Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources ODL Courses Offered 2024-2025
LUANAR Admissions
The LUANAR, Open and Distance (ODL) Directorate is dedicated to increase equitable access to market relevant agricultural programmes through flexible learning environment which aligns with LUANAR’s vision of becoming a world class university in teaching and learning excellence.
Its vision is to be a center of excellence in open and distance learning in agriculture, rural development and natural resources.
Its Mission is to provide equitable access to quality university education through sustainable open and distance learning innovations.
The ODL Directorate was established in 2016 with an initial enrolment of 441 students. As of January 2020, the student enrollment was over 1500 students. Currently, LUANAR ODL offers four academic programs: BSc in Agribusiness Management, BSc in Agricultural Economics, BSc in Extension and BSc in Agricultural Innovations.
Admission into ODL programmes is through both generic and mature entry level, in line with the LUANAR Admission Policy and Programme Requirements.Running of ODL programmes is undertaken by various operational teams at University level including LUANAR Management, ODL Directorate, Faculties, Departments, Library Management, ICT experts, Laboratory Assistants, Lecturers and Tutors.
