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Great Zimbabwe University

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world rank  9641

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Overview

Established in 1999, the Great Zimbabwe University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Masvingo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development of Zimbabwe, Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Zimbabwean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 25-year-old Zimbabwean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Zimbabwean higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. GZU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Great Zimbabwe University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Great Zimbabwe University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Great Zimbabwe University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Great Zimbabwe University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym GZU
Founded 1999
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University Location

Address PO Box 1235
Masvingo
00263 Masvingo
Zimbabwe
Great Zimbabwe University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Great Zimbabwe University Phone Number +263 (39) 263718
Great Zimbabwe University Fax Number +263 (39) 263719

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Great Zimbabwe University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Great Zimbabwe University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Great Zimbabwe University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Great Zimbabwe University.

Great Zimbabwe University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Great Zimbabwe University's admission information.

Great Zimbabwe University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Great Zimbabwe University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Great Zimbabwe University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Great Zimbabwe University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's Admission Office Admission Office

Box 1235 Masvingo
Masvingo 00263
(263) 39 263718


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Great Zimbabwe University.

Great Zimbabwe University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Great Zimbabwe University has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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Great Zimbabwe University's Control Type Control Type

Great Zimbabwe University is a public higher education institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's Entity Type Entity Type

Great Zimbabwe University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Great Zimbabwe University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Great Zimbabwe University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Great Zimbabwe University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Great Zimbabwe University has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Great Zimbabwe University's main facilities:


Great Zimbabwe University's Library University Library

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Great Zimbabwe University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Great Zimbabwe University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Great Zimbabwe University's main services:


Great Zimbabwe University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Great Zimbabwe University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Great Zimbabwe University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Great Zimbabwe University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Great Zimbabwe University's Career Services Career Services

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Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Great Zimbabwe University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Great Zimbabwe University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development of Zimbabwe

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Great Zimbabwe University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Zimbabwe Council on Higher Education (ZimCHE)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Great Zimbabwe University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Great Zimbabwe University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Great Zimbabwe University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Great Zimbabwe University's Facebook page Great Zimbabwe University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Great Zimbabwe University's X (formerly Twitter) page Great Zimbabwe University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Great Zimbabwe University's YouTube channel Great Zimbabwe University's official YouTube channel

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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