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    Humanities and Social Sciences

    Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures

    Humanities and Social Sciences

    Message from the Dean

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    Dr Mbulisi Ndlovu (Acting Dean)

    Welcome to the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Lupane State University! The Faculty responds to the demands of the Heritage Based Education 5.0 promulgated by the Government of Zimbabwe in 2018.  The import of this is that the Faculty is cognisant of the challenges faced by the diverse communities of Zimbabwe and is desirous to provide solutions to these problems through praxis. 

    The Faculty boasts of a diverse and vibrant community of highly qualified staff members and innovative students dedicated to developing their communities through creating new knowledge. The Faculty strives to provide a conducive and enabling environment for students and staff to reach their full potential as citizens of local communities and the Global world. The Faculty prides itself in offering engaging, responsive and dynamic spread of programmes that respond to human and technological needs of the modern world.

    The Faculty is currently working on developing new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that explore the nexus between technology, market and human capital needs of the 21 Century landscape.

    About the Faculty

    The Faculty has the following five Departments:

     1. Development Studies

     2. Geography and Geo-Information Sciences

     3. Educational Foundations

     4. Languages

    5. Community studies

    The Faculty also has one Centre, namely; the Centre for Evaluation Science. The Faculty houses the Lupane State University Campus Radio Station that is airing. The programmes offered are found under these departments by clicking on the 'Learn more' button under the next heading Our Departments below:

     

     

    Our Departments

    Community studies

    Featured Programmes

    • Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Anthropology
    • Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sociology
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    Educational Foundations

    Featured Programmes

    • Bachelor of Education Degree in Mathematics
    • Bachelor of Education Degree in English and Communication
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    Development Studies

    Featured Programmes

    • Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Development Studies
    • Diploma in Development Studies
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    Contact Information

    Phone

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    Email

    mndlovu@lsu.ac.zw

    Location

    Lupane State University Main Campus

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Find answers to frequently asked questions about Humanities and Social Sciences

    01 What are the entry requirements for Humanities and Social Sciences programmes?
    Entry requirements include 5 O-levels with a pass in English, plus relevant A-level passes depending on your chosen programme.
    01 What specialized facilities are available for Humanities students?
    We provide extensive library resources, language laboratories, and opportunities for fieldwork, community engagement projects, and internships with relevant organizations.
    01 What research support is available for postgraduate students?
    We provide research grants, supervision, and access to extensive library resources.
    01 What degree programmes are offered in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences?
    The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers programmes in Literature, History, Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy, and various language studies.
    02 What career opportunities are available for Humanities graduates?
    Graduates find careers in education, research, NGOs, government, media, and cultural institutions.
    03 Are there opportunities for international exchange programmes?
    Yes, we have partnerships with several international universities for student exchange programmes.