The UDSM March intake is exclusively for postgraduate programmes. This includes PhD, Masters, and Postgraduate Diploma degrees. This intake is not available for undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degrees.
The university offers a very wide range of programmes. The list below is a sample of the courses available across various colleges and schools. The full, official list is available on the admission portal.
1. PhD Programmes (By Thesis or Coursework)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
- Doctor of Philosophy in Law (PhD Law)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Mechanical)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Economics
- Doctor of Philosophy in Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Kiswahili
- Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Sciences (e.g., Chemistry, Biology)
2. Masters Programmes (MA, MSc, LLM, MBA)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) – (Evening Programme)
- Master of Laws (LLM) – (e.g., in Commercial Law, International Law)
- Master of Arts in Education (MA Ed)
- Master of Science in Computer Science
- Master of Science in Engineering (e.g., Water Resources, Construction Management)
- Master of Arts in Economics
- Master of Arts in Sociology
- Master of Science in International Transport and Logistics
3. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) – (Very popular)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law (e.g., in Legal Practice)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Water Resources)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Microfinance
- Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development
Application Requirements
You must have all your scanned documents ready for upload.
- For PhD: A relevant Masters Degree from a recognized university with a minimum GPA of 3.5. You must also submit a Research Concept Note (proposal).
- For Masters: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a minimum GPA of 2.7. Some programmes may accept a “Pass” degree if you also have a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
- For Postgraduate Diploma: A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
The application deadline for the March 2026 intake is February 28, 2026.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the UDSM admission website.
- Select Programme: Click on the “Postgraduate” application tab.
- Create Account: Register a new account with a valid email and verify it.
- Pay Application Fee: Log in and generate a Control Number to pay the non-refundable fee (TZS 50,000 for Tanzanians / USD 50 for non-Tanzanians).
- Fill Form & Upload Documents: Complete all sections, including your academic history and programme choices. Select your desired course and be sure to choose the March Intake.
- Add Referees: Enter the contact details of your academic or professional referees.
- Submit: Review and submit your application.
Official Application Portal: The only official link to apply and see the full list of available courses is:
Conclusion
The March 2026 intake is the final opportunity to join a UDSM postgraduate programme for the 2025/26 academic year. You must check the official portal for the complete list of courses and ensure you meet the specific requirements before the February 28, 2026 deadline.
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