Master of Science in One Health Food Safety

Overview

Food-borne diseases (FBD) cause great human suffering and significant economic losses. Dangerous pathogens and contaminants transmitted by food are on the increase and spread through trade, travel and tourism, among others. Globally, the frequency of emerging and re-emerging diseases and food safety threats, and their impact on human health have increased over recent decades. Food safety, therefore, is critical to the safeguarding of public health and governments all over the world are intensifying their efforts to improve the safety of food supplied to citizenry.

Provision of safe food requires understating of food safety hazards that may be physical or chemical. These are quite significant in spoilage of food, with some spoilage leading to foodborne illnesses and disease. Therefore, students enrolled in this programme will gain skills and knowledge in food safety. The programme will provide an in-depth study of microbiological tools involved in ensuring food safety. Furthermore, the formulation of this Master of Science in One Health Food Safety (MSC OHFS) training originates from the conviction that solutions to our human health problems should be approached in a multi-disciplinary perspective level. This programme is part of ACEIDHA overall project aimed at developing research capacity, and skills in One Health food safety and zoonoses, as well as designing a strategy of improving human and animal health through capacity building.

Requirements

The applicant must possess:

(i) A Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Biomedical fields of study shall be formally required.

(ii) Graduates from any recognized University in the field of biological sciences, Medicine, Public Health, Veterinary Medicine, Environmental Health, Nursing, Food Science, Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences and any other related field of study.

(iii) Candidates with observed deficiencies in particular areas will be required to undertake bridging courses. A minimum of credit or two years of working experience will be an added advantage.

Finance

Postgraduate Fees

Please note that:

  • Registration requires payment of fees.
  • All fees meant for the University should be paid into the UNZA Directorate Postgraduate Account OR by cheque into the same account.
  • Fees meant to cover Costs related to student welfare and research costs should be paid to the student.
  • In the event of a student withdrawing from studies, tuition and other fees may not be refunded in full.

Tuition

1. Course Work Programmes - PART I

Category Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Master of Veterinary Medicine K21,808.00 $9,310.00

 

3. Master by Research and Part II of Course Work Programmes

Category Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Per Academic Year K20,517.00 $11,560.00

 

4. Doctor of Philosophy Programme

Category Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Veterinary Medicine K26,063.00 $12,460.00

 

5. Part Time Fees

  • Part-time fees for postgraduate programmes are charged at 50% of the full-time rate.

Non Tuition Fees

Registration Fees

  Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Registration K500.00 $80.00
Late Registration K200.00 $30.00

NB: Late registration shall be K200 per additional month after registration period

Examination Fees

  Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Part I
Masters Degree/Diploma
K497.00 $125.00
Part II/Research
Master (Thesis)
K6,020.00 $800.00
Part II/Taught
Master (Dissertation)
K3,750.00 $700.00
Doctor (Thesis) K6,290.00 $900.00
Supplementary (Part I)
Examinations (Per Course)
K500.00 $120.00
Re-examination (Internal Examiners)
PhD
K2,500.00 $400.00
Re-examination (Internal Examiners)
Masters
K1,000.00 $250.00
Re-examination (All Examiners)
PhD
K4,000.00 $800.00
Re-examination (All Examiners)
Masters
K2,000.00 $500.00

Other Fees

  Zambian Non-SADC Candidates
Student Amenities K150.00 $50.00
Medical K200.00 $60.00
Union K150.00 $50.00
Maintenance K200.00 $60.00
Internet Connectivity K200.00 $50.00
Student Handbook K200.00 $60.00
Library K400.00 $60.00

Bench Fees (For Non Students)

Category B K3000.00
Category C K5000.00


Suggested Student Upkeep and Research Costs (Payable to the student)

  Zambian & Non-SADC
Hostel Accommodation (Per month) K1000.00
Student Stipend (Living on campus per day) K200.00
Student Stipend (Living outside campus per day) K200.00
Research Cost: Masters ~ 70% Tuition fees
Book Allowance K8,000.00

 

How to Apply

Here's how to apply for the course.

Study Level
Masters