Here is the guide for the UDSM Masters degree March intake, Applications are currently open for the University of Dar es Salaam’s (UDSM) March intake for the 2025/2026 academic year. This intake is specifically for Postgraduate Programmes, including Masters (MA, MSc, LLM, etc.) and PhD degrees. It is the final opportunity to enroll for the 2025/26 session, with studies commencing in March 2026.
Application Requirements
To be eligible for a Masters programme, you must meet the following minimum requirements.
1. Academic Eligibility:
- For Masters by Coursework and Dissertation: You must have at least a Lower Second Class Bachelor’s Degree (a minimum GPA of 2.7) from a recognized institution.
- For Masters by Thesis: You must have a strong academic record, typically a GPA of 3.5 or above in your first degree.
- Applicants with a Pass Degree: You may be considered if:
- Your undergraduate performance in the proposed subject of study was a ‘B’ grade or higher.
- OR you have a Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant field.
- OR you can prove you have relevant research experience and/or additional training.
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 (for Thesis/Research Masters): A 1-2 page summary of your proposed research.
- Contact information (full name, title, official email) for at least two academic or professional referees.
How to Apply
The application deadline for this March intake is February 28, 2026.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the UDSM admission website. On the homepage, click the tab or link for “Postgraduate” applications.
- Create Your Account: Register for a new admission account using a valid email address. You must verify this account via a link sent to your email.
- Generate Control Number & Pay: Log in and the system will guide you to generate a Control Number for the non-refundable application fee.
- Tanzanians: TZS 50,000
- Non-Tanzanians: USD 50 Pay this fee using mobile money or a bank.
- Complete the Application: After your payment is confirmed, fill in all sections of the online form. This includes your personal details, academic history, and programme choice.
- Upload Documents & Add Referees: Upload all the required documents listed above and enter the details of your referees (the system will contact them).
- Submit: Carefully review all your information and formally submit your application.
Official Application Portal: The only official link for all UDSM applications is:
Conclusion
The March 2026 intake is the final opportunity for Masters students to join UDSM for the 2025/26 academic year. Ensure you meet the specific GPA requirements for your chosen programme and submit your application on the official admission.udsm.ac.tz portal before the February 28, 2026 deadline.
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