Harare Polytechnic invites applications for various programs for the 2025 intake. The institution offers a wide range of National Certificate (NC), National Diploma (ND), and Higher National Diploma (HND) courses across multiple disciplines. Here’s everything you need to know about the courses on offer, entry requirements, and application process.
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 a National Diploma, applicants must have a full award at the National Certificate level.
- To qualify for a Higher National Diploma, applicants must have a full award at the National Diploma level.
Courses Offered
1. Applied Arts
- National Certificate & National Diploma: Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Industrial Clothing Design and Construction.
- Higher National Diploma: Cosmetology, Clothing Technology, Beauty Therapy.
- Part-time courses: Offered in Industrial Clothing Design and Construction, Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing.
2. Automotive Engineering
- National Certificate: Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Automotive Precision Machining, Motorcycle Mechanics, Diesel Plant Fitting.
- National Diploma: Automotive Engineering Technicians.
- Higher National Diploma: Automotive Engineering.
- Part-time and full-time options available.

3. Commerce
- National Certificate: Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Health Services Management, and more.
- National Diploma & Higher National Diploma: Multiple commerce-related fields, including Human Resources Management and Sales and Marketing Management.
- Part-time Higher National Diploma courses available.
4. Civil Engineering
- National Certificate & National Diploma: Civil Engineering, Surveying, Quantity Surveying, and more.
- Higher National Diploma: Civil Engineering, Surveying and Geomatics, Architectural Technology.
- Part-time options available.
5. Construction Engineering
- National Certificate: Carpentry, Building Technology, Plumbing.
- National Diploma & Higher National Diploma: Construction Engineering (part-time only).
6. ICT & Electrical Engineering
- Courses include National Certificate, National Diploma, and Higher National Diploma in Electronic Communication Systems, Electrical Power Engineering, and more.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
7. Library and Information Sciences
- National Certificate, National Diploma, and Higher National Diploma in Library and Information Sciences and Records Management.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
8. Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Courses include Refrigeration, Draughting, Fabrication, and Machine Shop Engineering.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
9. Printing and Graphic Arts
- National Certificate: Graphic Design, Photography, Packaging Machine Minding.
- National Diploma: Print Production Technology, Design for Multimedia.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
10. Science Technology
- Courses in Laboratory Technology, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Technology, Food Science, and more.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
11. School of Journalism and Media Studies
- National Certificate: Mass Communication, Public Relations.
- National Diploma: Broadcast Journalism, Print Journalism.
- Higher National Diploma: Mass Communication.
- Full-time options available.
12. School of Hospitality and Tourism
- Courses in Tourism and Hospitality Management, Professional Cookery, Bakery Technology.
- Full-time and part-time options available.
13. Bachelor of Technology (Honours) Degree Programs
- Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Technology & Mass Communication.
- Entry requirements: Relevant HND or degree in a related field.

Application Process
Required Documents: Certified copies of your birth certificate, national identity card, O'level certificates, and other relevant qualifications.
Harare Poly Fees 2025
Harare Poly School Fees for 2025 are as follows:
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) |
Contact Information: Applications should be addressed to:
- The Principal, Harare Polytechnic
- P.O. Box CY 407, Causeway, Harare
- Tel: +263 8677000343
- Website: www.hrepoly.ac.zw
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Special Notes
- Harare Polytechnic prioritizes gender diversity, giving priority to females applying for male-dominated fields and vice versa.
- Be aware that the Polytechnic does not engage third parties for recruitment, and no payment should be made to secure a place.
Conclusion
Harare Polytechnic offers a wide range of accredited courses across various fields of study, including engineering, business, arts, ICT, and more.
Ensure you meet the entry requirements and submit your application on time. For more information on courses and the application process, visit their website or contact the institution directly.
Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future at Harare Polytechnic!
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