PROSPECTUS 2023/2024

Postal Address

P. O. Box A 624

Swazi Plaza, Mbabane H101

Kingdom of Eswatini

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VISION STATEMENT

Eswatini Medical Christian University will be benchmarked amongst the best

Medical, ICT and Allied Health Colleges on the global stage that are at the forefront
of Medical and Scientific Research.

MISSION STATEMENT

Eswatini Medical Christian University is a Christian International University that

offers a diversified curriculum with special focus on Medicine and ICT. It is
dedicated to the advancement of the Health and ICT sectors in Eswatini, Africa and
beyond by promoting Christian faith, excellence through education, health care,
innovation, community engagement and research.

CORE VALUES

The students, faculty and staff of Eswatini Medical Christian University profess a
set of complementary values that are fundamental to the University’s identity and
provide the foundation for its practices.

We value Christianity
We believe in One God, creator of all things, infinitely perfect and eternally, existing
in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

We value excellence
The search for excellence is the hallmark of all our endeavors

We value learning
Students learning and satisfaction are measures of our success.

We value scholarly research

We engage in reflective practice through scientific, innovative and systematic
research.

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We value the free exchange of ideas
A respectful climate for open discourse promotes innovation, discovery and social
responsibility.

We value openness and flexibility

Reducing barriers to education enhances access and social equity.

We value diversity and inclusiveness

Diversity and inclusiveness enhance the quality of both learning and of the
workplace.

We value our employees

The commitment, innovation, creativity and continuous learning of every employee
contribute to our success.

We value accountability
We are accountable to our students, to each other and to the public.

PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY EMCU FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2022/2023

 Bachelor of Computer Science

 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences
 Bachelor of Nursing Science
 Bachelor of Pharmacy
 Bachelor of Psychology
 Bachelor of Radiography
 Bachelor of Social Work

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PROGRAMMES AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A. DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCE

The Department of Nursing Science shall offer a four-year Bachelor of Nursing

Science degree programme

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

i) The minimum entrance requirements for the four-year Bachelor of Nursing

Science degree shall be :

A minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE which

must be at C grade or better. Subjects that must be passed at C grade or
better include the following:

 English Language,
 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)
 Biology

Plus any other three subjects at C grade or better

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

B. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY
The Department of Pharmacy shall offer a four year Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

i) The minimum entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree

by the Department of Pharmacy shall be:

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 A minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE which
must be at C grade or better. Subjects that must be passed at C grade or
better include the following:

 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)

 English
 Chemistry/Physical Science
 Biology

And any other two subjects at C grade or better

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

C. DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES

The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences shall offer a Bachelor of Medical

Laboratory Sciences degree. The Bachelor programme is of four (4) years duration.

A. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS :

i) The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences shall offer a Bachelor of

Medical Laboratory Sciences degree. The Bachelor programme is of four
(4) years duration. Qualifying candidates must have:

A minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE

which must be at C grade or better. Subjects that must be passed at C
grade or better include the following:

 Chemistry/Physical Science
 Biology
 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)
 English Language

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And any two other subject at C grade or better.

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

D. DEPARTMENT OF RADIOGRAPHY

The Department of Radiography shall offer a Bachelor of Radiography degree. The

degree programme is of four years duration.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

i) A minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE which

must be at C grade or better. Subjects that must be passed at C grade or
better include the following:
 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)
 English Language
 Biology
 Physics/Physical Science
And any other two subjects at C grade or better

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification.

E. DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY

The Department of Psychology shall offer a four-year Bachelor of Psychology

degree programme.

i) The minimum entrance requirements for a four-year Bachelor of Psychology

degree shall be a minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O”

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 Level/IGCSE/SGCSE. Subjects which must be passed at C grade or better
include the following:
 English Language
 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)
And any other four subjects at C grade or better.
OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

G. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

i) The minimum entrance requirements for a four-year Bachelor of Social Work

offered by the Department of Social Science shall be a minimum of six credits
including English Language obtained in GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE.

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

F. DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

The Department of Computer Science shall offer a four year Bachelor of Computer
Science Programme.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

i) A minimum of six credits obtained in the GCE “O” Level/IGCSE/SGCSE must

be at C grade or better. Subjects that must be passed at C grade or better
include the following:

 English Language,
 Mathematics (Math Literacy shall not be considered)
 Physics or Physical Science

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And any three of the following:

 Biology
 Chemistry
 A pass at C grade or better in any subject

OR

A recognized equivalent qualification

MATURE AGE ENTRY

The University recognizes mature age entry candidates provided they must follow
the mature age entry guidelines of the University.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

The University recognizes prior learning relevant to the specific disciplines. RPL will
be considered as per University Guidelines.

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 UNIVERSITY SCHEDULE OF FEES

DEGREE PROGRAMMES
BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (4) YEARS FULL TIME
TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF RADIOGRAPHY (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E27, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

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YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (4) YEARS FULL TIME

TUTION FEES
SADC STUDENTS E22, 000.00 per annum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LEVY E7, 500.00 per annum
BOOK ALLOWANCE AND SUNDRIES

YEAR 1 E3, 000.00 per annum

SUCCESSIVE YEARS (Years 2 – 4) E3, 000.00 per annum

PRACTICAL ALLOWANCE/INTERNSHIP E5, 600.00 per annum

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 PAYMENT OF FEES

1. AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH PROOF OF PAYMENT OF

APPLICATION FEE OF E300.00 FOR LOCAL/ SADC STUDENTS AND E500.00 FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.
2. TO SECURE A PLACE FOR ADMISSION A PAYMENT OF E750.00 IS REQUIRED.
3. A DEPOSIT OF E5, 000.00 IS REQUIRED ON REGISTRATION FOR ALL SELF SPONSORED
STUDENTS. ALL PAYMENTS TO BE MADE TO THE UNIVERSITY ACCOUNT AT NEDBANK OR
STANDARD BANK,
4. NEDBANK ACCOUNT NUMBER — 020000539059
5. STANDARD BANK ACCOUNT NUMBER – 9110006002482
6. WRITE YOUR STUDENT NAME AND DEPARTMENT AS REFERENCE.

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