Here is a guide to the University of Dar es Salaam’s March intake online application.
The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) offers a March intake specifically for its Postgraduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diploma, Masters, and PhD). This is a valuable opportunity for those who missed the main September intake. This guide details the process through the official portal.
How to Apply
The application is a multi-step process that requires careful preparation and execution.
Phase 1: Preparation (Before You Apply)
Before you even visit the website, gather these documents, as you will need to upload them as scanned PDFs:
- Academic Certificates: O-Level, A-Level, Bachelor’s Degree, and (if applicable) Master’s Degree.
- Academic Transcripts: Official transcripts for your Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree.
- Birth Certificate: A clear copy.
- CV / Resume: An up-to-date professional CV.
- Research Concept Note (For PhD/Research Masters): A short proposal (1-2 pages) of your intended research.
- Referee Details: You will need the full names, titles, and official email addresses of at least two academic or professional referees.
Phase 2: The Online Application Process
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official UDSM admission link.
- Select Programme: On the homepage, click “Postgraduate” to be directed to the correct application type.
- Create Account: You must register for a new account using a valid email address. Check your inbox (and spam folder) for an activation link to verify your account.
- Generate Control Number: Log in with your new account. The system will first require you to generate a Control Number to pay the non-refundable application fee (TZS 50,000 for Tanzanians or USD 50 for non-Tanzanians).
- Pay the Fee: Pay the fee via bank or mobile money using the Control Number. You may need to wait a few minutes (or up to an hour) for the system to receive the payment confirmation before you can proceed.
- Fill in Sections: Complete all sections of the application form, which include:
- Personal Details
- Academic Qualifications (uploading your documents)
- Programme Choices (select your desired course)
- Referee Details (the system will automatically email them)
- Submit: Carefully review all your information. Once you are sure everything is correct, formally submit your application. You can log back into the portal later to check its status.
Official Application Portal: The only official link for this process is:
Conclusion
The UDSM March intake is for postgraduate studies only. Success depends on preparing all documents in advance and carefully following every step on the official admission.udsm.ac.tz portal.
