13/05/2026
HIGHER EDUCATION IN MALAWI-HEMA
A Journey to Excellence
UPDATES IN SUMMARY
The Higher Education in Malawi (HEMA) wishes to inform the general public that, it has summarised all the Updates it has received from various Universities and Colleges as follows;
1) Malawi Adventist University (MAU) is a private institution of higher learning in Malawi. Malawi Adventist University is committed to providing superior quality and holistic higher education services to generations to prepare for service to God through service to mankind in readiness for eternity. MAU is accredited by NCHE, AAA, ACCA, and MAB . The university has committed highly qualified lecturers with PhDs and Master’s degree certificates. MAU, Lakevew College is therefore inviting applications from well-qualified candidates for the 2026 August intake
2) Blantyre International University-biu. Admissions now open! start your journey with biu! Apply now for our Degree Programs and take the next big step in your academic journey.Take the first step toward your career success today! closing date for receiving applications is 1st July, 2026.
3) The University of Malawi is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its mature entry & Economic Fee Paying programmes for the 2025/2026 academic year. Closing date for receiving applications is 31st July, 2026.
4) Mzuzu University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to enrol for Upgrading, Weekend Release, Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) and EconomicFee-Paying non-generic undergraduate programmes for the 2026/27 Academic Year.All applications should reach the University Registrar not later than Friday, 15th May 2026.
5) The University of Malawi is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its Open Distance E-Learning (ODEL) programmes for the 2026-2027 academic year. The closing date for receiving applications is TUESDAY, 30th JUNE 2026.
6) St. John of God University (SJOGU) is a training institution of higher learning for health professionals
in Malawi and its neighboring countries since its
its inception in 2003. The University is a member of
CHAM and operates under the proprietorship of Saint John of God Brothers of the Catholic church
under the Mzuzu Diocese. The University offers programmes that have been aceredited by National
council of Higher Education (NCHE) and approved by Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM) and Medical Council of Malawi (MCM). The University is committed to training highly qualified and dedicated healthcare professionals to be of service in the country and beyond. It strives to be a Centre of excellence in education, training, and research to enhance quality health services in Malawi and the sub-Saharan region. In fulfilling its mission, SJOGU is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to nders o training in the following upgrading programs for the July 2026 intake.
bachelor of science in mental health psychiatric nursing upgrading. bachelor of science in clinical medicine (mental health) updgrading, bachelor of science in psychotherapy -upgrading, and diploma in clinical medicine - upgrading. Closing date for receiving applications is 30th May, 2026.
7) The School of Education (SoE) at the University of Malawi is pleased to announce the call for applications for enrolment in the University Certificate in Education (UCE) Programme –September 2026 intake. Applications must firstly sign-up to create a University of Malawi’ application portal through which they will upload and submit their application documents at:https://admission.unima.ac.mw/.Application Deadline: 15th May 2026
8) St Luke's College of Health Sciences inviting applications from interested candidates for its upcoming Diploma programs (August 2026 intake) 1) Diploma in Public Health (Accredited by Medical Council of Malawi)
2) Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery Technician (Accredited by Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi)
3) Certificate in Community Midwifery Assistant (Accredited by Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi)
The closing date of receiving application letters is 29th May, 2026.
9) Applications are invited from suitably qualified Malawian and international candidates for admission into selected undergraduate programmes at the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) under the following categories: Full Economic FeePaying, Mature Entry, Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL), and Weekend Admissions. The deadline for submitting completed online applications for all programmes under all categories is 8th June, 2026.
10) The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is inviting applications from suitably qualified local and international candidates for admission into its full time economic fee paying Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery Programme under the School of Medicine for the 2025/2026 academic year that starts on 8th June, 2026.The closing date for receiving applications is Friday 15th May, 2026
11) Kamuzu University of Health Sciences in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) is implementing activities under the Beginnings Fund, which aims to strengthen Human Resources for Health (HRH) training in Malawi. As part of this initiative, scholarships are being offered to eligible candidates to undergo training in Bachelor of Science in Neonatal Nursing programme at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences. The Scholarship covers health workers in Blantyre, Lilongwe and Mzimba. The closing date for receiving applications is Friday 15th May, 2026.
12) FREE SHORT COURSE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY [Business Management, Secretarial and Administrative Studies, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management Courses] From Saturday, 23rd May 2026 to Sunday, 31st May 2026. ORGANIZED BY: Shape Research and Skills Consultancy.
13) The Malawi School of Government invites applications for the Postgraduate Diploma in Local Government Management (PGDLGM). This 1-year professional programme equips practitioners with advanced skills for effective local governance, service delivery, and decentralised leadership. Closing date is 29th May, 2026.
14) The Malawi Institute of Tourism (MIT) is a training institution renowned for its exceptional programs in
the Tourism and Hospitality as well as allied industries. With a strong commitment to delivering highquality education and training, MIT offers a range of training options designed to meet the needs of aspiring professionals. Our offerings include Diploma Programs, Certificate Programs, as well as specialized Short and Tailor-made courses. MIT strives to equip students with practical skills, knowledge and expertise necessary to excel in the dynamic industry. The Institute is inviting applications for non-residential courses for the 2026 June Intake. The commencement date for the courses is 22nd June 2026. Closing date for application is 29th May, 2026 and interviews will be conducted on 1st, 2nd and 3rd June, 2026 at Malawi Institute of Tourism in Blantyre, Lingadzi Inn in Lilongwe and Mzuzu Lodge in Mzuzu. The list of successful candidates will be released on 12th June 2026.
15) Malamulo College of Health Sciences, a constituent college of the Malawi Adventist University is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its accredited undergraduate generic and mature entry programmes for August 2026 intake.
a) BSc Medical Laboratory Science. b) BSc Public Health (30% scholarship for first 200 applicants). a) Diploma in Biomedical Science. Diploma in Clinical Medicine.
Closing Date:30th JUNE, 2026.
16) The Malawi School of Government is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Weekend Postgraduate Diploma Programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Successful applicants will commence their studies in September 2026.Application Deadline: 19th June 2026
17) The School of Law, Economics and Government at the University of Malawi invites qualified candidates to apply for admission into the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - [LLB (Hons)] programme for the 2026/2027 academic year. The closing date for all applications is Tuesday, 2nd June 2026.
18) UNIMA The School of Law, Economics and Government invites applications from eligible candidates for enrolment into the Diploma in Law Programme for the 2026/2027 academic year.The closing date for all applications is Tuesday 2nd June, 2026.
19) MUBAS The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), formerly The Continuing Education Centre (CEC), invites applications from suitably-qualified candidates to enrol into its nonresidential Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma programmes scheduled to commence in Blantyre, Lilongwe, Mzuzu and Salima (Msalura Centre) from Monday,20th July, 2026 .The forms, together with copies of relevant certificates and bank deposit slips, should be electronically sent or physically delivered by Friday, 10th July, 2026 to any of the campuses indicated
20) Zomba College Of Development Studies .JULY 2026 INTAKE. The management of Zomba College of Development Studies-ZCDS is pleased to inform the public that enrollment for July 2026 is in progress. The College offers *Only* *Online* Program.
21) Mzuzu University is pleased to announce calls for applications into its various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. These programmes fall under face to face (economic fee, weekend) and ODeL categories. Closing date for receiving applications is 15th May, 2026.
22) 🚨 The application window for undergraduate programmes at MUBAS closes this Saturday, 16 May, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to join.
23) Ntcheu Development Centre June 2026 Intake. For
a) Short Courses (b) Tevet Courses, c) ABMA Courses. Registration is still in progress.
NB: Tomorrow the adverts will be posted in full details. So stay tuned for more information.
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