Overview

The study duration shall be two years for full time students. The maximum study period shall not exceed three years. An extension of registration beyond the stipulated maximum study period may be granted by relevant committees if valid reasons are advanced.

Requirements for qualification award

This Applied Geology programme at University of Namibia will be awarded to candidates credited with all 264 credits, and who have met the requirements of the compulsory courses, industrial attachments, field and laboratory practicals as well as the project thesis.

In addition students are required to provide proof of competency of at least one foreign language other than English. It is recommended that students should learn a language that is relevant in internationally operating companies such as French, Russian, German, Spanish or Chinese.

The language course(s) will be offered in consultation with the UNAM Language Centre (non-degree purposes). Student will graduate with an MSc in Applied Geology, either majoring in Exploration & Economic Geology or majoring in Environmental Geology & Hydrogeology depending on the elective courses a student chooses in year two of the programme.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied GIS and Remote Sensing
Mineral Processing and Metallurgy
Applied Geochemistry
Applied Geophysics
Project Management, Economics and Law
Research methodology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

264 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Windhoek, Namibia

Disciplines

Geology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To register for an MSc postgraduate degree programme a candidate must hold a BSc Honours degree in Geology (NQF level 8) or a recognized equivalent qualification. The applicants will be accepted on the basis of their undergraduate record. An average mark of minimum 60% is required. The number of successful applicants will be limited by the availability of resources.
Radiological Report
Deed of Surety Form
Medical Certificate (original)
Two (2) Passport size photos
Admission letter from UNAM
Proof of Registration from UNAM
Proof of accommodation in Namibia
Completed main application form and visa form
Police Clearance from home country (compulsory)
Reasons for studying in Namibia (write one paragraph)
Proof of medical aid/ insurance (valid and active)*.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

50000 NAD / year

≈ 50000 NAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

46500 NAD / year

≈ 46500 NAD / year

Additional Details

Tuition + International Student Levy NAD 3 500.

Living costs

Windhoek

Namibia

10175 - 12578 NAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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