Programme
Master of Science in Applied Information Science and Technology
Eligibility Criteria
Normal Entry: At least a Lower Second Class Honours Degree in Library and Information Science or in any other information science field, for instance, Information and Communication Technology, Information Systems Management, Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museology Studies. At least a Lower Second Class Degree in any other field and a postgraduate qualification in library and information studies. A Pass Degree in any information science field and at least five (5) years of relevant experience in information-related sciences.
Application process
Applications are submitted online via the NUST Admissions Portal: https://admission.nust.ac.zw. Application Fee: US$40 (Zimbabwean applicants) / US$50 (International applicants), payable online via ZimSwitch-enabled card or EcoCash during the application process. Required Documents: certified copies of Birth Certificate, National ID, Educational and Professional Certificates, where applicable. Closing Dates (August Intake): Normal 17 Jul 2026, Late 31 Jul 2026. Enquiries: Senior Assistant Registrar (Admissions & Student Records), P.O. Box AC 939, Ascot, Bulawayo. Tel: +263 282842 / 288413 / 284237 Ext. 2362. Email: admissions@nust.ac.zw. Online Enquiries: helpdesk@nust.ac.zw. Support Centres: Bulawayo Main Campus (as from 12 January 2026); Harare Offices: Ranche House College, 87-89 Rotten Row or ZIMDEF House, Off Mother Patrick Road.