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PROSPECTUS
FACULTY OF
LAW AND HUMANITIES
2019
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Contents
CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE – Dr RUTH MUBANGA ........................................................................................ 3
1. INTRODUCING THE UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA ............................................................................................. 4
2. THE UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA ADVANTAGE ................................................................................................ 5
3. OUR TEAM IS THERE FOR YOU .................................................................................................................. 6
4. CONTACT INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 7
5. FACULTY OF LAW AND HUMANITIES ........................................................................................................ 8
5.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 8
5.2 Summary of Programmes Available ................................................................................................... 8
5.3 Field Introductions .............................................................................................................................. 9
5.4 Course Outlines – Law ...................................................................................................................... 11 5.4.1 Bachelor of Laws ............................................................................................................................. 11
5.4.2 Diploma of Laws ...................................................................................................................... 12
5.5 Course Outlines – Criminal Justice ................................................................................................... 13 5.5.1 Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) ................................................................................................ 13
5.5.2 Diploma in Criminal Justice ......................................................................................................... 14
5.6 Course Outlines – Policing Practice .................................................................................................. 15 5.6.1 Bachelor of Policing Practice ....................................................................................................... 15
5.6.2 Diploma in Policing Practice ........................................................................................................ 16
5.7 Course Outlines – Social Work Practice & Development Studies ................................................... 17 5.7.1 Bachelor of Arts in Social Work Practice & Development Studies ................................................ 17
5.7.2 Diploma in Social Work Practice & Development Studies ............................................................ 18
5.8 POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES ..................................................................................................... 19 5.8.1 Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) ................................................................................................. 19
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CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE – Dr RUTH MUBANGA
Congratulations on your decision to undertake your studies with us at the University of Africa or for considering to do so. The decision to pursue further studies is a big step forward that requires careful consideration. Making a career choice can feel overwhelming in today’s fast changing world where there is a demand for graduates of high calibre who possess 21st Century skills. Today’s competitive job market enhances the need for a good degree from a reputable institution such as ours with a proven track record and the ability to improve at a great pace. I am proud to be associated with the University of Africa and am confident that you will find in it an institution that is always striving to bring out the best in all its members, student-focused, continuously improving and innovating, while maintaining high standards of quality.
I recently received the compliment from a visiting consultant who has worked widely internationally that she has never met a team so able to adapt to such a fast rate of improvement as the University of Africa team has done over the past couple of years. Continuous improvement has become a way of life and it has become deeply ingrained in the culture of the University. This is an important skill to have mastered in an unpredictable world. And so, when joining the University of Africa, you are also joining a team that is continuously evolving, thinking and moving forward. At University of Africa we provide an enjoyable, safe, caring, supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. Studying with us will be rewarding, stimulating and a life changing experience as our courses prepare you for professional life, in line with our motto Empowerment Towards Development. In February 2017, the University of Africa became part of the leading private education provider in Africa, the AdvTech group. This is a group of companies that takes pride in harnessing state of the art technology and providing students with the highest standards of education. This partnership will enable us to liaise with a wide variety of high quality institutions and academics within the group to give the best value to our students. My highlight of every year is graduation day when I have the privilege of awarding diplomas and degrees to hundreds of smiling faces as their proud families look on. I hope that soon I will have the privilege to do the same for you. I wish you all the best with your studies.
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1. INTRODUCING THE UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA
The University of Africa is a private university that focuses on quality education, service delivery and continuous improvement. After complying with provisions of the private university Act No 11/1999 of the laws of Zambia, the University of Africa was established in 2008 and has subsequently been re-accredited several times. In February 2017, the University of Africa became part of the leading private education provider in Africa, the AdvTech Group. The AdvTech Group serves tens of thousands of tertiary students through state of the art technology and the highest possible academic standards. The University of Africa offers diplomas, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and PhDs in the following Faculties:
● Faculty of Commerce and Development Studies
● Faculty of Law and Humanities
● Faculty of Education
● School of Post Graduate Studies
MOTTO VISION MISSION Empowerment towards development
To create a brilliant and profitable future for the University of Africa and its students, faculty and staff so that they can thrive and the citizens of Zambia and the continent benefit.
To provide ● Reputable academic qualifications
● Affordable and relevant study options
● A friendly and accommodating study
environment
● A place where students are equipped to
realise their dreams and ambitions
through:
- Academic integrity
- Service excellence
- Flexible, student focused
administration
- Innovative use of social and
technical media.
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2. THE UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA ADVANTAGE
Register at any time of the semester or year. This means that if issues such as finances, work pressures or family issues prevent you from registering, you do not need to wait until January or June to start. studiesstudies.
Continuous registration
throughout the year
Our philosophy is that a student can rather progress at a slower pace, as their finances allow, than not have the opportunity to study at all. For this reason, we allow students more time to complete their studies.
Tuition Fees are spread out over the course of the semester to make
Flexible, affordable and competitive
payment arrangements
You have access to a wide range of text books, research articles and
other supporting information sources from across the globe via our Electronic Resource Centre and Campus Library.
Physical and
Electronic Library
Four examination sessions per year facilitate progress without compromising quality. This compliments the fact that students can register and start their studies any time during the year. It also assists students, who have had to delay their studies due to personal reasons, to start again as soon as they are able.
Exams as you go
We have a culture of continuously optimising our operations in order to make education accessible to the wider community. In this way, the University of Africa has consistently maintained competitive tuition fees, while not forsaking quality of service delivery.
Lower study costs
With distance and part time studies, you can study whilst earning an income. Three further advantages of studying while working are: continue building a career; apply your learning at your workplace and better understand the context in which your studies will be applied.
Learn while you
earn
With our distance learning programmes, a student can take up a job anywhere or relocate for other reasons without interrupting his or her studies – even across borders. This ensures continuity of effort and saves on registration and tuition fees at new institutions.
Seamless locality –
not place bound
In partnership with the AdvTech Group, we have embarked on a major programme of harnessing the latest technology in education for the benefits of our students. This will improve customer service, simplify logistics and enhance connectivity.
Utilisation of
modern electronic technology
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3. OUR TEAM IS THERE FOR YOU
Dr Ruth Mubanga Chancellor
Mr Tom van der Zee Chairperson of the Council
Mr Victor Nyasulu Chairperson of the Board
ACADEMIC
Dr Christine Mushibwe Vice Chancellor
Prof Mandi Rukuni Head: PhD Leadership in Africa’s Development
Mr Ramap Bedding Head of Department: Faculty of Humanities and Law
Mr Kabaso Chungu Head of Department: Faculty of Business
Mr Fumbani Mphande Head of Department: Faculty of Education Dr Lindsay Trapnell Head of Department: Agriculture
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Mrs Naomi Katongo Registrar
Mrs Annie Nchunka Manager: Administration and Student Affairs
Mrs Natasha Himoonga Manager: Data and Logistics
Mr Kalowa Mwanza Accountant
Ms. Mumbi Mwelwa Assistant Librarian and Digital Marketing Specialist
Mr Mutondo Kawilila Senior Recruitment Consultant
Mr Josphat Manyoni Recruitment Consultant
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4. CONTACT INFORMATION
Physical Address Plot 5232, Makishi Road, Lusaka Postal Address P.O Box 35440, Thorn Park, Lusaka Telephone +260 211 230 812 Website www.universityofafrica.net Facebook University of Africa – Zambia
UniAfrica (for Alumni)
UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA STUDENT SERVICE CONTACT NUMBERS For your convenience,
you may contact the relevant department directly Tel. Number E-mail address Contact Name
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
Applications and New Registrations
096 543 2111 0972 21 22 23
[email protected] [email protected]
Student Recruitment Team
Acceptance letters 096 543 2111 097 774 5489
[email protected] [email protected]
Student Recruitment Team
Student Recruitment 096 634 3746 096 404 2991
[email protected] [email protected]
Josphat Manyoni Mutondo Kawilila
EXISTING STUDENTS
General Assistance 096 486 0805 097 572 3678
[email protected] [email protected]
Annie Nchunka Oscar Masiye
Assignments 096 525 8461 097 297 8988
Natasha Himoonga
Certificates 097 619 0018 [email protected] Naomi Katongo
Exams and exam registration
097 297 8988 096 952 7351
[email protected] [email protected]
Natasha Himoonga
Modules 097 618 9997 [email protected]
Payments and Statements
096 952 7361 097 729 6593
[email protected] [email protected]
Lakayana Mapulanga Emma Chibwe
Progress reports 097 572 3678 [email protected] Oscar Masiye
Residential Registration 097 297 8988 [email protected] Natasha Himoonga
Teaching Practice 097 619 0706 [email protected] Fumbani Mphande
Librarian and Digital 096 634 3746 [email protected] Mumbi Mwelwa
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5. FACULTY OF LAW AND HUMANITIES
5.1 Introduction
The Faculty of Law and Humanities offers a range of competitive programmes which are
tailored to industry and which offer relevant knowledge to foster professionalism for
graduates.
Listed below are the programmes offered under the Faculty of Law and Humanities.
5.2 Summary of Programmes Available
The University of Africa is particularly proud to offer Doctorates (PhD) by research
in the field of law. To enquire please contact the university directly.
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5.3 Field Introductions
i. Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
University of Africa’s flagship degree in law has been designed by curriculum experts and
practitioners in Zambia. The LLB degree is designed for students wishing to pursue a career
in the legal profession. This includes becoming an advocate, attorney, judge, or corporate
legal advisor. The LLB degree prepares students for a legal career.
The Bachelor of Laws programme at the University of Africa is desired to meet the growing
need for legally trained persons to work in the public and private sectors of the Zambian
Economy. The Programme is also intended to equip students with legal knowledge that would
enable them find placement both at home, the region and the world at Large.
The LLB will provide you with an education in the law that is distinguished by its rigour, depth
and conceptual sophistication.
ii. Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ)
The Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice is one of those unique offerings and opportunities.
It is designed that the student will gain the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in
law enforcement, the justice system, corrections, security, and social services. The programme
blends contemporary theory on the nature, extent, and cause of crime with the study of
national and international criminal justice practices. Students will apply criminal justice
theories to current issues as they gain perspective in three vitally important areas:
o Civic engagement, social responsibility, and global awareness
o Collection and analysis of data across organizations
o Teamwork and communication
This programme contributes to mutual understanding and co-operation between the present
criminal justice disciplines of police, prosecution authorities and corrections.
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iii. Bachelor of Policing Practice
The course is designed to meet the career needs of serving police officers from all jurisdictions,
along with members of other agencies that have a policing or law enforcement focus. The
Bachelor of Policing Practice aims to prepare graduates to undertake independent critical
reflection on policing policy and practices, and to apply the results of research in policing to
their own professional practice. Additionally, the programme aims to further enhance the
professional practice of police in order to further prepare them for roles in policing supervision
and management.
iv. Bachelor of Arts in Social Work Practice & Development Studies
Social Work and Development is the process or effort of increasing the positive outcomes within
a community by linking individuals and organizations to work towards common goals. The
people who are marginalized or living in poverty work together to identify their needs, create
change, exert more influence on decisions which affect their lives and work to improve
the quality of their lives, the communities in which they live, and the society of which they are
part. The overall focus is on poverty reduction and personal independence.
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5.4 Course Outlines – Law
5.4.1 Bachelor of Laws
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
Year 1 Semester I Legal Process LPR110
Criminal Law CRL110
Civil and Criminal Procedure CCP110
Constitutional Law CLA110
Semester II Law and Contract LAC120
Law and Tort LAT120
Commercial Law CML120
Land Law LLA120
Year 2 Semester I Administrative Law ADL210
Labour Law LAL210
Family Law FAL210
Immigration Law IML210
Semester II Business Association BUA220
Environmental Law ELA220
Consumer Protection Law CPL220
International Humanitarian Law IHL220
Year 3 Semester I Media Law MDL310
Law and Corporate Governance LCG310
Information Technology and the Law ITL310
Law of Evidence LEV310
Semester II Company Law CLA320
Intellectual Property Law IPL320
International Law INL320
Jurisprudence JUR320
Year 4 Semester I Research Methodology RSM310
Moot Court MOC410
Banking and Financial Law BFL410
Alternative Dispute Resolution ADR420 Semester
II Gender Law GEN420
Child Law CHL420
Research Project REP400
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5.4.2 Diploma of Laws
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
YEAR 1 Semester I Legal Process LPR110
Criminal Law CRL110
Civil and Criminal Procedure CCP110
Semester II Law and Contract LAC120
Law of Tort LAT120
Constitutional Law CLA110
YEAR 2 Semester I Administrative Law ADL210
Family Law FAL210
Immigration Law IML210
Semester II Environmental Law ELA220
Consumer Protection Law CPL220
International Humanitarian Law IHL220
YEAR 3 Semester I Law and Corporate Governance LCG310
Research Methodology RSM310
Law of Evidence LEV310
Semester II Intellectual Property Law IPL320
International Law INL320
Jurisprudence JUR320
Research Project REP300
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5.5 Course Outlines – Criminal Justice
5.5.1 Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ)
YEAR Semester SUBJECT CODE
Year 1 Semester I Academic Literacy ACL111
Constitutional Law CLA110
Introduction to the Principles of Criminal Justice ICJ110 Introduction to Criminal Justice Process IJP112
Semester II Computer and Information Technology CIT121
Sympodial Relations in Criminal Justice SRC120
Responsive Policing RSP120
Responsive Policing I: Specific Crimes Against the Person & Property PRO120
Year 2 Semester I Introduction to Criminology CRI220
Criminal Law CRL110
Proactive Roles in Policing, Law and Corrections PRO210 Responsive Roles in Policing, Law and Corrections RSP210 Semester II Criminal Justice Technology CJS206
Management of Criminal Justice System and Process CJS301 Introduction to Statistics STA111 Administrative Law ADL210
Year 3 Semester I Research Methodology RSM310
Law of Evidence LEV310
Introduction to Public Administration CPA123
Relationship Issues in the Criminal Justice RCJ310 Semester II Principles of Private Security PPS320
Patrolling and Crime Prevention PCP320
Investigation of Organized Crime IOC320 Research Project REP400
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5.5.2 Diploma in Criminal Justice
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
YEAR 1 Semester I Academic Literacy ACL111
Constitutional Law CLA110
Introduction to the Principles of Criminal Justice ICJ110 Semester II Computer and Information Technology CIT121
Sympodial Relations in Criminal Justice SRC120
Responsive Policing 1: Specific Crimes against the person and Property
RSP120
YEAR 2 Semester I Introduction to Criminology CRI220
Criminal Law CRL110
Proactive Roles in Policing, Law and Corrections PRO210
Semester II Criminal Justice Technology CJS206
Management of Criminal Justice System and Process CJS301 Administrative Law ADL210
YEAR 3 Semester I Law of Evidence LEV310
Research Methodology RSM310
Research Project REP300
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5.6 Course Outlines – Policing Practice
5.6.1 Bachelor of Policing Practice
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
Year 1 Semester I Academic Literacy ACL111
Business Communication BCM110
Constitutional Law CLA110
Industrial Psychology IPS221
Semester II Proactive Policing I: Rules & Regulations PRO120
Responsive Policing I: Specific Crimes Against the Person & Property RSP120
Introduction to Public Administration CPA123
Introduction to the Principles of Criminal Justice ICJ110
Year 2 Semester I Criminal Law CRL110
Proactive Criminal justice PRO210
Responsive Policing II: Principles & Theory RSP210 Law of Evidence LEV310
Semester II Civil and Criminal Procedure CCP110
Introduction to Criminology CRI220
Civil Liberties and Human Rights CLH220
Responsive Policing III CJS202
Year 3 Semester I Research Methodology RSM310
Administrative Law ADL210
Principles of Private Security PPS320
Patrolling and Crime Prevention PCP320
Semester II Investigation of Organised Crime IOC320
Criminal Justice Technology CJS206
Research Project REP400 Responsive Policing IV: Crimes Against the Economy and Cyber Crimes CJS310
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5.6.2 Diploma in Policing Practice
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE YEAR 1 Semester I Academic Literacy ACL111
Constitutional Law CLA110
Industrial Psychology IPS221
Semester II Proactive Policing I: Rules & Regulations PRO120
Responsive Policing I: Specific Crimes Against the Person & Property
RSP120
Introduction to the Principles of Criminal Justice ICJ110
YEAR 2 Semester I Criminal Law CRL110
Proactive Roles In Policing, Law and Corrections PRO210
Law of Evidence LEV310
Semester II Civil and Criminal Procedure CCP110
Introduction to Criminology CRI220
Civil Liberties and Human Rights CLH220
YEAR 3 Semester I Principles of Private Security PPS320
Research Methodology RSM310
Research Project REP300
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5.7 Course Outlines – Social Work Practice & Development
Studies
5.7.1 Bachelor of Arts in Social Work Practice & Development Studies
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
Year 1 Semester I Principles of Management MNT121
Introduction to Public Administration CPA123
Business Communication BCM110
Academic Literacy ACL111
Semester II Economics of Development EDV320
Organisational Behaviour OGB320
Introduction to Social Psychology ISP120
Introduction to Social Work ISW120
Year 2 Semester I Introduction to Sociology and Development ISD201
Introduction to Good Governance, Ethics and Leadership ETH310
Strategic Management STM220
Principles and Practices of Youth Work PPY220
Semester II Community Relations BPR223
Social Development BPS214 Politics and Local Governance PLG422
Planning for HIV AIDS PLN220
Year 3 Semester I Civil Liberties and Human rights CLH220
NGOs and Development NGD310
Gender and Development GEN210
Research Methodology RSM310
Semester II Social Policy and Development SPP421
Disaster Management DPR110
Social Service Systems & Delivery SCD443
Social Work Law Procedure & Evidence LPE320
Year 4 Semester I Mediation and Negotiation Skills MNS410
Community Health & Development CHD431
Poverty Reduction Strategy CDP431
Monitoring and Evaluation MAE310
Semester II Special Education, guidance and Counselling Skills EDD321
Community and Rural Development CRD431
Research Project REP400
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5.7.2 Diploma in Social Work Practice & Development Studies
YEAR SEMESTER SUBJECT CODE
Year 1 Semester I Academic Literacy ACL111
Principles of Management MNT121
Introduction to Public Administration CPA123 Semester II Organisational Behaviour OGB320
Introduction to Social Psychology ISP120
Introduction to Social Work ISW120
Year 2 Semester I Introduction to Sociology and Development ISD201 Introduction to Good Governance, Ethics and Leadership ETH310
Strategic Management STM220
Semester II Social Development BPS214
Politics and Local Governance PLG422
Planning for HIV AIDS PLN220
Year 3 Semester I NGOs and Development NGD310
Gender and Development GEN210
Research Methodology RSM310
Semester II Social Policy and Development SPP421
Disaster Management DPR110
Social Service Systems & Delivery SCD443
Research Project REP300
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5.8 POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
5.8.1 Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ)
The Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) programme is designed for candidates who wish to distinguish
themselves and advance in, the field of criminal justice, or those who seek a deeper understanding of crime
and justice for application in related fields. The Master of Criminal Justice will give you a competitive edge
whether you plan to enhance your career, teach, apply to law school, or pursue a doctorate.
Year 1
STAGE 1 Research Methodology RSM600
Proactive Criminal Justice MCJ502
Responsive Criminal Justice MCJ503
STAGE 2 Criminal Justice Administration MCJ504
Critical issues in Criminal Justice MCJ505
Year 2
STAGE 3 Research Proposal and Dissertation MCJ506