LUANAR Generic Postgraduate Application Form 2024-2025
LUANAR Generic Postgraduate Application Form 2024-2025 – Download:
The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its generic postgraduate programmes for the 2024-2025 academic year.
LUANAR Generic Postgraduate Application Form 2024-2025 – Download:
The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its generic postgraduate programmes for the 2024-2025 academic year.
1. Preliminary information for interested applicants
a. Minimum generic entry requirements for admissions:
PhD programmes
MSc. and Postgraduate Diploma programmes
∙ A recognised and relevant Master of Science Degree obtained from a recognised
∙
A recognised and relevant Bachelor of Science
institution of higher learning.
Degree obtained from a recognised
∙ Candidate should also demonstrate ability to conduct independent research by providing
∙
institution of higher learning.
at least one example of a scientific publication in print or electronic format as well as a
In cases where a credit pass/cGPA of at least
description of any published or unpublished research, thesis, contributions to professional
2.6 is required, candidates with a mere pass
or scholarly literature, and other professional or academic experiences relevant to an
but with vast relevant work experience may
assessment of the candidates capacity to pursue doctoral studies successfully.
also be considered.
∙ A brief curriculum vitae containing an overview of education, work, publications, and other professional activities as well as at least three references from persons in professional and academic communities;
∙ Where necessary, candidates will also be required to take oral and/or written examinations in their major and minor fields to determine overall preparation and background to cope with their desired programme.
b.Conditional Offers: Candidates assessment for admission will be based on the academic transcripts provided and emphasis will be placed on the courses the candidate has already covered, and if such courses and/or their grades are found to be insufficient for admission to the desired
programme, the candidate will be required to take some enhancing courses from the existing taught MSc. or taught PhD programs before commencement of, or during their postgraduate studies.
c.Further requirements: Candidates must also meet the specific entry requirements for each faculty/programme as outlined under Section 2 of this advert and Section F – programme details section of PGDMP-2024-2025 application form.
d.Semester Intake: Candidates must also indicate whether March or September Intake.
e.Programme duration and commencement dates:
Programme Duration
PhD programmes
3 – 4 years
Masters programmes
2 years
3.Application procedure
a.The address for obtaining and submitting application forms is: The University Registrar, LUANAR, Bunda Campus, P.O. Box 219, Lilongwe, and (Attention Admissions Office). The application form can also be downloaded from www.luanar.ac.mw and from the following LUANAR Official Updates Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/luanarupdates/
b.A complete application package MUST include the following:
i.Application form PGDMP-2024-2025;
ii.Copies of all relevant degrees/certificates/academic transcripts which are being used for the application. These must be duly certified as true copies of the originals by a recognised Commissioner of Oaths.
iii.Two academic reference letters.
iv.1 page research interest concept note.
v.Write up on candidate’s research experience and suitability for Postgraduate studies.
vi.Curriculum vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees.
vii.Original proof of availability of funds for training i.e. official sponsorship letter.
viii.Proof of payment of an appropriate application fee bearing the name of the applicant and the amount of application fee paid.LUANAR Generic Postgraduate Application
ix.
English proficiency certificate (a must for all international applicants) or proof that undergraduate courses were taught in English Language.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED!
c.Application fee: all applicants are strictly required to deposit a non-refundable application fee of K10, 000.00 for Malawian and $30.00 USD for international applicants to one of the following Bunda Fees Bank Accounts:
DETAILS
NATIONAL BANK OF MALAWI
NBS BANK
Account Type
Current
Current
Account Number
2175762
0050886475017
Branch
Lilongwe Branch
Lilongwe Branch
Swift Code
NBMAMWMW008
NBSTMWMW
4. Closing date
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS CAN HERE. ONLY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE WILL BE CONSIDERED.
1. Preliminary information for interested applicants
a. Minimum generic entry requirements for admissions:
PhD programmes
MSc. and Postgraduate Diploma programmes
∙ A recognised and relevant Master of Science Degree obtained from a recognised
∙
A recognised and relevant Bachelor of Science
institution of higher learning.
Degree obtained from a recognised
∙ Candidate should also demonstrate ability to conduct independent research by providing
∙
institution of higher learning.
at least one example of a scientific publication in print or electronic format as well as a
In cases where a credit pass/cGPA of at least
description of any published or unpublished research, thesis, contributions to professional
2.6 is required, candidates with a mere pass
or scholarly literature, and other professional or academic experiences relevant to an
but with vast relevant work experience may
assessment of the candidates capacity to pursue doctoral studies successfully.
also be considered.
∙ A brief curriculum vitae containing an overview of education, work, publications, and other professional activities as well as at least three references from persons in professional and academic communities;
∙ Where necessary, candidates will also be required to take oral and/or written examinations in their major and minor fields to determine overall preparation and background to cope with their desired programme.
b.Conditional Offers: Candidates assessment for admission will be based on the academic transcripts provided and emphasis will be placed on the courses the candidate has already covered, and if such courses and/or their grades are found to be insufficient for admission to the desired
programme, the candidate will be required to take some enhancing courses from the existing taught MSc. or taught PhD programs before commencement of, or during their postgraduate studies.
c.Further requirements: Candidates must also meet the specific entry requirements for each faculty/programme as outlined under Section 2 of this advert and Section F – programme details section of PGDMP-2024-2025 application form.
d.Semester Intake: Candidates must also indicate whether March or September Intake.
e.Programme duration and commencement dates:
Programme Duration
PhD programmes
3 – 4 years
Masters programmes
2 years
3.Application procedure
a.The address for obtaining and submitting application forms is: The University Registrar, LUANAR, Bunda Campus, P.O. Box 219, Lilongwe, and (Attention Admissions Office). The application form can also be downloaded from www.luanar.ac.mw and from the following LUANAR Official Updates Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/luanarupdates/
b.A complete application package MUST include the following:
i.Application form PGDMP-2024-2025;
ii.Copies of all relevant degrees/certificates/academic transcripts which are being used for the application. These must be duly certified as true copies of the originals by a recognised Commissioner of Oaths.
iii.Two academic reference letters.
iv.1 page research interest concept note.
v.Write up on candidate’s research experience and suitability for Postgraduate studies.
vi.Curriculum vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees.
vii.Original proof of availability of funds for training i.e. official sponsorship letter.
viii.Proof of payment of an appropriate application fee bearing the name of the applicant and the amount of application fee paid.LUANAR Generic Postgraduate Application
ix.
English proficiency certificate (a must for all international applicants) or proof that undergraduate courses were taught in English Language.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED!
c.Application fee: all applicants are strictly required to deposit a non-refundable application fee of K10, 000.00 for Malawian and $30.00 USD for international applicants to one of the following Bunda Fees Bank Accounts:
DETAILS
NATIONAL BANK OF MALAWI
NBS BANK
Account Type
Current
Current
Account Number
2175762
0050886475017
Branch
Lilongwe Branch
Lilongwe Branch
Swift Code
NBMAMWMW008
NBSTMWMW
4. Closing date
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS CAN HERE. ONLY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY THIS DEADLINE WILL BE CONSIDERED.
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