Ardhi University Admission Requirements
Ardhi University Admission Requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions has been released.
The Ardhi University (ARU) has released the admission requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Prospective students should endeavor to check the entry requirements before applying for admission. Interested candidates can access the Ardhi University programmes before proceeding to apply.
Ardhi University Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary slightly according to the program the applicant is seeking admission for and/or individual circumstances. The school or department in which the applicant wishes to register may prescribe certain additional course requirements if the student is deemed to be deficient.
Below are the admission requirements based on programmes:
- GENERAL MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
| Nrs | Category of applicants | MINIMUM ADMISSION ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS |
| 1 | Completed A-Level studies before 2014 | Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points in Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5) |
| 2 | Completed A- Level studies in 2014 and 2015 | Two principal passes (‘C’ and above) with a total of 4.0 points from Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C= 2; D = 1; E = 0.5) |
| 3 | Completed A –Level studies from 2016 onwards | Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points in Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5) |
| 4 | Ordinary Diploma, FTC and Equivalent Qualification Applicants:
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At least four passes ( “D‟s and above) at O‟ Level or NVA Level III with less than four O‟ Level passes or equivalent foreign qualifications as established by either NECTA or VETA; AND |
| At least a GPA of 3.0 for Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6); OR | ||
| Average of “C” for Full Technician Certificate (FTC) (where A=5, B=4, C=3, and D=2 points); |
- ELIGIBILITY FOR ADMISSION AT ARDHI UNIVERSITY
A candidate shall be deemed eligible for consideration for admission to a first-degree programme of Ardhi University if the candidate has obtained:
- Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (C. S. E. E.) or equivalent, with passes in FOUR approved subjects, obtained prior to sitting for the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (A. C. S. E. E.) or equivalent
AND
- Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (A. C. S. E. E.), with TWO principal level passes in appropriate subjects, with total points not below 4.0 based on the following grade to point conversion scale:
- i)Before 2014 and 2016 onwards: A = 5; B = 4; C = 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5; and F =0
where; A, B, C, D, E are principal passes; S is a Subsidiary pass
- ii)For 2014 and 2015: A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C = 2; D = 1; E = 0.5; and F = 0
where; A, B+, B, C are principal passes; D is a Pass, and E is Subsidiary Pass
OR
- An appropriate equivalent Diploma such as NACTE Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6) with at least a GPA of 3.0, OR FTC with average of OR any other Diploma of not less than Upper Second Class/B+ OR a Distinction for unclassified Diplomas from recognised institutions and approved by the University Senate.
NB: Principal level passes and passes in Religious and General studies are not counted. Applicants from countries which follow an 8–4–4 education system need to complete at least one year of study at a University in their own countries before they can be considered for admission.
- PROGRAMMES AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS BY RESPECTIVE SCHOOLS AT ARDHI UNIVERSITY
3.1 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (SACEM)
3.1.1 Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) – Code AR001
- i) Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Geography or Fine Art at grade ‘D’ or above. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level and a minimum of “D” grade in Physics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.1.2 Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (BSc. ID) – Code AR002
- i) Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography or Fine Art. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.1.3 Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSc. LA) – Code AR003
- i) Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography or Fine Art. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.1.4 Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.Sc. CE) – Code AR021
- i) Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in Advanced Mathematics and Physics. Those without at least a subsidiary in Chemistry must have a Credit pass in Chemistry at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Civil Engineering; Civil and Transportation Engineering or Architecture with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.1.5 Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (B.Sc. QS & CE) – Code AR025
- i) Direct Entry Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level and at least a “D” grade in Physics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transport Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2 SCHOOL OF SPATIAL PLANNING AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (SSPSS)
3.2.1 Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning (BSc URP) – Code AR018
- i) Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification is
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Commerce or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at a least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Rural Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.2 Bachelor of Science in Regional Development Planning (B.Sc. RDP) – Code AR016
- i) Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Commerce or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Development Planning and Rural Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.3 Bachelor of Science in Housing and Infrastructure Planning (B.Sc. HIP) – Code AR012
- i) Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Commerce or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Housing and Infrastructure Planning with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.4 Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA.Econ.) – Code AR019
- i) Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Advanced Mathematics, Economics, Geography, History, Commerce or Accountancy. One of the principal passes must be Economics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Business Studies or Community Economic Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.5 Bachelor of Arts in Community and Development Studies (BA. CDS) – Code AR023
- i) Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History, Kiswahili, English Language, Commerce, Accountancy, Agriculture or Nutrition. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Community Development, Rural Development, Agriculture Extension with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have three credits or five passes at O-Level
3.3 SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATES, BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
3.3.1 Bachelor of Science in Land Management and Valuation (B.Sc. LMV) – Code AR013
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, English Literature, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and a “D” grade in English Language at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Land Management and Valuation, Land Use Planning or Land Resources Management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.2 Bachelor of Science in Real Estate (Finance and Investment) (B.Sc. REFI) – Code AR017
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, History, Geography, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and English Language at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in English Language/ English Literature and Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Finance, Accounting and Banking with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a principal pass in Advanced Mathematics or English or a minimum of “D” grade in Mathematics or English at O-Level
3.3.3 Bachelor of Science in Property and Facilities Management (B.Sc. PFM) – Code AR015
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, English Literature, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and a ‘D’ grade in English Language at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Maintenance or Land Management and Valuation with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.4 Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (B.Sc. AF) – Code AR022
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, History, Geography, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and English Language at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in English Language/ English Literature and Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Accounting, Accountancy, Taxation, Public Sector Accounting and Finance and Public Sector Financial Management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a principal pass in Advanced Mathematics or English or a minimum of “D” grade in Mathematics or English at O-Level.
3.3.5 Bachelor of Science in Geomatics (BSc GM) – Code AR005
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in Advanced Mathematics and either Physics, Geography, Chemistry or Computer Science. In case the second principal level pass is not Physics, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Cartography, Mining Surveying, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transport Engineering, Irrigation Engineering or Computer Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a minimum of “C” grade in Mathematics and Physics at O-Level.
3.3.6 Bachelor of Science in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (BSc GI & RS) – Code AR024
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Computer Science, Biology, Economics or Agriculture. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Cartography, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Mining Surveying, with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or a minimum of “C” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
3.3.7 Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems and Networks (BSc CSN) – Code AR027
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Computer Science. In addition, a candidate must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Land Surveying or Geomatics with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.8 Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management (BSc. ISM) – Code AR020
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science/ICT, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry or Economics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or credit pass in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Electronics or Land Surveying and Geomatics with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4 SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (SEST)
3.4.1 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.Sc. EE) – Code AR009
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology. If the two principal passes are not Advanced Mathematics and Physics, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics and Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.2 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management (B.Sc. ESM) – Code AR011
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. One of the two principal passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.3 Bachelor of Science in Municipal and Industrial Services Engineering (B.Sc. MISE) – Code AR014
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.4 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Laboratory Science and Technology (B.Sc. ELST) – Code AR026
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. One of the two principal passes must be Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and Physics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.4 Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA.Econ.) – Code AR019
- i)Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Advanced Mathematics, Economics, Geography, History, Commerce or Accountancy. One of the principal passes must be Economics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Business Studies or Community Economic Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.2.5 Bachelor of Arts in Community and Development Studies (BA. CDS) – Code AR023
- i)Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, History, Kiswahili, English Language, Commerce, Accountancy, Agriculture or Nutrition. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least “D” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Community Development, Rural Development, Agriculture Extension with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have three credits or five passes at O-Level
3.3 SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATES, BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
3.3.1 Bachelor of Science in Land Management and Valuation (B.Sc. LMV) – Code AR013
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, English Literature, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and a “D” grade in English Language at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Land Management and Valuation, Land Use Planning or Land Resources Management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.2 Bachelor of Science in Real Estate (Finance and Investment) (B.Sc. REFI) – Code AR017
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, History, Geography, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and English Language at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in English Language/ English Literature and Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Finance, Accounting and Banking with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a principal pass in Advanced Mathematics or English or a minimum of “D” grade in Mathematics or English at O-Level
3.3.3 Bachelor of Science in Property and Facilities Management (B.Sc. PFM) – Code AR015
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, English Literature, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and a ‘D’ grade in English Language at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Maintenance or Land Management and Valuation with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.4 Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (B.Sc. AF) – Code AR022
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, History, Geography, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and English Language at A-Level or at least a “D” grade in English Language/ English Literature and Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Accounting, Accountancy, Taxation, Public Sector Accounting and Finance and Public Sector Financial Management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a principal pass in Advanced Mathematics or English or a minimum of “D” grade in Mathematics or English at O-Level.
3.3.5 Bachelor of Science in Geomatics (BSc GM) – Code AR005
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in Advanced Mathematics and either Physics, Geography, Chemistry or Computer Science. In case the second principal level pass is not Physics, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics at A-Level.
- ii) Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Cartography, Mining Surveying, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transport Engineering, Irrigation Engineering or Computer Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a minimum of “C” grade in Mathematics and Physics at O-Level.
3.3.6 Bachelor of Science in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (BSc GI & RS) – Code AR024
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Computer Science, Biology, Economics or Agriculture. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or at least a ‘C’ grade at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Geomatics, Land Surveying, Cartography, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Mining Surveying, with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or a minimum of “C” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
3.3.7 Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems and Networks (BSc CSN) – Code AR027
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Computer Science. In addition, a candidate must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Land Surveying or Geomatics with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.3.8 Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management (BSc. ISM) – Code AR020
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science/ICT, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry or Economics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level or credit pass in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Electronics or Land Surveying and Geomatics with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4 SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY (SEST)
3.4.1 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.Sc. EE) – Code AR009
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology. If the two principal passes are not Advanced Mathematics and Physics, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Physics and Advanced Mathematics /Basic Applied Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.2 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management (B.Sc. ESM) – Code AR011
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. One of the two principal passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology.
- ii) Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.3 Bachelor of Science in Municipal and Industrial Services Engineering (B.Sc. MISE) – Code AR014
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3.4.4 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Laboratory Science and Technology (B.Sc. ELST) – Code AR026
- i)Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. One of the two principal passes must be Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics and Physics at A-Level.
- ii)Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
2: Admission Requirements for Postgraduate Degree Programmes
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (SACEM)
Master of Architecture (M. Arch) (Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Holders of Bachelor of Architecture of at least a Second Class Lower division from Ardhi University or from any other recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
Graduate Diploma in Architecture of at least a Second Class Lower division of the former Ardhi Institute or Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture from Ardhi University or from any other recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Construction Economics and Management (MSc. CEM) (Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A first degree of second class grade or above in Building Economics, Construction Management, Building Survey or related fields of Ardhi University or any other relevant first degree from a recognized institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A relevant Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Economics and Management or related fields of Ardhi University or any other institution of Higher Learning.
Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture (PhD Arch)
Entry Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Architecture from Ardhi University or any other relevant Masters Degree from Ardhi University or from a recognized University.
Doctor of Philosophy in Construction Economics and Management (PhD CEM) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Construction Management (PhD CM) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD CE) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Design – By Coursework & Dissertation
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
SCHOOL OF SPATIAL PLANNING AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (SSPSS)
Master of Science in Urban Planning and Management (MSc. UPM) -(By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
First or Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning (URP), Regional Development Planning (RDP) and Housing and Infrastructure Planning (HIP); or relevant qualifications from Programs offered by the Schools at ARU, Economics and Economic Planning.
Upper Second Class or above Postgraduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning or Architecture or Land Management and Valuation or Environmental Engineering or relevant qualifications from Programs offered by the Schools at ARU, other related subject from a recognized university or institution of higher learning.
Working experience of at least two years in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Positive recommendations from two referees one from an academic institution where the candidate graduated and one from the practice. Candidates without sufficient background in urban and regional planning profession may be required to take additional courses offered in the undergraduate programs.
Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning and Management (MSc. URPM) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
First or Second Class Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or Architecture or Land Management and Valuation or Environmental Engineering or Building Economics or Land Surveying/Geomatics or Geography or Economics or Economic Planning or Public Administration or Business Administration and Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Dar es Salaam or any other recognized institution or any other relevant field.
Experience of at least two years in a relevant field would be an added advantage.
Positive recommendations from two referees.
This programme is currently supported by DAAD. Therefore, Tanzanian candidates aspiring for the DAAD scholarships would have their applications for sponsorship further scrutinized by a joint committee of SPRING partner universities and a DAAD representative or any sponsoring organization/institution as situation emerges.
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning (PhD URP) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Planning and Management (Housing and Infrastructure) (PhD UPM), – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD Econ) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATE, BUSINESS STUDIES AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
Master of Science in Geomatics (MSc. Gm) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A second Class or above BSc. degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying or any other relevant degree from Ardhi University or a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Geomatics or Land Surveying from Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Geomatics (MSc. Gm) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A Second Class Upper Division, Bachelor of Science degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying from Ardhi University or its equivalent from Ardhi Univesity or any other recognized Univesity or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Real Estate (MSc. RE) – (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
At least a second class grade or above BSc. degree in Land Management and Valuation, Urban and Regional Planning, Building Economics, Architecture, Land Surveying, Environmental Engineering , Geography, Economics, Commerce or Civil Engineering from Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from Ardhi University or a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
OR
A relevant Postgraduate Diploma of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning.
Master of Science in Real Estate (MSc. LM) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A minimum of a Second Class Upper Division, Bachelor degree in Land Management and Valuation of the Ardhi University or its equivalent from Ardhi Univesity or any other recognized Univesity or Institution of Higher Learning.
Doctor of Philosophy in Geospatial Sciences (PhD GS) – By Thesis
Entry Qualifications
A Master Degree in Geomatics or Land Surveying or Geoinformatics or Geodetic Science from Ardhi University or any other relevant Masters Degree from a recognized University.
Doctor of Philosophy in Real Estate (PhD RE) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Land Administration (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Doctor of Philosophy in Real Estate Economics (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognized University.
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (SEST)
Master of Science Degree in Environmental Technology and Management (MSc. – ETM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
At least a Second Class Lower division Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised University or Institution of higher learning.
Master of Science Degree in Environmental Technology and Management (MSc. – ETM) – (By Thesis)
Entry Qualifications
A minimum of a Second Class Lower division Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree of the Ardhi University or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Engineering of the Ardhi University or Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised University or Institution of higher learning.
Master of Disasters Risk Management (M.DRM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A Second or higher class Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate diploma in any of the programmes offered by Ardhi University and similar programmes offered by other universities as approved by Senate. Other admission requirements are similar to the general entry requirements for ARU postgraduate programmes.
Master of Science Disasters Risk Management (MSc.DRM) – (By Coursework and Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
A Second or higher class Bachelor’s of Science degree or post-graduate diploma in any of the engineering and technology (environmental engineering, municipal and industrial services engineering, environmental laboratory science and technology, and civil engineering) programmes offered by ARU. Holders of bachelor’s degrees in similar programmes offered by other recognised universities or higher learning institutions, as approved by ARU Senate also qualify. Applicants who have a first degree in branches of engineering other than the ones mentioned above may be considered for admission into the programme as shall be approved by the university senate. Other admission requirements are similar to the general entry requirements for ARU postgraduate programmes.
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Engineering (PhD EE) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Technology and Management (PhD ETM) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Science and Management (PhD ESM) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Disaster Management (PhD DM), – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Laboratory Science and Management (PhD LSM) – By Thesis
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
INSTITUTE OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT STUDIES (IHSS)
Master of Science in Housing (MSc. Housing)
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 2.7, or equivalent qualification as shall be approved by the University Senate, in the fields of urban planning; housing and infrastructure, urban development planning, architecture, urban geography, urban sociology, urban designers, environmental and civil engineering, geomatics, land management and valuation, building economics, construction economists and management, urban economics and other related fields.
Work experience of 2 years in the respective fields is an added advantage.
Recommendation from at least two referees – one academician and one practicing professional.
Master of Science in Public Policy Analysis and Programme Management
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum of lower second class or equivalent qualifications as shall be approved by the University Senate, in the fields offered at ARU or any other related fields.
Work experience of 2 years in the respective fields is n added advantage.
Recommendation from at lest two referees – one academician and one practicing professional
M.A. Development Studies
Entry Qualifications
Master of Arts in Development Studies (MA – DS)
Entry Qualifications
Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 2.7 in the fields offered at ARU and other related fields or equivalent qualification as shall be approved by the University Senate; Candidates with unclassified under graduate degree may be considered for admission provided she/he has a minimum of a B grade.
Doctor of Philosophy in Built Environment Analysis (PhD BEA) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Climate Change Studies (PhD CCS) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Housing and Settlement Studies (PhD HSS) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Policy Analysis and Programme Management (PhD PAPM) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies (PhD DS) – By Thesis
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Governance and Environmental Studies (By Coursework & Dissertation)
Entry Qualifications
Relevant Master’s Degree of the Ardhi University or holder of equivalent standing Master’s Degree from a recognised University.
Duration for the programmes
Masters degree by Course work and dissertation: 18 months
Masters degree by thesis: 24 months
PhD by thesis: 36 months
For more information and inquiries, you can contact Ardhi University by visiting the institution’s official website on www.aru.ac.tz.
