• 12 points: English and Technologist. Graduates may also decide to
Mathematics enter into other multi-disciplinary fields such as
• 18 points for any of three Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, Project
subjects out of the following: Management and Urban Design.
Bachelor of Architecture 07BARC Arts and Craft, Biology,
Economics, Fine Art, Geography,
Literature, Physical Science,
Physics or Technical Drawings,
Chemistry.
• No symbols lower than C will be
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Programme Programme Code Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career Possibilities

Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction
30 points in five subjects
including: Candidate quantity surveying technologist.
Graduates may also seek employment
12 points for English and
in professional firms for construction
Mathematics 18 points in
management, commercial trading,
any three subjects out of the
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying 07BOQS production of construction materials and
following: Chemistry, Biology,
equipment or specialize as subcontractors
Economics, Physics, Physical
in a building project. Furthermore, they may
Science and Technical Drawings.
seek employment with local and municipal
No symbols lower than C will be authorities and Government.
accepted.
30 points in 5 subjects including Graduates will be qualified to serve as
a minimum of 12 points for Planning Officers/ Land Use Planning Officers
English and Mathematics and in both the Public (Governments) and Private
Bachelor of Town and Regional 18 points in any other three Sectors (Planning Consultancies), as well as
07BTAR
Planning subjects; using a combination of NGOs (e.g. Namibia Housing Action Group,
NSSCAS/ NSSCH and/ or NSSCO Shack Dwellers Federation, etc.), dealing with
(no symbols lower than D will be integrated sustainable human settlement
accepted). development.
Development promotion generalists at
Regional Council level; development planners
A minimum of 30 points in five
in different ministries at national level, e.g.
using a combination of NSSCAS/
Ministry of Lands and Resettlement, the
Bachelor of Regional and Rural NSSCH and/ or NSSCO. No symbol
07BRAR Ministry of Regional and Local Government,
Development lower than a D in English and
Housing and Rural Development, etc.; rural
Mathematics on NSSCO will be
development specialists for NGOs; planners
accepted.
in consulting and planning companies of the
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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Programme Duration
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Mode
Code (Years)
Department of Civil, Mining and Process Engineering
Master of Engineering in Civil A relevant Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree or equivalent
09MECE FM/PM 2
Engineering qualification at NQF Level 8.
Master of Environmental A relevant Bachelor of Engineering degree or an equivalent
09MEEN PM 2
Engineering qualification at NQF Level 8.
Master of Integrated Water A relevant Bachelor of Engineering degree or an equivalent
Resources Management qualification at NQF Level 8. A candidate should have
09MIRW PM 1
completed two or more semesters at participating
universities.
Master of Engineering in A Bachelor of Engineering degree in Metallurgy or an
09MMET FM/PM 2
Metallurgy equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8.
Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Electrical Engineering
Postgraduate Diploma in Space A Bachelor degree in Electrical, Electronic, and Mechanical
08PGDS FM/PM 1
Technology Engineering or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7.
Postgraduate Diploma in Space A Bachelor degree with majors in Physics or Mathematics,
and Atmospheric Science 08PGDA or an equivalent qualification in Science, Technology, FM/PM 1
Engineering or Mathematics at NQF Level 7.
Master of Sustainable Energy A Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical,
Systems Mining, Metallurgy, Agriculture, Chemical Engineering or
an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8. Additionally,
09MSES professionals with proven long term track experience in FM/PM 2
the energy industry who completed a bachelor’s degree in
Economics, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, or any
equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8.
Master of Industrial A relevant Bachelor of Engineering degree at NQF Level 8
Engineering 09MIEN with a research component. Applicant must be employed or FM/PM 2
self-employed.
All School of Engineering Departments
Doctor of Philosophy in A relevant Master’s degree in the field of Engineering or
10DRPE FM/PM 3
Engineering equivalent at NQF Level 9.
School of the Built Environment
Programme Duration
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Mode
Code (Years)
Department of Land and Spatial Sciences
Bachelor of Land A Bachelor of Land Administration or an equivalent
08BHLA FM 1
Administration Honours qualification at NQF Level 7.
Bachelor of Geoinformation A Bachelor of Geoinformation Technology or an equivalent
Technology Honours 08HBGI qualification at NQF Level 7 with a minimum average of 60% FM/PM 1
in the core courses at exit level.
Bachelor of Geomatics Honours A Bachelor of Geomatics or an equivalent qualification at
NQF Level 7 with an average mark of at least 60% for the
08GEOH following (or equivalent) courses: Engineering Mathematics FM 1
2, Surveying 4, Geodesy, and Geographic Information
Systems 3.
Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction
Bachelor of Architecture 08BARH A Bachelor of Architecture or an equivalent qualification at
Honours NQF Level 7 with either a minimum average mark of 60% for FM 1
third year courses or one year work experience.
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying A Bachelor of Quantity Surveying or an equivalent
Honours qualification at NQF Level 7 with a minimum average mark
08BOQH FM 1
of 60% for third year courses, excluding institutional
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Programme Duration
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Mode
Code (Years)
Department of Architecture, Planning and Construction
Bachelor of Regional and Rural A Bachelor of Regional and Rural Development or an
Development Honours 08BRDH equivalent qualification with minimum core competencies of FM 1
urban and regional planning at NQF Level 7.
Bachelor of Urban and Regional A Bachelor of Town and Regional Planning or an equivalent
08BURH FM 1
Planning Honours qualification at NQF Level 7, worth at least 360 NQF Credits.
Master of Architecture A Bachelor of Architecture Honours or an equivalent
09MARC FM 2
qualification at NQF Level 8, worth at least 480 NQF Credits.
Master of Landscape A Bachelor of Architecture Honours or an equivalent
Architecture 09MOLA qualification in Urban Design, Landscape Technology/ FM 2
Studies, at NQF Level 8 worth at least 480 NQF Credits.
Master of Urban Design A Bachelor Honours degree in Architecture, Town and
Regional Planning or Regional and Rural Development Block
09MOUD 2
at NQF Level 8. Applicants must have at least two years sessions
practical experience as a candidate professional.
All School of the Built Environment Departments
Master of Spatial Sciences A Bachelor Honours degree at NQF Level 8 in fields related
09MOSS Research 2
to spatial sciences.
Doctor of Philosophy in Spatial A NQF Level 9 qualification in Spatial Science related
Sciences 10DPSS subjects. Must have conducted supervised research at FM/PM 3
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Faculty of
Health, Natural Resources
and Applied Sciences
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly Message from the Executive Dean
consult the NUST Yearbook, Faculty of Health, Natural
Resources and Applied Science on our website at [Link]. Welcome to the Faculty of Health, Natural Resources and
Applied Sciences. The faculty is a very important knowledge-
Kindly note that admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme partner that contributes remarkably to the development of the
is not accepted unless so indicated. This option is only for country in various ways. The faculty is adequately equipped
applicants with relevant experience in their chosen fields of with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and learning as
study. well as for research. The faculty consists of three Schools,
namely: Agriculture and Natural Resources Management, and
Disclaimer: Qualifying for a programme does not automatically
means that you will be accepted due to the availability of
Natural and Applied Sciences.
spaces.
We offer degree programmes in Agriculture, Biological, Health,
Executive Dean Mathematical, Natural Resources Management and Physical
Dr Onesmus Shuungula Sciences. Our qualifications range from undergraduate degrees
The Executive Dean via the Acting Secretary through honours and masters, up to doctoral degrees in some
Ms Muriel Mouton cases.
T: +264 61 207 2870
E: mmouton@[Link]
As part of the training, our students spend some time with
our industry partners where they integrate their academic
Faculty Officer learning with practical applications in the workplace. The staff
Ms Seanie Van Wyk members and students of the faculty also contribute to the
T: +264 61 207 2835 uplifting of the community through the faculty’s intensive
E: sfvanwyk@[Link] community engagement programme.

For further information visit our website at [Link]. We

are looking forward to welcoming you to the Faculty as our
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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Minimum Admission Requirement(s):
A minimum of 25 points in five (5) subjects including an E-symbol in English on NSSCO. Admission via the Mature Age Entry Scheme is not
accepted unless so indicated. This option is only for applicants with relevant experience in chosen fields of study.
Mode of Studies:
Full-time (Main Campus – Windhoek only)
Duration:
3 - 4 Years
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career
Programme
Code NSSC Old Curriculum NSSC New Curriculum Possibilities
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCE SCIENCES
Department of Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness
Farm Managers, Community
E-symbol in Mathematics and Biology or science related
Bachelor of Science in Development Coordinators,
07BAGA subject. Candidates can also apply via the Mature Age Entry
Agriculture Agricultural Research Officer,
Scheme.
etc.
C-symbol in Biology or Science related subject and D-symbol Crop production managers,
Bachelor of Science in in Mathematics. Landscape managers,
07BHOR
Horticulture Agriculture extension officers,
Candidates can also apply via the Mature Age Entry Scheme. researchers etc.
Department of Natural Resources Sciences
D-symbol in English and Mathematics and C-symbol in Nature Conservationists,
Bachelor of Natural Biology or Geography or Agriculture. Environmental Education
07BNRS
Resource Management Officers, Research Assistants,
Candidates can also apply via the Mature Age Entry Scheme Tour Guides, etc.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Department of Clinical Health Sciences
12 points for Mathematics,
Biology and Physical Science. 18 points for Mathematics,
No symbol should be lower Biology AND EITHER Physics Registered Emergency
Bachelor of Emergency than a C. or Chemistry. No symbol Medical Care Technician,
07BOMC
Medical Care should be lower than a B on Advanced. Life Support
Mature Age Applicants: To Ordinary Level or a D on AS Practitioners (Paramedics).
score 60% in English and 50% Level.
in Mathematics of NUST.
24 points for Mathematics,
18 points for Mathematics, Registered Medical
Biology, Chemistry and
Bachelor of Medical Biology and Physical Science. Laboratory Scientists in
08BMLS Physics. No symbol should be
Laboratory Sciences No symbol should be lower clinical laboratories, food
lower than a C on Ordinary
than a C. industry, water analysis etc.
Level or a D on AS Level.
Department of Preventative Health Sciences
15 points for Biology, 20 points for Biology,
Mathematics and Physical Mathematics, Physics and Registered Environmental
Bachelor of Environmental Science. No symbol should be
08BOHS Chemistry. No symbol should Health Practitioner, Health
Health Science lower than a C. be lower than a C on Ordinary Inspectors etc.
Level or a D on AS Level.
15 points for Biology,
Mathematics and Physical Monitoring and Evaluation
20 points for Biology,
Science. No symbol should be Officers, Health Data
Bachelor of Health Mathematics, Physics and
lower than a D. Managers, Disease
Information Systems 07BSHM Chemistry. No symbol should
Surveillance Officers, Health
Management Mature Age Applicants: To be lower than a C on Ordinary
Information System Officer/
score 60% in both English and Level or a D on AS Level. Manager.
Mathematics of NUST.

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Programme Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career

Programme
Code NSSC Old Curriculum NSSC New Curriculum Possibilities
15 points for Biology,
Mathematics and Physical 20 points for Biology,
Science. No symbols should be Mathematics, Physics and Registered Nutrition Officers
Bachelor of Human lower than a C. in government ministries,
08BOHN Chemistry. No symbol should
Nutrition private sector, UN agencies
Mature Age Applicants: To be lower than a C on Ordinary
and NGOs, Researchers.
score 50% in NUST English Level or a D on AS Level.
and Mathematics Tests.
SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
B symbol in NSSC Ordinary
Level or e symbol in
NSSC Advanced level in B symbol in Mathematics at
Mathematics. Applicants NSSC Ordinary Level or an Planner, Analyst, Statistician,
Bachelor of Applied e-symbol on NSSC Advanced Junior Lecturers/Tutor, etc.
07BAMS who obtained a C symbol
Mathematics and Statistics Level.
in Mathematics in the old
NSSC Ordinary Level, will be
required to sit for an entrance
test.
Department of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
20 points in Mathematics,
15 points for Mathematics, Jobs in private and public
Biology, Chemistry and
Biology and Physical Science. institutions e.g. laboratories,
Bachelor of Science 07BOSC Physics. No symbol should be
No symbol should be lower manufacturing, food
lower than a C on Ordinary
than a C. processing, agriculture etc.
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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Programme
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Mode Duration (Years)
Code
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES SCIENCES
Department of Agricultural Sciences and Agribusiness
Bachelor of Science 08BSAH A Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Honours in Agriculture or an equivalent qualification at NQF FM 1
Level 7.
Master of Agribusiness A Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Management Honours or related cognate areas
09MAGB FM 2
at NQF Level 8, or equivalent
qualification.
Department of Natural Resources Sciences
Bachelor of Natural A Bachelor of Natural Resource
Resource Management 08BNRH Management or an equivalent FM 1
Honours qualification at NQF Level 7.
Master of Natural Bachelor of Natural Resources
Resource Management Management Honours or an FM/PM
09MNRT 2/4
equivalent qualification at NQF Level Research
8.
Doctor of Philosophy in A NQF Level 9 qualification in Natural
Natural Resource Sciences Resources Science related subjects. FM/PM
10DNRS 3/6
Must have conducted supervised Research
research at master degree level.
SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
Bachelor of Science A Bachelor of Science in Applied
Honours in Applied Mathematics and Statistics or an
08BSHM FM/PM 1
Mathematics equivalent qualification at NQF Level
7.
Bachelor of Science A Bachelor of Science in Applied
Honours in Applied Mathematics and Statistics or an
08BSHS FM/PM 1
Statistics equivalent qualification at NQF Level
7.
Master of Science in A Bachelor of Science Honours
Applied Mathematics 09MSAM in Mathematics or an equivalent FM/PM 2/4
qualification at NQF Level 8.
Master of Science in A Bachelor of Science Honours
Applied Statistics 09MSAS in Statistics or an equivalent FM/PM 2/4
qualification at NQF Level 8.
Doctor of Philosophy in A Master of Science in Mathematics
Mathematics 10DPSM or an equivalent qualification at NQF FM/PM 3/6
Level 9.
Doctor of Philosophy in 10DPSC A Master of Science in Applied
Statistics, Statistics or an equivalent FM/PM, 3/6
qualification at NQF Level 9.
Department of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Bachelor of Science
Honours with
Specializations in A Bachelor of Science degree or an
08BOSH equivalent qualification at NQF Level FM 1
• Applied Biology
08BSHB 7.
• Biotechnology
08BSHC
• Applied Chemistry
08BSHP
• Applied Physics
Master of Science in A Bachelor of Science in Natural
Natural and Applied and Applied Sciences Honours or an
09MSNA FM/PM 2/4
Sciences equivalent qualification on NQF Level
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SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Department of Clinical Health Sciences
Bachelor of Emergency A Bachelor of Emergency Medical
Medical Care Honours 08BMCH Care or an equivalent qualification at FM/PM 2½
NQF Level 7.
Master of Health Sciences Any Health Science related Bachelor
Honours degree at NQF Level 8 or
a recognised four-year Bachelor’s
09MOHS FM/PM 2
degree with a research component
or an equivalent qualification from
recognised institutions.
Department of Preventative Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science A Bachelor of Science in Health
Honours in Health Information Systems Management
Information Systems at NQF Level 7, or an equivalent
Management NQF Level 7 qualification from a
08BSHH PM 1
recognized institution or relevant
pre-NQF qualification from a
recognized institution worth at least
360 credits.
Doctor of Philosophy in Masters degree in Health Sciences
Health Sciences or equivalent Masters degree in
health related fields/sub-fields from
recognised institutions subject to
approval by NUST Higher Degrees
10DOHS Committee and Senate. Admission FM/PM 2
will be based on internal capacity for
supervision. Additionally, students
are admitted into the programme if
they obtained a minimum of 65% at
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Faculty of
Commerce, Human
Sciences and Education
For additional requirements and programme content, kindly Faculty Officer
consult the NUST Yearbook, Faculty of Commerce, Human Department of Governance and Management Sciences
Sciences and Education on our website at [Link]. Mr Gilbert //Hoabeb
Disclaimer: Qualifying for a programme does not T: +264 61 207 2320
automatically means that you will be accepted due to the E: ghoabeb@[Link]
availability of spaces.

Executive Dean Faculty Officer

Prof Efigenia Semente Department of Communication and Languages
The Executive Dean via the Acting Secretary Department of Social Sciences
Ms Jelise Mooja Department of Technical and Vocational Education and
T: +264 61 207 2220 Training
E: jmooja@[Link] Ms Gillian Feris
T: +264 61 207 2160
Faculty Officer
E: gferis@[Link]
Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance
Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business
Ms Yvonne Shipanga
T: +264 61 207 2671
E: yshipanga@[Link]

Faculty Officer
Department of Marketing, Logistics and
Sport Management
Department of Hospitality and Tourism
Ms Indira Mbako
T: +264 61 207 2170
E: imbako@[Link]

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Message from the Executive Dean

The Faculty of Commerce, Human Sciences and edge of local businesses. This is achieved through various
Education (FCHSE) contributes to scholarship through avenues, including continuing educational courses,
applied research and instructional development. It certifications, and consulting services offered through
provides students with the background necessary to the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business
pursue advanced studies in Linguistics, Criminal Justice, (HPGSB) and its Executive Development Programme unit,
Policing, Communication, Education, National and the Namibian-German Centre for Logistics (NGCL), the
Foreign Languages, TVET, Business Administration, Hotel School, the Namibia Graduate School of Accounting
Human Resources, Marketing, Accounting and Finance, (NGSA), and the individual contributions of the faculty.
Economics, Entrepreneurship, Procurement, Logistics &
Transport, Sport Management, Hospitality and Tourism, Having cultivated strong collaborative relationships with
Business Information Administration, Governance and public and private sector institutions and industries,
Public Administration and related fields. the faculty has played a significant role in building a
robust and effective higher education system in Namibia.
The faculty takes pride in its diverse, collegial, and Emphasising staff professional development, scholarly
inclusive atmosphere. Its educational programmes, productivity, and service, the faculty aims to benefit all
both at the undergraduate and graduate levels, are stakeholders, including students, alumni, donors, regional
carefully crafted to equip students with the intellectual businesses, and the Republic of Namibia. Additionally, the
adaptability needed to thrive in a constantly evolving faculty actively promotes the internationalisation of
business environment. Moreover, the faculty not only higher education through a dedicated and continuous
supports employers by developing marketable skills in internationalisation strategy.
potential employees but also enhances the competitive

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Admission Requirements:
A minimum of 25 points in five (5) subjects including an E-symbol in English on NSSCO.
Mode of Studies:
Full-time (FM), Part-time(PM) or Distance (DI)
Duration:
3 Years
Programme Mode of
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Illustration of Career Possibilities
Code Studies
SCHOOL OF COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance
Middle level Accountants, Internal Auditors
D-symbol in Mathematics or FM/PM/
Bachelor of Accounting 07BOAC or Tax Assistants in the public and private
Accounting. DI
sector.
A minimum of 30 points in 5
Audit trainees in public practice firms while
Bachelor of Accounting subjects including a C-symbol in
07BACC FM pursuing further professional programmes
(Chartered Accountancy) Mathematics and a D-symbol in
to become Chartered Accountants
English.
Diploma in the Theory of A relevant Bachelor degree at Further studies into the PG Certificate in
07DTOA FM/PM
Accounting NQF Level 7 Accounting
FM/PM/ Economist, Trainee Financial Analyst,
Bachelor of Economics 07BECO D-symbol in Mathematics.
DI Broker/Dealer, etc.
Department of Governance and Management Sciences
The BBMN programme equips you with
a wide variety of skills to own and or
Bachelor of Business FM/PM/ manage a small venture; as well as middle
07BBMN D-symbol in Mathematics.
Management DI Management positions and various positions
in Business Development, Purchasing,
Logistics, Operations, Finance, etc.
Office Manager, Executive Secretary,
Bachelor of Business and FM/PM/
07BBIA personal Assistant, Litigation Typists, Frond
Information Administration DI
Desk Receptionists, etc.
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship 07BOEN FM Entrepreneur

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Various positions in training and

Bachelor of Human Resources FM/PM/ development, industrial relations,
07HRM
Management DI career management, health and safety
management, etc.
Positions in finance, economic, human
Bachelor of Public FM/PM/
07BPMA E-symbol in Mathematics. resources management in public enterprises
Management DI
or NGOs.
Department of Marketing, Logistics and Sports Management
FM/PM/ Middle management positions in marketing,
Bachelor of Marketing 07MARB D-symbol in Mathematics.
DI sales, business development, etc.
Bachelor of Procurement and FM/PM/ Middle management positions in logistics,
07BPSM D-symbol in Mathematics.
Supply Chain Management DI procurement, business development, etc.
Positions as Sport Managers, Business
FM/PM/
Bachelor of Sport Management 07BSMN Development Managers, Sporting Brand
DI
Managers, Sponsorship executives, etc.
Positions in transport management
Bachelor of Transport FM/PM/ including road safety and infrastructure,
07BTRA E-symbol in Mathematics.
Management DI transport economics, legal framework and
transport operations, etc.
Department of Hospitality and Tourism
Chef, Caterer, Kitchen Supervisor,
Bachelor of Culinary Arts 07BCNA FM
Entrepreneurs, etc.
Bachelor of Tourism Positions in the Tourism Industry such
07BTID FM
Innovation and Development as administration officers, sales and
marketing personnel, guest relations, public
relations and customer service personnel,
Bachelor of Hospitality information/front desk personnel, events
07BHOM FM and conference coordinators, community
Management
based tourism enterprises supervisors,
entrepreneurs, etc.
SCHOOL OF HUMAN SCIENCES AND EDUCATION
Department of Communication and Languages
Communication Managers, Speech Writers,
FM/PM/
Bachelor of Communication 07BCMM D-symbol in English. Public Relations Officers, Press Liaison
DI
Officers, etc.
Various positions in teaching, acting,
Bachelor of English and FM/PM/ editing, publishing, curriculum development,
07BENL D-symbol in English.
Linguistics DI production of in-house magazines and
newsletters, etc.
Department of Social Sciences
Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Correction Officers, Security Industry,
07BCOR PM
Correctional Management Immigration Officer, Forensic Services, etc.
Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Police Officer, Security Industry, Immigration
07BCJP PM
Policing Officer, Forensic Services etc.
Department of Technical and Vocational Education and Training
• Applicants must be qualified in
Diploma in Technical and a designated trade.
FM/PM/
Vocational Education and 06DTVT • Have at least 3 years industrial Professional Vocational Instructor
DI
Training: Trainer working experience in the
relevant occupational domain.
• Applicants must be qualified in
a designated trade.
• Have at least 3 years industrial
Diploma in Technical and
working experience of which 1 FM/PM/ Leadership and management positions in
Vocational Education and 06DTVM
year should be on a managerial DI the TVET field.
Training: Management
level at a VTC/COSDEC/TVET
institution.
• Or TVET Trainer Diploma.

*Mode of Studies:
FM - Full Time, PM - Part Time, DI - Distance

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Postgraduate Programmes
Programme Mode of
Programme Admission Requirement(s) Duration (Years)
Code Studies
SCHOOL OF COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Economics, Accounting and Finance
A Bachelor of Accounting or an
Bachelor of Accounting
08BOAH equivalent qualification on NQF PM 1
Honours
Level 7.
A Bachelor of Economisc or an
Bachelor of Economics
08BEHO equivalent qualification at NQF PM 1
Honours
Level 7.
Department of Hospitality and Tourism
A Bachelor of Hospitality
Bachelor of Hospitality FM/
or Tourism Management or
and Tourism Management 08BHTH Block 1
equivalent qualification at NQF
Honours Release
Level 7.

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Department of Marketing, Logistics and Sports Management

A Bachelor degree in Marketing
Bachelor of Marketing FM/PM/
08MARH or an equivalent qualification at 1
Honours DI
NQF Level 7.
A Bachelor degree in Logistics
Bachelor of Logistics and and Supply Chain Management FM/
Supply Chain Management 08LSCH 1
or an equivalent qualification at PM/D
Honours NQF Level 7.
A Bachelor’s degree in any
discipline at NQF Level 7.
Applicants must have at
Postgraduate Diploma in 08PDPM least three years of relevant PM 1
Procurement Management experience in the procurement
field in the public or private
sector.
A Bachelor of Logistics and
Master of Logistics and Supply Supply Chain Management
09MLSM PM 2
Chain Management Honours or an equivalent
qualification at NQF Level 8.
A Bachelor Honours degree
Master of Marketing 09MARK in Marketing or an equivalent PM 2
qualification at NQF Level 8.
Department of Governance and Management Sciences
A Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business 08HBBM Management or an equivalent PM/DI 1
Management Honours qualification at NQF Level 7.
A Bachelor of Public
Bachelor of Public Governance 08BPGH Management or an equivalent PM 1
Honours qualification at NQF Level 7.
A Bachelor of Human Resources
Management or an equivalent
qualification at NQF Level 7.
Students who lack HRM cognate PM/DI
Bachelor of Human Resources 08HRM area courses will however, if 1
Management Honours admitted on Advanced Standing,
required to do additional courses
and complete the programme
over 2 years.
A Bachelor of Human Resources
Management at NQF Level 7, or
a related qualification from a FM/
Bachelor of Employment and 08BERH recognised institution. Relevant block 1
Labour Relations Honours setting might be considered sessions
at the discretion of the
Department.
A Bachelor of Human Resources
Management Honours or an
Master of Human Resources equivalent qualification at NQF
09MHRM PM 2
Management Level 8 or a four year pre- NQF
qualification with research
component in related field.
A Bachelor of Management
Honours degree or equivalent
Master of Management 09MMA qualification or a four-year pre- PM 2
NQF qualification with research
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The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business

A Bachelor degree in any
discipline, or an equivalent
Postgraduate Diploma in 08PGDM qualification at NQF Level 7. PM 1
Management Have at least 2 years relevant
managerial experience.
A Bachelor degree at NQF Level
8, which includes a component
Master of Business 09MBH of supervised research. Have PM 2
Administration at least 2 years business and
managerial experience.
A Bachelor degree at NQF Level
8, which includes a component
Master of Leadership and 09MLAC of supervised research. Have PM 2
Change Management at least 3 years managerial
experience.
SCHOOL OF HUMAN SCIENCES AND EDUCATION
Department of Communication and Languages
A Bachelor of Communication
Bachelor of Communication 08BCMH or an equivalent qualification at PM 1
Honours NQF Level 7.
A Bachelor of English and
Master of English and Applied Linguistics Honours or an
09MOEL FM/PM 2
Linguistics equivalent qualification at NQF
Level 8.
A Bachelor of English and
Bachelor of English and 08BENG Linguistics or an equivalent PM/DI 1
Linguistics Honours qualification at NQF Level 7.
Department of Social Sciences
A Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Criminal Justice 08HCRJ or an equivalent qualification at PM 1
Honours NQF Level 7.

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Guide to Prospective Students 2024

Office of the Registrar

Admissions
Private Bag 13388
Windhoek
NAMIBIA

T: +264 61 207 2056

E: admissions@[Link]
W: [Link]

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