Harare Polytechnic is currently accepting applications for its 2026 intake up to October 31, 2025. The institution invites ambitious and career-focused individuals to apply for a wide variety of programmes offered at National Certificate, National Diploma, and Higher National Diploma levels.
Harare Polytechnic equips students with practical, industry-relevant skills that meet the demands of today’s job market.
Harare Polytechnic 2026 Intake Entry Requirements
To apply for any course at Harare Polytechnic, applicants must meet the following minimum entry requirements:
- 5 O’Levels including English, Mathematics, and Science for all engineering, science, and ICT courses.
- To qualify for ABMA Courses, applicants must have at least 5 O-levels, including Maths and English Language, with a grade of C or better, and one year of experience in a related field (Include proof of employment).
- To qualify for a National Diploma, applicants must have a full award at the National Certificate level.
- To be eligible for a Higher National Diploma, applicants must have a full prize at the National Diploma level.
Courses Offered
APPLIED ARTS: NATIONAL CERTIFICATE in:
- Hairdressing
- Beauty Therapy
- Fashion, Clothing, and Textiles
NATIONAL DIPLOMA in:
- Hairdressing
- Beauty Therapy
- Fashion, Clothing, and Textiles
- Production Management
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA in:
- Cosmetology
- Clothing Technology
- Beauty Therapy
NC to HND part-time courses are offered in the following areas:
- Fashion, Clothing, and Textiles
- Beauty Therapy
- Hairdressing
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AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING: ΝΑΤΙΟΝAL CERTIFICATE in:
- Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Automotive Precision Machining
- Motorcycle Mechanics
- Automobile Electrics & Electronics
- Motor Vehicle Body Repairs
- Diesel Plant Fitting
NATIONAL DIPLOMA in:
- Automotive Engineering -Technicians
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA in:
- Automotive Engineering
For the ND and HND, Applicants must have Integrated Science, Combined Science/ Physics & Chemistry
Please note that all courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
COMMERCE
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Accountancy (Mathematics required)
- Banking and Finance (Mathematics required)
- Health Services Management
- Human Resources Management
- Pensions and Investments Management
- Purchasing and Supply Management
- Sales and Marketing Management
- Transport and Logistics Management
3.2 Trainers Diploma in Education (TDE)
- Professional training qualification after ‘O’/’A’ Level in any area of specialization required.
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Accountancy
- Banking and Finance
- Health Services Management
- Human Resources Management
- Pensions and Investments Management
- Purchasing and Supply Management
- Sales and Marketing Management
- Transport and Logistics Management
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (Part-time only)
- Accountancy
- Banking and Finance
- Health Services Management
- Human Resources Management
- Pensions and Investments Management
- Procurement and Supply Management
- Sales and Marketing Management
- Transport and Logistics Management
ND and HND applicants must have an award in NC courses.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE – (Full-time and part-time)
- Civil Engineering
- Surveying and Geomatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Quantity Surveying
- Architectural Technology
- Cartography and Geovisualisation Technology
- Valuation and Estate Management
- Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering
- Science subjects considered: Integrated Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Physical Science, excluding Biology
NATIONAL DIPLOMA – (Full-time and part-time)
- Civil Engineering
- Surveying and Geomatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Quantity Surveying
- Architectural Technology
- Cartography and Geovisualisation Technology
- Valuation and Estate Management
- Irrigation Engineering
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (part-time ONLY)
- Civil Engineering
- Surveying and Geomatics
- Architectural Technology
- Irrigation and Water Engineering
- Cartography and Geo-Visualization Technology
- Quantity Surveying
- Valuation and Estate Management
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Carpentry and Joinery
- Building Technology
- Painting and Decorating
- Plumbing and Drain laying
NATIONAL DIPLOMA and HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (Part-time only)
- Construction Engineering
All NC courses are offered on a full-time basis.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE Science subjects considered: Integrated Science, Physical Science, Physics, Computer Science, and ICTF.
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
All courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE AND NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Electronic Communication Systems
- Computer Systems
- Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Electrical Power Engineering
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Computer Systems
- Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Electrical Power Engineering
All courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE, NATIONAL DIPLOMA, HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA –
- Library and Information Sciences
- Records Management and Information Sciences
- Health Information Management –
- Entry requirements: 5 O'Levels including English Language. All courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis. Entry requirements for NC: 5 O'levels including English.
PRINTING AND GRAPHIC ARTS
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Graphic Design and Print Origination
- Machine Printing
- Packaging Machine Minding
- Photography
- Applied Art and Design (Full-time only)
- Printing, Finishing, and Converting
All other NC courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis except those indicated.
Entry requirements for all NC courses:
5 ‘O’ Level passes including Mathematics, English, and Science.
Science subjects considered: Integrated Science, Physics, Chemistry, and a relevant NFC.
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Print Production Technology (Part-time)
- Print Finishing Technology (Part-time)
- Print Origination Technology (Part-time)
- Photography
- Design for Multimedia (Full-time)
- Fine Arts (Full-time)
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Multimedia
- Print Management
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Laboratory Technology
- Chemical Engineering
- Polymer Technology
- Horticulture
- Metallurgical Assaying
- Pharmaceutical Technology (Full-time only)
- Food Science
NATIONAL DIPLOMA AND HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Chemical Engineering
- Polymer Technology
- Horticulture
- Metallurgical Assaying
- Pharmaceutical Technology (Full-time only)
- Food Science
- Applied Biological Technology
- Applied Chemical Technology
All courses, except Pharmacy, are offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
All HND courses are offered part-time only.
Applicants for the ND in Applied Biological and Chemical Technology must possess a certificate in Laboratory Technology.
Science subjects considered for all other NC courses include:
Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Science, Biology, and Combined Science.
O-Level Chemistry is a compulsory subject.
SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Mass Communication
- Public Relations
Applicants should undergo a written interview and pass an oral interview.
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Broadcast Journalism
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Mass Communication
All courses are offered on a full-time basis.
SCHOOL OF OFFICE MANAGEMENT
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Office Management
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Office Management
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Office Management
All courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Professional Cookery (Part-time only)
- Bakery Technology and Management
Entry Requirements: 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English and Science.
NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Culinary Arts
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
- Bakery Technology and Management
- Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Culinary Arts
All courses are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (Honours) DEGREE PROGRAMMES
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (Honours) DEGREE IN CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must have an HND in Applied Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
Mode of Study: Full-time
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (Honours) DEGREE IN MASS COMMUNICATION
Mode of Study: Full-time / Block Release
Duration: 3 Years
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must have one of the following:
- A National Diploma in Mass Communication / Journalism awarded by the Higher Education Examination Council (HEXCO) or equivalent, OR
- A higher degree in Social Sciences or related fields.
Special Entry:
Applicants without the above qualifications may be considered if they have at least 5 years of journalism and communication experience, in addition to 5 ‘O’ Level passes including English Language with a grade C or better.
Harare Poly Fees 2026
| Level | Fees |
| National Certificate [NC] | $255.00 (Excl. Accommodation & Meals) |
| National Diploma [ND] | $275.00 (Excl. Accommodation & Meals) |
| Higher National Diploma [HND] | $295.00 (Excl. Accommodation & Meals) |
Application Process
Required Documents: Certified copies of your birth certificate, national identity card, O-level certificates, and other relevant qualifications.
Contact Information: Applications should be addressed to:
- The Principal
- Harare Polytechnic
- Att: Head of the Respective Division/Department
- P.O. Box CY 407
- Causeway, HARARE
- Tel: +263 8612 339601/ +263 715 427 587
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://www.hrepoly.ac.zw/new-home/
The deadline for applications is October 31, 2025
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