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AFRICA RESEARCH
UNIVERSITY
PROSPECTUS 2020
Registered & Accredited with the Higher
Education Authority – HEA 000/01 -in terms
of the Higher Education Act, Nr 4 of 2013.
Office Park Block 5, Cresta Golfview Hotel, Great East
Road, Lusaka. PO Box FW 20, Lusaka, Zambia
www.aru-online.com
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CONTENTS
Page
Introduction 2 Why study with ARU 4 Governance 5
Overview of Qualifications 7
School of Management Studies 9
Bachelor of Technology [B Tech] 9
Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] 14
School of Education Studies 17
Bachelor of Education [Primary] [B Ed Prim] 17
Bachelor of Education [Secondary] [B Ed Sec] 17
Fast Track Options 22
Professional Certificate in Teaching Methodology 23
School of Post Graduate Studies 24
Master of Education Management [M Ed] 24
Master of Business Administration [MBA] 25
Master of Public Administration [MPA] 28
Master of Philosophy [M Phil] 29
Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] 30
Fees and Payment Requirements 35
Rules and Regulations 38
Academic Calendar – 2020 44
Accommodation in Lusaka – Residentials & Exams 46
Marketing Team 47
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Introduction
Africa Research University is officially registered with the Higher Education Authority of Zambia as a Private Higher Education Institution, licensed to offer bachelor, masters and doctorate degrees through distance as well as online learning, with additional contact sessions. [HEA 000/01 – Act 4/2013].
Our mission is to create a university where students can grow, prosper and excel in achieving their life ambitions through modern technology, world class materials and personal guidance.
In a nutshell:
our vision is to enable our students to:
Grow, Prosper and Excel
in whatever they aspire to achieve.
The Africa Research University has a strong focus on managerial skills, and knowledge, and is one of
the few universities that devotes two semester courses on research, preparing students not only for
post graduate research, but also to contribute as such in the workplace.
ARU Logo - Name - Motto - Vision - Mission
The ARU Logo consist of three sections namely:
The University Logo
The Name of the Institution
The University Motto
University Logo
The University logo has four components, namely:
A rising sun, surrounded by laureate leaves, resting on the wings of an eagle, and lastly all of
it resting on an open book.
The Open Book
ARU promotes a culture of life-long learning, and learning is a continuous process,
which is why the book is open. It symbolises the viewpoint that learning takes place
at all times, and our students are encouraged to learn as they go, never to close the
book on the learning process.
Eagles’ Wings
Above the open book are the wings of a soaring eagle. The eagle is not only the
national bird of Zambia, but an eagle also represents strength, vision and skill.
Those are qualities needed by effective leaders.
The Rising Sun
The rising sun represents the call to get up and work. Hard work is one of the
cornerstones of ARU which we promote amongst our students.
The fact that the rising sun is in green, also represents fertility of one’s efforts.
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The Laureate Leaves
The sun is surrounded by laureate leaves in green and gold. Laureate leaves represent
a symbol of victory or status and achievement. Laureate leaves more specifically
serve as the base word for “baccalaureate," indicating academic achievement. In
Christianity it is said to symbolize the resurrection of Christ and the triumph of
humanity.
The name of Africa Research University
The name of Africa Research University focus on two important factors, namely;
It represents the university’s roots firmly on the continent of Africa, serving the
people of Africa.
It represents the firm belief that the orientation and ability to undertake research is a
strong element that needs to be promoted into our culture in Africa to develop and
improve the continent to the benefit of its people.
Motto: Grow, Prosper, Excel
Africa Research University, through its educational programmes, strives that its
students, staff and stakeholders achieve the various steps in personal achievement,
namely:
To grow as humans, through exposure towards academic excellence.
Through personal growth comes prosperity, not only in material terms, but also in
terms of spiritual and mental prosperity.
Once the prosperity has been achieved, it will lead to acceleration. We strive towards
a goal where our students will excel in their careers, businesses and personal lives. To
become outstanding people with outstanding abilities, knowledge and skills, to make
them global leaders.
Vision Statement
We create educational opportunities for personal growth, prosperity and excellence.
Mission Statement
We provide our students with flexible learning opportunities through modern
technology, world class materials and personal guidance.
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Why study with ARU
Africa Research University was formed with a vision that education should be accessible to all people.
Study with ARU, as we create educational opportunities for personal growth, prosperity and
excellence.
Our mission is to provide our students with flexible learning opportunities through modern
technology, world class materials and personal guidance.
ARU has a strong focus on managerial knowledge and development studies, and is one of the few
Universities that devotes two semester courses on research, preparing students for post graduate
research.
The Institute for Research and Development’s sole focus is offering masters and doctorate guidance
and supervision.
Through ARU, you get the best of both worlds: distance learning experts to support you and a highly
Zambian qualification at the end of your studies.
We are different, but still the same
Different We acknowledge previous diplomas and allow students to upgrade the
diplomas into bachelor’s degrees within 2 years; no need to start all over
again
Continuous registration – start anytime during the year
Scholarships available for dedicated students
4 Exam sessions per year
Modular study materials and assessment
Lower costs
Easy payment system – monthly instalments
A library at home
Online website
The same Our qualifications are on par with the best in Zambia and on the
Continent
One of the very few which are accredited to offer up to Doctorate level
Focused on the Zambian human resources demands
Zambian registered and accredited.
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Governance
Chancellor
Professor Dr Fashion Muya Phiri
Members of Council Ambassador SK Walubita (Chairperson)
Prof S Kasanda (Deputy Chairperson)
Prof J Malan (Vice Chancellor & CEO)
Prof DJ du Plessis (Deputy Vice Chancellor
& COO)
Mrs Rhoda Phiri
Dr Maxwell Phiri
Mrs Tina Malan
Mrs Sylvia Eneke
Mr Sangayakula Sanga
Mr Mataa Mukelabai
Mr AK Siapemo (Registrar)
Mr Sean Mukelabai (CFO)
Mr Frank Sakanya
EXCO Prof J Malan – VC & CEO [Chair] [email protected]
Prof DJ du Plessis – DVC & COO [Deputy Chair] [email protected]
Mr SM Mukelabai – CFO [Scribe] [email protected]
Mr A K Siapemo – Registrar [email protected] +260 972 614 194
ARU Senate Prof Dr J Malan [Chairperson ]
Prof K du Plessis [DVC ]
Mr A Siapemo [ Registrar]
Mr S Mukelabai [CFO]
Mr F Sakanya [Head of School of Management Studies]
Prof Dr J Chishala [Head of School of Education Studies]
Prof Dr G Mulenga [Head of School of Post Graduate Studies ]
Mr M Liyanda [Manager IT & Data]
Mr B Nyemba [Director of Student Affairs]
Mr E Sakala [Librarian]
Mr Jive Lubbungu [Student Representative]
All other Professors
ARU Holdings Limited Including:
ARU Research University Ltd &
MPR ARU Investments Ltd.
Directors:
Prof J Malan – VC & CEO [Chair]
Prof D J du Plessis – DVC & COO
Mr S M Mukelabai – CFO [Scribe]
Mr A K Siapemo – Registrar
Mrs S S Eneke – non-executive
Mr M M Mukelabai – non-
executive
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ARU Administrative Staff IT Management: Michael Liyanda : [email protected] +260 966 664 762
Data Administrator: Masauso Phiri: [email protected] +260 971 187 888 Debtors Administrator: Johnny Likando : [email protected] +260 955 500 596
o Martha Banda: [email protected]+260 973 030 175
Academic Administration: Gracious Phiri : [email protected] +260 972 808 964 Librarian: Emmanuel Sakala : [email protected] +260 973 732 642
Logistics: Boyd Katowa : [email protected]+ 260 977 576 582
Accountant: Cecilia Chisenga : [email protected] +260 979 713 891
HR & General Admin: Mwiche Konkola: [email protected] +260 962 541 331
General Support: Florence Banda : xx
ARU Academic Heads of Schools Mr F Sakanya [Management Studies] [email protected]
+260 955 885 672
Prof Dr J Chishala [Education Studies] [email protected] +260 966 754 762/0974 127 420
Prof Dr G Mulenga [Post Graduate Studies] [email protected]
+260 976 194 034
The delivery method for ARU is breaching new frontiers in Zambia.
Grow – Prosper – Excel, in whatever you want to achieve
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Overview of Qualifications
POST GRADUATE DEGREES
Duration
Entry Requirements
Description Methods of delivery
Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD)
2 – 3 Years
Master’s Degree
The degree is supervised by a subject specialist. Therefore, any area of specialisation is available
on condition a subject specialist is available.
Research Programme under Supervision
& Colloquiums
Masters` degree 2 Years
Bachelor’s Degree
Master of Education (Education Management)
(MEd)
Distance learning, Residential and Colloquiums
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Research Programme under Supervision & Colloquiums
Master of Business Administration
(MBA) With various electives
Distance learning, E-learning, Residential and Colloquiums
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
With electives
Distance learning, E-learning, Residential and Colloquiums
BACHELOR DEGREES - EDUCATION
Duration
Description Entry Requirements
Methods of delivery
Bachelor of Primary Education
B Ed [Primary]
4 YEAR Degree
Grade 12 required -
Minimum 5 ‘O’ Level
Credits or Better
2 YEAR Degree [FAST TRACK]
3-year Diploma required
Distance -learning,
E-learning,
Residentials [Contact Classes]
Teaching Practice
Bachelor of Secondary Education
B Ed [Secondary]
All courses and combinations
available – excluding Agriculture & Home Economics
4 YEAR Degree
Grade 12 required - Minimum 5 ‘O’ Level Credits or Better
2 YEAR Degree [FAST TRACK]
3-year Diploma required
Distance -learning,
E-learning,
Residentials [Contact Classes]
Teaching Practice
Natural Sciences Practicals
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BACHELOR DEGREES - MANAGEMENT
Degrees to be introduced during 2020
Bachelor of Education [Early Childhood Education]
Bachelor of Development Studies
Bachelor of Accounting
Bachelor of Information Technology
Duration
Entry Requirements
Description
Methods of delivery
Bachelor of Business Administration
BBA
4 Years
Grade 12- Minimum 5 ‘O’ Level Credits or Better
Specialisation Options: In Management: + General- + Public Administration- + Project- + Financial- + Marketing- + Economics- + Transport & Logistics- + Human Resources- + Health Administration- + Social Work-
Distance -learning,
E-learning,
Residentials [Contact Classes]
Bachelor of Technology
B-Tech
2 Years
3-Year diploma and 3 years’ work experience
Specialisation Options: + Business Administration
+ Marketing Management + Education Management + Corporate Risk & Security Management + Public Administration + Transport & Logistics + Human Resource Management + Risk & Security Management
Distance -learning,
E-learning,
Residentials [Contact Classes]
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SCHOOL of MANAGEMENT
The School of Management offers the following degree programmes:
Bachelor of Technology
Bachelor of Business Administration
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY DEGREE
1. Introduction
The BTech degree is aimed at offering candidates specific options in career specialisation, with
sufficient knowledge and know-how to occupy a middle management position. The ultimate objective
is to produce well rounded candidates with a broad knowledge base, and career specific knowledge
and experience. The degree contains a strong element of practical managerial knowledge as well as
a research component that prepares the candidate for further study at post graduate level.
This learning programme is directed towards working adults with the following main learning
components, namely:
• General education
• Managerial practice
• Career specialisation
2. Objectives of the Programme
The objectives of the BTech programme are to provide a learning path that would produce candidates
with well-rounded general knowledge and career specific know-how, including practical management.
The degree contains a strong element of managerial knowledge as well as a research component that
prepares the candidate for further study at post graduate level.
This qualification addresses a specific need in the Zambian labour and managerial career environment
since it provides seamless access to diploma holders to access a lifetime learning path towards a
Bachelors’, Master’s and Doctorate degree.
This is a major difficulty in Zambia where there exists a major shortage in the middle management
human resource of the country.
Many Diploma holders are discouraged to pursue further learning because there exist no suitable
learning paths.
By pursuing the BTech degree, middle managers are introduced to career improvement opportunities,
and further study.
Upon completion of the programme students will be competent to function as managers in a selected
career.
3. Upon completion, successful candidates will be able to:
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Contribute towards strategic management and planning to give direction to the organisation in a
dynamic environment. Participate knowledgeably in the management of organisations and
businesses, by understanding the managerial concepts and the technical managerial models required
to become an effective middle manager.
Implement goals and strategies successfully.
Apply the concepts of strategic management on all management levels to cope with managerial
environmental challenges.
Apply administrative skills within the workplace.
Apply the basic principles of research.
Manage selected areas of expertise which require in-depth knowledge in a specific area of
specialization such as marketing, human resource, transport and logistics, security and corporate risk,
educational institute management and business administration aspects such as production,
information technology and marketing research.
4. Research Component
Upon completion of the study programme the candidate will:
Understand and be familiar with the basic concepts of research and research methodologies.
Construct a simple research proposal.
Conduct basic research
5. Managerial Practice Component
As part of this curriculum, learners in the 3rd and 4th years are required to complete a minimum number
of practical hours in a supervisory capacity. For this purpose, a logbook is provided which need to be
completed and submitted. Managerial Practice is a non-exam component of the degree. Activities
that are included in Management practice are:
Supervision activities in a organisational environment
Such supervision can be in a school, a government department, a non-government
environment such as a church, any business environment, including self-employment
(entrepreneurial) activities.
Meetings attended and/or chaired
This includes meetings in or outside the formal environment such as a community
organisation and/or a church
Training activities
This includes formal and informal training in a working environment.
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6. Curriculum
YEAR 1-2: GENERAL EDUCATION – INITIAL DIPLOMA STUDIES
Framework Electives: Years 1 & 2
Year 1 SEMESTER 1 Modules - with subjects
Professional communication Mathematics, Quantitative and Formal Reasoning
Mathematics, Quantitative and Formal Reasoning
Statistics
Information Technology Research Methods
Cross-Cultural Awareness Business Calculations
Mathematics
Year 1 SEMESTER 2 Algebra
Mathematics, Quantitative and Formal Reasoning
Calculus
Diversity
Social Sciences and Historical awareness Diversity
Natural Sciences Religion
Cultural Awareness
Year 2 SEMESTER 1 Human Rights
Professional Communication
Information Technology Professional Communication
Specialised study Business Writing
Specialised study Oral Communication
English Literacy
Year 2 SEMESTER 2
Global Awareness and Cultural Understanding
Philosophical Thinking or Ethics
Specialised study Business Ethics
Specialised study Business and Community Responsibility
Specialised study
Social Sciences and Historical Awareness
Sociology
Geography
History
Natural Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Natural Science
Global Awareness and Cultural Understanding
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Global Politics
Global History
Global Business
Cross-Cultural Awareness
Sociology
Psychology
Industrial Psychology
Technology
Intro to Technology
Word Processing Software
Number Processing Software
Presentation Software
Programming (any field)
Computer Hardware and Software
Specialized Study
Any five modules in each field/category
Business and Management
Education
Law and Security
Environmental Studies
Transport and Logistics
Development Studies
YEAR 3-4: PRACTICAL ORIENTATION
Year 3 SEMESTER 1
COURSE TITLE COURSE CODE
Principles of Management PRM 313
Managerial Practice PRAC 301
Elective 1 As per subject list
Elective 2 As per subject list
Year 3 SEMESTER 2
Research Methodology ITR4
Managerial Practice PRAC 302
Elective 3 As per subject list
Elective 4 As per subject list
Year 4 Semester 1
Theory of Management THM434
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Managerial Practice PRAC 401
Elective 5 As per subject list
Elective 6 As per subject list
Year 4 Semester 2
Capstone Course Poject REM4
Electives: Years 3 & 4 - Per Chosen Cluster
B Tech Business Administration
1. Marketing Technology MMT4
2. Production Technology PRT4
3. Human Resource Management 4A HRM4
4. Financial Management FIM4
5. Information Management ITM4
6. Business and Law BUL4
B Tech Marketing Technology
1. Marketing Technology MMT4
2. Rural Marketing RRM4
3. Retail Marketing RMM4
4. Customer Relations CTM4
5. Marketing Research MRM4
6. E-Commerce ECM4
B Tech Corporate Security and Risk
1. Introduction to Information Security IIS4
2. Integrated Risk Planning, Strategy IRP4
3. Principles of Corporate Security CRS4
4. Fundamentals of Computer Forensics
FCS4
5. Physical Security PHS4
6. Internet Risk and Security IRS
B Tech Public Administration
1. Political Systems PSM4
2. Governmental Relations/International Relations
GRE4/IRM4
3. Community Economic Development CED4
4. Public Fiscal Management PFM4
5. Public Policy Management PPM4
6. Public Administrative Ethics PAE4
B Tech Education management
1. Theory of Education TED4
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2. Management of Educational Institutions
MEI4
3. The Management of Educational Staff
MES4
4. Classroom Management CRM4
5. Student Information Management Systems
SMS4
6. Budgeting and Planning LED4
B Tech Transport and logistics
1. Principles of Procurement PPR4
2. Principles of Transportation PTM4
3. Principles of Warehousing PWM4
4. Logistics Order Processing and IT LOP4
5. Quantitative Techniques for Logistics
QTM4
6. Contemporary Issues in Logistics CIL4
B Tech Human Resource Management
1. Human Resource Management 4A HRM4
2. Team Building and Motivation TBM4
3. Training Management TRM4
4. Human Resource Management 4B HRM5
5. Information Management ITM4
6. Labour Law LLM4
B Tech Security and Risk Management
1. Police, Law and Community PLC4
2. Interviewing and Evidence IVE4
3. Principles of Corporate Security CRS4
4. Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation
FFI4
5. Major Crime Investigation MCI4
6. Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management
RCD
Bachelor of Business Administration
The Bachelor’s in Business Administration is an excellent qualification for Grade 12 students and all
those who aspire for middle and senior management positions. The qualification covers a wide range
of disciplines that provides the successful student a solid general knowledge to be a competent
manager in private or public organisations
Within the context of typical support modules for management studies (for example, Accounting, Economics, Commercial Law and Business Information Systems), this programme is designed to develop proficiency in the theory and practice of management through a knowledge of:
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The complexity of management and employee relationships within the organisations.
The relationship between the organisation and its environment (social, political, legal, economics and ecological).
The functional disciplines within the organisation and their contribution to organisational success.
You will:
Develop an understanding of the need for effective communication systems in management.
Develop an understanding of current and contemporary legal and technical developments and how they impinge on the management function.
Develop an understanding of the strategic role of management.
Develop an awareness of ethical issues pertaining to corporate governance and management practice.
Build a foundation for further studies in management and entrepreneurship.
Develop skills to share knowledge and assist in the development of others.
ARU offers the following concentrations/specialisations in the Bachelor of Business in the
following management disciplines
1. Administration 2. Public Administration
3. Project Management
4. Financial Management
5. Marketing Management
6. Economics
7. Transport and Logistics
8. Human Resource Management
9. Social Work
10. Health Administration
Year 1: Introduction to Business
Semester 1 Semester 2
Business Communication BCM1101 Business Statistics BST1201
Introduction to Economics ITO1204 Entrepreneurship BEN1202
Introduction to Business BIE1103 Principles of Management PRM1203
Business and Law BUL1104 Micro Economics MEC1204
Year 2: Business Management
Semester 1 Semester 2
Marketing Management MMT2101 Marketing Research MRM2201
Production Management PRT2102 Management Accounting MAC2202
Human Resource Management HRM2103 Information Management ITM2203
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Purchasing and Supply Management PSM2104 Financial Management FIM2204
Year 3: Advanced Management
Semester 1 Semester 2
Leadership LEM3101 Managerial Ethics MGE3201
Theory of Management TMG3102 Change Management CMT3202
Introduction to Strategic Management SMG3103 Macro Economics MEC3203
Project Management PMG3104 Research Methods and Statistics ITR3204
Year 4: Specialisation Year
Semester 1 Semester 2
Advanced Research Techniques ART4101 Capstone Course Project REP4201
3 electives from list 1 - 30 3 Electives from list 1 - 30
BBA - Standing Electives Social Work - Electives
1 Advanced Financial Management AFM05 1 Intro to Social Work ISW101
2 Advanced Marketing Management
AMT05 2 Poverty Reduction Strategy PRS101
3 Advanced Principles of Management
ADM651 3 Community Health & Dev CHD101
4 Project Financial Management PFM3208 4 Behavioural Social Methods
BSWM01
5 Budgeting BUP5520 5 Gender & Dev GND101
6 Organisational Effectiveness OEF3104 6 Community Relations CR101
7 Principles of Procurement POP3111 7 Social Development SD4102
8 Workplace Relations WPR3112
9 Investment Management IMM3110 Health Admin -Electives
10 Development Economics DEC3109 1 Intro To Health Admin IHA3101
11 International Business Management
IBM3203 2 Health Care, Quality, Safety
HCS3101
12 Team Building TMB3205 3 Health Planning HPL201
13 Project Risk Management PRM3114 4 Health promotion HEP201
14 Working Capital Management WCM4107 5 Health Finance HFE3101
15 Customer Service CSM3212 6 Intro to Epidemiology EPD201
16 Change Management CMT3202 7 Health Delivery Systems HDS4103
17 Training Management TNM3206
18 Advertising ADV3106
19 Retail Management RET3107
20 Global Finance GFM4105
21 Logistics - Orders & Process LOP3215
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22 Principles of Warehousing WRM3213
23 Principles of Transportation PTM4
24 Quantitative Methods for Logs QTM4110
25 Political systems PSM4
26 Governmental Relations GRE4
27 Community Economic Development
CED4
28 Public Fiscal Management PFM4
29 Public Policy PPM4
30 Public Administrative Ethics PAE4
SCHOOL of EDUCATION
Bachelor of Education [Primary]
Admission requirements: Admission at year 1 level- Grade 12, with 5 “O” levels and two passes.
Exemptions:
Certificate holders qualify for exemptions for subjects already completed
Year 1 - Semester 1 Year 1 - Semester 2
HPE01 History and Philosophy of Education LIT01 Literacy and Language 1
ISC01 Integrated Science 1 SDS01 Social & Development Studies 1
LST01 Introduction to Language Studies SOC01 Sociology
MTM01 Mathematics 1 TES01 Technology Studies 1 (Design & Technology)
Year 2 - Semester 1 Year 2 - Semester 2
EDP02 Educational Psychology CUR02 Curriculum Studies
ISC02 Integrated Science 2 EXP02 Expressive Arts 1 (Resistant Materials)
LIT02 Literacy and Language 2 FOO02 Food Science and Nutrition
MTM02 Mathematics 2 SOS02 Social & Development Studies 2
Year 3 - Semester 1 Year 3 - Semester 2
GAC03 Guidance and Counselling EXP03 Expressive Arts 2 (Textile Science & Crafts)
LIT03 Literacy and Language 3
QTC1
Introduction to Computers / Information and Communication Technology
MTM03 Mathematics 3 SDS03 Social and Development Studies 3
SEN03 Special Education Needs TP03 Teaching Practice 1
TEM03 Teaching Methods TES03 Technology Studies 2 (Design & Technology)
Year 4 - Semester 1 Year 4 - Semester 2
HEC04 Home Economics TEM04 Assessment and Evaluation
LIT04 Literacy and Language 4 EAM04 Educational Administration
MTM04 Mathematics 4 ENT04 Entrepreneurship
REM04 Research Methods EXP04 Integrated Science 3
TP04 Teaching Practice 2
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Bachelor of Education - B Ed [Secondary]
Admission requirements: Admission at year 1 level- Grade 12, with at least 5 “O” levels.
Exemptions:
Direct entry to this qualification- no exemption will be offered (Entry requirements: Grade 12 with 5
‘O-Levels’)
Students with Teaching Certificates will be exempted on an individual basis for subjects which they
qualify for exemption
Students with a Diploma will qualify for the fast-track programme at either Year 3 entry, or Year 4
entry.
B Ed [Secondary]
Year 1 SEMESTER 1
Old Code New Code COURSE TITLE
Compulsory:
BCM01 BCM101 Communication Skills
HPE01 HPE01 History and Philosophy of Education
Electives - select 2
IBS01 IBS01 Introduction To Biblical Studies
BEE01/ BEM1 BEM1 Introduction to Business
ICE1 ICE1 Introduction to Civic Education
ITO1 ITO1204 Introduction to Economics
EIL 01 EIL 01 Introduction to English Literature
GEO1 GE01 Introduction to Geography
Year 1 SEMESTER 2
Compulsory:
SOC01 EDP Sociology of Education
CRM4 EDD Classroom Management
Electives - select 2
BHR01 BHR01 Biblical Hermeneutics
IFM02 IFM02 Information Management
GEO2 HISS111 Introduction to History
BIE01 BIE01 Introduction to Management
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MEC01 MEC01 Macro Economics
ELL 01 ELL 01 English Linguistics
TBA TBA 2 Technology Applications in Classrooms
TBA TES01 Technology Studies 1 (Design and Technology)
Year 2 SEMESTER 1
Compulsory:
EDP02 EXP02 Psychology of Education
Electives - select 3
CED4 CED301 Community Economic Development
ESP03 ESP03 Semantics & Pragmatics
HIS1 HIS1 European History
GEO3 GE03 Geography of Zambia
LTJ02 LTJ02 Life & Teachings of Jesus
MSX1 MSX1 Number Processing Software
PWP` TEM03 Presentation Software
POI02 POI02 Prophets of Israel
EMS02 EMS03 Morphology, Word Formation & Syntax
MSW1 MSW1 Word Processing Software
PHY110 PHY110 Introduction to Physics and Properties and Matter
BIO110 BIO110 The Evolution of Modern Science
CHE110 CHE110 Introduction to Chemistry
SAL111 SAL111 Beginning and Intermediate Algebra
Year 2 SEMESTER 2
Compulsory:
CUR02 CUR02 Curriculum Studies
TEM03 TEM03 Teaching Methodology
Electives - select 2
BST01 BST01 Business Statistics
CPR1 SDS02 Computer Practice 1
GEO4 GE04 Geography of The Sub-Region
INT1 INT1 International Trade
PHY120 PHY120 Waves and Optics
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BIO120 BIO120 Anatomy and Physiology
CHE120 CHE120 Basic Organic Chemistry and Biological Molecules
STA111 STA111 Introduction to Statistics
Year 3 SEMESTER 1
Compulsory:
EAM04 EAM04 Educational Administration
QTC1 QTC1 Introduction to Computers
GAC03 GAC03 Special Education, Guidance & Counselling
Electives - select 1
EDA03 ECT04 English: Discourse Analysis
ENH03 ENH03 Environmental Health
MIC01 MIE3102 Micro Economics
PHY210 PHY210 Electricity and Magnetism
BIO210 BIO210 Ecology
CHE210 CHE210 Inorganic Chemistry
SCA121 SCA121 Calculus I
Year 3 SEMESTER 2
Compulsory:
CSW3 CSW03 Computer Software and Applications
ELM1 ELM1 E-learning Methods
TP03 TP03 Teaching Practice 1 [Theory]
Electives - select 2
ACC1 ACC1 Accounting
HIS3 HIS3 African History
APW03 APW03 Apocalyptic Writings
DHR3 DHR3 Democracy and Human Rights
ECC1 ECC1 Electronic Communication
ESS03 ESS03 English: Sociolinguistics
ICT1 ICT1 Information and Communications Technology 1
TRE03 TRE03 Teaching English at Secondary Level
PHY220 PHY220 Atomic and Nuclear Physics
BIO220 BIO220 Plant and Animal Physiology
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CHE220 CHE220 Analytical Chemistry
SAL 411 SAL 411 Linear Algebra and Ordinary Differential Equations
Year 4 SEMESTER 1
Compulsory:
REM04 REM04 Research Methods
Electives - select 3
AAE04 AAE04 Acts & Epistles
CPR2 CPR2 Computer Practice 2
EMT04 EMT04 Educational Media And Technology
ECT04 ECT04 English: Criticism And Theory of Literature
CMA4 CMA4 Cost and Management Accounting
GEO7 GE07 Geography: Climatology
FIM4 FIM4 Introduction to Financial Management
PMG03 PMG03 Project Management
SNW1 SNW1 Software and Networking 1
CED3 CED3 Civic Education 3
DBS1 DBS1 Databases and Software
EPW02 EPW02 Proposal Writing
SMG03 SMG03 Strategic Management
HIS4 HIS4 The History of Zambia
PHY310 PHY310 Statistical and Thermal Physics
BIO310 BIO310 Molecular and Cell Biology
CHE310 CHE310 Physical Chemistry
SCA 311 SCA 311 Calculus II
Year 4 SEMESTER 2
Compulsory:
TEM04 TEM04 Assessment & Evaluation
BEN01 BEN01 Entrepreneurship
TPO4 TP04 Teaching Practice 2 [Theory]
REM05 REM05 Education Research Project
Note: Teaching Practice [Theory] is followed by Practical in Class Assessments
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Electives - select 1
PHY320 PHY320 Quantum Mechanics
BIO320 BIO320 Genetics
CHE320 CHE320 Chemistry and the Environment
SCA421 SCA421 Calculus III
Students specialising in any of the underlying areas, have the option to add one subject per semester
during the four semesters of the 3rd and 4th years, over and above the prescribed subjects as above –
without any additional costs – from the underlying subjects.
Biology
BIO410 BIO410 Diversity Form and Function of Organisms
BIO420 BIO420 Physiology
BIO430 BIO430 Ecosystems and Biodiversity
BIO440 BIO440 Community Ecology and Ecological Methods
Chemistry
CHE410 CHE410 Polymer Chemistry
CHE420 CHE420 Metabolic Biochemistry
CHE430 CHE430 Laboratory Methods in Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
CHE 320 CHE 320 Chemistry and the Environment
Mathematics
SGE321 SGE321 Foundation of Euclidean Geometry
STA 211 STA 211 Intermediate Statistics
SAL422 SAL422 Abstract Algebra
SRA 412 SRA 412 Introduction to Real Analysis
FAST TRACK: Bachelor of Education [Options] Students qualifying to upgrade Diplomas to Bachelor degrees will do the Fast Track option over two years – which means the 3rd and 4th years of the above comprehensive 4-year degrees, [both for Primary and Secondary] whilst only doing one Teaching Practice Assessment
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SHORT ADVANCED INTENSIVE COURSES UNIT (SAICU)
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE in TEACHING METHODOLOGY
PHASE 1 WEEK SUBJECT NAME CODE
RESIDENTIAL 1 Educational Psychology EDP 01
Educational Technology EDT 01
2 Communication Skills COMS 02
Educational Sociology EDSOC 02
3 Teaching Methods TEM 01
Curriculum Studies CURS 01
PHASE 2 WEEK SUBJECT NAME CODE
WORK EXPERIENCE
12 weeks TEACHING PRACTICE TP 02
PHASE 3 WEEK SUBJECT NAME CODE
RESIDENTIAL 4 Educational Psychology EDP 03
Materials Production MAP 03
5 Communication Skills COMS 03
Educational Sociology EDSOC 03
6 Curriculum Studies CURS 03
Assessment
Phase 1 – 3 Weeks Residential; Phase 2 – T.P. Full Term School Calendar; Phase 3 – 3 Weeks
Residential.
Fees: Phase 1 ZMW 3 000 - Payable in Advance of Phase 1
Phase 2 ZMW 2 000 - Payable in Advance of Phase 2
Phase 3 ZMW 2 500 - Payable in Advance of Phase 3
TOTAL Cost ZMW 7 500
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SCHOOL of POST GRADUATE STUDIEDS
The School of Post Graduate Studies offers four Master’s Degree programmes and a Doctorate degree, namely:
Master of Education Management [MEd]
Master of Business Administration [MBA]
Master of Public Administration [MPA]
Master of Philosophy [MPhil]
Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] The primary purpose of these qualifications are to provide qualifying students with applied competencies and practical skills in the acquisition, interpretation, understanding and application of strategic and general management principles. The degree develops the research and conceptual skills of the student in a chosen field of specialisation. A qualifying student should show evidence of scientific research and an ability to report thereon. The student should also be able to reflect on his/her research decisions and applications, and to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of strategic and general management.
Master of Education (Education Management)
This programme was designed for post-graduate students who wishes to pursue, or who are already
pursuing a career in managing educational institutions. Educational institutions include schools,
universities and other post graduate institutions such as vocational centres and career development
centres. This career also prepares individuals to provide leadership, managerial guidance and strategic
guidance to individuals in leadership positions or who are aspiring towards those positions.
It is mostly the case that people who find themselves in managerial jobs in educational institutions,
have developed through the ranks of their professions, such as being teachers, departmental heads
and so forth. Therefore, many will find themselves in positions where they are not equipped with
managerial skills, instead being very capable professionals. The world of management is vastly
different from the world of a professional, where subject knowledge, and the ability to deal with
student development are at the forefront.
Being a manager, moves one away a few levels from this activity, and places new and different
pressures on the individual.
In the master’s degree, ARU assumes that the student has some managerial background, but wishes
to specialise and sharpen the thinking as it relates to the management of educational institutions on
various levels. This degree is therefore primarily based on the objective to broaden managerial
knowledge and sharpen your research ability. At the masters’ degree level, you are required to be
able to complete research, change your manner of thinking, and approach issues differently from
before.
A large portion of the degree focuses on the strategic orientation of senior managers.
The degree has three components:
1. Theory: Six subjects
2. Research Methods and Techniques: Submission of Research Proposal
3. Dissertation
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Assessment
Assessment takes place in the form of one assignment and one examination. The weights are as
follows:
1. Assignments 50%
2. Examination 50%
Management & Leadership
Semester 1 Semester 2
SPM5151 Strategic Planning and Management ASE5520 Assessment and Evaluation
HRM5152 Managing Human Resources in Education EPS5520 Educational Psychology
EPP 6520 Educational Policy and Planning CDS5520 Curriculum Design
BUP5520 Budgeting and Planning EDL5520 Educational Leadership
Semester 3 Semester 4
GUC5540 Guidance and Counselling REM5510 Research Methodology
COR6540 Conflict Resolution REM6520 Dissertation
EDL6530 Educational Law
ADM6510 Advanced Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The MBA degree offers different specialisation options:
Master of Business Administration with Strategy and Leadership
Master of Business Administration with Public Administration
Master of Business Administration with Economics
Master of Business Administration with Financial Management
Master of Business Administration with Marketing Management
Master of Business Administration with Human Resource Management
Master of Business Administration with Education Management
Apart from research competences, the student must show managerial and administrative competences, which include the following:
Assess and apply strategic and general management concepts and principles in highly specialised and unpredictable contexts; identify and analyse complex issues and problems relating to strategic and general management strategies and policies; and propose and implement alternative courses of action and solutions. Work in a team with a variety of role players including political role players, professional and administrative members of the strategic and general management profession, as well as people on the grassroots level related to the business. Act responsibly with respect to, and accept responsibility for, activities undertaken in the course of his/her assessment and application of strategic and general management concepts and principles.
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Through independent study and teamwork, plan and undertake advanced research in strategic and general management, including gathering, analysing, integrating and interpreting related complex and highly advanced information. Communicate effectively with different role players in strategic and general management orally and in writing by applying principles of communication and reflecting on the communication skills applied. Reflect on and utilise management technology appropriate to the strategic and general management environment Reflect on the importance and role of strategic and general management on a macro and micro level. Explore different learning strategies to acquire and improve the various skills and capabilities required of a strategic and general management practitioner. Contribute towards the level of professionalism, expertise, effectiveness and efficiency of the strategic and general management profession, thus having a positive impact on the economy and contributing towards the redress of poverty in the country. Demonstrate a positive approach towards different communities and sensitivity towards social, economic and cultural differences and needs in these communities. Effectively seek employment and entry into the strategic and general management profession as a highly specialised and advanced technical or research specialist (both across the strategic and general management discipline and on an interdisciplinary basis) and thus establish for himself/herself a specialised and advanced career therein. Effectively and responsibly organise and coordinate resources and opportunities, including own activities, and taking into consideration the financial implications thereof.
Stage 1 Stage 2
[Semester 1] [Semester 2] SPM5151 Strategic Planning EDL5154 Leadership
HRM5152 Human Resource Management MAC5152 Managerial Economics
FIM 5151 Financial Management MAE5152 Managerial Ethics
MKT5151 Principles of Marketing BUP5520 Budgeting and Planning
Stage 3 Stage 4 - Research
[Semester 3] [Semester 4]
Specialisation Options - REM5510 Research Methodology
Select Any Cluster REM6520 Dissertation Next page….
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MBA Specialisation Clusters
Strategy & Leadership Cluster
Marketing Cluster LDP5153 Leadership Profiling MKT5360 Marketing Analysis
STI5153 Strategic Implementation CSS5360 Customer Services and Support
LDS5153 Leadership Styles ECM5360 E-commerce & Online Marketing
ADM6510 Advanced Management ADV5360 Advertising
Public Administration Cluster
Human Resource Cluster
PAM5359 Public Administration HRM5361 Global Human Resource Management
PFM5359 Public Financial Management PTB5361 Performance Team Building
PLM5359 Public Logistical Management SAD5361 Staff Administration
ADM6510 Advanced Management ADM6510 Advanced Management
Economics Cluster Education Management Cluster ITE5359 International Economics EPS5520 Educational Psychology
ECO5359 Econometrics CDS5520 Curriculum Design
MKT5359 Marketing Management MES5361 Managing Educational Staff
ADM6510 Advanced Management CMR5361 Conflict Management and Resolution
Financial Management Cluster
INM5359 Investment Management
FIM5359 Financing
MAC5359 Management Accounting
ADM6510 Advanced Management
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Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Stage 1: [Semester 1]
Code COURSE TITLE
SPM5151 Strategic Planning and Management for Public organisations
HRM5152 Managing Human Resources in Public organisations
ADM5153 Advanced Public Management
EDL5154 Leadership in public administration
Stage 2: [Semester 2]
MPP5255 Public Policy
PHA5256 Public Health Administration
CDS5257 Public Procurement Management
BFM5258 Budgeting and Finance
Stage 3: [Semester 3]
REM551 Research Methodology
PFM5359 Public Financial Management
Stage 4 – Research [Semester 4]
REM652 Dissertation
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INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
The Institute for Research & Development is an integral unit within the School of Post Graduate
Studies – overseeing MPhil and PhD studies.
MASTER in PHILOSOPHY [MPhil]
INTRODUCTION
The Master of Philosophy in Development studies is an advanced research degree, suitable for
students who wish to specialise in a field of research of their choice. It forms the ideal platform for
the pursuit of a doctorate degree later on.
BACKGROUND ON THE MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Development Studies is a multi- and inter-disciplinary field of study that seeks to understand social,
economic, political, technological and cultural aspects of societal change, particularly in developing
countries. Development Studies as a study field deals with development efforts through reform,
capacity building and empowerment.
This research-based degree has a multidisciplinary approach that addresses the numerous global
challenges that are faced in the developing world and identifies the possible solutions.
The acquisition of this qualification will be of great value to all those who are involved in one way or
another in development. This holds true not only for the person responsible for day to day
management, but also for the policy maker and the strategic manager. The degree can be put to good
use by officers in the private sector and the public sector at local, provincial and national level. The
degree endeavour to create professionalism and promotes people to take responsibility for their own
development. Finally, this degree will promote problem solving and give context and understanding
for the person not directly involved in development, but nonetheless fulfilling a function in developing
countries.
AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME
The aims of the programme are:
To equip individuals with the knowledge to conduct research in the fields of social, economic, legal,
humanitarian, political, technological and cultural aspects of societal change.
To convert their mind set into a mind set of “solving problems”
To contribute towards the body of scientific knowledge in Zambia, and outside our borders
To develop confident citizens that can stand their ground in the development of science
To become contributors towards the economy of Zambia
FILEDS IN DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Fields in development studies are:
Economic and economic related topics
Human rights development
Gender-based issues
Human development
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Development administration
Development support
Technological development and support
Nutrition and health
Poverty alleviation
Infrastructural development
Crime and physical violence
Administrative and legal support for development
STRUCTURE OF THE DEGREE
The MPhil degree is a research-based degree, with two components, namely:
Completion of a Masters’ degree Dissertation
Completion of the 5 research modules which are:
o Quantitative Research methods
o Qualitative research methods
o Academic referencing
o Scientific academic writing
o Technical aspects of a research submission
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE (PhD)
1. INTRODUCTION
The ARU PhD programme is a researched based program that equips successful students with the
necessary skills to become leaders and problem solvers.
The degree is multi-disciplinary, researched based and supported by regular colloquiums where post
graduate students get together to learn research skills, presentation skills, network with each other,
and obtain the opportunity to engage with their peers in healthy academic debate.
Ultimately the degree produces individuals who are able to contribute towards the Zambian society
in a productive manner.
The basic purpose of development is to enlarge people's choices. In principle, these choices can be
infinite and can change over time. People often value achievements that do not show up at all, or not
immediately, in income or growth figures: greater access to knowledge, better nutrition and health
services, more secure livelihoods, security against crime and physical violence, satisfying leisure hours,
political and cultural freedoms and sense of participation in community activities.
Research on development seeks to make a difference. This makes it even more loaded and contested
than other kinds of research. (Mehta et al., 2006: 1)
Development Studies is research committed to improvement. Knowledge generation is not an end in
itself … An implication of this is that Development Studies addresses current, actual problems, focusing
on solving them.
The PhD in Development Studies will amongst others, also contribute towards the Zambian
Government’s Vision 2030 in the following manner:
Produce human capital with a diverse set of knowledge.
Contribute to competent, highly skilled and motivated human resources.
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Establish a knowledge-based economy that is fully competitive, dynamic, robust and
resilient in an integrated global and liberal environment;
Establishing a progressive society that is an innovative and forward-looking contributor to
the scientific and technological advancement of the future of Zambia;
Build people's abilities in terms of skills and the ability to receive and process information for
livelihood choices.
2. DEFINITION AND GOALS OF THE PHD IN DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Development Studies is a multi- and inter-disciplinary field of study (i.e. not a discipline) that seeks to
understand social, economic, political, technological and cultural aspects of societal change,
particularly in developing countries.
It is characterized also by normative and policy concerns. It aims at contributing to possible solutions
to societal problems that development or its absence may produce.
In pursuit of these objectives, Development Studies is context sensitive. It examines societal change
within a historical, comparative and global perspective. It aims to consider the specificity of different
societies in terms of history, ecology, culture, technology, finance, business development,
entrepreneurial development etc. and how these differences both can and often should translate into
varied ‘local’ responses to regional or global processes, and varied strategies of development and
methods.
Development studies is a changing and evolving field of study, at present covering topics and concerns
such as poverty, environmental and socio-political sustainability; women’s empowerment and gender
equity, globalization, sustainable development and human development. The range of topics it covers
is, however, by no means fixed as witnessed by the evolution of the focus of the field of study over
the last decades, and the emergence of new topics such as development issues and poverty in the
industrialized countries.
Education and research in development studies needs to (a) deepen, contextualize and broaden
disciplinary understandings, and (b) investigate societal problems in a way that both provides students
with relevant analytical tools and theories, and provides them with a wide range of examples, cases
and histories. It needs to (c) give students a coherent specialization focus and yet (d) flexibly
accommodate their needs and interests given their academic and work background and career path.
And it needs (e) to build-in ways for students to reflect on their own experience and to learn from
each other’s diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Graduates are to be able to deal with the complexities of development processes and issues, and to
carry out analyses in a broad perspective, using conceptual frameworks sensitive to relevant socio-
economic and politico-ethical aspects. They must recognize the need to bring in features, concepts
and tools from relevant ranges of disciplines and to relate these elements with scientific rigour.
Graduates must be able to select and apply relevant tools for collecting, interpreting and assessing
(qualitative and quantitative) information on development processes and their impacts, including
knowledge and know-how from a variety of relevant sources.
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3. FIELDS OF RESEARCH IN THE PHD DEGREE IN DEVELOPMENT STUDIES AT ARU INCLUDE
Human rights development
Economic and economic related topics
Gender-based issues
Human development
Development administration
Development support
Technological development and support
Nutrition and health
Poverty alleviation
Infrastructural development
Crime and physical violence
Administrative and legal support for development
4. CAREER PATH
There is no set career path in development studies. Development studies graduates are employed in
a range of jobs in a variety of organisations, such as:
• Civil service
• Think tanks and lobbying firms
• Conservation
• Teaching and education
• Government agencies
• Charities and not-for-profit organisations
• Refugee agencies
• Consulting
• NGO’s
• Profit seeking ventures
5. AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME
The primary purpose of the qualification is to equip graduates with post-graduate managerial,
professional and individual competencies to be effective multi-functional leaders and managers.
The second purpose of the qualification is to provide graduates with post-graduate knowledge,
specific skills, values and attitudes that prepare them to be lifelong learners, employable
leaders/managers/entrepreneurs and contributors to society and the business community.
A third purpose of the qualification is to provide the country with graduates who can determine the
constructive role they need to play as leaders in their organizations and who are empowered to play
that role.
6. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
The objectives of the PHD programme are:
a. To develop leaders who can confidently lead organisations at executive level.
b. To develop individuals who are able to think, solve problems and create solutions to
challenges in the workplace.
c. To instil confidence in individuals of their abilities to act as responsible members of a
diverse society.
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More specifically, the PhD programme has the following objectives:
• To develop research capability
• To promote leadership capabilities
• To enhance personal development
• To instil scholarly discipline
• To improve communication skills
• To develop Research Methodology
• To be able to conduct problem solving
Research capability
• Evidence in the form of a written thesis and at least two individual presentations at PHD
colloquia, through intellectual scrutiny and where feasible, expert international external
assessment, will show that graduates:
• Independently identify and define original research problems that expand or redefine
existing knowledge
• Autonomously apply appropriate and sophisticated knowledge for solving advanced
research problems.
• Manipulate abstract systems models
• Identify, analyse and solve concrete and abstract problems by drawing upon the
theoretical knowledge and experiential base of functional disciplines, as well as own
experience base.
• Identify and propose ways to serve the needs of business and society.
• Use their knowledge and experience to offer suggestions for solving problems at a
community, national, international and global level.
Leadership capabilities
• Demonstrate leadership skills, specifically in research.
• Use people skills (tolerance, empathy, listening skills, leadership, etc.) in-group situations.
• Take responsibility for the nature, quantity, and quality of output, and responsibility for
the achievement of group research output
• Establish professional research relationships through group work.
• Promote the appreciation of diversity and the achievement of equity.
• Undertake projects and provide evidence of successful interaction with others.
• Use effective communication skills within a group situation.
• Organize themselves and others into effective working groups.
• Communicate the evidence of these research group interactions through written and oral
reporting.
Personal development
• Make advanced and sophisticated theoretical judgements and evaluations.
• Think epistemologically, and offer evidence to support research findings and
recommendations.
• Assess their own strengths and weaknesses and develop coping strategies.
• Have the capacity for advanced independent study.
• Interact effectively with experts in debate.
• Take responsibility for determining, achieving evaluating and applying all personal
output.
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• Manage a demanding professional and private life with the demands of Doctorate level
studies.
Scholarly discipline
• Demonstrate advanced research skills.
• Synthesize information autonomously
• Assess own and others' work accurately.
• Create responses to problems that expand existing knowledge
• Use library and other resources effectively to suit their individual needs.
• Use library and other resources effectively to suit the needs of the particular areas of
research.
• Integrate information from a variety of sources.
• Act responsibly as a researcher and scholar (e.g. appropriate referencing, avoiding
plagiarism, etc.)
• Follow the conventions of scholarship in the various disciplines under study.
• Follow relevant conventions and guidelines to their academic and career purposes.
• Critically analyse theories, examples, experiences, etc.?
• Argue appropriately within the relevant discourse community.
• Independently draw up a reference list relating to a chosen topic of research.
Communication skills
• Communicate their ideas and provide supporting evidence in a sustained manner and at
a sophisticated level.
• Identify conclusions and premises in academic arguments.
• Follow the language conventions of written use in the business and management
discipline.
• Use appropriate models of organization and presentation as required in the business
and management discipline.
• Use statistics and numbers appropriately, accurately and responsibly in support of their
ideas.
• Create and use visuals appropriately to support their ideas.
• Use professional language to critically analyse, evaluate and critique others' ideas.
Research Methodology
• Use scientific methods of investigation, testing and evaluation
• Select appropriate scientific methods to suit the needs of the individual or group.
• Promote the use of natural resources in a sustainable way.
• Promote respect for and a responsible attitude towards science and technology.
• Consider the ethics involved in science and technology issues.
• Show respect and openness towards the psychological, health and physical environment
of others.
• Promote the use of up-to-date and appropriate technology to achieve business purposes
in a variety of contexts.
Problem solving
• Draw upon their prior knowledge (personal and abstract) and personal experience as
appropriate when investigating and analysing the world around them.
• Look beyond and across traditional disciplinary boundaries for possible solutions.
• Follow an integrated approach to learning and studying.
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• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the field / discipline and relate it to
their own research.
Fees & Payment Requirements
These fees will remain applicable for the duration of the qualification on condition of compliance to clause 3.4 of “Rules and Regulations”.
2-Year courses - excluding Education ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 4 semesters @ K 6 000 24 000,00
Residentials: 3 @ K 500 1 500,00
All Exams 1 500,00
Research Project 500,00
27 800,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
22 months @ K 1 250 1 250,00
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Per Semester 6 950,00
Per Year 13 900,00
2-Year courses - Education ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 4 semesters @ K 6 000 24 000,00
Residentials: 3 @ K 500 1 500,00
All Exams 1 500,00
Research Project 500,00
Teaching Practice - 1 Observation 2 000,00
29 800,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
21 months @ K 1 345 1 345,00
23 rd month 1 255,00
Per Semester 7 450,00
Per Year 14 900,00
3-Year courses - Education ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 6 semesters @ K 6 000 36 000,00
Residentials: 5 @ K 500 2 500,00
All Exams 2 500,00
Teaching Practice - 2 Observations 4 000,00
Research Project 500,00
45 800,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 1 600,00
34 months @ K 1 300 1 300,00
Per Semester 7 633,33
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Per Year 15 266,67
4-Year courses - excluding Education ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 8 semesters @ K 6 000 48 000,00
Residentials: 7 @ K 500 3 500,00
All Exam 3 500,00
Research Project 500,00
55 800,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
45 months @ K 1 210 1 210,00
47 th month 850,00
Per Semester 6 975,00
Per Year 13 950,00
4-Year courses - Education ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 8 semesters @ K 6 000 48 000,00
Residentials: 7 @ K 500 3 500,00
All Exams 3 500,00
Research Project 500,00
Teaching Practice - 2 Observations 4 000,00
59 800,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
45 months @ K 1 300 1 300,00
47 th month 1 000,00
Per Semester 7 475,00
Per Year 14 950,00
Tutored Master's ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 4 semesters @ K 10 000 40 000,00
Residentials: 3 @ K 500 1 500,00
All Exams 1 500,00
Research Project 2 000,00
45 300,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
Month 2 3 000,00
2 000,00
21 months @ K 2 000
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Researched Master's ZMW
Application & Registration 300,00
Tuition: 4 semesters @ K 10 000 40 000,00
Colloquiums: 3 @ K 500 1 500,00
Research Dissertation 3 500,00
45 300,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration - month 1 300,00
Month 2 3 000,00
21 months @ K 2 000 2 000,00
Doctorates ZMW
Application & Registration 5 000,00
Study Fees 70 000,00
75 000,00
Payment Requirements:
Application & Registration 5 000,00
22 months @ K 3 150 3 150,00
24 th month 700,00
These fees will remain applicable for the duration of the qualification on condition of compliance to clause 3.4 of “Rules and Regulations”.
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RULES & REGULATIONS
This rules and regulations are meant to ease students’ study experiences whilst studying at Africa
Research University [ARU]. Refer also – www.aru-online.com/prospectus.
1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. ARU offers a system of ‘continuous registration’ which implies that a student can
commence with studies any time of the year. An academic year comprises two [2]
semesters. For administrative purposes ARU is running four [4] concurrent semesters per
calendar year:
Semester 1: February – July:
o Residentials – April
o Exams - June
o Re-register before 1 August for the next semester.
Semester 2: May to October:
o Residentials – August
o Exams - September
o Re-register before 1 November for the next semester.
Semester 3: August – January:
o Residentials – August
o Exams - December
o Re-register before 1 February for the next semester.
Semester 4: November – April:
o Residentials – December or January
o Exams - March
o Re-register before 1 May for the next semester.
1.2. Relationship:
Obtaining a qualification has a life-long influence on a person’s humanity – in the sense
that it impacts on every sphere of life: family life, career, social life, etc, etc.
During the process of obtaining a qualification a very unique relationship exist
between the student and the university. Most of times this relationship becomes a life-
long relationship. Like any relationship it is a two-sided relationship: student and
university – both with responsibilities and both with expectations.
The student
o has the expectation that his/her qualification will be of the highest standard,
supported by efficient administrative services, in order for the student to grow,
prosper and excel in life;
o has the responsibility to continuously honour financial obligations.
The university
o has the responsibility to provide excellent and top class qualifications and
administrative services, in order for the student to grow, prosper and excel in
life;
o has the expectation that students will continuously honour financial obligations.
Therefore, if a student doesn’t pay or doesn’t pay regularly and on time, the university
can simply not maintain, let alone upgrade, services. The result is: No pay – no service.
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2. ACADEMIC 2.1. Accreditation:
All qualifications are duly accredited with the Higher Education Authority [HEA] and
registered on the database of Zambia Qualifications Authority [ZAQA].
Education qualifications are also registered with the Professional Teachers Council of
Zambia [PTCZ].
2.2. Study Materials:
All the modules for a specific semester are issued on payment of the first instalment for
the semester.
o Electronic copies of the specific modules will be sent on receiving the first
instalment for the semester.
o Printed copies will be dispatched within seven [7] working days after payment is
received.
Instructions for Assignments will be sent with all study materials.
2.3. Assignments:
Each module requires the completion of two assignments.
The combined marks of the two assignments counts for 50% of the final mark of the
module/subject.
The minimum combined marks for the two assignments should be 50%.
All assignments are to be submitted before being allowed to sit for examinations.
2.4. Residentials:
The attendance of one residential/contact tuition session per semester is compulsory in
order to qualify for scholarships.
Registration for attendance of residentials on/or before the stipulated deadline [Refer
Academic Calendar] is also compulsory in order to qualify for scholarships.
The purposes of the residential sessions are:
o To ensure that students are familiar with their study materials;
o That students receive proper preparation to successfully pass their examinations;
o To iron out any possible problems with their student records.
2.5. Colloquiums:
Students who registered for research based qualifications [doctorates and some
master’s] do not attend residentials, but colloquiums – each over two [2] days.
Such students should attend at least three [3] colloquium sessions during the two [2]
years of their minimum allotted study time.
2.6. Exams:
Four exam sessions are available during a calendar year. [Refer Academic Calendar]
o No special exams are arranged, as scheduled exam sessions are taking place every
three months.
Registration to sit for exams to be done on/or before the stipulated deadline [Refer
Academic Calendar] is also compulsory in order to qualify for scholarships.
Exams are arranged at different centres on condition that at least thirty [30] students
will be using a centre. [Another reason to register on time].
The minimum pass mark for each exam paper is 50%.
2.7. Research Projects:
All qualifications have a research component to be done during the final semester of
studies. [That excludes doctorates and research-based master’s].
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2.8. Teaching Practice:
All education students have an additional assessment, namely that of Teaching Practice
[TP], which is an assessment in the practical classroom environment.
TP is preceded by theoretical modules.
Students doing the full four year qualification are doing two [2] TP sessions.
Students on Fast-track are doing one [1] TP session.
The period of assessments are per the Academic Calendar.
Individual dates and times are pre-arranged with each student.
2.9. Combined Pass Marks:
All subjects/modules [excluding Research Project] consist of two components:
Assignments and Examinations.
Each of the two components counts for 50% of the final mark: Thus -
o (Assignment1 + Assignment 2) ÷ 2 = minimum 50%.
o (Average of Assignments + Exam Mark of minimum 50%) ÷ 2 = minimum pass mark
of 50% for the subject.
A minimum mark of 50% is required for both.
2.10. Re-marking:
Students may apply for a re-marking of an examination answer script within 14 days
after the official publication of the examination results.
Re-marking fee is K 200 per answer script.
2.11. Plagiarism:
Copying some else’s answers in assignments and/or during exam sessions, is a very
serious offence. It can lead to both parties [original writer as well as the copier] being
expelled from the institution and even barred from registering at any other university.
Students are thus fore-warned to avoid any form of plagiarism.
2.12. Exemptions:
Students with diplomas or certificates who would like to upgrade their qualifications
may apply to be registered on the “fast-track” option towards obtaining a bachelor’s
degree qualification.
o Diploma holders will then be able to graduate within two [2] years;
o Certificate holders will then be able to graduate within three [3] years.
Students may apply for exemption of specific modules under the principle of
“recognition of prior learning” [RPL]. Exemption may be awarded for a maximum of 50%
of modules per a qualification.
o Regardless of the number of subjects/modules being exempted, full tuition fees
are still payable.
2.13. Duration of studies:
Students are allowed to take double the allotted time per semester to academically
complete the semester – on condition that payments are done within the minimum
allotted time.
If not completed within double the minimum allotted time – students have to re-register
and pay 50% of the higher fees that might be applicable on re-registration.
2.14. Rules of Progression:
All subjects except for research, consist of two components namely assignments and
examinations.
Assignments must be handed in prior to examinations.
All fees must be up to date.
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2.15. Documentation:
Academic status is formalized by way of an ‘Academic Transcript’ and is sent regularly
to students.
2.16. Graduations:
Students will graduate on fulfilment of all academic requirements, and on condition that
all financial balances are cleared.
At least one graduation ceremony will be held per calendar year.
Qualifying students will be invited to graduate, indicating all relevant arrangements.
The costs of graduations are not included on registration in the general
Invoice/Statements, but will be debited on the date of invitation – and should thus be
paid separately, prior to the graduation ceremony.
3. FINANCIAL 3.1. Documentation:
Financial status is formalized by way of an ‘Invoice/Statement’ and is sent regularly to
students.
The ‘Invoice/Statement’ shows all costs that are related to the specific qualification over
the entire allotted time of study.
o The following costs are not shown:
Graduations
Re-writing of failed exams
Re-marking
Re-activation – after having been de-activated for specifically not honouring
payment requirements.
The monthly amounts payable are spread over the allotted time of study, regardless
whether double time is made use of.
3.2. Costs Payable and Charged:
Under Graduates:
o Application & Registration
o Tuition Fees per number of semesters;
o Residential Fees per number of semesters;
o Exams Fees per total number of papers to be written;
o Research Fee for final project;
o Teaching Practice Observations – only for Education students.
Post Graduates – Tutored:
o Application & Registration
o Tuition Fees per number of semesters;
o Residential Fees per number of semesters;
o Exams Fees per total number of papers to be written;
o Research Fee for final project.
Post Graduates – Research:
o Application & Registration
o Tuition Fees;
o Colloquium Fees;
o Final Examination Fees.
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3.3 Scholarships:
Under Graduates:
o Two different types of scholarships:
The first one is linked to attendance of Residentials – amounting to K
1 000. 00 [one thousand kwacha] per Residential attended.
The second one is linked to immediate re-registration after completion of
a semester – amounting to K 500.00 [five hundred kwacha] per semester
with effect from the second semester onwards. {Refer ‘Introduction’.]
o Credits for scholarships will be recorded at the end of each semester and a revised
monthly payment requirement will then apply for the next semester.
Post Graduates:
o Attending Residentials or Colloquiums [as applicable] – K 1 000.00 [one thousand
kwacha] per Residential/Colloquium attended.
o Regular monthly payments on or before the last business day of each month –
10% [ten percent] on total cost of the qualification [excluding graduations].
o Credits for scholarships will be recorded on twenty [20] months of the allotted
study time and communicated to students to downscale final payments.
3.4 Payment Requirements:
All payments must be done in full and on time as per the payment requirements. All
payments are to be done before or on the last day of business of each month.
Non-compliance to payment requirements will result in:
o Suspension of services [de-activation];
o Forfeiting of scholarships;
o Liability to increased fees as per the fees structure at that time.
3.5 Suspension of Services:
The following services will be suspended:
o Academic mentoring and guidance;
o Attendance of Residentials and Colloquiums;
o Sitting for Exams;
o Marking of Assignments, Exam Papers; Research Projects;
o Post graduate presentations/defences.
Re-instating of suspended services will only be considered as and when all arrears
payments are settled in full.
3.6 Increased Fees:
As long as payments are done as per payment requirements no increase in fees will
be applicable.
3.7 Refund Policy:
Application, registration and first instalments are non-refundable.
Tuition fees are according to the discretion of the Board of ARU refundable on receiving a
written request with motivation why the refund should be considered. The following
formulae will be applicable:
o 80% of payments received within one month of registration;
o 60% of payments received within two months of registration;
o 40% of payments received within three months of registration;
o 20% of payments received within four months of registration.
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3.8 Bank Accounts:
3.8.1 The following bank accounts are available to students:
Bank First National Bank Atlasmara Zanaco
Account Names ARU Research
University Limited Africa Research
University ARU Research University
Branches Makeni Downtown Cairo Road Business Centre
Branch Codes 260 016 110 032 01-00-40
Account Numbers 62 553 028 385 032 002 058 4018 531 550 65 00 181
MTN Mobile Money 0962 542 357
ZAMTEL KWACHA 0950 603 195 Merchant Code: 337 599
When making payments it is very important to ensure that the student number – and if
possible also the name – of the student be recorded on the deposit slips. Failure makes it
difficult to do payment allocations and might affect scholarships.
Forwarding of copies of deposit slips assist in correct allocations.
4. GENERAL 4.1. It is imperative that students inform ARU of any changes in their contact details.
4.2. Students can contact their lecturers initially via the office of the Registrar – registrar@aru-
online.com
4.3. All arrangements with ARU should be done in writing – either per email or hard copy [no
what’s-apps] and be addressed to the Registrar.
Telephonic arrangements are not always with the same member of staff and may lead
to misinterpretations and unhappiness.
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2020 ARU ACADEMIC
CALENDAR
Semesters Semester 3/2019: August 2019 - January 2020 Re-register before 1 February to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Semester 4/2019: November 2019 - April 2020 Re-register before 1 May to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Semester 1/2020: From February - July 2020 Re-register before 1 August to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Semester 2/2020: From May - October 2020 Re-register before 1 November to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Semester 3/2020: From August 2020 - January 2021 Re-register before 1 February to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Semester 4/2020: From November 2020 - April 2021 Re-register before 1 May to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
January
1 New Year Public Holiday,
6 Official commencement of ARU academic activities
13 Release of Results: December 2019
13 Schools open [until 09/4]
31 End of Semester 3/2019
Re-register before 1 February to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
February
3 Start of Semester 1/2020
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Deadline to register for Exams & submission of Assignments
March
8 International Women's Day Public Holiday
12 Youth Day Public Holiday
16--21 EXAMS [1]
April
2 Deadline to register for Colloquiums [1] Registration date to qualify for scholarship
6 Deadline to register for Residentials Registration date to qualify for scholarship
9 Schools close [until 11/5]
10--13 Easter Weekend Public Holidays
14 Release of Results: March 2020
16--17 Colloquium [1]
20--24 Residentials: School of Education
27--1/5 Residentials: School of Management
30 End of Semester 4/2019 Re-register before 1 May to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
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May
1 May Day Public Holiday
4 Start of Semester 2/2020
4--6 Residentials: Master's
11 Schools open [until 7/8]
Note: Teaching Practice Observations - to be arranged for the duration of the second school term
25 African Freedom Day Public Holiday
June
5 Deadline to register for Exams & submission of Assignments
22--27 EXAMS [2]
July
6 Heroes Day Public Holiday
7 Unity Day Public Holiday
13 Release of Results: June 2020
24 Deadline to register for Residentials Registration date to qualify for scholarship
31 End of Semester 1/2020 Re-register before 1 August to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
August
3 Farmer's Day Public Holiday
3 Start of Semester 3/2020
7 Schools close [until 7/9]
10--14 Residentials: School of Education
17--21 Residentials: School of Management
24--26 Residentials: Master's
September
4 Deadline to register for Exams & submission of Assignments
7 Schools open [until 4/12]
17--18 Colloquiums[2]
21--26 EXAMS [3]
October
13 Release of Results: September 2020
18 National Prayer Day Public Holiday
24 Independence Day Public Holiday
31 End of Semester 2/2020 Re-register before 1 November to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
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November
2 Start of Semester 4/2020
6 GRADUATION CEREMONY: 08h00-13h00
20
Deadline to register for Exams & submission of Assignments
December
1. Deadline to register for Colloquium [3] Registration date to qualify for scholarship
Deadline to register for Residentials
4 Schools close [until 11/01/2021]
7--12 EXAMS: [4]
14--15 Colloquium [3]
14 --18 Residentials - Undergraduates
25 Christmas Public Holiday
2021 - January
1 New Year Public Holiday
4 Official commencement of ARU academic activities
5. Release of Results: December 2020
11 Schools open
31 End of Semester 3/2020 Re-register before 1 February to qualify for a K 500 scholarship
Accommodation in Lusaka for Residentials & Exams
ARU has acquired Mumana Pleasure Resort during 2019 with a dual purpose:
One: To be redeveloped as a fully integrated Campus – with administration facilities,
extended library, electronic resource centre and lecturing facilities;
Two: To provide affordable accommodation to students.
o Bookings for accommodation, as well as payments, to be done directly with
the Mumana Offices:
+260 955 291 860 - [Reception]
+260 973 970 709 - [email protected]
+260 974 140 288 - [email protected]
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MARKETING TEAM Bernard Nyemba
Director of Student Affairs/Recruitment Officer
+260 97 8520246 & +260 971 248 1001
Webster Mhango
Senior Student Recruitment Consultant
+260 966 593 452
Elizabeth Musonda (Northern Province)
+260 097 807 4406
Henry Tembo (Copper-belt)
+260 096 696 8042
General o Online: [email protected]
o Whatsap lines: + 260 096 254 1331 & +260 0962 212 056
o Lusaka Office: +260 096 254 1331 & +260 0973 030 175
NOTIFICATION
This prospectus has been compiled in an effort to ensure that the information displayed in it will
assist and guide the student what the University is about in detail at the time of going to print. There
will be changes done and development that may occur, from courses, dates and other services that
might be required.
Changes that might take place, will be informed to the student beforehand so that the student is
aware in ample time. In order to ensure that all important dates and information is within reach of
the student changes are also on our website.
www.aru-online.com for up-to-date information.
The fees as published are valid for the period 1 December 2019 – 30 November 2020. [Refer clause
3.4 of “Rules and Regulations”.]
DISCLAIMER
All rights reserved. No part of the publication will be reproduced, or stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, such as electronic, photocopying without prior information.
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