The Open University of Tanzania (OUT) operates on a flexible admission system for its open-distance learning programmes. Applications for the 2025/2026 academic year, including for those wishing to start around March 2026, are currently open.
Unlike conventional universities, OUT accepts postgraduate applications throughout the year, and successful applicants are enrolled in batches.
Application Requirements
To be eligible for a Masters programme, you must meet the following minimum requirements.
1. Academic Eligibility:
- You must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution with at least a Lower Second Class (a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a 5.0 scale).
- OR applicants with a “Pass” degree (GPA 2.0 – 2.69) may be considered if they also have a Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a recognized institution.
- Specific programmes may have additional or slightly different requirements (e.g., relevant work experience).
2. Required Documents for Upload: You will need to have clear, scanned PDF copies of the following:
- Official Bachelor’s Degree Certificate.
- Official Academic Transcripts for your degree.
- O-Level and A-Level Certificates.
- A clear copy of your Birth Certificate.
- An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Research Concept Note (This is mandatory for Masters by Thesis and some coursework programmes).
- Contact information for your referees.
Courses Offered (Masters)
OUT offers a wide range of Masters programmes. Here is a sample of popular courses available (a full list is on the portal):
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Business Administration (Transport and Logistics Management)
- Master of Human Resource Management
- Master of Project Management
- Master of Laws (LLM)
- Master of Education (M.Ed) – (in various specializations like Open and Distance Learning)
- Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science
- Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology Management
- Master of Arts (MA) in Kiswahili
- Master of Arts (MA) in History
- Master in Community Economic Development
How to Apply
The application is done entirely online through the specific postgraduate portal.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the OUT Postgraduate Online Admission (PGOA) system.
- Create an Account: You must register for a new account using a valid email address.
- Generate Control Number: Log in and the system will guide you to generate a Control Number for the non-refundable application fee (typically TZS 50,000 for Tanzanians).
- Pay the Fee: Pay the application fee via mobile money or bank using the Control Number.
- Complete the Application: Fill in all required sections, including your personal details, academic history, and your chosen programme.
- Upload Documents: Upload all the required documents as clear, scanned PDF files.
- Submit: Review all your information and formally submit your application.
Official Application Portal: The only official link for all OUT postgraduate (Masters and PhD) applications is:
Conclusion
The “March Intake” at OUT is part of its continuous application system for the 2025/26 academic year. You can apply at any time, but applying soon will ensure you are considered for the next batch of admissions.
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