Professor Munyaradzi Shumba – Executive Dean
- PhD Chemistry (Rhodes),
- MSc Inorganic Chemistry (BUSE),
- BScEd Chemistry(BUSE),
- Diploma in Education (UZ).
Professor Munyaradzi Shumba is the Executive Dean of Science at Bindura University of Science Education, a seasoned electrochemist and educator with a PhD in Chemistry from Rhodes University, South Africa. His research focuses on nanomaterials, phthalocyanines, and electrocatalysis for environmental and biomedical applications, with over 25 peer‑reviewed publications to his name. He has taught and mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students for more than a decade, supervised numerous Postgraduate and Undergraduate students, and contributed to applied science. A member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and other professional bodies, Prof. Shumba is committed to advancing scientific research, innovation, and education that address societal challenges in Zimbabwe and globally.
Vision
To be a Centre of excellence in science education, research, innovation, and industrialization, producing innovative graduates that transform communities and drive sustainable national development.
Strategic Statement
The Faculty of Science advances this mission by delivering high-quality teaching and learning that equips students with scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and practical skills; engaging communities through service that applies science to improve livelihoods and promote sustainability; conducting impactful research that addresses national and global challenges; fostering innovation that translates ideas into products, services, and solutions; and driving industrialization by transforming education, research, and innovation into thriving goods and services that fuel economic growth and uplift communities.
Core Values
In addition to the University Core Values, the Faculty embraces the following principles:
- Respect
- Honesty
- Client Centeredness
In addition to being potential employers, Faculty of Science graduates are employable in International and Local Research and Development organizations, Cooperatives, Consultancy firms, Higher and Tertiary education institutions, Public-sector and community-based organizations. Graduates are also trained to be entrepreneurs of high repute.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 71 7079300 | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honours in Biological Sciences (BScBZH) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | At least five ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language AND Mathematics with a Grade C or better. Passes at Advanced Level in Biology and any one of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, and Chemistry, Agriculture or their recognized equivalent. | Researchers in private companies, government departments, state enterprises and institutions Workers in non-governmental organisations Workers in UN bodies and other institutions related to life sciences |
Bachelor of Science Honours in Biotechnology (HBScBioTec)
Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | At least five ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language AND Mathematics with a Grade C or better. Passes at Advanced Level in Biology AND Chemistry. | Workers in resource industries such as Agriculture, Aquaculture, Bioenergy, Environment, Forestry, Mining Workers in Food Processing, Industrial Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Textiles Product Industries, and Human Health |
Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation (MScBC)
Block: 2 years (August intake biannually) | BSc. Honours Degree in either Biological Sciences or Environmental Sciences or any other relevant Degree with at least a 2.2 grade or equivalent from recognized institutions | Managers of wildlife resources in communities and protected areas, such as conservancies, national parks, herbaria, botanical gardens and reserves Researchers in NGOs and public institutions |
Master of Science in Applied Microbiology and Plant Pathology (MScMPP)
Block: 2 years (August intake biannually) | BSc Honours Degree in any of the following disciplines: Biological Sciences, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Crop Science , Applied Biology and Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science, Crop Science and Animal Science or any other relevant degree with at least a 2.2 grade or equivalent from recognized institutions | Researchers in private companies dealing with microbiology processes, such as in dairy, food processing and preservation Researchers in public institutions |
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY TELEPHONE/WHATSAPPOFFICE: NUMBER: +263 773 410 239 DR. N. MUCHANYEREYI | ||
Programme | Entry Requirements | Career Opportunities |
Bachelor of science Honors in Chemical Technology (HBScCHT) | 1. Normal Entry: Chemistry and any one of the following subjects at A Level; Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Food Science And at least 5 passes at Ordinary Level Subjects/ National Foundation Certificates inclusive of Mathematics and English. 2. Special Entry: National Certificate, National Diploma, Higher National Diploma in relevant fields 3. Mature Entry: Five O Level passes including Mathematics and English plus at least 25 years of age and 5 years of experience in the relevant field. Other (indicate): N/A | 1. Analytical chemists in environmental agencies, water authorities, municipal water treatment plants, technical government departments and pharmaceutical industries. 2. Research and development chemists in the chemical manufacturing industries, food and beverages, industries and pharmaceutical industry. 3. Laboratory managers 4. Quality control chemists 5. Quality assurance managers Can enroll for further studies in MSc Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry and Natural Products Chemistry Etc. in that order |
Bachelor of science Honors in Chemistry(HBScCHEM) | 1. Normal Entry: Passes at Advanced Level Chemistry and in any one of the following Advanced Level subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Physical Science, Agriculture or their recognized equivalent And at least 5 passes at Ordinary Level subjects/ National Foundation Certificates inclusive of Mathematics and English OR National Certificate. 2. Special Entry: National Diploma, Higher National Diploma in relevant fields 3. Mature Entry: Five O Level passes including Mathematics and English plus at least 25 years of age and 5 years experience in the relevant field. | The graduate trained under this programme has vast career opportunities irrespective of his specialization. 1. Analytical chemists in environmental agencies, water authorities, municipal water treatment plants, technical government departments and pharmaceutical industries. 2.Research and development chemists in the chemical manufacturing industries, food and beverages, industries and pharmaceutical industry. 3.Laboratory managers 4.Quality control chemists 5.Quality assurance managers |
Master of Science in Chemical Technology (MSc ACH) | 1. Normal Entry: Normal Entry: BSc Honours Chemistry | 1.Analytical Chemist 2.Quality Control 3.Analyst 4.Lecturer 5.Senior Process 6.Analyst Scientist 7.Analytical Chemistry Lab Manager 8.R&D Scientist |
Master of Science in Physical Chemistry (MSc CHP) | 1. Normal Entry: BSc Honors Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Material Science | 1.Application Specialist 2.Solid State Scientific-Synthetic Lab Scientist, 3..Chemistry Research Officer, 4.Research Officer-Biochemistry, Content Developer etc. in major recruiting field like Health and Medical Organizations, 5. Food and Drink Industry, Energy Industry, Lecturer Colleges and Universities |
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCES TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 772 485 015 MR. CHAKA | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Computer Science (HBScCSc) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (February/August intakes) | For all entry pathways candidates must have at least five ‘O’ Level subjects/ National Foundation Certificates including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better. Normal Entry: A minimum of 2 ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and Physics OR Computer Science OR any other relevant Science subject OR Relevant National Certificate. Special Entry: Special entry may be granted to applicants with a National Diploma in Computer Science or any related field from a recognized institution. Mature Entry: Should be at least 23 years old AND should have at least 2 years relevant industrial experience. |
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Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Software Engineering (HBScSWE) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (February/August intakes) | Students should have a pass in either ‘A’ Level Mathematics, Computer Science/Computing and any one of the following ‘A’ Level subjects Physics, Accounting, Economics, Management of Business/Business Studies, Biology, Chemistry or any other relevant subject. At least 5 ‘O’ Levels including Mathematics and English Language with a Grade C or better. Special entry will be granted to Candidates without ‘A’ Levels but are holders of the HEXCO National Diploma in Computer Studies or Information Technology or their equivalent from a recognized institution. Mature entry will be granted to candidates at least 23 years old AND have at least 2 years relevant industrial experience. |
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Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Network Engineering (HBScNWE)
Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (February/August intakes) | For all entry pathways candidates must have at least five ‘O’ Level subjects/ National Foundation Certificates including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better. Normal Entry: A minimum of two ‘A’ Level passes in either Mathematics, Computer Science/Computing and any one of the following subjects Physics, Accounting, Economics, Management of Business/Business Studies, Biology, Chemistry or any other relevant subject. Special Entry: Special entry may be granted to applicants with a National Diploma in Computer Science/Information Technology or any related field from a recognized institution. Mature Entry: Should be at least 23 years old AND have at least 2 years’ relevant industrial experience
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DEPARTMENT OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 77 348 7211 DR. E. MAVHURA | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Disaster Management Sciences (HBSc.DMSc) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | At least five ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Geography AND Mathematics with a Grade C or better and 2 “A” Level subjects or their recognized equivalents. |
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Master of Science Degree in Disaster Risk Management (MScDRM) Block Release 1 ½years August intake(Classes in Harare) | An Honours Degree in the following areas of study: Disaster Management, Development Studies, Geography, Biology, Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Social Sciences or any relevant degree with a strong geography background, with degree class 2.2 or better. Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be considered for the programme if they have at least two years relevant experience. Must have passes in ‘O’ Level English and Mathematics. Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and above and have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics. Two or more years of working experience in a related field is a must. |
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DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND PHYSICS TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 71 952 8680 DR. C. SHONHIWA | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honours in Environmental Physics and Energy Sources (HBScEPES) Four (4) Years Full Time and Block Release | Normal Entry: A’ Level Physics and Mathematics and five Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics Special Entry: Relevant diploma and 5 O’ Level Passes including English and Mathematics Mature Entry: 5 O’ Level Passes including English and Mathematics and at least 25 years plus 2 years relevant experience | · Environment and energy institutions · Government Departments · Parastatals and State Enterprises · Non-Governmental Organisations · Health Institutions · Statistical Agencies |
DEPARTMENT OF GEOSCIENCES TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 773 099 436 DR. A. MANYANI | ||
Masters of Science degree in Climate Change and Sustainable Development (MSc.CCSD) Block Release 1 ½years January intake (Classes in Harare)
| Normal Entry: (i) Have five ‘O’ levels including Mathematics and English and hold a good relevant Honours degree from this or another recognised University with at least 2.2 degree classification or better. Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be considered for the programme if they have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics and have at least two years relevant working experience. Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and above and have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics. Two or more years of working experience in a related field is a must. | -Research Institutes -Government Departments -SADC -United Nations and its Agencies -International NGOS Community Based Organisations. |
Master of Science Degrees in Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sustainability (MSc.NME) January 2023 intake (Classes at Astra Campus) | Normal Entry: Applicants should normally have five Ordinary Level including Mathematics and English Should also have an Honours Degree in the following areas of study: Disaster Management, Development Studies, Geography, Biology, Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Social Sciences or any relevant degree with a strong geography background, with degree class 2.2 or better. Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be considered for the programme if they have passed Ordinary Level Mathematics and English and have at least two years relevant working experience. Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and above and have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics. Two or more years of working experience in a related field is a must.
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HEALTH SCIENCES DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 772 447 181UNE MS. A. MANWERE | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Nursing Science (Nursing Education) (HBScNsE)
Full Time (Conventional): 3 years (August intake) | At least five ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language AND Science with a Grade C or better and a Diploma in General Nursing, Registration with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe and a holder of a current Practicing Certificate or a relevant equivalent, and at least 2 years post qualification working experience. “A” Level passes in Science subjects and /or a post basic Diploma registered by the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe are added advantage. | -Nursing Tutors -Lecturers |
Postgraduate Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control (PGDIPC) Block Release: 2 years (August intake) | At least five “O” Level including English Language and a Science subject. Diploma/Degree in Nursing, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences or any other health related discipline, at least 2years clinical experience, a practicing certificate from respective Health Professional Councils. Computer literate and Basic IPC training will be an added advantage. | -Infection and Prevention Practitioners |
DEPARTMENT OF OPTOMETRY TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 772 680 401 MR. C. MTUWA | ||
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Optometry (HBScOPT) Conventional, 4years (august Intake) | At least 5 ‘O’ Levels which include English Language, Mathematics and any Science subject(Biology or Physics) with at least a grade B or better. And three passes at ‘A’ Level from any of the following: – Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry with at least a grade D or better. | -Lecturers/ academia research -Optometrists -Industry Dispensing specialists – Research and manufacturing in optics |
STATISTICS AND MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE/WHATSAPPOFFICE: MRS PAGAN’A NUMBER:+263 772 723 926 | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
BSc. Hon degree in Statistics and Financial Mathematics (HBScSFM) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | Normal Entry: At least five (5) ‘O’ Levels Mathematics, English Language and a Science or Commercial subject/ National Foundation Certificates with grade C or better and at least two(2) ‘A’ Level passes in the following subjects: Mathematics or Statistics and any one of Physics, Computer Science, Management of Business, Economics and Accounting OR relevant National Certificate. Special Entry: At least five (5) Levels including English Language and Mathematics and a Diploma in Statistics or Financial Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Economics, Accounting or Operations Research. Mature Entry: At least five (5) ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics and should be above 25 years of age. Applicants are required to attend interviews designed to assess their maturity and suitability for admission to the programme. | · Financial institutions · Engineering organisations · Government Departments · Parastatals and State Enterprises · Non-Governmental Organisations · Health Institutions · Statistical Agencies |
BSc Hon. Degree in Applied Mathematics (HBScAMT) Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | Normal Entry: At least two (2) ‘A’ Level passes including Mathematics or its recognized equivalent (Mechanics, Statistics, Pure Mathematics) plus at least Ordinary Level passes/ National Foundation Certificates including Mathematics and English Language OR relevant National Certificate. Special Entry: At least five (5) Levels including English Language and Mathematics, National Diploma and a Higher National Diploma. Mature Entry: At least five (5) ‘O’ Levels including English Language and Mathematics, should be above 25 years of age plus work experience. |
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DEPARTMENT SPORTS SCIENCE TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 772 916 712 DR. L.T. CHARUMBIRA | ||
PROGRAMME | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS | CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Science and Management (HBSc.SSM) Conventional-4 years Block Release-3 years August Intake | Normal Entry: At least five (5) subjects at Ordinary Level including English Language and Mathematics and at least two (2) subjects at Advanced Level including at least one of the following sport-related subjects; Physical Education Sport and Mass Displays, Sports Management and Sports Science and Technology, or their equivalent. OR At least five (5) subjects at Ordinary Level including English Language and Mathematics and at least two (2) subjects at Advanced Level in any of the following learning areas; Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Geography, Agriculture, Sociology, Psychology, Management of Business, Economics and Accounting, or their equivalent. Special Entry: The selection of candidates shall be in accordance with the General Academic Regulations. In addition, the following specific requirements may apply: Applicant must have passed at least five (5) subjects at Ordinary Level including English Language and Mathematics and obtained a Certificate or Diploma in Sport or Physical Education, or their equivalent from a recognized Academic Institution or Sports Federation or institution of similar status. OR Five (5) subjects at Ordinary Level including English Language and Mathematics and a record of elite sports participation of at least two years. | -Sports entrepreneurs -Sports management consultants. -Sports management academics -Sports managers -Sports marketers – Sports events managers -Sports facilities managers -Fitness and wellness training managers -Sports retailers. -Exercise physiologists -Sports Science Academics –Kinesiologists -Sports performance analysts -Physiotherapists -Sports Psychologists -Strength and conditioning trainers -Sports Nutritionists -Sports Science Entrepreneurs |
Masters of Science Degree in Sports Management (MSc.SM) Block Release 1½years August intake | Normal Entry: A Sport-Related Bachelor of Science Honours Degree with passes lower than 2.2 and at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience. Special Entry: A candidate must have Technical Qualifications equivalent to an Honours Degree from a Sports Federation or Institution of similar status and at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience. OR Holders of relevant Bachelor of Science General Degrees with at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience may be considered after passing a qualifying examination to determine their suitability for the programme with a mark representing a 2.2 division or better. | -Sports entrepreneurs -Sports management consultants. -Sports management academics -Sports managers -Sports marketers – Sports events managers -Sports facilities managers -Fitness and wellness training managers -Sports retailers. |
Masters of Science Degree in Sports Science (MSc.SS) Block Release 1½years August intake | Normal Entry: A Sport-Related Bachelor of Science Honours Degree with passes lower than 2.2 and at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience. Special Entry: A candidate must have Technical Qualifications equivalent to an Honours Degree from a Sports Federation or Institution of similar status and at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience. OR Holders of relevant Bachelor of Science General Degrees with at least two years of relevant post-qualification experience may be considered after passing a qualifying examination to determine their suitability for the programme with a mark representing a 2.2 division or better. | -Exercise physiologists -Sports Science Academics –Kinesiologists-Sports performance analysts -Physiotherapists -Sports Psychologists -Strength and conditioning trainers -Sports Nutritionists -Sports Science Entrepreneurs |
DEPARTMENT OF SUSTAINABLE AND DEVELOPMENT TELEPHONE/WHATSAPP OFFICE: NUMBER:+263 773 281 212 MR. BOORA | ||
Masters of Science degree in Climate Change and Sustainable Development (MSc.CCSD) Block Release 1 ½years January intake(Classes in Harare)
| Normal Entry: (i) Have five ‘O’ levels including Mathematics and English and hold a good relevant Honours degree from this or another recognised University with at least 2.2 degree classification or better. Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be considered for the programme if they have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics and have at least two years relevant working experience. Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and above and have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics. Two or more years of working experience in a related field is a must. | -Research Institutes -Government Departments -SADC -United Nations and its Agencies -International NGOS Community Based Organisations. |
Master of Science Degrees in Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sustainability (MSc.NME) January 2023 intake (Classes at Astra Campus) | Normal Entry: Applicants should normally have five Ordinary Level including Mathematics and English Should also have an Honours Degree in the following areas of study: Disaster Management, Development Studies, Geography, Biology, Environmental Studies, Agriculture, Social Sciences or any relevant degree with a strong geography background, with degree class 2.2 or better. Special Entry: Applicants without an Honours Degree or with passes lower than 2.2 may be considered for the programme if they have passed Ordinary Level Mathematics and English and have at least two years relevant working experience. Mature Entry: Applicants should be 25years and above and have passed Ordinary Level English and Mathematics. Two or more years of working experience in a related field is a must.
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-United Nations and its Agencies -International NGOs Community Based Organisations |
Bachelor of Science Honours in Sustainable Development (HBSc.DG)
Full Time (Conventional): 4 years (August intake) | At least five ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language, Science, Geography AND Mathematics with a Grade C or better and 2 “A” Level subjects. Arts subject at “A” Level will be added advantages |
-International NGOs Community Based Organisations |
