Master of Science in Community Health Nursing
The Department offers the above programme. During year 1 , the students undergo courses in Advanced Public and community health nursing and Community Organisation. During year two (2), the students undergo practical courses in Occupational and Global Health Nursing as well as community based education Practicum 1 and 2. During this year 2, the students also come up with their Dissertation on their own chosen area of interest.
The applicants must possess
(i) A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with credit or better from the University of Zambia or an equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
(ii) Must be registered with the General Nursing Council of Zambia.
(iii) At least 2 years Midwifery Clinical experience.
Tuition Fees
Course Work Programmes - PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K14,500.00 | $8,660.00 |
Master by Research and Part II of Course Work Programmes
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K13,540.00 | $9,460.00 |
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 |
K1,000.00 | $500.00 |
| Part II/Research Master (Thesis) |
K4,500.00 | $800.00 |
| Part II/Taught Master (Dissertation) |
K3,000.00 | $700.00 |
| Doctor (Thesis) | K6,000.00 | $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 | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Student Handbook | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Library | K200.00 | $60.00 |
Suggested Student Upkeep and Research Costs (Payable to the student)
| Zambian & Non-SADC | |
| Hostel Accommodation (Per month) | K700.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living on campus per day) | K90.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living outside campus per day) | K120.00 |
| Research Cost: Masters | ~ 70% Tuition fees |
| Book Allowance | K5,000.00 |
Here is how to apply for the course.