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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO
Undergraduate Information
Booklet
2022/2023
1 ACRONYMS
NUL - National University of Lesotho

LAC - Lesotho Agricultural College
JC - Junior Certificate
COSC - Cambridge Overseas Senior Certificate
LGCSE - Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education
STC - Secondary Teachers’ Certificate
B.SC - Bachelor of Science
B.ED - Bachelor of Education
MA.ED - Master of Arts in Education
PGDE - Post Graduate Diploma in Education
M.SC. ED - Master of Science in Education
LLB - Bachelor of Laws
IB - International Baccalaureate
GCE - General Certificate of Education
UN - United Nations
NGOs - Non-Governmental Organizations
DS - Development Studies
APS - Average Point Score
Maths. - Mathematics
TV - Television
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Table of Contents
1 ACRONYMS ..................................................................................................... i
2 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT NUL ....................................................... iii
3 FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE ........................................................................ 1
4 FACULTY OF EDUCATION ............................................................................ 4
5 FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES ................................................................ 7
6 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES ......................................................................... 12
7 FACULTY OF LAW........................................................................................ 15
8 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY .................................................. 19
9 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES ............................................................... 28
10 INSTITUTE OF EXTRA MURAL STUDIES ................................................... 34
13 ONLINE APPLICATION GUIDE .................................................................... 37
11 LIBRARY SERVICES .................................................................................... 38
14 FEES STRUCTURE 2022/2023 ..................................................................... 40
12 CONTACT DETAILS...................................................................................... 43
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2 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT NUL
2.1 Mission
To advance human development and to respond to national and regional needs
through knowledge creation, dissemination and community engagement, employing
technologically innovative strategies.
2.2 Vision
A vibrant African University, nurturing thought leaders.
2.3 Values
Our core values that provide a foundation for the University to fulfil its mission and
achieve its vision include: client centeredness, professionalism, ethical conduct,
innovativeness, diligence and social empathy.
2.4 Policy on Students with Disabilities

The University is committed to responding to the needs of students with disabilities. It
is required that disability is declared during the application process.
2.5 The Academic Year

NUL runs one academic year for both undergraduate and graduate studies. There are
two semesters in one academic year. This applies to both full and part-time
programmes. Examinations are normally written in December, May and
supplementary examinations in July.
2.6 Payment of Fees and Registration

Payment of fees at NUL is governed by the university financial regulations and
policies. ADM 4.01 stipulates that fees are payable in full, on or before the beginning
of the [given] academic year’s registration. Financial clearance is a pre-condition for
academic registration. Thus, no student will be allowed to register for studies, admitted
to residence or be allowed to attend classes until the University shall have received
proof of required payment of fees. Fees for any one academic term (of the two
semesters) must be paid in full or in instalments approved by the University
Management before the beginning of the term:
Payment of fees shall be made directly to the NUL Standard Lesotho Bank Account
No. 9080000439467and proof of payment must be presented to the relevant section
of Finance and Administration for financial clearance and to the relevant faculty for
academic registration.
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2.7 Accommodation in Halls of Residence during vacation
During short vacations, students who live a long way from home may apply to remain
in the Halls of Residence. Students will not normally be allowed to remain during long
vacations. Students who are writing supplementary examinations may be allowed into
residence one (1) week before the examinations. Any such stay in residence will be
charged at M100.00 per day.
2.8 Surcharge for damage or loss of University property

Students who damage or loose University property or equipment including Library
books or periodicals will be charged with the cost of repair or replacement.
2.9 Study Permit and Visa Requirements

Assistance with application for and inquiries regarding procedures for study permit and
visa requirements can be sought from the International Students Office of the Dean of
Students Affairs.
2.10 Students' Loan Bursaries

The University does not run any bursary scheme for students. The majority of local
students are sponsored by the Government of Lesotho through a loan bursary scheme
administered by the National Manpower Development Secretariat (NMDS).
Since 2010, NMDS shifted away from sponsoring every admissible student in favour
of a quota-based system. The University follows faculty-specific criteria to allocate the
given quota. Students without a bursary are admitted on a self-sponsoring basis and
they become personally responsible for payment of all mandatory fees.
Regardless of whether a student is sponsored or self-sponsoring, the

responsibility to pay all mandatory fees lies with such a student.
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2.11 FACULTIES / INSTITUTES WITHIN THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF
LESOTHO
Currently there are seven faculties and one institute as follows:
1. Faculty of Agriculture
2. Faculty of Education
3. Faculty of Health Sciences
4. Faculty of Humanities
5. Faculty of Law
6. Faculty of Science and Technology
7. Faculty of Social Sciences
8. Institute of Extra-Mural Studies (IEMS)
2.12 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION FOR HOLDERS OF A

LESOTHO GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
(LGCSE) AT THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO
GENERAL ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS INTO THE UNIVERSITY
2.12.1 PREAMBLE
A full time Bachelor’s Degree at the National University of Lesotho shall normally be
of a minimum of four (4) years duration.
The minimum admission requirements for the Bachelor degree for General
Certificate of Secondary Education (LGCSE) will be as follows:
 Applicants must have sat for a minimum of Six (6) subjects with an
achievement rating of C or better in four (4) subjects including English
Language
 D or better in the remaining two (2) subjects chosen from designed five subject
groups.
 An APS not exceeding 26
The minimum admission requirements for the Bachelor degree for COSC will be as
follows:
 Applicant must have sat for and passed six (6) subjects with four (4) credits
including English Language and two (2) passes
 1st Class or 2nd Class pass with an aggregate of not more than 34
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2.12.2 CALCULATION OF ADMISSION POINTS SCORE (APS)
The calculation of an APS score is based on a candidates’ achievement in six (6)

recognized LGCSE subjects. The University shall assign LGCSE eight-point rating
scale of achievement as shown in the table below.
Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education
Achievement Marks (per cent)
A* (1) 90 – 100
A (2) 80 – 89
B (3) 70 – 79
C (4) 60 – 69
D (5) 50 – 59
E (6) 40 – 49
F (7) 30 – 39
G (8) 0 – 29
A maximum of APS 26 is required for admission into the University.

The requirements for admission into various faculties are stated below.
2.13 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students who hold Matric results are requested to submit their transcripts
or results slips to Examination Council of Lesotho (ECOL) for the Council to evaluate
and convert their results to the local standards so that the University can assess them.
Applicants are strongly advised to evaluate their results before applying into the
University as the process usually takes time.
For further information on the matter contact: +266 22312880 (ECOL)
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2.14 REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLYING
i. An application fee of M350.00 (Local Students), M450-00 (International
Students) payed into Standard Lesotho Bank 9080001407356 and
attach a copy of the confirmation slip.
ii. 2 Academic Reference forms bearing stamp of previous school.
iii. Certified copy of passport or ID or any form of Identification showing
biographical data & expiry date
iv. Verified and certified copies of Educational Certificates/transcripts excluding
PSLE and JC Certificates.
v. Evaluation or Conversion certificate from Examination Council of Lesotho
(ECOL) for Matriculates. Any other foreign internationals who sat for GCSE e.g.
LGCSE, IGCSE or equivalent do not need to evaluate.
vi. A passport size photo.
2.15 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS

DEGREE:
Notwithstanding the information given above, detailed admission requirements are
obtained under specific Faculties and the Institute of Extra-Mural Studies.
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3 FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture is offered in the following areas of specialization:

 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics)
 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Extension)
 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Animal Science)
 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Crop Science)
 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Soil Science)
 Bachelor of Science in Consumer Sciences
Preamble
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with specialized Programmes
and BSc in Consumer Sciences shall normally be a 4-year Programme for direct entrants.
Applicants with Diploma in Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Forestry and Resource
Management, Home Economics or any other agriculture related diplomas obtained from an
institution recognized by NUL will start at Year II level.
Direct Entry
Requirements: For admissibility into Year 1, applicants must have:
 Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
 Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
 Obtained a D grade or better in English language.
 Obtained a C grade or better in either Biology or Physical Science.
 Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject
 Obtained a D grade or better in two (2) other subjects.
For ranking purposes Agriculture / Food and Nutrition / Fashion and Textile may be considered as
a second science for admission.
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Indirect Entry
Requirements: For admissibility into Year 2, applicants must have:
 At least Credit in Diploma in General Agriculture, Agricultural Education, Forestry and
Resource Management, Home Economics and other agriculture related diplomas obtained
from an institution recognized by NUL.
 Second Division of Secondary Teachers Certificate with Agriculture as a major subject.
 Any other qualification that may be approved by the Senate of the National University of
Lesotho from time to time.
 Candidates who qualify through the Diploma in Agriculture, Diploma in Forestry and
Resource Management or Diploma in Agricultural Education into specialized Agriculture
programmes shall be required to have taken and passed Mathematics at least C Grade at
Diploma Level.
3.1 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE
Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private Organizations as

Agriculturalists or Environmental Scientists, Food Security Officers, Forestry Officers, Senior
Officers (National Agriculture Research), Project Management Officers, Agricultural
Economists, Food System Economists, Monitoring and support Officers, Consultants, Lecturers at
institutions of Higher Learning. Economic planners, Extension Officers, Livestock Production
Officers, Agriculture journalists, Livestock Marketing.
3.2 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS)
Career Opportunities: Economic Planners, Extension Officers, Marketing Managers, Research

Analysts, Community Development Officers, Loan Officers, Agricultural Statisticians, Development
Project Manager/Coordinators, Socio-Economists, Policy Analysts, Commodities Traders, Farm
Managers, Agricultural Administrators, Lecturers/Teachers
3.3 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION)
Career Opportunities: Economic Planners, Extension Officers, Marketing Managers, Research

Analysts, Community Development Officers, Loan Officers, Agricultural Statisticians, Development
Project Manager/Coordinators, Socio-economists, Policy Analysts, Commodities Traders, Farm

Managers, Agricultural Administrators, Lecturers/Teachers, Agricultural Journalist, Agricultural
Broadcaster, Director of programmes, Public Relations Specialist and many more.
3.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (ANIMAL SCIENCE)
Career Opportunities: Production Manager (Livestock Production Officer, Farm Manager, Self-
Employment), Researcher (Nutrition, Breeding, Reproduction, Pastures, Ecology), Biological
Sciences, Teaching, Promotion and Marketing Managers, Entrepreneurship, Livestock Products,
Agricultural Chemicals, Animal Feed Industry, Livestock Marketing), Business (Banking and Credit
Institutions, Cooperatives), and Service (Meat and Dairy Processing, Consulting and Advisory.
3.5 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (CROP SCIENCE)
Career Opportunities: Agriculturalists, Extension Services, Farmers, Consultants, Researchers,

Marketing Officers, Teachers (at a Higher Level)
3.6 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (SOIL SCIENCE)
Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private Organizations as

Agriculturalists or Environmental Scientists: - remedial of contaminated soils, diagnose plant growth
Problems, irrigation, waste management, soil testing, consultancy on soil/land management, soil
fertility improvement and soil and water conservation, Lecturer at Higher Institutions of Learning.
3.7 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSUMER SCIENCES
Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private organizations such as:

Secondary/High School Teachers, College/University Lecturers, Nutritionists, Consumer
specialists, Textile Specialists, Researchers, Community Development Officers, Outreach Officers,
Commercial Food Service Operators, Food and Nutrition Consultants, Fashion Designers, Day
Care Centre Specialists, Nursery School Specialists, Utility Company Demonstrators, Dieticians
and Entrepreneurs.

4 FACULTY OF EDUCATION
4.1 DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION:

It is offered jointly by the Lesotho Agricultural College (LAC) and the National University of
Lesotho (NUL). Students take agriculture content from LAC in the first two years. Then they
take Education in the third year in the Faculty of Education.
Requirements for entry at Year 3 level: A pass at the end of the Year 2 from LAC.
Career Opportunities: Teachers of agriculture and related subjects in secondary and high
schools.
4.2 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.ED.) DIRECT - 4 YEARS
Preamble
Bachelor of Education shall normally be a 4-year programme for direct entrants and STC holders.
Applicants with Diploma in Education (Secondary) will start at Year 2 level.
Direct Entry Requirements

For admission into Year 1, applicants must have:
i. Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
ii. Obtained a C grade of better in at least four (4) subjects including English Language and at
least a D grade in two other subjects.
The entrance requirements for selected specialisations shall be:

1. Business Education
Applicants intending to take subjects in Business Education must have a C grade or better
in Mathematics.
2. English Language Education
Applicants intending to take English Language as a teaching subject must have a B grade
or better in English Language.

Indirect Entry Requirements
The normal requirements for applicants with a teaching qualification from Lesotho College of
Education (LCE) shall be:
 STC with at least a second class pass and two teaching subjects recognized by the
school system.
OR
 Diploma in Education (Secondary) with a least a second class pass and two teaching
subjects recognized by the school system.
Career Opportunities
Teaching two non-science subjects at secondary and high school levels, Subject specialist at the
National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC), Subject specialist at the Inspectorate, Head of
Department in a Secondary or High School, Deputy Principal in a Secondary or High School,
Principal in a Secondary or High School, Teaching Assistant/Assistant Lecturer at National
University of Lesotho, Special needs educator, psycho-social carer, educational psychologist,
educational counsellor, Run a full-time school, Run support afternoon/weekend lessons for pupils
who attend various schools and Run supplement support lessons/classes for supplementary or
part-time JC and LGCSE.
4.3 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (B.SC. ED.): DIRECT – 4 YEARS
Preamble
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) shall normally be a 4-year Programme for direct entrants and STC
holders. Applicants with a Diploma in Education (secondary) will start at Year 2 level.
Requirements
For entry into the Bachelor of Science degree, students must have:
 Obtained a B grade or better in Mathematics.
 Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or Physical Science.
 Obtained a D grade or better in English Language.
 Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
 Obtained a D or better in any other two subjects.

Teachers of Science and Mathematics in secondary and high schools; Curriculum Developers,
Subject specialists, Inspector of schools, subject specialists, Teacher/Educators/Lecturers in
institutions of Higher learning, Science Subject Advisors, Environmental Managers.
4.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (B.SC.ED.): INDIRECT - 4 YEARS
Requirements
 A Diploma in Education (secondary) holder from Lesotho College of Education (LCE) with at
least a second class pass and a major in two science subjects or mathematics and science
subjects recognised by the Lesotho school system. The applicant will enter the programme
as year two.
 Secondary Teachers Certificate (STC) from LCE holder with majors in science and
mathematics and at least a second class pass or pass with credit. The applicant will enter
the programme at year one.
Teachers of science and mathematics subjects in secondary and high schools, Curriculum
developers, Subject specialists, Inspectors of schools, Teacher/Educator/Lecturer in Institutions of
Higher Learning, science and mathematics subject Advisors, In-service Educators for mathematics
and science teachers and Environmental Managers.
4.5 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY) - 4 YEARS (PART-TIME)
Requirements
Diploma in Education (Primary) - DEP or the Diploma in Primary Education (DPE) offered by the
Lesotho College of Education (LCE), plus a minimum of 3 years teaching experience; any other
equivalent qualification as shall be determined by the Senate and must also be practicing teachers.
The part-time B. Ed. (Primary) is one of the programmes taken to address the primary school
teacher’s desire in Lesotho to upgrade themselves both academically and professionally. Primary
School Principal, Resource Teacher (DRT), Education Officer (DRT), Primary School Teacher.

5 FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
5.1 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN GENERAL NURSING AND MIDWIFERY – 5 YEARS
Preamble
Bachelor of Science in General Nursing and Midwifery shall normally be a 5-year programme for
direct entrants.

For entry into the Bachelor of Science in General Nursing and Midwifery, students must have:
 Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
 Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
 Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
 Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
 Sat for and passed a psychometric test
Can enrol for Postgraduate Diploma into Orthopaedic Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing,
Ophthalmic Nursing Oncology Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Gynae Nursing, and Theatre
Techniques. Pursue Master’s Degree in Public Health, Community Health, Maternal and Child
Health, Medical Surgical Nursing etc. Pursue Doctor of Nursing, Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing.
Private Practice after gaining relevant working experience.
5.2. BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - 3 YEARS

The normal entry requirements for candidates shall be:
• Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent.
• Registration with Lesotho Nursing Council and one (1) year working experience as a Nurse.

• Midwifery qualification is compulsory for those who want to major in Community Health and
Primary Health Care Nursing.
Can establish and run own clinics (Private Practice), Manage Health Centres, work as Managers
and Directors of different programme e.g. EPI, PMTC, work as Nurse Educators, Clinical instructors
at Diploma levels or Assistant Lecturers. Can pursue Masters and Doctorate degrees in Nursing
Programmes.
5.3 BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS) - 5 YEARS
Preamble
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) shall normally be a 5-year programme for direct entrants.
Direct Entry Requirements: For entry into the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours).
Students must have:
 Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or Physical Science.
 Obtained a D or better in any other two subjects.
Pharmacist working in community, hospital and industrial pharmacy; can also work in academic and
in government agencies in positions concerned with the control and regulation of drugs.
5.4 BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS) - 4 YEARS

 A pass with credit in Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology.
OR

 A pass in International Baccalaureate (IB) examination in Chemistry and Biology and either
Physics or Mathematics with a score of at least four (4) higher level in Biology, and Chemistry
and three in either Mathematics or Physics at the same level.
OR
 A pass in advanced General Certificate of Education examination with a minimum aggregate
of 9 in Chemistry, Biology and either Mathematics or Physics.
Career Opportunities:
Pharmacist working in community, Hospital and industrial pharmacy; can also work in academic
and in government agencies in positions concerned with the control and regulation of drugs.
5.5 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH – 4 YEARS
Preamble
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health shall normally be a 4-year programme for direct
entrants.

For entry into the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health, students must have:
• Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
• Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
• Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
• Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
• Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
• Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
Career Opportunities: Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) officers in different organizations
e.g. mines, manufacturing & service industries, Environmental Engineers/Specialists,
Environmental Health consultants, Waste water specialists, Health, food and site inspectors,
Environmental pollution analysts, Environmental toxicologists, Solid and hazardous waste
management specialists, Climate change specialists, Environmental Health Impact Assessment
Specialists.

5.6 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH – 3 YEARS

• Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science degree from institutions recognized by NUL.
Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) officers in different organizations e.g. mines, manufacturing
& service industries, Environmental Engineers/Specialists, Environmental Health consultants,
waste water specialists, Health, food and site inspectors, Environmental pollution analysts,
Environmental toxicologists, solid and hazardous waste management specialists, climate change
specialists, Environmental Health Impact Assessment Specialists.
5.7 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION – 4 YEARS
Preamble
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition programme at NUL is unique and is divided into human nutrition
and food science. It shall normally be a 4-year programme for direct entrants.

For entry into the Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, students must have:
• Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations.
• Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics.
• Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or physical Science.
• Obtained a C grade or better in English Language.
• Obtained a C grade or better in one other subject.
• Obtained a D grade or better in any other two subjects.
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As nutritionists, graduates may find work in private practices, the food industry, non-governmental
organizations (NGOs) and government departments, in areas such as nutritional consulting,
nutrition information services, health promotion, health program planning and health policy. Clinical
Nutrition, Community Nutrition (Public Health Nutrition). As food Scientists, graduates may find work
in the food industry (Research & Development), research institutes and government departments,
in areas such as research, food and ingredient manufacturing, food safety, food analysis, sensory
evaluation and product development etc. Above all, the programme prepares the graduates to be
entrepreneurs.
5.8 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION - 3 YEARS
Indirect Entry
The normal requirements for applicants shall be:
• Diploma in Nutrition Science or equivalent,
• Bachelor of Science degree from recognized institutions by NUL.
As nutritionists, graduates may find work in private practices, the food industry, non-governmental
organizations (NGOs) and government departments, in areas such as nutritional consulting,
nutrition information services, health promotion, health program planning and health policy. Clinical
Nutrition, Community Nutrition (Public Health Nutrition). As food Scientists, graduates may find work
in the food industry (Research & Development), research institutes and government departments,
in areas such as research, food and ingredient manufacturing, food safety, food analysis, sensory
evaluation and product development etc. Above all, the programme prepares the graduates to be
entrepreneurs.

6 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
Sub-Degree Programmes
Candidates applying for sub-degree programmes are considered eligible for admission if they have:
 Obtained a D grade or better in at least five (5) subjects including English Language.
6.1 DIPLOMA IN SPIRITUAL CARE AND COUNSELING - 2 YEARS
Requirements
LGCSE or its equivalent in the 3rd class pass; a pass in English Language; Aggregate not exceeding
40 in the best 5 passed subjects.
Pastoral Careers, Peacemakers, Champions of Human Rights, Theologians, Ethicist, Community
Leaders, General Counsellor, Pastoral Careers, Project Manager, HIV & Aids Counsellor, School
Counsellors, Community Leaders, Ethicists, Consultants, Children Counsellors, Marriage and
Family Therapists.
6.2 DIPLOMA IN APPLIED PHILOSOPHY AND PUBLIC ETHICS – 2 YEARS
Requirements
LGCSE or its equivalent in the 3rd class pass; a pass in English Language; Aggregate not exceeding
40 in the best 5 passed subjects.
Ethics Compliance Officers, Corporate Ethics Advisers, Health Research Ethics coordinators,
Ethics and Professionalism Officers and Critical Thinkers. Pastoral Careers, Peacemakers,
Champions of Human Rights, Theologians, Ethicist, Community Leaders, General Counsellor,
Pastoral Careers, Project Manager, HIV & Aids Counsellor, School Counsellors, Community
Leaders, Ethicists, Consultants, Children Counsellors, Marriage and Family Therapists.
6.3 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMANITIES (DIRECT) – 4 YEARS
Entry Requirements
For admissibility into Year 1, applicants must have:
 Obtained a C grade or better in at least four (4) subjects including English Language
 Obtained at least a D-grade in two other subjects.
Journalist, Development Planner, Project Manager, Project Appraiser, Project Educator,
Theologian, Diplomat, Translator, Interpreter, Editor, French Teacher, Lecturer. Working with
NGO’s, UN Organizations, in the Private and Governmental Sectors as well as International
Organizations. In Tourism as Tourist Guides and as Bilingual Secretaries in Business.
6.4 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMANITIES (INDIRECT) - 3 YEARS
Requirements:
Pass with credit in Diploma in Pastoral Care and Counselling and Diploma in Applied Philosophy
and Public Ethics.
Journalist, Development Planner, Project Manager, Project Appraiser, Project Educator,
Theologian, Diplomat, Translator, Interpreter, Editor, French Teacher, Lecturer. Working with
NGO’s, UN Organizations, in the Private and Governmental Sectors as well as International
Organizations. In Tourism as Tourist Guides and as Bilingual Secretaries in Business.
6.5 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SPIRITUAL CARE AND COUNSELING DIRECT- 4 Y

Requirements:
LGCSE or its equivalent in the 1st or 2nd class. 4 credits including English Language, and a
minimum aggregate of 34 OR APS 26 for the best passed six subjects.
6.6 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SPIRITUAL CARE AND COUNSELING INDIRECT - 3

YEARS
Requirements
Pass with credit in Diploma in Pastoral care and Counselling.
General Counsellors, Pastoral Carers, Community Leaders, Pastoral Careers, Project Manager,
HIV & Aids Counsellor, School Counsellors, Community Leaders, Ethicists, Consultants, Children
Counsellors, Marriage and Family Therapists.

6.7 B.A. PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY AND APPLIED ETHICS (DIRECT) – 4 YEARS
Requirements
 Obtained a C grade or better in at least four (4) subjects including English Language
 Obtained at least a D-grade in two other subjects.
6.8 B.A. PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY AND APPLIED ETHICS (INDIRECT) – 3 YEARS
Requirements
 Candidates who have successfully completed Diploma in Applied Philosophy and Public
Ethics shall be considered for admission. Such candidates when admitted will start their
programme at the second year level of this programme.
 Candidates who come from other institutions and who in the opinion of the Department
hold equivalent qualification. The candidates will either be admitted into either the First
Year or Second Year level depending on the individual case as recognised by the
Department of Philosophy.
Ethics Compliance Officers, Corporate Ethics Advisers, Health Research Ethics Coordinators,
Ethics and Professionalism Officers, Environmental Ethics consultants and Critical Thinkers.

7 FACULTY OF LAW
7.1 BACHELOR OF LAWS (L.L.B.)
Preamble
The Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) is offered under 3 modes:
 Mode 1- LL.B. 5-year programme
Mode 1 – LL.B. 5-year programme
The normal requirements for entry into the LL.B. 5-year programme are:
 Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE or COSC examination
 LGCSE or equivalent with at least four subjects passed with a C-grade and two other
subjects passed with at least a D- grade.
 A minimum of a C-grade in English Language.
 A total not exceeding 26 Average Point Score (APS) is the acceptable achievement
of a candidate.
Mode 2 – LL.B. 3-year Programme

A Bachelors’ Degree from any other discipline with at least a Second Class Second-Division Pass.
Mode 3 – LL.B. 2-year Programme

BA Law with a minimum of PASS
7.2 CERTIFICATE IN PENSION LAW

The programme is a Certificate in Pension Law at Level 5 of the Lesotho Qualification Framework
(LQF) and Level 5 of SADC Qualifications Framework (SADCQF).

Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements into the certificate programme will be based on one of the
following:
 A COSC, LGCSE, Matric or equivalent certificate plus two years’ relevant work
experience; or
 Recognition of prior learning.
Duration
It shall normally extend over a minimum of three (3) months. Notwithstanding the generality of
the foregoing, the Faculty may, with the approval of Senate, agree to an extension for a specific
period, not exceeding a full academic year. The programme comprises of ten (10) courses that
are taught during (10) ten intensive days over a period of (3) months. The days are broken
down as follows: 4 days in the first month, 3 days in the second month and 3 days in the last
month.
Mode of Learning
The courses will combine theory and practice in the form of case studies. Students are expected
to read on their own. Lectures are conducted in a structured but discursive manner allowing for
questions and discussions. Practical examples are routinely considered with reference to case
law, experience from the industry and other available resources.
Course Rationale
The programme helps students to develop their understanding of pension law and practice
through case studies. It addresses key issues in the business of pension fund, including rights
and obligations of pension beneficiaries; the nature of different types and categories of pension
funds as well as the administration; fund governance; management and regulation of pension
funds as well as financial institutions. The programme enables students to apply this knowledge
and competence in their workplace. The programme enables participants to collate, analyze
and synthesize with issues relating to death and disability benefits distribution, deductions of

benefits, and protection of benefits by pension funds. It also enables participants to identify
issues which arise in pension fund business and apply legal principles covered in the
programme to those issues in order to advise on appropriate courses of action to be taken in a
practical setting.
Legal practice, judicial office, prosecutor ship, lecturing, conveyancing, notarial practice, legal
consultancy, corporate legal advice etc.
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO LEGAL AID CLINIC

‘Access to Justice for All’
Background
The legal aid clinic is a non-profit law practice aimed at serving the public interest. Legal aid
clinics originated as a method of practical legal training for the law school students but grew
to encompass the access to justice component, with provision of free professional legal
services to the indigent in communities as well as influencing policy and developing future
legal aid and civil rights lawyers. In the academic context, the legal aid clinic provides hands
on experience to law students who assist with the provision of legal services to various
indigent clients, although they carry this mandate under supervision. One of the critical roles
of the clinic is to address grave inequalities in society that affect the social wellbeing of people
and interact with clients to solve their problems.
There is limited access to justice in Lesotho owing to poverty and the rapid spread of HIV
and AIDS that has left many Basotho even poorer and vulnerable. Recent reports have
shown that most people cannot afford basic needs like food, water and electricity. This fact
coupled with lack of legal awareness is a serious impediment to accessing justice because
enforcement of rights is dependent on both awareness of the existence of the rights and the
appropriate avenues for redress. Despite efforts by the government to address this dilemma
through the establishment of a national legal aid system, there is still a vast majority of
Basotho who do not have access to justice

What we do
The NUL legal Aid Clinic was established in 2003 but was launched officially on the 07 th
September 2013 by the Faculty of Law in collaboration with Human Rights Development
Initiative (HRDI), based in Pretoria.
The purpose of the legal aid clinic is two pronged. Primarily, the clinic is established to equip
law students with practical lawyering skills.
Secondly, it is meant to provide professional legal services to people from poor and
disadvantaged groups to fair, effective and accountable mechanisms of justice for the
protection of their rights. The groups include the elderly, the disabled, children, prisoners;
HIV and AIDS affected and infected individuals, women, and LGBTIS.
Besides legal services, there will be other non-legal aid services that will be rendered by the
clinic
Structure
The legal aid clinic forms part of the Faculty of Law and is duly certified by the Law Society
of Lesotho.
The staff within the clinic report to the Head of Department of Procedural and Adjectival Law
in the Faculty of Law and to a Management Committee on their community service. They are
accountable to the Faculty Board of the Faculty of Law and to the Law Society of Lesotho.
Contact us:
Physical Address: National University of Lesotho, Roma Campus
Tel: 22340601 (ext. 3679)/52213679
Email : nullac@nul.ls
Postal Address: P.O. Box Roma 180
Maseru 100, Lesotho

8 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Preamble
The Faculty of Science and Technology offers two types of B.Sc. degrees to students undertaking
its programmes. These are the single major degrees (taken in a single subject) and the double
major degrees with various combinations of Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics,
Computer Science, Physics, and Statistics. The Faculty also offers Bachelor of Engineering and
Bachelor of Science degrees in the following areas of specialization:
I. B.Eng. in Computer Systems and Networks

II. B.Eng. in Electronics
III. B.Sc. in Chemical Technology
IV. B.Sc. in Information Systems
V. B.Sc. in Biotechnology
VI. B.Sc. in Environmental Science
8.2 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BSc. General – 8 SEMESTERS (4 YEARS)
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) shall normally be an 8-semesters (4-years) Programme for
direct entrants and 6-semesters (3-years) for indirect entrants.
 Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE examinations or its equivalent.
 Obtained a C grade or better in Biology or Physical Science or other recognised basic
sciences subjects.
 Obtained a C grade or better in the other two subjects.
 Obtained a D grade or better in the remaining subjects.
Ranking
For purposes of admissions, students will be ranked according to the total point score using the
points scored in the following subjects:
 Mathematics.
 One Science subject (Biology or Physical Science or Other science subjects).
 Second Science subject or English Language (whichever is better).
In case of a tie, the APS and/or other criterion (decided by the admission’s committee) will be used.
Students will be admitted on merit.

For candidates with Certificate or Diploma qualifications from other institutions of higher learning,
eligibility for admission and the entry point into the program applied for will, in each case, be
determined by the department concerned.
8.2.3.1 BIOLOGY
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY (single or double major) – 8 SEMESTER (4

YEARS)
Career opportunities opened up by a degree in Biology are in the following fields:

Animal Behaviour, Biochemistry, Biodiversity Conservation, Biology Education, Botany,
Ecology, Entomology, Horticultural science, Veterinary science, Food science, Sports
science, Genetics, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Zoology, Medicine, Dentistry, Aquatic
Biology, Limnology, Aquaculture, Epidemiology, Bioinformatics and Evolutionary Biology.
Requirements: Successful completion of BSc - General semesters 1 and 2 (Year I).
b) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY – 9 SEMESTERS (4 ½ YEARS)
Career opportunities include: Quality control management in food, pharmaceutical and

other allied industries; Water quality management; Genetic engineering and tissue culturing
in research institutions; Bioprocess engineering in various industries, waste treatment plants
and fuel production plants; Genetic counselling and gene therapy; DNA Analysis in forensic
laboratories; Biotechnology Business: e.g. manufacturing and selling of biotechnology
derived-products.
Requirements: Successful completion of semesters 3 and 4 (Year II) of the B.Sc.

programme in the subject combination of Biology and Chemistry.
8.2.3.2 CHEMISTRY
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY (single or double major) – 8 SEMESTERS

(4 YEARS)
Studying chemistry does not limit you to a career in a laboratory it can lead to many different
careers across a wide range of sectors. The main employers of chemistry graduates are in
the chemical and related industries, such as food industry, agrochemicals, metallurgical,
petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics and polymers, cosmetics/toiletries.
Career Opportunities: Jobs that are directly related to a degree in chemistry include:
Chemists, Academic/researcher, Research and development chemists, Analytical chemists,

Scientific laboratory technician, Toxicologist, Forensic scientist Clinical scientist,
Environmental consultant, Quality control chemist, etc.
As a chemistry graduate you can also undertake further study at Masters or PhD level to
increase your knowledge of one of the branches studied during your degree, such as organic,
inorganic, physical, analytical, or environmental chemistry. You may also specialise in areas
of applied chemistry such as chemical informatics or biochemistry, forensic, toxicology,
nanotechnology pharmacology, material science, etc.
Requirements: Successful completion of BSc. General - Semesters 1 and 2 (Year I).
b) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY – 9 SEMESTERS (4 ½

YEARS)
The employment world for chemical technology professionals can be divided into five main
sectors: industry, academia, government, non-profit, and entrepreneurship.
Career opportunities include but are not limited to the following: Academic/Teaching,
Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Agro Chemistry, Geochemistry, Environmental
Monitoring and Policy, Occupational Health and Safety, Textile industry, Metallurgy,
Ceramic, Paper, Oil and Plastic industry, Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverages Industry,
Government Science Development and Policy, Mining Industry, Forensic Science,
Toxicology, Military, Research and Development Consultancy, etc.
Requirements: Successful completion of BSc General Semester 1 and 2 (Year I).
8.2.3.3 COMPUTER SCIENCE
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (double major) – 8 SEMESTERS

(4 YEARS)
Career Opportunities include: Software developer/Engineer, Database administrator,

Information security specialist, Network Administrator, Web developer/designer, Artificial
intelligence and machine learning engineer, Organizational Technology Infrastructure
Manager, User Interface Designer, Mobile application designer or developer, Computer
science trainer, Computer science researcher, Consultant.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. General – Semester 1 and 2 (Year I)
b) BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (B.ENG.) IN COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND

NETWORKS - 5 YEARS

Career Opportunities: Computer systems engineer, Networks engineer, Network
administrator, Network security specialist, Software engineer, Technical problem solver,
Telecommunications engineer, Database Administrator, Cyber security analyst, Cloud
computing engineer, Software quality assurance manager, Organizational technology
infrastructure manager, Computer engineering trainer, Network consultant, Researcher.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. - Semesters 3 and 4 (Year II) in Physics

and Computer Science at NUL or its equivalent. Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering,
Electrical and Electronic Engineering or their equivalent from other institutions recognized
by NUL Senate (normally admitted at Year II)
8.2.3.4 GEOGRAPHY
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES – 8 SEMESTERS (4

YEARS)
Career opportunities: Environmental Science career opportunities lie in sectors such as

Academia, Entrepreneurship, Government, Private Sector and NGOs. Specifically, an
environmentalist can work as an Environmental Manager, Land and Water Resource
Specialist, Natural Resource Manager, Geographical Information Systems Specialist,
Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist, Environmental Consultant etc.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. General Semesters 1 and 2 or its equivalent

from other institutions recognized by NUL Senate.
8.2.3.5 MATHEMATICS
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS (single or double major) – 8

SEMESTERS (4 YEARS)
Career opportunities: A degree in Mathematics leads to a career in various fields which

includes; Data Science, Data Analytics, Biomathematics, Risk Analysis, Investment Analysis,
Quantitative Analysis, Cryptography and Information Security, Coding Theory, Machine
Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics of Finance, Financial Engineering, Teaching
and many more.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. General Semesters 1 and 2 or its equivalent

from other institutions recognized by NUL Senate.
8.2.3.6 PHYSICS
a) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHYSICS (single or double major) – 8 SEMESTERS (4

YEARS)

Career Opportunities: Solar Energy, Material Science, Medical Imaging,
Instrumentation, Laboratories (National, Industrial & Private), Meteorology, Modelling
Techniques, Serves as a base for several Allied fields in Science and Engineering
(e.g. Medical Physics; Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical); etc.
Entry Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. General Semesters 1 and 2 or its

equivalent from other institutions recognized by NUL Senate.
b) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (ELECTRONICS) - 8 SEMESTERS (4 YEARS)
Career Opportunities: Telecommunications, Electronic Device Industry, National Industrial

and Private Laboratories.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. Year II in Physics and Mathematics of NUL

and its equivalent.
c) BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (B. ENG. IN ELECTRONICS) – 10

SEMESTERS (5 YEARS)
Career Opportunities: Electronic Engineer, Telecommunications Companies (e.g.

Vodacom, Telecom, Econet); Embedded Systems Design, Computer Engineering,
Engineering Management, Instrumentation, Control Systems Design, Image Analysts &
Video Techniques, Simulations, Communications Networks, Radio and TV Broadcasting,
Electronics parts repair Industry.
Requirements: Successful completion of B.Sc. Year II in Physics and Computer Science of

NUL or its equivalent, Diploma in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering.
8.2 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN STATISTICS – 8 SEMESTERS (4 YEARS)
Requirements
sciences subjects.
 Obtained a D grade or better in the remaining two subjects.
Ranking

For purposes of admissions, students will be ranked according to the total point score using
the points scored in the following subjects:
 Mathematics.
 One Science subject (Biology or Physical Science or Other science subjects). In this case,
Computer Science or its equivalent is taken as a basic science subject.
In case of a tie, the APS and/or other criterion (decided by the admission’s committee) will
be used. Students will be admitted on merit.
High employment prospects in almost all sectors of the economy be it in government, private,
non-governmental and international organizations in areas requiring application of statistical
methods for problem solving and modelling of data in order to produce information to inform policy
and decision making at both National and International Levels.
8.3 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS – 8 SEMESTERS (4

YEARS)
Requirements
science subjects.
Ranking
 Mathematics.
 One Science subject (Biology or Physical Science or Other science subjects). In this
case, Computer Science or its equivalent is taken as a basic science subject.
In case of a tie, the APS and/or other criterion (decided by the admission’s committee) will be
used. Students will be admitted on merit.

Business Applications Developer, Business/ Systems Analyst, , Database Administrator, e-
Business Analyst, Enterprise Resource Planning Specialist, Information Systems Auditing and
Compliance Specialist, Information Technology Architect, Information Asset Manager,
Information Technology Operations Manager, Information Technology Security and Risk
Manager, Project and Program Manager, User Interface Designer, Web Content Manager,
Information Technology Governance Specialist, Enterprise Architect., Information Systems
Manager, Researcher, Information Systems Trainer, Consultant.
8.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (SINGLE MAJOR) - 4 YEARS
Requirements:
science subjects.
 Obtained a C grade or better in other two subjects.
Ranking
 Mathematics.
 One Science subject (Biology or Physical Science or Other science subjects). In this
case, Computer Science or its equivalent is taken as a basic science subject.
In case of a tie, the APS and/or other criterion (decided by the admission’s committee) will
be used. Students will be admitted on merit.
8.5. BACHELOR OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING (BURP)
Requirements:
For entry into the BURP degree, students must have:
 Obtained a C grade or better in Mathematics (candidates with a D grade will be required
to enrol for, and successfully complete Mathematics Bridging Programme).
 Obtained a C grade or better in English Language (candidates with a D grade will be
required to enrol for, and successfully complete English Language Bridging Programme).
 Obtained a C grade or better in other two subjects.
Ranking:
For purposes of admissions, students will be ranked according to the Admission Point Score (APS),
using the points scored in the following subjects:
 Mathematics.
 English Language Second Science subject or English Language (whichever is better).
 Any other four subjects.
8.6. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
Requirements:
For entry into the Bachelor of Science in Human Geography degree, students must have:
 Obtained a D grade or better in Mathematics.
 Obtained a C grade or better in English Language (candidates with a D grade will be
required to enrol for, and successfully complete English Language Bridging Programme).
 Obtained a C grade or better in other three subjects.
 Obtained a D grade or better in the remaining subjects.
Ranking:
For purposes of admissions, students will be ranked according to the Admission Point Score (APS),
using the points scored in the following subjects:
 Mathematics.
 English Language Second Science subject or English Language (whichever is better).
 Any other four subjects.
8.7 MATHEMATICS BRIDGING PROGRAMME
 The faculty offers a bridging programme, through the Department of Mathematics and
Computer Science, to students who meet all other requirements of the Programmes (BSc –
General, BSc. Computer Science, BSc. Information Systems, BSc. Statistics, BSc.
Education and B. Pharm) but has a C grade in LGCSE Mathematics or its equivalent.
 The Faculty offers the Mathematics Bridging Programme, through the Department of
Mathematics and Computer Science, to students who meet other minimum requirements of

the Programmes of Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (BURP) but has a D grade in
LGCSE Mathematics or its equivalent.
NOTE: This programme is only offered in the case where the quotas for the above
mentioned programmes were not filled during the first round of admissions.

9 FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
Preamble
The Faculty of Social Sciences offers a number of degree programmes. These are normally
of four (4) year duration for direct entrants
9.1 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

9.1.1 Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
9.1.2 Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing
9.1.3 Bachelor of Human Resources Management

To be considered for admission, candidates must have:
 sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE Examination
 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of a “C” or better in four
subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
 A “D” or better in the remaining two subjects.

 Diploma in Business Management of the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) with at least
a pass with credit.
OR
 Licensed Accountant of the Centre for Accounting Studies (CAS) with at least a “D” in LGCSE
Mathematics and English Language.
Accountancy, Taxation, Insurance, Auditing, Financial Planning, Banking Business, Imports and
Exports, Marketing and Sales, Commercial Law, Actuarial Science, Information Systems, Office
Management and Technology, Administration and Organizational Psychology. Most importantly is
to be an entrepreneur.

9.2 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS
The Bachelor of Arts in Economics is offered with three subject’s combinations called minors:
9.2.1 Economics with minor in Business Administration
9.2.2 Economics with minor in Mathematics
9.2.3 Economics with minor in Statistics

 Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE Examination
 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of a “C” or better in four subjects
including English Language and Mathematics.
Indirect entry
 Diploma in Business Management of the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) with a pass
with Distinction.
Or
 Diploma in Business Management of the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) with a credit
pass and have a minimum of a “C” in Quantitative Techniques and Business Statistics.
Career Opportunities: Economics graduates are employed in the Public Sector, in the Private
Sector, the Financial Sector and in International Organizations, as Researchers, Finance and
Investment Analysts, Policy Analysts, Economic Planners, Managers, Bankers, Insurance Officers.
Others are Self-Employed as Consultants and Entrepreneurs.
9.3 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN SOCIOLOGY

To be considered for admission, candidates must have sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in
LGCSE Examination
 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of C or better in four subjects
including English Language.

Employed in Public, Private, Civil Society, and International Organizations as Senior Analysts and
Administrators, Graduates are also employed in institutions of Higher Learning to pursue Teaching
and Research Careers.
9.4 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
Requirements:
To be considered for admission candidates must have:

 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of C or better in four
subjects including English Language.
Non-government organizations dealing with development and environment, Organizations dealing

with conservations (both public and private), Environmental consultancies, Private estate
development agencies, International aid and development agencies, Cartographic and mapping
organizations.
9.5 BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

 A minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE Examination
 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of C or better in four subjects
including English Language.
 A ‘D’ or better in the remaining two subjects.

 A candidate who holds a minimum of a credit pass in the Diploma/Advanced Diploma in
Social Work from a recognized institution shall start in the second year of the 4 –year
programme.
 A candidate who holds a pass with credit in the advanced Diploma in Social Work from a
recognized institution shall start in the Third year of the 4-year programme.
Social Worker, Probation Officer, Medical/Psychiatric Social Worker, Child Welfare Officer,
Residential Social Welfare Manager/Officer (institutions for children in need of care, older persons,
people with disabilities), social worker in refugee settings, Industrial Social Work/Employee Welfare
and Counselling, Social Welfare/Development Policy Analyst, and management of NGOs.
9.5 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
9.6 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE
9.7 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE (DOUBLE MAJOR)
9.8 BACHELOR OF ARTS PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (DOUBLE MAJOR)
The requirements below apply to all the above four (4) Programs.
 LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of a “C” or better in four
subjects including English Language.
Indirect Entry
 Diploma in Public Administration of Lesotho Institute of Public Administration and
Management (LIPAM) with at least a Pass with Credit.

Employed in Public, Private, Civil Society, and International Organizations as Analysts and
Administrators, Graduates are also employed in Institutions of Higher Learning to pursue
Teaching and Research Careers.
10. BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DEMOGRAPHY AND STATISTICS (DOUBLE

MAJOR)

• Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE Examination
• LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of a “C” or better
in four subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
• A “D” or better in the remaining two subjects.
• A maximum Admission Point Score (APS) of 26 in the best six (6) passed
subjects.
Candidates with Certificate in Statistics from NUL, equivalent qualification or

Diploma in Statistics from other institutions of higher learning recognised by the NUL
Senate are considered admissible into the programme if:
• They have passed with a credit or higher.

• They have obtained a pass and have subsequently acquired a minimum of
two years relevant working experience after graduating.
High employment prospects in almost all sectors of the economy that is in government,
private, non-governmental and international organizations in areas requiring application of
demographic and statistical methods to produce information that informs policy and
decision making at both National and International Levels.

11. CERTIFICATE IN STATISTICS
This is normally a two (2) year programme for qualifying candidates.
Requirements
• Sat for a minimum of six (6) subjects in LGCSE Examination
• Obtained a maximum APS of 23 in the best five (5) passed subjects
• LGCSE or its equivalent with a minimum achievement rating of a “C” or better
in three subjects including Mathematics.
• A “D” or better in English Language.
• An “E” or better in the remaining subject.
High employment prospects in almost all sectors of the economy that is in government,
private, non-governmental and international organizations in areas requiring middle
manpower skills in statistics for producing information to inform policy and decision making
at both National and International Levels.
Self-development Opportunity
Any graduate from the Certificate in Statistics, who had an overall performance of a credit or
higher has an opportunity to join BA Double Major in Statistics and Demography degree
programme.

10 INSTITUTE OF EXTRA MURAL STUDIES
12.1 MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the Institute of the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) is to bring the University
to the people and the people to the university by using facilities and resources of the University, for
the education of the out-of-school population of Lesotho and for its economic, social and cultural
development. It endeavours to do this in consultation with the appropriate parastatals, academic
faculties and private sector institutions.
To this end, the Institute aims at encouraging, assisting and coordinating the efforts of the academic
faculties and departments in all forms of University extension.
All programmes are offered on a part-time basis.
MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR HOLDERS OF: LESOTHO GENERAL

CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (LGCSE), CAMBRIDGE OVERSEAS SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE (LGCSE) AND GENERAL SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (GCE).
Admission requirements for LGCSE holders will be based on the candidates’ achievement on
subjects of interest in different programmes.
12.2 DIPLOMA IN ADULT EDUCATION (3 YEARS)
Minimum Admission Requirements

 LGCSE with a minimum achievement rating of D (50-59) in four subjects from at least four
groups including English Language plus a minimum of two years’ experience in formal or
non-formal education/community development programmes; OR
 LGCSE 3rd Division or above, with a pass in English Language and two years’ experience
in formal or non-formal education/community development programmes; OR
 COSC 3rd Class with English LANGUAGE (7) + 3 passes in any 3 subjects
 GCE with a pass in English Language and three (3) credits in any other subjects plus twoyear
experience in formal or non-formal education/community development programmes.
 Prior learning and work experience relevant to Adult Education will be an added advantage
Field Worker, Community Extension Educator, Assistant Researcher, Human Resource Manager
(basic), Conflict and Resolution Manager, Crime Prevention Manager, Leadership Skills Manager,
Change Agent Manager, Legal Advisor. On completion of the diploma can apply to enrol for a
degree in Adult Education.

12.3 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN ADULT EDUCATION – 4 YEARS
Requirements
 Diploma in Adult Education with a credit pass or
 its equivalent qualification obtained from NUL or any other University recognized by NUL
Senate.
 A pass grade in Diploma with at least a WPA of 50% plus 2 years’ work experience in formal
or non-formal education after graduation may be considered for admission.
 A relevant degree in any discipline from NUL or any other university recognized by NUL
Senate with at least a second class (lower division);
OR
 In exceptional cases, a holder of a pass in degree in any field with a three-year post-
graduation work experience may be accepted after they take and pass a prepared entrance
examination.
Trainer, Facilitator, Projects Monitor and Implementer, Non-formal Educator, Researcher, Human
Resource Manager, Change Agent, Community Extension Educator.
12.4 DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT (3 YEARS)
Minimum Admission Requirements – Direct Entry

 LGCSE with a minimum of six subjects from at least four groups. Candidates should have
at least attained a minimum achievement rating of D (50-59) in both English Language and
Mathematics. The minimum achievement rating in the other subjects should be E (40-49).
Other equivalent qualifications recognized by the National University of Lesotho will also be
considered;
OR
 GCE with Pass in Mathematics and English Language. Other equivalent qualifications
recognized by the National University of Lesotho will also be considered;
Accountant, Human Resources Manager, Researcher, Industrial Relations Manager, Insurance
Manager, Marketing Manager.

12.5 BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP – 4 YEARS

 NUL Diploma in Business Studies/Diploma in Management passed with Distinction or Credit
OR
 Other equivalent Diplomas recognized by the National University of Lesotho will also be
considered.
Researcher, Human Resource Manager, Entrepreneur (self-employed), Accountant, Auditor, Bank
Manager, can enrol for further Professional Qualifications or Post-Graduate Studies.
12.6 DIPLOMA IN MASS COMMUNICATION (DMC) – 3 YEARS

 A Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education (LGCSE) with an achievement rating
of D (50-59) or better in 4 subjects including English Language and Sesotho Language or
alternative language;
OR
 A Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (LGCSE) with an achievement rating of D (7) or
better in 4 subjects including English Language and Sesotho Language or alternative
language;
OR
 Anyone with a GCE pass and who at least in the last five (5) years has been working in the
field of journalism. This category of candidates shall take and pass an English proficiency
test before consideration for admission;
OR
 Other alternative qualifications recognized by the NUL University.
Journalist, Photographer, Graphic Designs, Public Relations, Publishing, Information and
Communications, Advertising and Marketing.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON IEMS PROGRAMMES, PLEASE CONTACT:

The Senior Assistant Registrar (SAR) IEMS,
P/BAG A 47 MASERU 100 Tel: +266 22322038
E-mail- info@nul.ls Website: www.nul.ls
13 ONLINE APPLICATION GUIDE
For a more detailed Guide on online application go to the website, www.nul.ls
Step 1
Go to the National University of Lesotho website – www.nul.ls
Step 2
Go to “STUDY AT NUL” then to “APPLY ONLINE”
Step 3
Go to “Admission Year” and select the “Academic Year” 2022/2023.
Step 4
Go to “Programme”, select the Programme you wish to apply for then click on “Apply”.
Step 5
Proceed with the Student Personal Details, fill in all the blank spaces with relevant
information. Blanks whereby an attachment is required, click “Choose File” then select the
file you wish to attach and click “Open”, the file will be uploaded onto the Application Form.
Step 6
After filing all the blank spaces with correct information and uploading all the required
attachments, click on “Proceed” at the bottom of the Application Form.

11 LIBRARY SERVICES
The hub of the NUL Library and Information Services is located in the Thomas Mofolo Library
building on the main campus at Roma.
The NUL Library plays a central role in ensuring the fulfilment of core academic initiatives, of the
University. The Library strives to provide a dynamic information service to its clientele in order to
give a practical meaning to the university’s purpose as a centre of excellence in learning, teaching
and research.
Whereas NUL Library and information services operate an open door policy whereby “walk-in” users
may enter reading rooms, only eligible users may borrow items and get passwords to access e-
resources from the Internet. Those entitled to the mentioned privileges comprise:
 Bona fide students of the university

 Any staff member of the University as defined in the appropriate University statutes
 Any extra-mural member approved by the Library Board
 Visiting research fellows and/or professors
Others may make the necessary arrangements with the Library authorities.
The NUL Library comprises the Thomas Mofolo Library as the main Library at Roma Campus; and
the site Libraries at the Institute of Extra Mural Studies (IEMS) in Maseru. IEMS has branches in
Mahobong, Mohale’s Hoek and Thaba –Tseka. The Library offers a mobile library service to these
IEMS emerging sites. The Branch Library of IEMS and the mobile are primarily for IEMS students
and teaching staff.
At the main Library in Roma Campus the opening hours are as follows:
During term
Monday to Friday - 09.30 – 22.30hrs
Saturdays - 09.00 – 1700 hrs
Sundays - 19.00 – 22.30hrs
NB: Circulation desk closes at 22.30 hrs and archives desk closes at 20.00hrs.

Out of term
Mondays to Fridays - 08.30 – 17.00hrs
Saturdays - Closed
Sundays - Closed
Public Holidays - Closed
Opening hours at IEMS are as follows:
During Term
Mondays – Fridays - 08.00 – 19.00hrs
Saturdays - 09.30- 17.30hrs
Sundays - 09.30 – 17.30hrs
Out of Term
Mondays – Fridays - 08.30 – 17.00hrs
Saturdays - Closed
Sundays - Closed
Public Holidays - Closed
For more detailed information, please refer to the Library booklet on rules and regulations.
Contacts:
Roma: 22340601 ext. 3404, 7023
22340468
IEMS Maseru: 22322038
Mohale’s Hoek: 22785423
Thaba-Tseka: 11900402

14 FEES STRUCTURE 2022/2023
Tuition Fees
Local & SADC

FACULTY/PROGRAMME Students International Students
2022-2023 2022-2023
IEMS-ODL
Diploma Adult Education 7,810.00 10,420.00
Diploma Business Management 9,220.00 12,290.00
Diploma Mass Communication 12,970.00 17,290.00
Bachelor of Education (Adult Education) 15,840.00 21,120.00
BA Business Entrepreneurship 16,780.00 22,440.00
MA Adult Education 17,050.00 22,770.00
AGRICULTURE
Diploma Animal Health 24,760.00 33,070.00
BSc Consumer Science 30,400.00 37,250.00
BSc Agricultural Economics 30,400.00 37,250.00
BSc Agricultural Extension 30,400.00 37,250.00
BSc Animal Science 30,400.00 37,250.00
BSc Crop Science 30,400.00 37,250.00
BSc Soil Science 30,400.00 37,250.00
MSc Agriculture 30,460.00 40,650.00
PhD Agriculture 30,460.00 40,650.00
EDUCATION
Diploma Agricultural Education 24,760.00 33,070.00
Higher Diploma in Education (Primary) 14,540.00 19,400.00
Bachelor of Education 24,740.00 33,000.00
BSc Education 30,400.00 40,550.00
B.Ed. Primary (part-time) 17,890.00 23,870.00
PGDE (part time) 20,020.00 26,730.00
MA Ed / M Ed (part-time) 20,020.00 26,730.00
MSc Education 30,460.00 40,650.00
PhD Education 30,460.00 40,650.00

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
BSc General 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Engineering 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Computer Science 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Information Systems 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Statistics 30,400.00 40,550.00
MSc Chemistry 30,460.00 40,650.00
MSc Sustainable Energy 36,000.00 46,800.00
HEALTH SCIENCES
BSc Environmental Health 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Nursing and Midwifery 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Nutrition 30,400.00 40,550.00
BSc Pharmacy (Hon) 30,400.00 40,550.00
MSc. Nursing 30,460.00 40,650.00
HUMANITIES
Diploma Pastoral Care 23,240.00 31,020.00
Diploma Practical Philosophy 23,240.00 31,020.00
Diploma Library Studies 23,240.00 31,020.00
BA Pastoral Care & Counselling 24,740.00 33,000.00
BA Practical Philosophy 24,740.00 33,000.00
BA Humanities 24,740.00 33,000.00
Masters 30,460.00 40,650.00
PhD 30,460.00 40,650.00
LAW
LLB - 5 Year Programme 26,100.00 34,800.00
LLB - 3 Year Programme 26,100.00 34,800.00
Postgraduate Diploma 27,350.00 36,680.00
Master of Laws (LLM) 30,460.00 40,650.00
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Certificate in Statistics 24,490.00 32,690.00
Bachelor of Commerce 24,490.00 33,200.00
BA Economics 24,490.00 33,200.00
BA Political & Public Administration 24,490.00 33,200.00
BA Urban & Regional Planning 24,490.00 33,200.00
BA Statistics and Demography 24,490.00 33,200.00
BA Social Work 26,100.00 34,800.00
BA Sociology 26,100.00 34,800.00

PGD in Human Resources 30,460.00 40,650.00
MSc Economics 30,460.00 40,650.00
MSc Sociology 30,460.00 40,650.00
Masters in Economics 30,460.00 40,650.00
PhD 30,460.00 40,650.00
Other Fees (excluding tuition fee)
Other Related Fees (2022-2023)

Item Local & SADC Students International Students
Undergraduate Application Fee 350.00 450.00
Postgraduate Application Fee 450.00 550.00
Acceptance Fee 650.00 650.00
Late Registration Penalty 70.00 70.00
Duplicate Certificate 1,000.00 1,000.00
Duplicate Transcript 500.00 500.00
Lost results slip/admission letter 60.00 60.00
ID Card 60.00 60.00
Remarking Fee [per course] 850.00 850.00
Supplementary Fee [per course] 350.00 350.00
Caution Fee 450.00 450.00
Graduation in absentia 500.00 500.00
Verification of Academic Results 150.00 150.00
RESIDENCE FEES
Undergraduate [per academic year] 10,600.00 10,600.00
Graduate [per academic year] 11,800.00 11,800.00
Accommodation during sup exams [per day] 160.00 160.00
Tuition, Accommodation, late Registration and Supplementary Fees are payable into the NUL students
account held at the Standard Lesotho Bank as detailed below:
Account number: 9080000439467

Branch Code: 062067
Swift Code: SBICLSMX
Other fees are payable into the NUL main account number held at the Standard Lesotho Bank as detailed
below:
Account number: 9080001407356
Branch Code: 062067
Swift Code: SBICLSMX

12 CONTACT DETAILS
Admissions Secretary
National University of Lesotho
P.O. Roma, 180
Lesotho.
Southern Africa
Tel: +266 5221 0601

+266 5221 3809/08/35/36/34/46/47
Email: admissions@nul.ls
Website: www.nul.ls
Facebook: national.university.lesotho
Twitter: @nul_roma
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO

NUL - National University of Lesotho

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2.4 Policy on Students with Disabilities

2.5 The Academic Year

2.6 Payment of Fees and Registration

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2.8 Surcharge for damage or loss of University property

2.9 Study Permit and Visa Requirements

2.10 Students' Loan Bursaries

Regardless of whether a student is sponsored or self-sponsoring, the

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2.12 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION FOR HOLDERS OF A

GENERAL ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS INTO THE UNIVERSITY

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The calculation of an APS score is based on a candidates’ achievement in six (6)

Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education

Achievement Marks (per cent)

A maximum of APS 26 is required for admission into the University.

2.13 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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2.15 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS

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Bachelor of Science in Agriculture is offered in the following areas of specialization:

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3.1 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE

Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private Organizations as

3.2 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS)

Career Opportunities: Economic Planners, Extension Officers, Marketing Managers, Research

3.3 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION)

Career Opportunities: Economic Planners, Extension Officers, Marketing Managers, Research

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3.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (ANIMAL SCIENCE)

3.5 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (CROP SCIENCE)

Career Opportunities: Agriculturalists, Extension Services, Farmers, Consultants, Researchers,

3.6 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE (SOIL SCIENCE)

Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private Organizations as

3.7 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSUMER SCIENCES

Career Opportunities: Employees of Public/Government and Private organizations such as:

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4.1 DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION:

4.2 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.ED.) DIRECT - 4 YEARS

Direct Entry Requirements

The entrance requirements for selected specialisations shall be:

2. English Language Education

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4.3 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (B.SC. ED.): DIRECT – 4 YEARS

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4.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (B.SC.ED.): INDIRECT - 4 YEARS

4.5 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY) - 4 YEARS (PART-TIME)

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5.1 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN GENERAL NURSING AND MIDWIFERY – 5 YEARS

Direct Entry Requirements

5.2. BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE - 3 YEARS

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5.3 BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONOURS) - 5 YEARS