Master of Science in Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing
The following shall be eligible to apply for admission to the Degree of Master of Science in Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing.
- Graduates of the University of Zambia possessing a BSc. Nursing Degree
- Graduates from any recognized University in the world who possess a BSc. Nursing Degree or BSc. Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Any other qualified persons who can satisfy the Senate:
- as having equivalent standing to graduates of the University in terms of number 1 above; and
- as to their fitness to pursue postgraduate studies
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.