University of Zambia
Some thought had been given in the early 1950s to the establishment of a University college in Lusaka, but such proposals as there may have been abandoned in 1953 with the creation of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland and the related political decision to establish a University college in Salisbury (now Harare).
The University of Zambia (UNZA) was established by Act of Parliament No. 66 of 1965. The first intake of students took place on 17th March 1966. The motto of the University, SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE has guided the development of the University since its inception.
UNZA is situated in Lusaka on two campuses. The main campus is the Great East Road Campus and it is situated on the Great East Road, 6km from the town center. The other campus is the Ridgeway Campus catering for the Medical School. It is situated on John Mbita Road, 4km South East of Lusaka, opposite the University Teaching Hospital.
University of Zambia Offered Courses | Programmes
- Agricultural Sciences
- Education
- Engineering
- Graduate School of Business
- Health Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Law
- Medicine
- Mines
- Natural Sciences
- Nursing Sciences
- Public Health
- Veterinary Medicine
University of Zambia Tuition Fees
1. Postgraduate Diplomas – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
2. Course Work Programmes – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Master of Arts Master of Education Master of Law Master of Communication for Development Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights Law Postgraduate Diploma in International Law Postgraduate Diploma in Counseling | K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Master of Science Master of Engineering Master of Mineral Sciences Diploma in ICT Policy and Regulation Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Studies | K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Public Health Master of Science in Nursing Postgraduate Diploma in Education for Health Professionals | K20,173.00 | $9,310.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Medicine Master of Veterinary Medicine | K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
3. Master by Research and Part II of Course Work Programmes
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K14,674.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K17,712.00 | $9,460.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K20,517.00 | $11,560.00 |
4. Doctor of Philosophy Programme
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Social Sciences and Arts Education Law | K15,822.00 | $7,880.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Natural Sciences Science Based Areas | K18,617.00 | $10,304.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Medicine Veterinary Medicine | K26,063.00 | $12,460.00 |
5. Part Time Fees
- Part-time fees for postgraduate programmes are charged at 50% of the full-time rate.
Non Tuition Fees
Registration Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Registration | K500.00 | $80.00 |
| Late Registration | K200.00 | $30.00 |
NB: Late registration shall be K200 per additional month after registration period
Examination Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Part I Masters Degree/Diploma | K497.00 | $125.00 |
| Part II/Research Master (Thesis) | K6,020.00 | $800.00 |
| Part II/Taught Master (Dissertation) | K3,750.00 | $700.00 |
| Doctor (Thesis) | K6,290.00 | $900.00 |
| Supplementary (Part I) Examinations (Per Course) | K500.00 | $120.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) PhD | K2,500.00 | $400.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) Masters | K1,000.00 | $250.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) PhD | K4,000.00 | $800.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) Masters | K2,000.00 | $500.00 |
Other Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Student Amenities | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Medical | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Union | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Maintenance | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Internet Connectivity | K200.00 | $50.00 |
| Student Handbook | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Library | K400.00 | $60.00 |
Bench Fees (For Non Students)
| Category B | K3000.00 |
| Category C | K5000.00 |
Suggested Student Upkeep and Research Costs (Payable to the student)
| Zambian & Non-SADC | |
| Hostel Accommodation (Per month) | K1000.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living on campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living outside campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Research Cost: Masters | ~ 70% Tuition fees |
| Book Allowance | K8,000.00 |
University of Zambia Admission
APPLICATION PROCESS
a. Obtain Application form from
i. https://www.unza.zm/how-apply
ii. Customer Service Center at Great East Road Campus
iii. University of Zambia (UNZA) Provincial offices
b. Complete the Application Form and attach:
i. Certified copy of O level results (Certified by the Examinations Council of Zambia)
ii. Certified Copy of National Registration Card (NRC)/Passport
iii. Copies of Relevant Academic Qualifications
c. Pay Application fee of ZMW 150 (A/C Name : UNZA Registrar’s Dept.)
i. 0100110273800 @ Standard Chartered Bank Plc (SCBLZMLX)
ii. 62607694371 @ First National Bank (FIRNZMLX)
iii. 0306506302182 @ ZANACO (ZNCOZMLUXXX)
Ensure that the details of the applicant appear on the deposit slip.
Obtain an official UNZA receipt after you deposit at the bank.
Submit your completed application and the relevant documents at the Customer Service Centre
2. Online Application Portal
Follow the steps on the portal to complete the Application.
Candidates that are interested in business related courses at undergraduate level can apply to our Graduate School of Business using the link: mygsb.unza.zm/register
Location of UNZA Provincial Centres
- Kabwe – NAPSA Building – Chitanda House
- Chipata – Plot 461 corner of Kombe Street / St Ann Road- Adjacent Wildlife Hall
- Kitwe – Plot 1467 Kantanta Street, Nkana East, Kitwe
- Kasama – No. 7 Milungu Road next to Chambeshi Water and Sewerage Company
- Solwezi – Low density area near Solwezi Water Plant
- Mansa – Low density Plot 641Opposite Bunda Guest House
- Livingstone – Plot 77 Kanyanta Road Livingstone
- Mongu – NAPSA Building Room No. 506
- Chinsali – Opposite Indo Bank
- Lusaka – Customer Service Center at Great East Road Campus
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