UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION FOR

FRESHERS ADMITTED TO BACHELOR PROGRAMMES

2024/2025
 University of Dar es Salaam Leadership and Top Management

H.E. Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete

Chancellor and Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania

Prof. William A. L. Anangisye

Vice Chancellor

Prof. Bonaventure S. Prof. Bernadeta Killian Prof. Nelson Boniface

Rutinwa
Deputy Vice Chancellor Deputy Vice
Deputy Vice
– Planning, Finance and Chancellor - Research
Chancellor - Academic
Administration

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 Directorate of Undergraduate Studies

Dr. Joan J.E. Munissi Dr. Geradius D. Kikumi

Ag. Director of Undergraduate Studies Coordinator, Office of DUS

Ms. Thecla S. Mchagu Ms. Magreth J. Magezi Mr. Lugano L. Mwakyusa

Ag. Head, Admissions Head, Examinations Head, Students’ Finance
Unit

Mr. Hilal S. Mohamed Mr. Justine Mwengele Mr. Josephat Edmund

Head, Student Head, Smart Card Unit Coordinator, Teaching Area
Databases Unit Logistics

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 UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

JOINING INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION FOR

FRESHERS
ADMITTED TO BACHELOR PROGRAMMES

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR

(ACADEMIC)
DIRECTORATE OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES

P.O. BOX 35091 – Dar es Salaam – Tanzania

Telegraphic Address: UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

Telephone: 255-022-2410500 Ext 2019
Direct line: 255-022-2410544
Telefax: 255-022-2410078
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.udsm.ac.tz

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ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS BOOK

CoAF College of Agricultural Sciences and Food Technology

CoET College of Engineering and Technology
CoHU College of Humanities
CoICT College of Information and Communication Technologies
CoNAS College of Natural and Applied Sciences
CoSS College of Social Sciences
DUCE Dar es Salaam University College of Education
IDS Institute of Development Studies
IKS Institute of Kiswahili Studies
IMS Institute of Marine Sciences
MUCE Mkwawa University College of Education
SJMC School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SoAF School of Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Technology
SoED School of Education
SoMG School of Mines and Geosciences
UDBS University of Dar es Salaam Business School
UDSE University of Dar es Salaam School of Economics
UDSM- University of Dar es Salaam Mbeya College of Health
MCHAS and Allied Sciences
UDSoL University of Dar es Salaam School of Law

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 ARRIVING AT THE UNIVERSITY .............................................1
2 PAYMENT COMPLIANCE ..........................................................2
3 DIRECT STUDENTS’ COSTS ......................................................9
4 REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS .........................................10
5 REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS ..........................................13
6 STUDENT IDENTITY CARDS...................................................13
7 MEDICAL EXAMINATION .......................................................13
8 MEDICAL SERVICES .................................................................14
8.1 HIV /AIDS ..............................................................................15
8.2 HEALTH AND LIFE SKILLS COURSE ..............................15
8.3 HOW TO REGISTER FOR CSE ONLINE COURSE ...........15
9 COURSE REGISTRATION .........................................................16
10 CHANGE OF PROGRAMME ..................................................16
11 DIRECTORATE OF STUDENTS SERVICES (DSTS) ...........16
11.1 UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ACCOMODATION BUREAU17
11.2 STUDENTS’ GOVERNANCE UNIT ....................................18
11.3 HEALTH AND CATERING UNIT .......................................18
11.4 Dress Code ..............................................................................20
12 COUNSELLING UNIT .............................................................21
12.1 Areas of Concerns ...................................................................21
12.2 Counselling Services Provided ...............................................22
12.3 Why should you consider Counselling Services? ...................23
12.4 Cross-cutting Ethical Consideration .......................................23
12.5 How to Access the Services ....................................................24
12.6 Location ...................................................................................24
13 DARUSO ....................................................................................24
13.1 Objectives of DARUSO ..........................................................25
13.2 DARUSO Government Structure............................................25

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14 STUDENTS FINANCING UNIT (SFU) ...................................25
15 CONTINGENCIES ....................................................................26
16 UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM CENTRE FOR
DISABILITY SERVICES (UDSM-CDS) ..........................................26
16.1 Location of UDSM- CDS........................................................26
16.2 Support Services under UDSM-CDS ......................................26
17 LIBRARY SERVICES ..............................................................27
18 FAITH-BASED LIFE ................................................................29
19 SHOPPING SERVICES ............................................................29
20 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES ..............................................29
21 BANKING SERVICES..............................................................29
22 TRANSPORT SERVICES.........................................................30
23 DEFERREMENT OF ADMISSION .........................................30
24 POSTPONMENT OF STUDIES ...............................................30
25 CONTACTS ...............................................................................30

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 LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Tuition fees for Undergraduate Bachelor Programmes for

2024/2025 Academic Year ....................................................................3

Table 2: Direct University Costs (Payable to the University) ..............9

Table 3: Costs Payable Directly to Students (Cost per Year) ...............9

Table 4: Available Student Hostels and Charges at Mwl. J.K. Nyerere

Mlimani Campus, UDSM-MCHAS, UDSM-MRI and IMS ..............18

Table 5: Orientation Programme .........................................................32

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INCOMING STUDENTS
Congratulations to all new comers! Welcome to the University of Dar
es Salaam, 2024/2025 intake. You are joining a life changing and
joyous academic journey. It is our pleasure to introduce you to the
community at the Hill.

1 ARRIVING AT THE UNIVERSITY

Prospective students selected to join the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere

Mlimani Campus (which includes the Main Campus, School of
Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries Technology [SoAF], the School of
Journalism and Mass Communication [SJMC], and the College of
Information and Communication Technologies [CoICT]) should
report at the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani Campus on 26th
October, 2024.

Applicants selected for admission into the Dar es Salaam University

College of Education (DUCE), Mkwawa University College of
Education (MUCE), University of Dar es Salaam Mbeya College of
Health and Allied Sciences (UDSM-MCHAS) and the Institute of
Marine Sciences (IMS) should report directly at their respective
campuses on the same date.

Prospective students arriving at the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani

Campus are informed that:
(a) There will be Guides at the campuses’ entry points to assist them
with directions.
(b) The Guides and other Officials will be on duty from 8.00 am to
6.00 pm.
(c) Admission issues for prospective students admitted at the
Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani Campus will be handled at the
Nkrumah Hall from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm.

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NOTE: Depending on where you are coming from, the UDSM
information desk is available to assist you at the following terminals:
Magufuli, Mbagala Rangi-3, Urafiki, Shekilango, SGR Station -
Posta, Zanzibar Forodhani, Mbeya, Dodoma, and Iringa. UDSM
officials will be available to guide prospective students arriving at
DUCE, MUCE, UDSM-MCHAS and IMS as they report at their
respective campuses.

2 PAYMENT COMPLIANCE

The prospective HESLB and Private sponsored students must pay

tuition fees and direct costs within the first two weeks from 26th
October 2024 to complete their registration. Table 1 and 2 below
summarize the UDSM tuition fees for various programmes and
University direct costs.

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Table 1: Tuition fees for Undergraduate Bachelor Programmes for
2024/2025 Academic Year
Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
B.A. History
B.A. Art and Design
B.A. Education
(Shared with CoSS)
B.A. Film and
Television
B.A. Heritage
Management
CoHU B.A. Language Studies
B.A. Music
B.A. Theatre Arts
B.A. Literature
B.A. Philosophy and
1,000,000 2,100
Ethics
B.A. Education
(Chinese and English
Language)
B.A. Anthropology
CoSS
B.A. Psychology
B.A. Education
DUCE
BED. Arts
B.A. Development
IDS
Studies
IKS B.A. Kiswahili
B.A. Education
MUCE
BED. Arts
BED. Adult and
Community Education
BED. Commerce
SoED
1,000,000 2,100 BED. Early Childhood
Education
BED. Physical
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Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
Education and Sport
Sciences
1,000,000 2,100 BED. Psychology
B.A. Gender Studies
and Community
Development
B.Sc. Geomatics
1,100,000 2,700 CoET B.Sc. Quantity
Surveying
B.Sc. Agricultural and
1,300,000 2,700 Natural Resources
Economics and
Business
B.Sc. Agricultural
Engineering and
Mechanisation
CoAF
B.Sc. Beekeeping
Science and
Technology
B.Sc. Crop Science
and Technology
B.Sc. Food Science
and Technology
B.Sc. Aquatic Sciences
SoAF
and Fisheries
Bachelor of
Architecture
B.Sc. Chemical and
Process Engineering
CoET B.Sc. Civil
Engineering
B.Sc. Electrical
Engineering
B.Sc. Industrial
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Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
Engineering
B.Sc. Mechanical
Engineering
B.Sc. Textile Design
1,300,000 2,700 and Technology
B.Sc. Textile
Engineering
B.Sc. Petroleum
Engineering
B.Sc. Metallurgy and
Mineral Processing
Engineering
B.Sc. Mining
Engineering
B.Sc. Engineering
SoMG
Geology
B.Sc. Geophysics
B.Sc. Geology and
Geothermal Resources
B.Sc. in Geology
B.Sc. with Geology
B.Sc. Petroleum
Geology
B.A. Archaeology and
Geography
B.A. Archaeology and
History
B.A. Diplomatic and
CoHU Military History
B.A. Communication
Studies
B.A. History, Cultural
Heritage Management
and Tourism
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Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
B.A. History and
Political Science
B.Sc. Electronic
CoICT Science and
Communication
Bachelor of Science
and Mathematics and
Statistics
B.Sc. Applied
Microbiology and
Chemistry
B.Sc. Actuarial
Sciences
B.Sc. Applied Zoology
B.Sc. Botanical
Sciences
B.Sc. Chemistry
CoNAS
B.Sc. Meteorology
B.Sc. Microbiology
1,300,000 2,700 B.Sc. Molecular
Biology and
Biotechnology
B.Sc. Petroleum
Chemistry
B.Sc. Chemistry and
Physics
B.Sc. Wildlife Science
and Conservation
B.Sc. Education
B. A. in Geography
and Environmental
CoSS Studies
B.A in Library and
Information Studies
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Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
B.A in Political
Science and Public
Administration
Bachelor of Social
Work
B.A. Sociology
B.A. Statistics
B.A. Economics
UDSE B.A. Economics and
Statistics
IMS B.Sc. Marine Sciences
BED. Science
B.Sc. Education
1,300,000 2,700 DUCE
B.A. Disaster Risk
Management
BED. Science
MUCE B.Sc. Chemistry
B.Sc. Education
B.A. Journalism
B.A. Mass
SJMC Communication
B.A. Public Relations
and Advertising
BBA (Evening)
B.Com Banking and
Financial Services
B.Com Finance
B.Com Human
UDBS Resources
Management
B.Com Marketing
B.Com Tourism
Management
B.Com Procurement
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Tuition
Tuition Fee for
Fees for Academic
Non-Tanzanian Programme
Tanzanian Unit
(USD)
(TZS)
and Supply Chain
Management
UDSoL B.A. Law Enforcement
B.Sc. Business
Information
Technology
B.Sc. Computer
Engineering and
Information
Technology
CoICT
B.Sc. Computer
1,500,000 3,500 Science
B.Sc. Electronics
Engineering
B.Sc.
Telecommunication
Engineering
UDBS B.Com Accounting
Bachelor of Laws
UDSoL
(LLB)
Doctor of Medicine
(MD)
1,800,000 5,672 MCHAS
Doctor of Dental
Surgery (DDS)

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Table 2: Direct University Costs (Payable to the University)
Cost Item Tanzanian Non-Tanzanian
(TZS) (USD)
Identity Card Fee 5,000 5
Registration (Paid once) 5,000 100
Examination Fee 12,000 120
Medical Capitation Fee 50,400 25
Student Union Fee 5,000 15
TCU Quality Assurance 20,000 10
Fee
TOTAL 97,400 275
3 DIRECT STUDENTS’ COSTS

Prospective UDSM students should have a minimum annual budget to

meet their living costs as per Table 3.

Table 3: Costs Payable Directly to Students (Cost per Year)

Cost Item Cost (TZS)
Books & Stationery Allowance 200,000
Meal and Accommodation Allowance 2,470,000
TOTAL 2,670,000

In addition, students are required to have sufficient funds to cater for

Special College/School/Institute requirements. Such requirements may
be in the form of boots, over roll clothes, compass sets, drawing
boards, track suits, gloves, masks, etc. as well as funds for
industrial/practical training or teaching practice depending on the
programme.

Students are urged to consult the latest University prospectus for

specific requirements by their Colleges/Schools/Institutes or consult
the academic units in which they will register, for more details,
including indicative cost implication.

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4 REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS

The registration process involves payments (Tuition Fee and Direct

Costs), certificates verification, medical checking, and course
registration. Registration must be within two weeks from the first day
of orientation week, i.e. from 26th October 2024 to 8th November
2024. Failure to pay fees will result to loss of studentship status and
denial of access to ALL services at the University.

Registration and all payments shall be online through the University

Students’ Academic Registration Information System (ARIS) account
at https://aris3.udsm.ac.tz/ by following the steps below:

Step 1(a) Signup Step 1(b) Account creation

Go to https://aris3.udsm.ac.tz/ Select the “Student Account”

and Click sign up type and enter your “Registration
Number” to search for your
information. Once your
information appears, click, create
a password, accept the terms of
service, and then click “Register”

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Step2 (a) Step 2 (b)

After creating ARIS account, then

After you have signed-in click on
log in
User name: Is your registration Registration  Semester/Year
Registration to view features
number
indicated in Step 3 below
Password: That you have created
on Step 1(b)

Step 3
Click on My Registration for invoice and move to step 4 before you
can proceed with other steps indicated on My Registration Status for
Academic year 2024/2025.

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Step 4: Create your invoice

CLICK on Request Bill to generate a control number; and make your

payment(s) at the NEAREST BANK or by Mobile–Money.

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5 REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

All students must have the following items during registration:

(a) Two coloured passport-size photographs,
(b) An admission letter indicating the UDSM student registration
number and Form IV index number,
(c) Two copies of the registration forms duly filled with the student’s
information,
(d) The names on the registration forms must match those on the O-
level and A-level/diploma certificates as well as the admission
letter. No additional names will be accepted,
(e) International students must present certificates issued by their
respective examination boards, not testimonials from their
Secondary School Headmasters/Headmistresses.

6 STUDENT IDENTITY CARDS

All students are required to present their admission letters to the

UDSM Smart Card Unit for photograph taking and the issuance of
their Identity Cards (ID).

7 MEDICAL EXAMINATION

You are required to undergo a medical examination at the University

Hospital or any other Government hospital and submit a duly
completed medical examination form, including a chest X-ray report,
during registration. Customized medical examination forms are
attached to the admission letters in the students’ admission accounts
used during the application process. Students with medical conditions
are advised to consult the Medical Officers-in-Charge or the Dean of
Students at Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani Campus, DUCE, MUCE,
UDSM-MCHAS and IMS for further guidance or assistance.

Students admitted to pursue Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of

Dental Surgery (DDS) must be screened and vaccinated against
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Hepatitis B from recognized medical facilities. It is the responsibility
of the student to meet the cost associated with screening and
vaccination.

8 MEDICAL SERVICES

The University of Dar es Salaam offers medical services to students,

staff, and the general public. These services are available at the
UDSM Hospital, located on the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani
Campus, the Mabibo Students’ Hostel Dispensary near the main
entrance of Mabibo Students’ Hostels and the IMS in Zanzibar. First
aid services are also available at various Colleges/Schools/Institutes
outside the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani Campus.

Dr. Alfred J. Msasu

Medical Officer In-Charge

The UDSM Hospital and its dispensaries are accredited to provide

services to National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) beneficiaries. It is
mandatory for all students to join NHIF by submitting National
Identification Number (NIN) through ARIS3 during registration and
paying a specified fee to qualify for NHIF membership. Access to
treatment at UDSM health facilities and other accredited health
facilities nationwide are subject to possession of active NHIF
membership.

Students who fall ill during examinations must report to their

respective departments and the hospital for treatment and further
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instructions. If you intend to postpone examinations or studies on
medical grounds, you must provide a valid medical report from a
recognised health facility.

8.1 HIV /AIDS

HIV and AIDS continue to pose significant health challenges,
particularly among individuals aged 15 to 49 years. Current data
shows that over 40% of new HIV infections occur in young people
aged 15 to 24. Preventive measures include abstinence, being faithful
to one uninfected partner, limiting the number of sexual partners,
and the consistent and correct use of condoms. The UDSM Hospital
provides free HIV counselling, testing, and treatment, ensuring strict
confidentiality.

8.2 HEALTH AND LIFE SKILLS COURSE

Each student is encouraged to register for the online Life Skills Course
namely Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) offered free of
charge through the UDSM website. This course equips students with
knowledge and skills related to health issues and managing various
challenges at university. The course consists of five modules:
(a) Adolescence and Sexuality,
(b) Sexual and Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and STIs,
(c) Relationships,
(d) Gender-Based Violence, and
(e) Resource Management.

8.3 HOW TO REGISTER FOR CSE ONLINE COURSE

https://www.udsm.ac.tz
Username Your Registration Number
Password Cvl@2023
Search for the course: CSE 2021 (space between CSE and
2021)
Enter enrolment key : CSE2021 (no space)

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 "A Healthy Mind Flourishes in a Healthy Body."

9 COURSE REGISTRATION

Course registration in various academic units will follow the

orientation week programme issued by the office of the Director of
Undergraduate Studies, accessible through the students’ admission
accounts.

10 CHANGE OF PROGRAMME

No student is allowed to change programme without the approval of

the University Senate. The procedures for changing a programme
depend on meeting the following conditions:
(a) The student is registered (has paid all Fees),
(b) There is a vacancy in a programme of interest,
(c) The student has met the criteria and cut-off points used to select
students to the programme of interest,
(d) The timeline for transfer window will be announced, and
(e) The application for change of programmes is strictly done online
at: https://aris3.udsm.ac.tz/
(f) Transfers from education programmes are not entertained.

NOTE: HESLB beneficiaries will not get any additional fund from
the Board if they opt to transfer to programmes with higher fees.
11 DIRECTORATE OF STUDENTS SERVICES (DSTS)

The Dean of Students is responsible for all matters related to student

life at UDSM. Units under the Directorate of Students Services
(DSTS) include the University Students Accommodations Bureau
(USAB), the Students’ Governance Unit, Health Services, Catering,
and the Guidance and Counselling Help Desk.

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 Ms. Paulina Mabuga
Dean of Students

11.1 UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ACCOMODATION BUREAU

The USAB handles all matters related to students’ accommodation at
UDSM. For more details, please visit: http://www.doso.udsm.ac.tz/.
Space in the Halls of Residence is limited; therefore, campus
accommodation is therefore, not guaranteed, except for international
and physically challenged students.

Ms. Zabibu Swima

USAB Manager

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Table 4: Available Student Hostels and Charges at Mwl. J.K.
Nyerere Mlimani Campus, UDSM-MCHAS and IMS
S/N Hostels and Halls of Costs per Day
Residence Tanzanian Non-
(TZS) Tanzanian
(USD)
Single Shared
1 Halls of Residence (Judge 800 3 1.5
Julie Manning Hall; Hall 1, 2,
4, 5, 6 and 7)
2 Mabibo Hostels 500 3 1.5
3 HE. Dr. J. P. J. Magufuli 800 3 1.5
Hostel
4 CoICT Hostels 800 3 1.5
5 Mazizini Hostel (IMS) 500 3 1.5
6 UDSM-MCHAS Hostel 800 3 1.5
7 Kunduchi Hostels 500 3 1.5
NOTE: There are also private hostels available for students, for more
details please visit USAB or call 0735 232 061 (for hostels issues
only). For admission matters please call +255 222 410 513.

11.2 STUDENTS’ GOVERNANCE UNIT

Students’ Governance Unit deals with students’ leadership under
auspices of the Dar es Salaam Student Organization (DARUSO) and
other Student Associations. It is the responsibility of this Unit to
guide, counsel and coordinate the organizations’ activities to ensure
that they are run fairly, with integrity and mutuality among students
by taking into consideration gender balance. On the other hand, the
unit plays the role of bridging the gap between students and UDSM
management. It also supervises the implementation of Student By-
Laws.

11.3 HEALTH AND CATERING UNIT

Health and catering units supervises sanitation in all catering services
and assists sick students in collaboration with the UDSM Hospital for
medical treatment. Health insurance cover under NHIF is mandatory
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to all undergraduate students. Students are expected to be in
possession of the National Identity Number to facilitate the NHIF
registration. To register for medical insurance under the National
Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), please follow the steps below:

1. Login to your ARIS3 account at: https://aris3.udsm.ac.tz/

2. On the left-side menu, click on the “Registration” link, then click
on “My Semester/Year Registration” (see screenshot below).

3. On the page that opens, click the “Next” button at the bottom of
the page.

4. On the next page that opens, select the type of NHIF card you
have by clicking the appropriate radio button, and then click the
“Proceed” button. See the screenshot below:

5. If you have your own dependant NHIF Card, click on the first
radio button as shown in the screenshot below:

6. Write your NHIF Card Number and click on the Verify button.
7. If you do not have NHIF Card, click on the last radio button and
click on the Proceed button as shown in the screenshot below:

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8. Fill in all the required information in the form (Mobile Number,
Form Four Index Number, National ID Number, Marital
Status, and Date of Birth), then click the “Apply button”, and
proceed with payments using control number obtained from
NHIF through ARIS3.

11.4 Dress Code

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12 COUNSELLING UNIT

The Counselling Unit operates under the Directorate of Social

Services, which reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor - Planning,
Finance, and Administration. The unit provides integrated guidance
and counselling services to both students and staff of the University of
Dar es Salaam. Its purpose is to assist members of the University
community in addressing the challenges they may face, while ensuring
they remain inspired and motivated in fulfilling their roles. This, in
turn, supports the University in achieving its Vision and Mission.

Dr. Bernadetha Rushahu

Head, Counselling Unit
12.1 Areas of Concerns
The Counselling Unit offers support to students and staff in the
following areas:

(a) Psycho-social concerns

Support is offered on how to handle issues such as sexual
harassment, social abuse, alcoholism, discrimination,
stigmatization, bullying, anger and stress management, anxiety
and depression, retirement and retrenchment, marital issues,
grief/loss, work-life balance, special needs challenges,
rehabilitation, conflict resolution, sexuality, relationships, and
suicide, among others. The Counselling Unit works closely with
the Directorate of Students Services to facilitate this.

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(b) Academic concerns
Academic support and advice are provided on how to avoid
academic underperformance, low productivity, absenteeism, and
professional misconduct, as well as on managing stress and
accessing career guidance and counselling services. The
Counselling Unit works closely with the Guidance and
Counselling Liaison Committees from Colleges, Schools,
Institutes, and Focal Persons from Directorates and major
Departments.

(c) Health related concerns

Support is provided to individuals with health issues such as
diabetes, HIV/AIDS, cancer, high and low blood pressure, and
psychological disorders. The University Hospital offers these
services in collaboration with the Counselling Unit.

(d) Economic and financial concerns

The Economic and Financial Advisory Unit at the University of
Dar es Salaam Business School (UDBS) will provide information
and advice to staff and students on managing finances, debt, and
other economic concerns.

12.2 Counselling Services Provided

The UDSM guidance and counselling services include, but not limited
to:
(a) Anger and Stress management
(b) Anxiety and Depression issues
(c) Suicide prevention
(d) Academic concerns
(e) Economic and Financial concerns
(f) Career Guidance and Counselling
(g) Health related concerns
(h) Grief/loss Counselling
(i) HIV/ AIDS Counselling
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(j) Work and Life Balance
(k) Academic and Social Life Balance
(l) Preventive Counselling
(m) Counselling people with Special Needs
(n) Rehabilitation Counselling
(o) Conflict Resolution to staff and students
(p) Sexuality Counselling
(q) Relationship Counselling
(r) Group Counselling
(s) Retirement and Retrenchment Counselling
(t) Marriage and Couples Counselling
(u) Family Counselling
(v) Addiction Counselling
(w) Bullying and harassment concerns
(x) Mental Health Awareness

12.3 Why should you consider Counselling Services?

(a) We adhere to professional counselling ethics and integrity,
(b) We monitor clients’ progress and adjust the treatment plan if
required,
(c) We provide individual and group counselling sessions,
(d) We raise mental health awareness of clients through counselling
sessions, and
(e) We provide education to the University community on
counselling issues such as stress management, substance abuse,
addiction, suicide prevention etc.

12.4 Cross-cutting Ethical Consideration

(a) Confidentiality is assured
(b) Free consent of persons to be counselled
(c) No unethical use of information gained during guidance and
counselling sessions.
(d) Anonymity of guided and counselled persons
(e) Use of professional counsellors
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12.5 How to Access the Services
Please book an appointment by email, telephone or online. Tel: +255
736 393936 or visit Counselling Unit Office at UDBS Building.
[email protected]
Counsellingunit
Counsellingunit
Counsellingunit
https://www.udsm.ac.tz/web/index.php/directorates/cu
The Unit gives Self-help line tips on Directorate of Social
Services (DSS) web
The services provided are free of charge to staff and students.

12.6 Location
Visit us at UDBS Building, Block C Basement, Room No: C022-
C030. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 - 16:00 hrs.

The services provided are free of charge to staff and students.

“Your Mental Health is Our Priority”

13 DARUSO

Dar es Salaam University Students Organization (DARUSO) is an

independent student organization, which works for welfare of
students. All UDSM students are members of DARUSO. DARUSO
offices are located between Yombo 1 and Hall 6.
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13.1 Objectives of DARUSO
(a) To bridge the gap between students and the UDSM
administration
(b) To protect the rights of all its members
(c) To facilitate conducive learning environment for its members
(d) To coordinate and regulate essential student matters at the
University
(e) To promote peace, love, respect, and cooperation within the
university community and the surrounding neighbourhood
(f) To establish networks with Universities Nationally and
Internationally

13.2 DARUSO Government Structure

(a) Cabinet
Cabinet consists of President, Vice President, Prime Minister,
Ministers and Deputy Ministers.
(b) Judicial Organ
The Judicial organ consists of Chairperson of the Judicial Organ,
Secretary of the Judicial Organ and all Chairpersons and
Secretaries from Colleges, Schools, and Institutes.
(c) University Students’ Representative Council (USRC)
The USRC consists of Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Clerk and all
University representatives from the Cabinet, Judicial organ, and
elected representatives from Colleges, Schools, and Institutes.

14 STUDENTS FINANCING UNIT (SFU)

The Unit is responsible for coordinating financial matters for students

receiving support from the Higher Education Students’ Loan Board
(HESLB). It offers advice to students on all matters related to their
loans. The Unit is located in the Yombo Building at the Dean of
Students’ premises, specifically in rooms 11, 16, and 17.

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15 CONTINGENCIES

It is advisable for students to have sufficient funds from their own

sources to cover initial costs upon arrival while waiting for their
sponsors to release funds.

16 UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM CENTRE FOR

DISABILITY SERVICES (UDSM-CDS)

The UDSM-CDS provides support to all staff and students with

disabilities, specifically:
 hearing impairment (deaf and hard of hearing),
 visual impairment (total blindness and low vision),
 physical impairment,
 albinism, and
 other hidden disabilities.
It also supports students who experience neurological diseases,
chronic health conditions, temporary medical conditions, and injuries
that may require accommodations.

16.1 Location of UDSM- CDS

School of education (SoED) Building, Ground Floor Room No. 119-
124.

16.2 Support Services under UDSM-CDS

(a) Assessing the disability status of staff and students reported to
have special needs in collaboration with the UDSM Hospital.
(b) Coordinating the orientation and accommodation of students
with special needs in collaboration with the Directorate of
Undergraduate Studies (DUS) and the Directorate of Students
Services (DSTS).
(c) Oversees the provision of academic and other support services,
including sign language interpretation, for staff and students
with hearing impairments.
(d) Provision of Personal Assistants:
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 (i) Readers for students with visual impairments,
(ii) Note takers for students with hearing impairments,
(iii) Caretakers for students with severe physical impairments
and mobility challenges,
(iv) Training in sign language for students with hearing
impairments and assistive technology for all students with
special needs,
(v) Preparation of teaching and learning materials, as well as
examinations, in accessible formats (large font and
Braille).
Contacts
Centre for Disability Services.
Cell: +255754565189; +255715367646; +255755 863 788
Email: https://www.udsm.ac.tz/web/index.php/centres/udsm-cds
Location of UDSM- CDS
School of Education (SoED) Building
Ground Floor Room No. 119-124.
17 LIBRARY SERVICES

The library aims to support the teaching, learning, and research

activities of the university community by providing a wide range of
information resources and services. These services are offered in two
buildings: the Dr. Wilbert Chagula Library and the University of Dar
es Salaam Library. The library provides access to print resources (e.g.,
books, journals, dissertations, and theses) as well as to subscribed
electronic books and journal databases.

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Library Opening Hours
DURING SEMESTER
UDSM LIBRARY
WEEK DAYS DAY TIME BREAK NIGHT
Monday- Saturday 08:00 – 18:30 hrs 1 Hour 19:30 – 22:30 hrs
Sunday 14:00 – 18:30 hrs
Public Holidays 08:00 –18:30 hrs
DR. WILBERT CHAGULA LIBRARY
WEEK DAYS TIME BREAK NIGHT
Monday- Friday 08:00 – 18:30 hrs Closed
Saturday
Public Holidays
DURING VACATION
Monday - Friday 08:00 – 17:00 Closed
Saturday 08:00 – 15:30
Sunday & Public Closed

Library users are required to possess valid ID cards to access the

following services in the two library buildings:
(a) OPAC computers (Search zone)
(b) Lending of library materials;
(c) Reference services;
(d) Photocopying services;
(e) Free internet services (Wi-Fi)
(f) Library user instructions;
(g) Information resources;
(h) Free information literacy training;
(i) Computer labs (e-books);
(j) Library repository;
(k) Quite reading spaces;
(l) Use of Carrel (private reading rooms)

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18 FAITH-BASED LIFE

Students and staff have complete freedom of worship. At present,

facilities are available for Christians and Muslims. You are advised to
register with your faith group on campus for your spiritual growth.
19 SHOPPING SERVICES

Shopping services are available at ‘Kariakoo’ near USAB offices,

Hall IV, Mlimani City Shopping Mall and Mwenge Market along Sam
Nujoma Road about 3-4 km from Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani
Campus and Mabibo Complex. Students admitted at UDSM-MCHAS,
MUCE, DUCE and IMS may wish to consult the Office of the Dean
of Students at their respective campuses for assistance.
20 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

The University encourages students to participate in sports and games.

The University has several facilities including playgrounds (outdoor)
with six grounds for Football, four for Netball, four for Basketball,
three for Volleyball, nine for Tennis, One for Track and Field-
Athletics, one swimming pool and an International Cricket ground.
Indoor games facilities for Badminton, Table Tennis, Basketball and
Aerobic training are also available. Most of these facilities are located
at the Mwalimu J.K. Nyerere Mlimani Campus and others are at
Mabibo; while some are at CoICT, Kijitonyama Campus.

For more information, contact the Coordinator, Sports and Games at

the Directorate of Social Services Office Number 324 Administration
Block.
21 BANKING SERVICES

You will need to open a bank account at any bank of your choice
during your studentship. Banks such as CRDB, NBC, and NMB have
their branches within campus. The Directorate of Student Services
(DSTS) will provide you with an introduction letter to assist you in
opening a bank account. You will further need your student ID card,

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address and name of your degree programme. Depending on the bank
you choose, you may be asked for more documents.

22 TRANSPORT SERVICES

Students residing at the Mabibo Hostels will be served by shuttle

Busses available daily. Commuter Buses (Daladala) from Mwenge via
the University to Ubungo are also available.

23 DEFERREMENT OF ADMISSION

Students who have been selected but cannot join the University for
any reason cannot defer the admission to the next year. Such students
need to apply afresh in the coming admission cycle.
24 POSTPONMENT OF STUDIES

No student will be allowed to postpone studies after effective

commencement of an academic year except under special
circumstances. Permission to postpone studies will be considered after
producing satisfactory evidence of the reasons for postponement and
written approval from the sponsor. Special circumstances shall
include: sickness, serious social problems (each case to be considered
on its own merit) and severe sponsorship problem.
25 CONTACTS

In case of any problems or questions, please contact the Admissions

Office, Room No. 103, at the Sisal House, at the Mwalimu J.K.
Nyerere Mlimani Campus.

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University of Dar es Salaam Map, adopted from Google

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 UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM
ORIENTATION WEEK PROGRAMME 2024/2025 FROM SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2024 TO
FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 2024

Table 5: Orientation Programme

DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
Saturday 08.00–18.00 hrs Receiving Students Student First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
26th October, 2024 Volunteers/DSTS
Staff/DUS Staff
Orientation to fee Bursar Staff First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
payment procedures
Photograph taking ID Unit Officials First Year Students ID Unit/Nkrumah Hall
Registration Principals/Deans/Direct First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
ors
Sunday 10.00–18.00 hrs Receiving Students Student First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
27th October, 2024 Volunteers/DSTS
Staff/DUS Staff
Orientation to fee Bursar Staff First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
payment procedures
Registration Principals/Deans/Direct First Year Students Nkrumah Hall
or
Photograph taking ID Card Unit Officials First Year Students ID Unit/ Nkrumah Hall

Monday 08.00–12.30 hrs Registration Principals/ Deans First Year Students Colleges/Schools/
28th October, 2024 /Directors Institute
Photograph taking ID Card Unit Officials First Year Students ID Unit/ Nkrumah Hall
Issuance of IDs Principals / Deans/ First Year Students Colleges, Schools and
Director Institute

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DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
Medical Examination Medical Officer In- CoSS & CoHU UDSM Hospital
Charge
12.30–14.00 hrs LUNCH BREAK
14.00–15.00 hrs Registration Principals/ Deans / First Year Students Colleges/Schools and
Directors Institute
15.00–16.00 hrs Issuance of IDs Principals / Deans/ First Year Students Colleges, Schools and
Directors Institute
Medical Examination Medical Officer In- CoET, IDS, IKS, UDSM Hospital
Charge UDBS, SoAF,
SoMG, UDSE &
SJMC
16.00–17.00 hrs Tour on Mwalimu Students Leadership CoSS, UDSE, Meeting point Yombo 5
J.K. Nyerere Mlimani (DARUSO) CoHU, UDSoL,
Campus UDBS, IDS, IKS,
SJMC
CoICT, SoMG, Meeting point Yombo 4
SoAF, CoET,
CoNAS, SoED, &
CoAF
18.00 END OF THE DAY
Tuesday 8.00–10.00 hrs Joint briefing as for DSTS Staff/Auxiliary UDSoL, CoSS, Yombo 4
29th October, 2024 the day’s activities Police/Library UDSE, CoHU,
and Staff/Bursar/UCC/ IKS, IDS, SJMC
questions/answers on Counselling Unit & SoED
general life at UDSM CoICT, UDBS, Yombo 5
CoET CoNAS,
SoAF, SoMG &
CoAF

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DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
10.00–12.00 hrs Library Programme Director, Library CoICT, UDBS, Yombo 5
Services CoNAS, CoET,
SoMG
12.00–13.00 hrs Library Programme Director, Library UDSoL, UDSE, Yombo 4
Services SJMC, IDS, IKS
and SoED
CoSS, CoHU, & Yombo 5, Nyerere
CoAF, SoAF Theater 1&2
13.00–14.00 hrs LUNCH BREAK
Registration Principals/Deans/Direct First Year Students Colleges/Schools/
14.00–16.00 hrs ors Institute
16.00–18.30 hrs Issuance of ID Cards Principals/ Deans/ First Year Students Colleges/Schools/
Directors Institute
06.30–8.30 hrs DARUSO DARUSO First Year Students Yombo 4
Programme

Wednesday 08.00–10.30 hrs Registration Principals/ Deans/ First Year Students Colleges/Schools/
30th October, 2024 Directors Institute
Medical Medical Officer In- CoNAS, CoICT, UDSM Hospital
Examination Charge CoAF, UDSoL &
SoED
10.30–12.30 hrs Religious CCT Chaplain First Year Students Yombo 5
programmes TEC Chaplain First Year Students Yombo 4
MSAUD Amir First Year Students Nyerere Theatre 1
12.30–14.00 hrs LUNCH BREAK
14.00–15.00 hrs Introduction to ARIS Director of First Year Students Yombo 4
Undergraduate Studies from SoED, CoET,
and ARIS Administrator CoNAS, CoICT,
SoAF, SoMG and
CoAF

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DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
15:00–16:30 hrs Introduction to ARIS Director of First Year Students Yombo 5
Undergraduate Studies from UDBS,
and ARIS Administrator UDSoL, UDSE,
SJMC, CoSS,
CoHU, IKS and
IDS
16.30–18.00 hrs Games & Sports Games Tutors First Year Students Yombo 5
18.00 hrs END OF THE DAY
08.00–12.30 hrs Colleges/Schools/Ins Principals/Deans/Direct CoET, Nyerere Theatre I
Thursday titute Programmes ors COSS Yombo 4
31st October, 2024 CoHU Yombo 5
CoNAS, Nyerere Theatre II
UDBS Yombo I
CoICT CoICT grounds
SoED Yombo 2
UDSoL Yombo 3
SJMC SJMC grounds
IKS ATA
CoAF Lecture Room No.10
CoAF Building
IDS ATB
UDSE Lecturer Room No 8
CoAF Building
SoMG A 21 (CoET)
SoAF SoAF grounds
12.30–14.00 hrs LUNCH BREAK

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DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
14.00–15.00 hrs Special Address on Director, Institute of CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 4
Gender Issues Gender Studies /Gender UDBS, CoET,
Focal Persons CoNAS, CoAF ,
SoAF, SoMG
15.00–16.00 hrs Special Program for Government Officials CoICT, SoED, Yombo 5
Tanzanian Students UDSoL, UDSE,
Only SJMC, IDS, IKS
CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
CoET, CoNAS,
SoAF, SoMG,
SoED, CoAF
16.00–17.00 hrs Special Address on Medical Officers In- CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
Medical Issues Charge UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS, IDS & IKS
CoICT , SJMC, Yombo 4
CoET, CoNAS,
SoAF, SoMG &
SoED
17.00–18.00 hrs Special Address on Students leadership CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
Students’ Union (DARUSO) CoET, CoNAS,
Issues. SoMG, SoED,
SoAF, CoAF
CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS, IDS & IKS
Friday 08.30–9.00 hrs Special Address on Director, Confucius CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
1st November, Confucius Institute Institute CoET, CoNAS,
2024 SoAF, SoMG,
SoED & CoAF

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DATE TIME ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE PARTICIPANTS VENUE
PERSON
CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS, IDS & IKS
09.00–10.00 hrs Special Address on NHIF Officials CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
National Health CoET, CoNAS,
Insurance Fund SoED, SoAF,
(NHIF) SoMG & CoAF
CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS, IDS & IKS
10:00 –10:50 hrs Special Address by CHRAGG Officials CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
the Commission for CoET, CoNAS,
Human Rights and SoED, SoAF,
Good Governance SoMG & CoAF
CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS, IDS & IKS
10.50 –12.15 hrs Special Address on HESLB Officials CoICT, SJMC, Yombo 4
Students’ Loans CoET, CoNAS,
Issues SoAF, SoMG,
SoED & CoAF
CoSS, CoHU, Yombo 5
UDSoL, UDSE,
UDBS & IKS
12.15–13.00 hrs LUNCH BREAK
13.00–18.00 hrs Registration, Medical Officer In- All First Year Nkrumah Hall and
Medical Charge/ Students UDSM Hospital
Examination and ID ID Card Unit
Issuance

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VC’s DAY 09.00–10.00 hrs Arriving at CoET Dean of Students and Invited staff and CoET Block-A, Ground
Block-A, Ground Student Volunteers First Year Floor
Floor Students
Date to be Welcoming Guests
Announced 10.00-10.10 hrs Introducing Vice Chancellor University Senior
University Officials: Officials and First CoET Block-A, Ground
DVC–Academic, Year Students Floor
DVC–PFA,
DVC–Research,
Principals, Deans &
Directors
10.10–10.50 hrs Address Vice Chancellor First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Students Floor
10.50–11.15 hrs Address DVC–Academic First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Students Floor
11.15–12.40 hrs Address DVC–PFA First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Students Floor
12.40–13.05 hrs Address DVC–Research First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Students Floor
13.05–13.10 hrs Closing Remarks Director, DUS First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Announcements Dean, DSTS Students Floor
13.10–13.30 hrs Soft Drinks Service Provider/Student First Year CoET Block-A, Ground
Volunteers Students Floor
13.30–18.00 hrs Free Time
08.00–11.00 hrs Entertainment DARUSO First Year Mabibo Hostel
Programme Students

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