Colleges & Universities in Zimbabwe

Africa University

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world rank  5330

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Overview

Established in 1992, the Africa University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Mutare (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Manicaland. This institution also has a branch campus in Harare. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development of Zimbabwe, Africa University (AU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Zimbabwean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Methodist religion. Africa University (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Zimbabwean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Zimbabwean higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Africa University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Africa University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Africa University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Africa University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym AU
Founded 1992
Motto Investing in Africa's Future
Colours Red, black and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Nyanga Road, PO Box 1320
Mutare
Manicaland
Zimbabwe
Africa University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Africa University Phone Number (20) 61611
Africa University Fax Number (20) 61785
Other locations Harare

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Africa University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Africa University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Africa University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Africa University.



Africa University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Africa University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Africa University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 30-39% making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Africa University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Africa University's Admission Office Admission Office

Africa University, PO Box 1320
Mutare
(20) 60075


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Africa University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Africa University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Africa University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Africa University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Africa University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Africa University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Africa University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Africa University is Christian-Methodist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Methodist. United Methodist Church - www.gbhem.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Africa University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Africa University's Library


Africa University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Africa University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Africa University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Africa University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Africa University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Africa University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Africa University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Africa University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Africa University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Africa University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development of Zimbabwe

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Africa University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Zimbabwe Council on Higher Education (ZimCHE)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Africa University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM)
  • International Association of Methodist Related Schools, Colleges and Universities (IAMSCU)
  • Africa Association of Methodist Institutions of Higher Education (AAMIHE)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Africa University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Africa University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

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