Overview
Women's University in Africa, a private university founded in 2002, is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. The institution operates as a higher-education provider.
Women's University in Africa teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into several faculties and runs a broad programme catalogue.
Women's University in Africa's student body totals 5,434 students.
Location & Contact
Address, contact details, and online presence for Women's University in Africa are summarised below.
Academic Details
Women's University in Africa's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Degrees
Also Executive Diploma in Management; MBA
Bachelor's 29 programs
- Accountancy
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Education
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Banking
- Business Administration
- Community Development
- Computer Science
- Dairy
- Data Processing
- Development Studies
- Entrepreneurship
- Environmental Management
- Finance
- Food Technology
- Gender Studies
- Horticulture
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
- Logistics Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Meat and Poultry
- Midwifery
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Transport Management
Master's 20 programs
- Accountancy
- Agricultural Business
- Animal Husbandry
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Dairy
- Development Studies
- Food Technology
- Gender Studies
- Human Resources
- Logistics Management
- Management
- Marketing
- Meat and Poultry
- Preschool Education
- Public Administration
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Welfare and Protective Services
Doctoral 19 programs
- Animal Husbandry
- Anthropology
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Curriculum
- Development Studies
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Psychology
- Environmental Management
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology
- Literature
- Mathematics Education
- Preschool Education
- Public Administration
- Social Policy
- Sociology
- Welfare and Protective Services
Diploma & Certificate 8 programs
- Agricultural Business
- Business Administration
- Child Care and Development
- Education
- Environmental Management
- Management
- Preschool Education
- Social Work
Faculties & Divisions
Each of Women's University in Africa's faculties and its subject areas are listed below.
Agricultural Sciences (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Education
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Dairy
- Environmental Management
- Horticulture
- Meat and Poultry
Management and Entrepreneurial Sciences (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Business Computing
- Computer Science
- Finance
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Management
- Marketing
- Transport Management
Social and Gender Transformative Sciences (Faculty) 17 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Child Care and Development
- Communication Arts
- Development Studies
- Education
- Gender Studies
- Midwifery
- Nursing
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Social and Community Services
- Social Policy
- Social Studies
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Women's Studies
Programs Offered
All active programmes at Women's University in Africa are listed by degree level.
62 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Zimbabwe
Bachelor's Degree 29 programmes
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Master's Degree 22 programmes
Showing 10 of 22.
Certificate 2 programmes
Diploma 9 programmes
How to apply to Women's University in Africa
A short guide to applying to Women's University in Africa — five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Women's University in Africa offers 62 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Each programme at Women's University in Africa has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Get your documents ready
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Apply through the official channel
Apply directly via Women's University in Africa's online portal at www.wua.ac.zw. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Reach out and track your application
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Women's University in Africa
Quick answers to common questions about Women's University in Africa.
In what year was Women's University in Africa established?
Women's University in Africa was founded in 2002 (approximately 24 years ago).
In which city is Women's University in Africa?
Women's University in Africa is based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Is Women's University in Africa a public or private institution?
Women's University in Africa is a private institution.
How many students study at Women's University in Africa?
Women's University in Africa has approximately 5,434 students.
What programmes are available at Women's University in Africa?
Women's University in Africa offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
Is Women's University in Africa accredited?
The institution holds recognition from Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education (ZIMCHE).
Where can I learn more about Women's University in Africa?
The institution's website is www.wua.ac.zw.
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