Call For Admissions - Catholic University Generic Full Time Intake June 2021

The Catholic University of Malawi invites suitably qualified persons to apply for various programmes tenable at its main Campus. Successful applicants will be admitted into programmes whose first academic year will run from 29tb ]une 2021 to 14th Jansary,2022. In order to be considered, candidates must apply by completing and submitting their application form by Friday, 8th May, 2021. 

This vear, admission into generic/full time programmes is through (1) University Entrance Examinations (LIEE) and (2) Consideration of relevant papers and certificates. The University will not conduct Bridging Programme this year. 

Route 1: Admission through University Entrance Exams

  • Eligible applicants are those with MSCE or its equivalent obtained not earlier than 2018 and with credits in six subjects including English and an aggregate of not more than thirty-four (34) points. IGCSE equivalence of MSCE is as follows: A.=7, A=2, B=3, C=5, D=7,E,F,C=8
  • Eligible applicants will sit for University Entrance Examinations on 14th May, 2021 starting at 1pm, having presented themselves for a verification registration process from 8am the same day.
  • University Entrance Examinations will consist of three Papers: Reasoning Skills; Numerical Skills and English & Communication Skills 

Route 2: Admission through Consideration of Papers and Certificates 

"A" Level Qualification 

  • Candidates with "A" Level qualification must have a minimum of three principal passes with an aggregate of at least 9 points. For purposes of selection, A-Level is interpreted as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3. Such candidates will not be required to sit for the University Entrance Exams.

Other Advanced Post-Secondary Certificates 

  • The University also considers those with advanced certificates and diplomas from recognized and accredited institutions in the relevant areas of study. Candidates who apply using such qualifications are vetted by respective Faculties on case-by-case basis to determine their eligibility and level of entry. Such candidates will not be required to sit for the University Entrance Exams

Download the full list of offered programmes and application form below:

CUNIMA JUNE 2021 INTAKE.pdf