FOR APPLICATIONS FOR MSc DEVELOPMENT POLICY AND PRACTICE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY FOR
2011/2012 ACADEMIC YEAR
Introduction
Mzumbe
University in partnership with the School of Social & International Studies
(SSIS) of the University of Bradford, UK invite applications from qualified
applicants for a new postgraduate Programme – Master of Science (MSc) in
Development Policy and Practice for Civil Society for the 2011/2012 Academic
Year, October 2011 to September 2012.
Aims
and Objectives
This
course will provide valuable academic and vocational skills; that will really
set participants apart from the crowd. It is intended to develop the skills of
those already working in civil society organisations or those who wish to work
in this sector. Upon completion of this unique degree you will have a solid
understanding of designing and implementing development projects and programmes
from the perspective of civil society organisations, and you will also have
gained a grounded knowledge of policies that directly affect civil society
organisations and development process. You will also get the benefit of
interactive work-based learning in civil society organisations. This programme
has been developed jointly by Mzumbe and Bradford to address the specific needs
of civil society and non-state actors in Africa. It was supported in the early
stages by the EU-funded Non-State Actors Programme in Tanzania. This programme
also invested in the creation of a resource centre at Mzumbe University Dar es
salaam Business School to support the operation of the academic services.
Course
Structure and duration
The
programme is one (1) year full time (including final dissertation). All classes
will be taught in the evening. The modules will cover Project Planning, Design
and Appraisal; Project and Programme Management; Issues in Development Policy;
Working in the Third Sector; Civil Societies; Networking; Advocacy and
Negotiation for Civil Society.
Fee
Structure
Students
will have to pay TSh. 3,750,000/= as tuition fee for Mzumbe University and an
equivalent of Sterling Pound 1,250 for University of Bradford validation fee.
Entry
Qualifications
Candidates
should hold the following qualifications from any recognized institution(s):
EITHER
A
three year (or more) Bachelor's Degree of at least second class from a
recognized
University
OR
A three year (or more) Advanced Diploma of at
least second class from any accredited institution
