UNZA Postgraduate Fees 2025/2026
Updates of UNZA Postgraduate Fees Structure 2025/2026. You will see on this page the UNZA Postgraduate Courses Fees Structure for the 2025/2026 Academic Year.
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Details of UNZA Postgraduate Fees 2025/2026
Postgraduate Fees
Please note that:
- Registration requires payment of fees.
- All fees meant for the University should be paid into the UNZA Directorate Postgraduate Account OR by cheque into the same account.
- Fees meant to cover costs related to student welfare and research costs should be paid to the student.
- In the event of a student withdrawing from studies, tuition and other fees may not be refunded in full.
Tuition
1. Postgraduate Diplomas – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
2. Course Work Programmes – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Master of Arts Master of Education Master of Law Master of Communication for Development Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights Law Postgraduate Diploma in International Law Postgraduate Diploma in Counseling |
K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Master of Science Master of Engineering Master of Mineral Sciences Diploma in ICT Policy and Regulation Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Studies |
K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Public Health Master of Science in Nursing Postgraduate Diploma in Education for Health Professionals |
K20,173.00 | $9,310.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Medicine Master of Veterinary Medicine |
K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
3. Master by Research and Part II of Course Work Programmes
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K14,674.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K17,712.00 | $9,460.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K20,517.00 | $11,560.00 |
4. Doctor of Philosophy Programme
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Social Sciences and Arts Education Law |
K15,822.00 | $7,880.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Natural Sciences Science-Based Areas |
K18,617.00 | $10,304.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Medicine Veterinary Medicine |
K26,063.00 | $12,460.00 |
5. Part Time Fees
- Part-time fees for postgraduate programmes are charged at 50% of the full-time rate.
Non Tuition Fees
Registration Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Registration | K500.00 | $80.00 |
| Late Registration | K200.00 | $30.00 |
NB: Late registration shall be K200 per additional month after the registration period
Examination Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Part I Masters Degree/Diploma |
K497.00 | $125.00 |
| Part II/Research Master (Thesis) |
K6,020.00 | $800.00 |
| Part II/Taught Master (Dissertation) |
K3,750.00 | $700.00 |
| Doctor (Thesis) | K6,290.00 | $900.00 |
| Supplementary (Part I) Examinations (Per Course) |
K500.00 | $120.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) PhD |
K2,500.00 | $400.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) Masters |
K1,000.00 | $250.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) PhD |
K4,000.00 | $800.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) Masters |
K2,000.00 | $500.00 |
Other Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Student Amenities | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Medical | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Union | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Maintenance | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Internet Connectivity | K200.00 | $50.00 |
| Student Handbook | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Library | K400.00 | $60.00 |
Bench Fees (For Non Students)
| Category B | K3000.00 |
| Category C | K5000.00 |
Suggested Student Upkeep and Research Costs (Payable to the student)
| Zambian & Non-SADC | |
| Hostel Accommodation (Per month) | K1000.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living on campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living outside campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Research Cost: Masters | ~ 70% Tuition fees |
| Book Allowance | K8,000.00 |
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