College of AfriCAn Wildlife MAnAgeMent, MWekA ProsPeCtus

College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka

Prospectus 2012/2013 - 2013/14 Academic Year

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF Excellence in Wildlife Management AND WILDLIFE TOURISM Training College of African wildlife Management, Mweka P.O. Box 3031, Moshi, KILIMANJARO - Tanzania Tel: +255 27 2756451 Fax: +255 732 975568 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.mwekawildlife.org

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The Table of Contents The Table of Contents

Foreword ............................................................................ xiii

1.0

Background of the College ...............................................

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1.1

Introduction .......................................................................

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Location and Climate ........................................................

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Vision ..................................................................................

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Mission ................................................................................

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Core Values .........................................................................

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How the College Operates ................................................

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1.6.1 The Governing Body .........................................................

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1.6.2 College Management Committee ....................................

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1.6.3 Academic Board ................................................................

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1.6.4 Trade Union (RAAWU) ...................................................

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1.6.5 College Worker’s Council .................................................

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1.6.6 Student Organization ........................................................

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Student Welfare ..................................................................

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1.7.1 Residence ............................................................................

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1.7.2 Postal, Banking and Email Services ................................

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1.7.3 Medical Services ................................................................

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1.7.4 Catering Services ...............................................................

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1.7.5 Faith and Religious Services .............................................

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1.7.6 Social Services and Sports ...............................................

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1.7.7 General Student Rules, Ethics and Regulations ............

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The Table of Contents 1.8

Code of Ethics for Lecturers ............................................

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1.8.1 Important Definitions .......................................................

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1.8.2 Scope of CoEL ....................................................................

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Training Programs Offered at the College .....................

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Application Process and Fee Structure ...........................

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Training Program Details ................................................

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Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management (NTA 4)........................................................

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2.1.1 Target Students ..................................................................

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2.1.2 Program Duration .............................................................

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2.1.3 Program Objectives ...........................................................

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2.1.4 Training Methodology ......................................................

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2.1.5 Program Assessment and Award .....................................

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2.1.6 Entry Qualifications ..........................................................

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2.1.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 .........................................

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Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting (NTA 5) ...

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Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 5) ....

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Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management (NTA 6) ......

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Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 6) .......... v



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Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management (NTA 8) .....

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2.7.2. Program Duration .............................................................

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2.7.7 Program Courses for 2012/13...........................................

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Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 8) .............

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2.8.7 Program Courses for 2012/13 ..........................................

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Postgraduate (PG) Diploma in Wildlife Management .. 58

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General Award, Assessment and Examination Regulations .........................................................................

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Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas ...

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3.1.1 Award and Assessment Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas ...............................

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3.1.2. Grading System for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas 71 3.1.3 Examination Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas ...........................................................

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Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and Postgraduate (PG) Diploma ....................................................................

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3.2.1 Award and Assessment Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma ................................................

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3.2.2. Grading System for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma 90 3.2.3 Examination Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma ................................................

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Definitions for Key Examination Terminology .............

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College Academic and Administrative Staff .................. 101

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Calendar of Activities (2012/13 Academic year) .......... 116

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Figures Figure 1: Participants at one of the international workshops on wildlife management at the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka. .................................

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Figure 2: Organizational structure of the College....................

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Figure 3: Students participating in learning activities at the College. ..............................................................

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Figure 4: College’s dormitories.

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Figure 5: Students in uniforms at College’s field site called Kwakuchinja Camp between Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks in northern Tanzania........

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Figure 6: College’s Library ..........................................................

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Figure 7: Students participating in tourism hunting exercises near Selous Game Reserve in Southern Tanzania .......................................................

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Figure 8: S tudents undertaking natural resource inventory in Arusha National Park, Tanzania ...........................

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Figure 9: Vehicles used in field training ....................................

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Figure 10: Some of the challenges encountered during field training .................................................................

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Tables Table 1: Training Programs offered at the College ................ 23 Table 2: Annual Tuition Fees for Programs offered at the College .................................................................... 25 Table 3: Estimated Annual Compulsory Direct Costs to Students (Non-Tuition Costs) .................................... 27 Table 4: Estimated Annual Optional Direct Costs to Students (Non-Tuition Costs) .................................... 28 Table 5: Fees for Modular and Tailor-made Short Courses (food is excluded) ........................................................ 29 Table 6: Modules for Basic Certificate Program in Wildlife and Tourism Management .........................................

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Table 7: Modules for Technician Certificate Program in Tourism Hunting ......................................................... 33 Table 8: Modules for Technician Certificate Program in Wildlife Management .................................................. 35 Table 9: Modules for Technician Certificate Program in Wildlife Tourism .......................................................... 38 Table 10: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Management for Year 1 ................................ 41 Table 11: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Management for Year 2 ................................ 44 Table 12: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Tourism for Year 1 ........................................

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Table 13: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Tourism for Year 2 ........................................

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Table 14: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 1 ............................................... 49 Table 15: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 2 ............................................... 51 Table 16: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 3 ............................................... 52 Table 17: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 1 .......................................................

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Table 18: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 2 .......................................................

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Table 19: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 3 .......................................................

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Table 20: Modules for PG Diploma in Wildlife Management...... 57 Table 21: Award and assessment plans for Certificate and Ordinary Diploma Awards ......................................... 57 Table 22: Percentage equivalents used to convert final module marks into letter grades ................................ 60 Table 23: Standards used to convert letter grades into grade points .......................................................... 64 Table 24: GPA for Semester 1 of the Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management .......................... 71 Table 25: Classification system used to determine class/division ................................................................

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Table 26: Award and assessment plans for Bachelor Degree and PG Diploma Awards .............................. 73 Table 27: Percentage equivalents used to convert final module marks into letter grades ................................ 74 Table 28: Classification system used to determine class/division ................................................................

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Acronyms Used ACB

……… Akiba Commercial Bank

AWLF ……… African Wildlife Leadership Foundation BOA

……… Bank of Africa

CBET ……… Competence–Based Education Training CBO

……… Community Based Organization

CEO

……… Chief Examination Officer

CoE

……… Center of Excellence

CoEL

………. Code of Ethics for Lecturers

CRDB ……… Cooperative and Rural Development Bank DRARC ……… Deputy Rector Academic Research and Consultancy EAC

……… East African Community

EACSO ……… East African Common Services Organizations FAO

……… Food and Agriculture Organization

FZS

……… Frankfurt Zoological Society

GPA

……… Grade Point Average

HD

……… Higher Diploma

IUCN ……… World Conservation Union / International Union for Conservation of Nature KCB

……… Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank

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KCMC ……… Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre MAA

……… Mweka Alumni Association

NACTE ……… National Council for Technical Education NBC

……… National Bank of Commerce

NGO

……… Non–Governmental Organization

NMB ……… National Microfinance Bank NTA

……… National Technical Award

NVA

……… National Vocation Award

OAU

……… Organization of African Unity

PG

……… Postgraduate

RAAWU ……… Research, Academician and Allied Workers Union UCB

……… Uchumi Commercial Bank

UNDP ……… United Nations Development Program VETA ……… Vocation and Education Training Authority WWF ……… World Wildlife Fund for Nature

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Foreword

Foreword The Prospectus describes the key features of the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka (CAWM) for prospective students and their potential supporters. It serves to attract potential (prospective) students to apply for programs offered by the College. It contains information about the College and the available training programs, including advice on how to apply and the benefits of accepting a place at the College. It also contains detailed information on the individual programs, examination and assessment regulations, the strengths of the academic staff, the campus, the special facilities, and the fees, as well as, the location and contact information for the College. Production of the Prospectus this year coincides with the 50th anniversary of the College, which culminates on 24 June 2013. Formal training of African wildlife managers began at the College on 24 June 1963. Since its establishment 50 years ago, the College has celebrated significant achievements. It received the UNEP’s International Sasakawa Environment Prize in 1986 and has maintained a stringent academic discipline, its qualifications being justly renowned both within Tanzania and internationally. The College grew from 25 students from five African countries (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Malawi and Cameroon) in the academic year 1963/64, to 502 students in 2011/12. For the past 50 years the College has trained over 5,000 wildlife managers from 52 countries worldwide (28 African countries and 24 other countries). The College is accredited by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) of Tanzania, and the number of training programs has grown from two in 1963 to nine (eight NTA Level and one Postgraduate) in 2012. The College also offers a variety of short courses in wildlife management and wildlife tourism. In order to celebrate its 50 years of existence, the College is planning to review achievements and past trends in wildlife management and wildlife tourism training in Africa. Through a conference on 22-24 June 2013, existing conditions in wildlife management and wildlife tourism training in Africa will be analyzed, and the College vision and mission redefined based on changing wildlife management and xiii College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14

Foreword

wildlife tourism scenarios. During the celebrations, the College also plans to review its strategic road map and instruments relevant to contemporary wildlife management and wildlife tourism markets, in order to foster and promote collaboration amongst key stakeholders of training in Africa. Production of the Prospectus this year also coincides with the official recognition of the College by the East African Community (EAC) as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in wildlife management and wildlife tourism training in the region. This achievement makes the College the only CoE for the EAC in these fields. For this reason, prospective students should opt to receive this excellent training at Mweka. I take this opportunity to officially inform friends of the College about this important event and key milestone in wildlife management and wildlife tourism training in Africa. It is my sincere hope that college alumni, stakeholders and sponsors will work with us to celebrate 50 years of excellence and existence of the college. I thank you in advance for your continued support. Long live Mweka and Happy Diamond Jubilee! Dr. Freddy Safieli Manongi Acting Rector

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Background of the College

1.0 Background of the College 1.1 Introduction The College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka (CAWM) was established by the College of African Wildlife Management Act, Number 8 of 1964. Chief Game Wardens and Directors of National Parks from Tanganyika, Kenya and Uganda, along with representatives of ministries responsible for wildlife in these three countries, a representative of the then East African Common Services Organization (EACSO) and a senior game warden from Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) laid down the formal establishment of the College and its training programs. On 24 June 1963, formal training began at Certificate and Ordinary Diploma levels for 25 wildlife managers from Tanganyika (which became Tanzania on 24 April 1964 after union with Zanzibar), Kenya, Uganda, Cameroon and Zambia. Prior to the establishment of the College, most employees of wildlife conservation areas in Sub-Saharan Africa had no formal training in wildlife management. Establishment of the College came after the Arusha Manifesto, signed by the first President of Tanzania, Dr. Julius K. Nyerere, in September 1961 while he was the Prime Minister of Tanganyika. The Manifesto highlighted, among other conservation commitments, the need for trained manpower to protect and manage Africa’s natural heritage. Since its establishment in 1963, the College has always retained its practical training standards and its regional and international nature in terms of student composition, the nature of its curriculum and its administration by the Governing Body. The Act provided for the creation of the Governing Body of the College. The composition of the original Governing Body was evidently regional in that all of the three East African nations (Kenya, Tanganyika and Uganda) were represented. They have remained active members of the Governing Body of the College ever since. The East African Common Services Organization (EACSO) and University of East Africa were also represented when the College was established in 1963. The World Conservation Union (IUCN) and World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) have also been 1 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


active members at different times since the College was established. Others who have been members of the Governing Body at different tenures include, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP)/ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), the East African Community (EAC), the African Wildlife Leadership Foundation (now African Wildlife Foundation) and the Organization of African Unity (OAU). The College’s curriculum and its training programs have continued to change practically to reflect the shifting African wildlife management paradigm, changing technological, climatic and socio-cultural aspects, and ecological, economic and financial conditions in Africa. These changing conditions have necessitated a change in the College curricula from pure wildlife management to curricula which also addresses other issues, such as wildlife-human interactions, wildlife tourism, trans-boundary conservation, wildlife economics, wildlife and religion, wildlife inventory for integrated planning and wildlife diseases. The College has always maintained academic staff with international experience in wildlife management training to put into practice the changing curricula of the College. The College is a pioneer institution in the field of wildlife management training in Africa and has remained the leader in this field for the past 50 years. The number of students enrolled each year and demand for its graduates are clear testimonies that the College is the centre of excellence in wildlife management and wildlife tourism training in Africa. Due to its competitiveness, the number of students enrolled at the College each year has increased from 25 in the academic year 1963/64 to 502 in 2010/11. The number of long-term programs has also increased from two in 1963/64 to nine (eight NTA Level and one Postgraduate) programs in 2011/12. In order to maintain its quality, the College is duly registered with the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE), with registration number REG/ANE/006 which was issued on 25 October 2002. Its training programs are also accredited by NACTE. The College always maintains up-to-date and appropriate training policies, strategic/business 2 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


plans, operational structures and regulations to ensure that it remains relevant to the wildlife management and wildlife tourism markets. 1.2 Location and Climate The College is located on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, 14km north of Moshi municipality. Kilimanjaro International Airport is approximately 60km from the College. The College is situated approximately 545km north of Tanzania’s commercial city, Dar es Salaam. It is positioned approximately 90km from the East African Community (EAC) headquarters and the tourist destination city of Arusha, and seven National Parks, namely, Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Mkomazi, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Arusha, and Saadani, and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, all of which can be reached from Mweka by road within a few hours. Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks in Kenya are also within a two hour drive from the College. There are two rainy seasons at Mweka: the short rains from October to December and the long rains from March to June. The College is at an altitude of 1,400m and temperatures can vary between seasons but generally range between 200C and 280C throughout the year. Due to its calm weather, geographical location and access from and to the main entry points of Tanzania, the College campus has always been favored by wildlife and tourism experts for seminars, workshops, symposia and conferences (see Figure 1).

Figure 1: Participants at one of the international workshops on wildlife manage ment at the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka.

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1.3

Vision

The vision of the College in the next five years is: “To be a centre of excellence in providing technical and professional training, research, and consultancy services to address the challenges of wildlife and tourism management for sustainable wildlife development in Africa”. 1.4

Mission

The long-term mission of the College is to: “To provide high standards of relevant professional and technical training, knowledge and skills to meet the needs of African wildlife management and tourism organizations for qualified, competent and informed personnel”. This will be achieved through: ☐ Providing relevant skills and knowledge to wildlife and tourism managers through a diverse range of practical wildlife and tourism management training programs to influence the right attitude; and ☐ Carrying out research and consultancy work to enhance the College’s performance and sustainable development. 1.5

Core Values

The College will provide services to its students, sponsors and the general public while observing the following core values and principles: ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

Delivering quality services efficiently Committing to wildlife and biodiversity conservation principles Committing to sustainable wildlife tourism principles Adhering to professional ethics Being client oriented Being creative and innovative Respecting the law and being loyal to the Government Practicing honesty, fairness, accountability and transparency 4



1.6 How the College Operates The College is organized into a distinctive structure, with College officers responsible for different College duties (see Figure 2). It also operates through its executives and committees. All functions of the College are organized into a Body (The Governing Body), Committees, Boards, Councils, Departments and Units. This structure helps the College operationalize its vision, mission, strategic objectives and service delivery targets. Other instruments that provide College executives with good governance principles include the Strategic Plan, Business Plan, Financial Regulations, Human Resources Regulations, Schemes of Service and other legal instruments. 1.6.1 The Governing Body The College’s Governing Body, whose Chairman is appointed by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania and other members being appointed by the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, is the highest policy-making organ of the College. The current Governing Body draws representatives from the Office of the Prime Minister, the Wildlife Division, Tanzania National Parks, Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority, East African Community, Kenya Wildlife Service, Uganda Wildlife Authority, African Wildlife Foundation, World Wildlife Fund for Nature - Tanzania Office, and representatives from the Parliament of Tanzania

Figure 2: Organizational structure of the College.



The Governing Body operates through four committees: 1) Executive, 2) Management and Staff Development, 3) Planning and Finance and 4) Academic. This committee structure helps the Governing Body to transact its business with efficiency and effectiveness. The Governing Body meets quarterly to receive, discuss and deliberate on strategic issues brought to them by the management of the College. The Rector, who is the Chief Accounting Officer and Chief Academic Officer of the College, is the Secretary of the College Governing Body. 1.6.2

College Management Committee

The College Management Committee assists the Rector of the College in running day-to-day operations. The College’s regulations and guidelines help the Management Committee to transact its business on a daily basis. It submits quarterly reports to the Governing Body of the College. Management Committee meetings take place to consider reports from Deputy Rectors, Heads of Departments (Wildlife Management, Wildlife Tourism and Research/Consultancy) and Units (Finance, Library, and Human Resources and Administration), and the Chief Admissions Officer, Dean of Students, and Chief Examinations Officer. 1.6.3

Academic Board

The Academic Board controls the internal academic affairs of the College, including teaching, research and consultancy. It is ultimately responsible for the quality and standards of all courses offered by the College. It consists of the Deputy Rectors, Heads of Departments and all academic staff, and is chaired by the Rector. It is responsible for reviewing examination regulations and training quality procedures/ processes, and submitting them to the Management Committee, and ultimately the Governing Body for approval. The operations of the Academic Board are governed by training quality standards set by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE). The NACTE and Training Quality Compliance Coordinator (NTQCC) provide a strategic link between the College’s curricula and NACTE.



NTQCC also serves as a link between students and College management in terms of the quality of training. Students participate in the administration of their academic affairs through a student organization which reports to the Academic NTQCC Board. 1.6.4 Trade Union (RAAWU) Research, Academicians and Allied Workers Union (RAAWU) is a trade union or labor union for workers in research and academic institutions in Tanzania who are banded together to achieve common goals, such as better working conditions. RAAWU, through its leadership, bargains with the employer (College) on behalf of its members and negotiates employment contracts. This may include the negotiation of work rules and procedures, complaint procedures, rules governing recruitment and promotion of workers, benefits, workplace safety and policies. Principally, RAAWU was established for the purpose of protecting collective interests of College employees who are members. It ensures that the interests of its members are mainstreamed into the College decision-making processes for equity and to better staff performance and College productivity. 1.6.5 College Worker’s Council The Worker’s Council links the Management Committee and RAAWU to ensure that College staff members are involved in the College’s development processes. Review and development of key management instruments are considered by the Worker’s Council before approval by the Governing Body. Therefore, the Worker’s Council serves to ensure that College staff members participate in the strategic development of the College and that principles of good governance are adhered to during the development of the main instruments governing the College. 1.6.6 Student Organization The College of African Wildlife Management Student Organization (CAWMSO) constitutes a structure through which students become 7 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


involved in the affairs of the College. The organization works in partnership with the College management, staff and student sponsors for the benefit of the College and its student community. It is a forum used by students to share ideas, interests and concerns within the student community and with the College management. In other words, it links the Governing Body, Management Committee and Academic Board to the student community. It also coordinates College-wide activities for students, including social events, community projects, and other student development activities. CAWMSO often serves to engage students in learning about democracy and leadership.

Figure 3: Students participating in learning activities at the College

1.7 Student Welfare 1.7.1 Residence Student hostel accommodation (see Figure 3) is available for about 400 students on a non-shared and shared occupancy basis. Rooms are allocated to students on a first-come, first-serve basis. For those who are not accommodated on campus, accommodation can be secured either in Moshi municipality (approximately 14km from the College) or at Mweka and Sungu villages adjacent to the College. Public transport between Mweka and Moshi is not very reliable, but students staying off-campus can organize themselves and arrange for transport from Moshi on terms to be decided by the group of students and owner of the transport facility.



Figure 4: College’s dormitories

1.7.2

Postal, Banking and Email Services

Telephone, internet, photocopying and FAX services are available at the College at a reasonable cost. Computer facilities at the College provide students with access to the cable and wireless internet for training purposes. The College is in the process of allowing private firms to operate an internet cafe on the College campus in order to enhance the existing College-operated internet laboratory. Banking services are available and accessible in Moshi municipality. The National Bank of Commerce (NBC), Akiba Commercial Bank (ACB), National Microfinance Bank (NMB), Bank of Africa (BOA), Standard Chartered Bank, Barclays Bank, Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB), Stanbic Bank, Exim Bank, Cooperative and Rural Development Bank (CRDB), Kilimanjaro Cooperative Bank (KCB), Tanzania Postal Bank (TPB), Uchumi Commercial Bank (UCB) and many more banks exist in Moshi municipality. Students can access these bank services anytime during the week. Due to the vibrant nature of business in Moshi municipality, many more banks and financial institutions are envisaged in the near future. The College is also in negotiation with different banks to install ATM machines on or near the campus. The Post Office, Couriers (e.g. DHL and EMS) and money transfer companies (e.g. Western Union, mobile phone companies) are available locally at Mweka or in Moshi municipality.



1.7.3

Medical Services

Medical care is provided at the College dispensary, staffed by a full-time doctor who is the Medical Officer, a health laboratory technician and a nurse. Students requiring medical attention report to the dispensary at the times posted on the dispensary notice board. Students who need emergency attention outside the posted times should report to the Medical Officer. If treatment outside College facilities is necessary, students will be referred to a hospital that offers consultancy services (e.g. Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), Kibosho Designated District Hospital and Mawenzi Regional Hospital). There are several private hospitals in Moshi municipality and Moshi rural district. Students referred to hospitals for outpatient treatment must obtain a medical certificate from the hospital, and present this to the Medical Officer upon their return to campus. College fees cover medical treatment that is provided by the College dispensary; however, they do not cover medical treatment provided outside of the College dispensary. Students are advised to take health insurance before or immediately after arriving at the College. Any medical expenses incurred outside the College dispensary will be the responsibility of the students themselves and will not be reimbursed by the College. Students are encouraged to join health insurance services like the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) in order to cover their medical services outside the College dispensary, so that they are covered whenever and wherever they fall sick. As in most of SubSaharan Africa, malaria, typhoid and flu are very common diseases, and it is recommended that students take the necessary precautions. A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate may be required for visitors to Tanzania depending upon their country of origin. All foreign students should check in advance prior to departure from their home country, and be vaccinated against Yellow Fever if required. HIV/AIDS is a global pandemic, and Tanzania and Mweka village are no exception to this devastating disease. The College has an HIV/AIDS workplace policy and strategic plan to support the global war against this pandemic. Since there is no cure for HIV/AIDS, the College 10 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


provides guidelines for prevention of HIV transmission, voluntary testing and management of people living with HIV, and guidance on confidentiality and reduction of stigmatization. 1.7.4

Catering Services

The College owns a cafeteria that is operated by a private company. Students can use this facility or use other facilities outside the College campus. Students are responsible for administration of cafeteria services through CAWMSO. The students elect a Cafeteria Committee, who works with the cafeteria service providers on any matters relating to cafeteria services. Any complaints or suggestions regarding catering should be reported to the Cafeteria Committee, and the cafeteria service provider. The Dean of Students and Contract Manager for the College act as a link between the cafeteria service providers on matters relating to the contract between the service providers and the College. The College is not responsible for the provision of food or the effects of food taken by students on or off of the campus. It is strictly prohibited to use College dormitories for cooking. Therefore, students are not allowed to keep any cooking facilities in their rooms. The College will undertake regular inspection in the dormitories to enforce this rule. Any student found guilty of keeping cooking facilities or cooking in dormitories will receive a penalty as determined by the College management. 1.7.5 Faith and Religious Services The College is a non-religious institution. However, the College acknowledges the positive role that faith and religion play in wildlife conservation and in the support of peace and human institutional stability. It recognizes that religions and religiosity have the capacity to change worldviews on sustainability issues, provide moral authority that can influence human attitudes and behavior toward sustainability, and have community-building capabilities with a large base of 11 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


adherents and followers. Thus, the College will not interfere with any religious practices that uphold the values outlined above. However, the Law of the United Republic of Tanzania prohibits preaching or distribution of faith-based materials that are considered inflammatory and represent threats to public order. 1.7.6 Social Services and Sports The College has sports facilities for indoor and outdoor games, including a soccer (football) pitch, courts for lawn tennis, squash, basketball and volleyball, table tennis, darts and badminton. It will be important for students to bring sports gear. Students have access to satellite television for educational and entertainment purposes in the evenings and on weekends. Moshi municipality and its neighborhoods are also accessible to the students around the clock for social interactions and sports. 1.7.7 General Student Rules, Ethics and Regulations The purpose of the College includes the advancement of knowledge, the pursuit of truth, the development of students, and the promotion of the general well-being of the College society. As a community, we share dedication to maintaining an environment that supports trust, respect, honesty, civility, free inquiry, creativity and open exchange of ideas. The College, therefore, strives to provide quality training and ensure that high standards of responsible communal life are established and maintained. Therefore, the College expects high levels of personal integrity and a sense of responsibility from its students while oncampus, during field training and in other places where there are high stakes. Student rules and regulations outlined in this document are intended to guide student conduct and behavior. They are intended to guard against actions and conduct that may be injurious to the learning environment, College community and future citizenry of the graduates. These rules are cited as the “College of African Wildlife Management Students’ Conduct Disciplinary Proceedings and Penalties”. In order to uphold the values outlined above, the College also maintains a code of ethics for all of the staff, including lecturers. 12 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


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Academic Performance Standards

The Academic Board of the College requires every student to achieve a set standard of performance in both academic and practical field training, in order to obtain College certificates, diplomas and/or degrees. If any student is unable or unwilling to meet these standards, a penalty will be given in accordance with the Assessment and Examination Regulations of the College. Assessment and Examination Regulations will be applied to enforce the set performance standards. ☐ Hours of Formal Classroom Work The College maintains the following hours for classroom work, depending on annual course timetables: Monday to Friday:

0800 hrs to 1000 hrs 1030 hrs to 1230 hrs 1400 hrs to 1600 hrs 1630 hrs to 1830 hrs

Days and time frames may change at any moment as will be determined by the circumstances. ☐ Unacceptable Behaviors Examples of unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to the following: •

conduct that does, or is likely to, cause damage or defacement of property, or violence against persons

•

drunkenness, causing disorder, or using illicit drugs (see section on liquor and drugs)

•

conduct that does, or is likely to, obstruct or interfere with the holding of lectures, practical field training or any lawful function, such as meetings or social functions, authorized to take place 13 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


•

interference with any mechanical, electrical or other installations

•

theft committed within or outside of the College

•

being in unauthorized possession of any College property

•

using abusive language against other students, or any employee or member of the College community

•

forging a document or offering false documents

•

failure to pay outstanding debts of any kind

There are Student Rules and Regulations to guide student behavior and conduct to avoid such offenses ☐ Limitation of College Responsibility Matters concerning salary, allowances, privileges and entitlement under the terms and conditions of service of any student must be dealt with by the student him/herself and his/her sponsor. The College takes every precaution to ensure the security of student property by providing lockable dormitories and general security guards. The College cannot accept responsibility for the loss of personal belongings. ☐ Uniforms for Field Training Safaris and Dressing Code The College uniform will be worn at all times during practical field training, and at times and places that will be determined by the College authorities. Students will not be allowed to participate in field training without wearing the standard uniform. Students are personally responsible for the purchase of a standard College uniform. In order to ensure that students have standard uniforms, the College will maintain samples of material, color and style for students to copy. Figure 5 shows students in uniform at a field training exercise. Clothing, like any other aspects of human physical appearance, has a social significance, with different rules and expectations being valid depending on circumstance and occasion. Outside of field training



programs, the College expects students to dress according to the occasion and within socio-cultural limits.

Figure 5: S tudents in uniforms at College’s field site called Kwakuchinja Camp between Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks in northern Tanzania.

☐

Cleanliness and Tidiness

All students are expected to support cleanliness of the College. Rubbish should be deposited in the receptacles provided, and not left lying around or thrown in lavatory sinks and toilets. Littering is strictly prohibited on the College campus, and at all field training sites. ☐ Dormitories College dormitories and bathrooms must be kept clean and tidy. Students must not conduct themselves in the dormitory blocks in a way likely to cause offense or annoyance to other students. At all times in the hostels, noise of any kind, including music, must be kept to levels acceptable by the majority of students. The College does not provide bedding in its dormitories. Students who choose to occupy the College dormitories are responsible for providing their own linens, pillows, towels and blankets.



☐ Laundry Services Students are responsible for washing their personal clothing at the places provided in the hostels. Students can utilize the College’s laundry facilities and services at costs published by the College management and posted on laundry notice boards. ☐

Being Away from the College

No permission is necessary for students who wish to be away from the College campus outside of class hours. However, to be away during class hours, students are required to apply for permission through their lecturers and the Dean of Students, depending on the nature of absenteeism. Lecturers will keep student attendance records. Unacceptable absenteeism during lectures will be treated in accordance with the Assessment and Examination Regulations. Students who wish to suspend their program for any reason must follow College procedures, including completion of clearance forms. ☐

Care of College Property

Students must take special care of College furniture, fittings, stores, equipment and other property kept at their disposal. Any shortages, breakages, damage or loss will be reported immediately to College authorities for follow-up. ☐

Museum Specimens, Models and Exhibits

College specimens, models and exhibits are valuable and fragile. Great care is required when handling them. They are not to be removed without the permission of a storekeeper or College technician. ☐ Library The Library operates in accordance with the Library Rules and Regulations. These rules are issued to students upon arrival at the College. Figure 6 shows areas of the College library. 16 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Figure 6 : College’s Library

☐ Fire Precautions Students must ensure that they are conversant with fire drill procedures as laid down in the Fire Drill Orders. Fire care and extinguishing exercises will be carried out from time to time in accordance with those orders. Firefighting skills are imparted to students in order for them to participate in firefighting in the unexpected and highly unlikely event of a fire. Students must take every precaution against starting fires, and must exercise care when using electrical gadgets, using matches and disposing of cigarette ends, in order to avoid setting fires accidentally. Also, students must be ready to professionally participate in the management of wildfires on-campus and in wildlife conservation areas. ☐ Smoking Cigarettes and Pipes Smoking cigarettes and pipes is not permitted in public places, particularly in hostel rooms, classrooms, the dining hall, library, workshops, offices, tents, lavatories, and other closed or semi-closed public places within the campus or at campsites during the field training safaris. Students should be conscious and aware that smoking cigarettes or pipes is harmful to their health, and the health of those around them.



☐

Private Social Activities, including Sports

Organized sports are recognized as part of the College’s extra-curricular activities. An appointed Student Sports Committee is responsible for the running of sports and sporting activities in co-operation with the College authorities. The Dean of Students is the liaison officer between the management and students on sports and entertainment. ☐

Communication and Photocopying Facilities

The College strives to maintain telephone, internet, photocopy and facsimile services on-campus. They are operated by the private sector and can be utilized for a fee. Mobile telephone services can be accessed on campus through various mobile telephone companies. ☐

Private Motor Vehicles and Other Valuables

The College is not liable for the custody of private motor vehicles or any other valuables on the College campus. Students who bring their vehicles and other valuables are doing so at their own risk. Any student who brings his/her car onto campus must park the vehicle at designated parking sites for private vehicles. ☐ Liquor and Drugs The use of alcoholic beverages is confined to designated sites, and to any other sites where prior arrangements have been made between the College authorities and the Student Council. No drugs other than those prescribed by a qualified doctor for medical purposes may be in the possession of any student. Possession, consumption, supply or sale of drugs, including narcotics, barbiturates, hallucinogens, marijuana and amphetamines, as well as every other substance not chemically distinguishable from them, is prohibited.



The College management cooperates with Law Enforcement Officers to combat the use of illegal drugs. The College regularly demands students to be tested for the use of illicit drugs. Students who refuse to undertake random or systematic drug tests will be expelled from the College. Students who test positive for banned substances/illegal drugs will be expelled from the College. ☐ Student Visitors Students may have personal guests between 0600 hrs and 2200 hrs. A student is responsible for his/her guests, and must see that their guest(s) leave the campus by 2200 hrs. A student recipient of a guest will be charged US$50 a night if these hours are breached. College security guards are empowered to check physically on a regular basis to ensure these regulations are not breached. All visitors must register at the main gate and obtain a Visitor’s Pass upon their arrival. A Visitor’s Pass must be countersigned by the recipient of a visitor and returned to the Security Officers at the main gate at the time of departure of the visitor. 1.8

Code of Ethics for Lecturers

This Code of Ethics for Lecturers (CoEL) is intended as a framework for creating a good, safe and stimulating learning environment, whereby lecturers respectfully adhere to their professional ethics as expected by the employer, students and College stakeholders. In order to create and maintain such an environment, it is important to establish a number of ethical guidelines that ensure professional lecturers act with conscious efforts to exemplify the highest ethical standards. The CoEL is a policy applied by the College in the context of providing a safe and non-discriminatory workplace and study environment. The CoEL covers different aspects related to intimidation, aggression, violence and discrimination, sexual harassment and the related code of ethics, with the overall aim being to promote learning and enhance equity and good relationships between the College and its 19 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


core stakeholders, the students. Also, the CoEL enhances the learning environment at the College, nurturing all students to fulfill their potential. 1.8.1 Important Definitions Standard Behavior Standards of behavior and conduct viewed as desirable or proper in a general social context. These are also guidelines for lecturers in their attitude, behavior and actions in the implementation of their professional tasks. Undesirable Behavior or Ethics Behavior and conduct viewed as unwanted or improper in a general social context. Undesirable behavior includes any type of harassment, aggression, violence and discrimination, including sexual relationships with students. It also includes improper or unprofessional languages, gestures and dress, including hair styling. Lecturers Lecturers include student counselors, researchers, student assistants, trainees, temporary staff and visiting staff, and staff who teach or supervise students (in groups or individually), or who assess student performance. Gift A gift is money or anything that has value to someone who holds a certain position and which could influence his or her decision. Integrity Aspect Integrity is earning and sustaining public trust by being honest, open and transparent in all dealings and acting in the best interest of College stakeholders. 20 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


1.8.2 Scope of CoEL The CoEL applies to all contact between lecturers and students of the College, both contact which takes place in the context of professional activities or study activities, and contact which takes place outside these contexts. It also includes behavior that prevents or promotes the learning process. 1.8.3 Professional Code of Ethics for Lecturers The following codes of ethics will guide the conduct of lecturers at the College: a) Lecturers will, at all times, demonstrate proper behavior in their contact with one another and with students. Treating one another in a respectful manner is a primary requirement of this ethical code of conduct. b) Lecturers will show particular respect to students for differences relating to ethnic or national origin, religious-cultural conviction, gender, sexual preference and disability. c) Lecturers will refrain from any undesirable behavior, in particular (sexual) harassment, aggression, violence and discrimination towards students. d) Lecturers will be aware of their exemplary role and will promote the standards of behavior prescribed in the code of conduct, both in word and deed. e) Lecturers will observe the necessary detachment in their relations with individual students and will keep these relations on a professional basis. They will not abuse the (good) relationship that exists between students and themselves. f) In their relations with students, lecturers will be mindful of the disparity of their relationship in terms of dependence and authority. g) Lecturers will ensure that mixing personal and professional relationships with students is avoided. 21 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


h) Lecturers will avoid personal contact with individual students in situations or in places where this could give rise to the semblance of (sexual) harassment or abuse of power, or could cast doubt on the integrity of a respective lecturer. i) Lecturers will not accept any form of gift (money or goods) from students. j) Lecturers will appear professional in their dress, including hair styling. To this effect, lecturers will be provided with two types of professional (decent) uniform to be worn in field training and in the classroom environments. Lecturers are expected to dress their hair decently and properly in order to avoid disruption of the learning process. k) Use of technological devices (e.g. mobile phones) or any gestures that can disrupt the learning process will be avoided during lectures or field training exercises. Technological devices or professional gestures that can enhance the learning processes are encouraged. l) Non-professional languages and non-professional examples (which are offensive) will be avoided in class and during field training. In the unlikely circumstance that a relationship of a personal or intimate nature develops between a lecturer and a student, if a lecturer accepts a gift from a student, or if any of these codes of ethics are breached, the College management will ensure appropriate actions are taken against the lecturer concerned. 1.9 Training Programs Offered at the College The College offers eight different programs under the National Technical Award (NTA) system accredited by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) of Tanzania, and one postgraduate training program. Table 1 provides a summary of the programs offered at the College.



Table 1: Training Programs offered at the College. Program Name NTA Level Duration Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management

NTA 4

6 months

Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting

NTA 5

1 year

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management

NTA 5

1 year

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism

NTA 5

1 year

Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management

NTA 6

2 years

Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism NTA 6

2 years

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management

NTA 8

3 years

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism

NTA 8

3 years

Postgraduate Diploma in Wildlife Management

Not Applicable

1 year



1.10 Application Process and Fee Structure Prospective students may pick up an application at the College, or download one from the College’s website at www.mwekawildlife.org. Applications may also be obtained by telephoning Mweka at +255 (0) 272756451 or by sending an email request to the College at mweka@ mwekawildlife.org. Completed applications may be delivered to Mweka by courier service (e.g. EMS, DHL or Federal Express) to the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka, Kibosho Road, Kilimanjaro, Moshi, Kilimanjaro -Tanzania; or by postal service to the College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka, P.O. Box 3031, Moshi, Kilimanjaro - Tanzania. An application fee of US$10 (Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas) and US$20 (Bachelor Degrees and Postgraduate Diploma) must be paid to a College bank account or in-person at the College before an application can be processed. Application fees should be made directly to the College of African Wildlife Management bank account at NBC Ltd., Moshi Branch, PO Box 3030, Moshi, Tanzania, Account No. 017105002480, Swift Code: NLCBTZTX for foreign currency payments; and at CRDB Bank Ltd Moshi Branch, Account No. 01J1039905500 for payments made in equivalent Tanzanian Shillings. Application fees are subject to change annually to reflect changing economic and financial circumstances. Prospective students will be informed accordingly. A summary of fees to be paid for the different programs and the conditions related to fees payments are described below. Table 2 provides a summary of the tuition fees which must be paid directly to a College bank account during registration. These fees cover tuition, Student Council (US$20), NACTE Annual Examinations (US$40) and residence permit.



Table 2: Annual Tuition Fees for Programs offered at the College. Program Tanzanian Other Students Students (US$) (US$) Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management (NTA 4)

1,133

2,670

Technician Certificate in Tourist Hunting (NTA 5)

3,320

6,620

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management (NTA 5)

2,225

5,300

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 5)

2,910

5,985

Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management

1st Year

2,525

5,700

2nd Year

2,520

5,395

1st Year

3,020

6,020

2nd Year

3,520

6,820

1st Year

2,875

6,175

OR Wildlife Tourism

2nd Year

3,200

6,400

3rd Year

3,500

7,000

(NTA 6) Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 6) Bachelor Degree (NTA 8) in Wildlife Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Wildlife Management 2,875 6,175



Fees for accommodation on College properties, as shown in Table 3, must be paid in full, or in two installments of 50% at the beginning of each semester, except for Basic Certificate accommodation fees where both accommodation and tuition must be paid in full at the beginning of the semester. Payments for tuition and accommodation should be made directly to the College of African Wildlife Management bank account at NBC Ltd., Moshi Branch, PO Box 3030, Moshi, Tanzania, Account No. 017105002480, Swift Code: NLCBTZTX for foreign currency payments; and at CRDB Bank Ltd Moshi Branch, Account No. 01J1039905500 for payments made in equivalent Tanzanian Shillings. No student can be registered or allowed into College’s properties and programs without paying the College fees. College fees are subject to change annually to reflect changing economic and financial circumstances. Students and sponsors will be informed accordingly. Table 3 provides a summary of estimated annual compulsory costs to students that are not included in the College tuition fees. These costs should be provided to the students by their sponsors. The listed items are compulsory for students to undergo training of the College. The listed items may be obtained from shops and stores country-wide, or may be ordered online. Note that students will not be allowed to participate in the field training without standard uniforms (a sample can be obtained at the College) and field guide books of birds, mammals and plants of East Africa. Also, students will be required to bring their own beddings if they opt to stay in the College’s accommodation properties. You should also note these are estimated costs, except for accommodation.



Table 3: Estimated Annual Compulsory Direct Costs to Students (Non-Tuition Costs). Items Tanzanian Other Students Students (US$) (US$) Cafeteria Costs

800-1500 800-1500

Accommodation College property on campus (double shared rooms)

300

600

College property on campus (triple shared rooms)

250

500

Accommodation

College property on campus (self-contained shared quadrate rooms) 200 400 College property on campus (self-contained non-shared rooms)

500

1000

Off campus (private property outside the College campus)

400-800

400-800

Transport for off-campus students

400-600

400-600

Stationeries

50 50

Pair of binoculars*

50

50

100

100

10-20

10-20

10

10

50-70

50-70

500

500

Field guide books: birds, mammals and plants of East Africa1 Scientific calculator* Field waterproof note book, writing pad and pencil Uniform (shoes, green shirt and trousers)* 1-month field externship for Technicians Certificate in Wildlife Tourism students* 27



Visa for Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting to travel to Alvdalen, Sweden*

200

200

1-month field externship for Technicians Certificate in Tourism Hunting students*

500

500

Research Project for 3rd year Bachelor Degree Programs*

500

500

1-month field externship for Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism in (Year II)*

500

500

Beddings*

20-30 20-30

* These costs are incurred once during the course of the program (except possibly beddings). Table 4 provides a summary of estimated annual costs to students on services and equipment that are not included in tuition fees, and are optional. These costs should be provided by sponsors to students. Camera and sports gears may be obtained in any outdoor store country-wide, or they may be ordered online. It is recommended that students have a laptop computer. Table 4: Estimated Annual Optional Direct Costs to Students (Non-Tuition Costs).

Items

Tanzanian Other Students Students (US$) (US$)

Camera

100 100

Stipend (for toiletries and other essentials)

300-600 300-600

Sports Gear Laptop Computer

20

20

600-800

600-800



Arrangements can be made for modular and tailor-made short courses, on a tailor-made basis as follows in Table 5. For modular and short courses, 100% of tuition and accommodation fees must be paid in advance. In the event that the College offers courses in collaboration with other institutions or courses include considerable travel for field training exercises, fees may vary. Table 5: Fees for Modular and Tailor-made Short Courses (food is excluded). Course Definition Tuition Fees Tuition Fees and per Student Accommodation per Week per student per (US$) Week (US$) Modular Courses

Students join on-going course modules

200 300

Short Courses onShort courses campus (Tailor-made) that take place on-campus only

450

500

Short Courses Short courses off-campus/outreach that take place (Tailor-made) away from the College campus

750*

Not Applicable

600

750

Short Courses on- Short courses campus and field- that take place oriented (Tailor-made) on campus with some days in the field



* A lso, for short courses done off-campus, participants or their sponsors will need to pay the costs of transport and full board accommodations for participating lecturer(s). Table below provides a summary of short courses which will be delivered during the 2012/2013 academic year, and repeated during the 2013/2014 academic year. Table 6:

Short Courses offered by the College 2012/2013

Course Name Timing Fees Conservation Action Planning and Financial Reporting for Wildlife Management Areas

10-21 June 2013

US$ 450/week

13-24 May 2013

US$ 450/week

8-19 April 2013

US$ 450/week

Intelligence and Law Enforcement for Modern-Day Poaching 17-18 June 2013

US$ 450/week

GIS and Conservation

1-12 July 2013

US$ 450/week

Ballistics and Applied Firearm

22 April-3 May 2013 US$ 450/week

Wildlife Tourism for Hotel and Tour Operator Managers

5-10 May 2013

US$ 450/week

Snake Capturing, Handling and Translocation 1-12 July 2013

US$ 500/week

Wildlife Inventory and Monitoring for Wildlife Management Areas Tour Guiding and Interpretation


Training Program Details

2.0 Training Program Details 2.1

Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management (NTA 4)

2.1.1 Target Students The College offers a Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management which is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 5 training or work in the lower ranks of Wildlife or Natural Resource Management Agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is jointly taught by the Departments of Wildlife Management and Wildlife Tourism. 2.1.2 Program Duration The Basic Certificate Program is a six-month program. The program runs twice each academic year, from July to December and January to June. Students may also attend these modules over a longer period of time to suit their own needs. 2.1.3 Program Objectives This program aims to provide basic knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes that will enable graduates to work in governments, NGOs, local communities, the private sector and international agencies to support in the management of wildlife and tourism industries. The Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management therefore takes both national and international perspectives on board. It is designed to provide students with essentials of basic understanding of the Wildlife and Tourism Management sectors through field practical training in protected areas. After completion of the program, graduates will have acquired skills and knowledge to support them in undertaking wildlife and tourism management initiatives in both private and public sectors. This program also lays the foundation for NTA Level 5 training offered by the College.



2.1.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, and field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari module. 2.1.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 120 credits to be eligible for the Basic Certificate Award. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Basic Certificate modules. In order to pass Basic Certificate modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 50% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 50%. Module assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.1.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is an Ordinary Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least three (3) passes. 2.1.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary.



Table 7: Modules for Basic Certificate Program in Wildlife and Tourism Management. Code

Module Title

Credits

WMB 04101 Introduction to Basic Communication Skills 6 WMB 04102 Conservation Geography

10

WMB 04103 Basic Mathematics

10

WMB 04104 Basics of Wildlife Management

10

WMB 04105 Wildlife Biology: Plants

8

WMB 04106 Wildlife Biology: Animals

24

WMB 04107 Introduction to Wildlife Ecology

12

WMB 04108 Basics of Wildlife Tourism and Hunting

16

WMB 04109 Basics of Resource Interpretation WMB 04210 Introduction to Law Enforcement and Anti-Poaching

8 16

2.2 Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting (NTA 5) 2.2.1 Target Students The Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 6 or work in lower ranks of wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is jointly taught by the Departments of Wildlife Management and Wildlife Tourism. 2.2.2 Program Duration The Technician Certificate in Tourism Hunting is a one-year program. The program runs from August to June each academic year. The 33 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


second semester of this program corresponds with hunting season in Tanzania so that students are able to attend hunting exercises during the last sessions of the program. 2.2.3 Program Objectives This program aims to provide knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes that will enable graduates to be registered as professional hunters in the Sub-Sahara African region. In addition, the program aims to develop discipline, communication skills, an ability to understand and follow instructions and professionalism in Technician Certificate graduates. In order to achieve these objectives, students may have an opportunity to travel to Alvdalen, Sweden for a tourist hunting program. 2.2.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules.

Figure 7: S tudents participating in tourism hunting exercises near Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania.

2.2.5

Program Assessment and Award

Students must gain 120 credits to be eligible for the Technician Certificate Award. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Certificate modules. In order to pass Technician Certificate modules, 34 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 50% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 50%. Module assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.2.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER an Ordinary Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least five (5) passes and with at least two (2) credits in science subjects in Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Geography and English OR a Certificate in Wildlife Management from Pasiansi Wildlife Training Institute OR Allied Basic Certificates accredited by NACTE or Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) OR a Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management from Mweka. 2.2.7

Program Modules for 2012/13

Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary.

Code

Module Title

WTCH 05101

Basic Communication Skills

6

Semester One

Table 8: Modules for Technician Certificate Program in Tourism Hunting. Credits

WTCH 05102

Basic French

6

WTCH 05103

Principles of Tourism Hunting (with Safari)

6

WTCH 05104

Physical Resources Interpretation

6

WTCH 05105

Biological Resources Interpretation 24



WTCH 05106

Tourism Hunting Intermediaries

6

WTCH 05107

Wilderness Skills (Safari)

6

WTCH 05208

Human Societies

6

WTCH 05209

Hunting Skills (with Safari)

6

WTCH 05210

Use of Firearms (with Safari)

12

WTCH 05211

Tourism Hunting Entrepreneurship

6

WTCH 05212

Basic Statistics

6

WTCH 05213

Introduction to Wildlife Laws

6

WTCH 05214

Trophy Processing

6

WTCH 05215

Basic Vehicle Maintenance and Driving

6

WTCH 05216

Basic Administration and Supervision Skills

6

Semester Two

2.3 Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management (NTA 5) 2.3.1 Target Students The Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 6 or work in lower ranks of wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is taught by the Department of Wildlife Management. 2.3.2 Program Duration The Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management is a one-year program. The program runs from August to June each academic year. 36 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


2.3.3 Program Objectives The program aims to provide students with training in the basic aspects of wildlife management ranging from wildlife biology and ecology to management approaches, in particular working with local communities. In addition, the program aims to develop discipline, communication skills, an ability to understand and follow instructions and professionalism in Technician Certificate graduates. 2.3.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules.

Figure 8: S tudents undertaking natural resource inventory in Arusha National Park, Tanzania.

2.3.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 120 credits to be eligible for the award of Technician Certificate. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Technician Certificate modules. In order to pass Technician Certificate modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 50% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by a minimum 50%. Module assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a 37 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.3.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER an Ordinary Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least five (5) passes and with at least two (2) credits in science subjects in Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Geography and English OR a Certificate in Wildlife Management from Pasiansi Wildlife Training Institute OR Allied Basic Certificates accredited by NACTE or Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) OR a Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management from Mweka. 2.3.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. Table 9: M odules for Technician Certificate Program in Wildlife Management. Code

Module Title

WMC 05101


6

WMC 05102

Identification of Mammals

6

WMC 05103

Identification of Birds

6

WMC 05104

Identification of Fish, Invertebrates, Amphibians and Reptiles

9

WMC 05105

Identification of Plants

6

WMC 05106

Elements of Physical Resources

6

Semester One

Credits


Semester One


WMC 05107

People and Conservation (with Safari)

6

WMC 05108

General Ecology (with Safari)

9

WMC 05109

Anti-Poaching and Law Enforcement (with Safari)

6

WMC 05210

Introduction to Firearms

9

Semester Two

WMC 05211

Introduction to Wildlife Management (with Safari)

12

WMC 05212

Basic Statistics

6

WMC 05213

Conservation Areas Management

6

WMC 05214

Infrastructure Management

6

WMC 05215

Tourism and Tour guiding

6

WMC 05216

Basic Administration

6

WM 5) 05217 Basic Financial Skills

9

2.4 Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 5) 2.4.1 Target Students The Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 6 or work in lower ranks of wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is taught by the Department of Wildlife Tourism. 2.4.2 Program Duration The Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism is a one-year program. The program runs from August to June each academic year. 39 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


2.4.3 Program Objectives This qualification is intended for persons who will guide tourists and interpret natural, cultural and historical areas for tourist. Also the qualification is aimed at providing knowledge, skills and attitudes that would enable graduates to conduct professional hunting and guiding. In addition, the program aims to develop discipline, communication skills, an ability to understand and follow instructions and professionalism in Certificate graduates. 2.4.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules.

Figure 9: V ehicles used in field training.

2.4.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 120 credits to be eligible for the award of Technician Certificate. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Technician Certificate modules. In order to pass Technician Certificate modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 50% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 50%. Module assessment will be based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a final 40 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.4.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualifications required for admission is EITHER an Ordinary Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least five (5) passes and with at least two (2) credits in science subjects: Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, History, Geography and English OR a Basic Certificate in Wildlife Management from Pasiansi Wildlife Training Institute OR Allied Basic Certificates accredited by NACTE or Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) OR a Basic Certificate in Wildlife and Tourism Management from Mweka. 2.4.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. Table 10: Modules for Technician Certificate Program in Wildlife Tourism. Code

Module Title

WTC 05101


6

WTC 05102

Foreign Language

9

WTC 05103

Principles of Wildlife Tourism

6

WTC 05104

Physical Resources Interpretation

6

WTC 05105

Introduction to Tourism Intermediaries

6

WTC 05106

Wildlife Resource Interpretation: Animals (with Safari)

WTC 05107

Wildlife Resource Interpretation: Plants (with Safari)

Semester One

Credits

12 6



WTC 05208

Basic Field Skills (Safari)

9

WTC 05209

Human Societies

3

WTC 05210

Wildlife Ecology (with Safari)

6

WTC 05211

Protected Areas Interpretation (with Safari)

6

WTC 05212

Basic Firearm Skills

6

WTC 05213

Basic Tourism Entrepreneurship

6

WTC 05214

Basic Tourism Statistics

6

WTC 05215

Introduction to Tourism and Wildlife Laws

6

WTC 05216

Basic Vehicle Maintenance and Driving

9

WTC 05217

Basic Administration and Supervision Skills

Semester Two

12

2.5 Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management (NTA 6) 2.5.1 Target Students The Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Management is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 7 or work in middle ranks of wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is taught by the Department of Wildlife Management. 2.5.2 Program Duration The Ordinary Diploma is a two-year program. The program runs from August to June for two academic years. 42 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


2.5.3 Program Objectives This qualification aims to provide in-depth training in a wide variety of subject areas relating to wildlife management in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of the multi-disciplinary nature of wildlife management. The program builds upon Technician Certificate level training by developing knowledge and skills in wildlife biology, ecology and management approaches, as well as providing a more detailed focus on ecological monitoring, community conservation, wildlife utilization, planning and administrative functions. In addition, the program aims to develop analytical and critical skills, independence, self-discipline and professionalism in Ordinary Diploma graduates. 2.5.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules.

Figure 10: Some of the challenges encountered during field training.

2.5.5

Program Assessment and Award

Students must gain 240 credits to be eligible for the award of Ordinary Diploma. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Ordinary Diploma modules. In order to pass Ordinary Diploma modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 45% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in 43 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


addition, pass the final examination by at least 45%. Module assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.5.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER an Advanced Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least one (1) principle pass and with two (2) subsidiaries in either Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Agriculture and Nutrition. OR Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management/ Tourism from Mweka or other recognized wildlife management training institutions. 2.5.7

Program Modules for 2012/13

Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. Table 11: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Management for Year 1. Code

WMD06101 Communication skills

6

WMD06102 Invertebrate Biology

6

WMD06103 Vertebrate Biology

WMD06104 Plant Biology

9

WMD06105 Introductory Biostatistics

6

WMD06106 Biodiversity Assessment Techniques (with Safari)

27

Semester One

Module Title

Credits

15



WMD06207 Wildlife Ecology (with Safari)

9

9

WMD06209 Behavioral Ecology (with Safari)

9

WMD062010 Tourism Management

Semester Two

WMD06208 Range Ecology (with Safari)

WMD062011 Conservation Strategies and Policies

6

WMD062012 Wilderness Skills (Safari)

6

12

Table 12: M odules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Management for Year 2. Code

WMT063013 Wildlife Management Techniques

WMD063014 Ballistics (with Safari)

WMD063015 Wildlife Utilization (with Safari)

Semester One

Module Title

Credits 12 6 15 9

WMD063017 Conservation Education

9

WMD064018 Principles of Research

WMD064019 Administration in Conservation

9

WMD064020 Wildlife Economics and Finance

15

Semester Two

WMD063016 Community Conservation (with Safari)

12

WMD064021 Principles of Protected Area Planning and Environmental Impact Assessment 18

WMD064022 Wildlife Law Enforcement (with Safari) 9

WMD064023 Managing Infrastructure in Protected Areas

6



2.6 Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 6) 2.6.1 Target Students The Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism is designed for those who want to enter NTA Level 7 or work in middle ranks of wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs and private sector organizations. This program is taught by the Department of Wildlife Tourism. 2.6.2 Program Duration The Ordinary Diploma in Wildlife Tourism is a two-year program. The program runs from August to June for two academic years. 2.6.3 Program Objectives This qualification is intended for persons who will be informed about hospitality and be able to guide wildlife tourists by interpreting natural, cultural, aesthetic and historical areas. The program also aims at providing knowledge, skills, attributes and attitudes that will enable graduates to administer professional hunting and tour guiding. In addition, the program aims to develop discipline, communication skills, an ability to understand and follow instructions and professionalism in Ordinary Diploma graduates. The holder of the qualification will be able to apply skills and knowledge in a range of activities, some of which are non-routine and be able to assume operational responsibilities. 2.6.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules.



2.6.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 240 credits to be eligible for the award of Ordinary Diploma. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Ordinary Diploma modules. In order to pass Ordinary Diploma modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 45% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 45%. Module assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and the final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.6.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER an Advanced Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least one (1) principle pass and with two (2) subsidiaries in either Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Agriculture and Nutrition. OR Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management/ Tourism from Mweka or other recognized wildlife management training institutions. 2.6.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary.



Code

Module Title

WTD06101

Communication Skills

6

WTD06101

Biology of Vertebrates

27

WTD06101

Biology of Invertebrates

12

WTD06101

Biology of Plants

12

WTD06101

Physical Resource Interpretation

9

WTD 06124

Ballistics (with Safari)

6

WTD 06202

Foreign Language I

9

WTD 06204

Tourism Interpretation and Guiding (with Safari)

6

WTD 06205

Cultural and Political Systems

9

WTD 06210

Principles of Ecology (with Safari)

9

WTD 06211

Behavioral Ecology (with Safari)

WTD 06213

Tourism Intermediaries

WTD 06223

Tourism Statistics 9

Semester Two

Semester One

Table 13: M odules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Tourism for Year 1. Credits

12 9



Table 14: Modules for Ordinary Diploma Program in Wildlife Tourism for Year 2. Code

Module Title

WTD 06303

Foreign Language II

WTD 06312

Tourism Management (with Safari) 24

WTD 06314

Campsites Management (with Safari) 6

WTD 06315

Tourism Hospitality

6

WTD 06322

Tourism Marketing

24

WTD 06416

Tourism Entrepreneurship

12

Semester Two

Semester One

Credits 12

WTD 06417

Managing Tourism Infrastructure (with Safari)

6

WTD 06418

Tourism Policies and Laws

6

WTD 06419

Administration in Tourism

6

WTD 06420

Principles of Research

2.7

12

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management (NTA 8)

2.7.1 Target Students This Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management is designed for wildlife managers, researchers, and planners who will work within wildlife and natural resource management sectors, including government, NGOs, and private organizations and companies with interests in wildlife conservation and management. 2.7.2. Program Duration The Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management is a 3-year program. The program runs from October to June for each academic year. 49 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


2.7.3 Program Objectives This qualification aims to produce wildlife professionals who are competent in both theoretical knowledge and field practical skills in wildlife management, meeting the main objective of Competence– Based Education Training (CBET). In addition, the program aims to equip students with the problem-solving skills that enable Bachelor Degree graduates to work in different environments at the wildlife management policy level. 2.7.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules, and, at the end of their third year, conduct a Research Project. 2.7.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 480 credits to be eligible for the award of the Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Bachelor Degree courses. In order to pass Bachelor Degree courses, students must achieve a final course mark of not less than 40% (continuous assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 40%. Course work assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and examinations. Course continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. If a student successfully completes the first two years of the program, but fails to complete the third year, then they will be awarded a Higher Diploma (NTA 7) in Wildlife Management. 2.7.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER anAdvanced Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at 50 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


least two(2) principle passes in the following science subjects: Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture, Nutrition and Mathematics with a minimum aggregate point of 3.5 OR minimum second class ordinary diploma in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Tourism, Fisheries, Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Bee keeping OR related discipline from institutions recognized by NACTE 2.7.7 Program Courses for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. Table 15: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 1.

Code

Semester One

WMU 07101

Course Title

Communication Skills in Conservation

WMU 07102 Computer Applications in Conservation

Credits

9 9

WMU 07103 Principles of Biology

42

WMU 07104 Principles of Chemistry

12

WMU 07205 Principles of Geology

18

WMU 07206 Comparative Animal Systems

24

WMU 07207 Comparative Plant Systems

15

WMU 07208 Animal Systematics and Inventory (with Safari) 27

Semester Two



Table 16: C ourses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 2. Code

WMU 07310 Principles of Ecology

24

WMU 07311 Conservation Biology (with Safari)

12

WMU 07312 Conservation Geography

24

WMU 07313 Wilderness Skills in Conservation (Safari)

12

Semester One

Credits

WMU 07414 Conservation Law and Enforcement 27

Semester Two

Course Title

WMU 07415 Contemporary Conservation and Society Issues

12

WMU 07416 Principles of Wildlife Management (with Safari)

27

WMU 07417 Research Methods

36

WMU 07418 Quantitative Methods

9

WMU 07419 Fundamentals of Wildlife Tourism

9

Table 17: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management for Year 3. Code

WMU 08501 Applied Ecology

Semester One

Course Title

WMU 08502 GIS and Remote Sensing in Conservation

WMU 08503 Habitat Management

WMU 08504 Human Wildlife Interface

Credits 6 9 15 9



WMU 08505 Organizational Management

6

WMU 08506 Tourism Management

9

Semester Two

WMU 08607 WMU 08608

Protected Area Planning and Management (with Safari)

27

Advanced Research Methods (with Safari)

39

2.8 Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism (NTA 8) 2.8.1 Target Students This Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism is designed for wildlife tourism managers, researchers, and planners who will work within wildlife and natural resource-based tourism sectors, including government, NGOs, and private organizations and companies with interests in wildlife-based tourism. 2.8.2 Program Duration The Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism is a 3-year program. The program runs from October to June for each academic year. 2.8.3 Program Objectives This qualification aims to produce wildlife tourism professionals who are competent in both theoretical knowledge and field practical skills in wildlife tourism management, meeting the main objective of Competence–Based Education Training (CBET). In addition, the program aims to equip students with the problem-solving skills that enable Bachelor Degree graduates to work in different environments at the wildlife tourism management policy level.



2.8.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. Students participate in safari modules and, at the end of their third year, conduct a Research Project. 2.8.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 480 credits to be eligible for the award of the Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism. These credits are gained through passing all assessed Bachelor Degree courses. In order to pass Bachelor Degree courses, students must achieve a final course mark of not less than 40% (continuous assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 40%. Course work assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and examinations. Course continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. If a student successfully completes the first two years of the program, but fails to complete the third year they will be awarded a Higher Diploma (NTA 7) in Wildlife Tourism. 2.8.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is EITHER an Advanced Level Secondary Certificate (or equivalent) with at least two (2) principle passes in the following subjects: Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture, Nutrition, English, History and Mathematics with a minimum aggregate point of 3.5 OR minimum second class ordinary diploma in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Tourism, Fisheries, Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Bee keeping OR related discipline from institutions recognized by NACTE. 2.8.7 Program Courses for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. 54 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Table 18: Courses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 1.

Code

Course Title

Credits


9

WTU 07102

Foreign Language I

9

WTU 07105

Introduction to ICT

9

Semester One

WTU 07101

WTU 07106

Introduction to Cell Biology and Genetics

21

WTU 07107

Introduction To Biological Classification (with Safari)

42

Development Studies

WTU 07204

3

Introduction To Physical Resources For Tourism

24


33

Semester Two

WTU 07108 WTU 07211

WTU 07214

Resource Interpretation for Tourism (with Safari)

WTU 07216

Tourism Management/ Intermediaries

Tourism Law and Institutions

WTU 07217

6 12 6



Table 19: C ourses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 1.

Code

Course Title

Credits


9

WTU 07102

Foreign Language I

9

WTU 07105

Introduction to ICT

9

Semester One

WTU 07101

WTU 07106

Introduction to Cell Biology and Genetics

21

WTU 07107

Introduction To Biological Classification (with Safari)

42

Development Studies

WTU 07204

3

Introduction To Physical Resources For Tourism

24


33

Semester Two

WTU 07108

WTU 07214

Resource Interpretation for Tourism (with Safari)

WTU 07216

Tourism Management/Intermediaries 12

WTU 07217

Tourism Law and Institutions

WTU 07211

6

6



Table 20: C ourses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 2. Code

Course Title

WTU 07303

Foreign Language II

Semester One

Credits 6

WTU 07309

Biological Resources Inventory (with Safari)

48

WTU 07310

Conservation Biology (with Safari)

27

WTU 07312

Tourism Outdoor Skills (Safari)

15

Development Of Tourism Business Plan

6

WTU 07415

Management Of Tourism Operations (with Safari)

36

WTU 07418

Tourism Marketing

18

WTU 07419

Research Methods

30

Semester Two

WTU 07413

Table 21: C ourses for Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism for Year 3. Code

Course Title

WTU 08503

Tourism Entrepreneurship

30

WTU 08504

Tourism Policy and Planning

15

Semester One

WTU 08505

GIS and Remote Sensing in Tourism (with Safari)

Credits

9


Semester Two


WTU 08602

Organizational Management

9

WTU 08606

Tourism Economics

6

WTU 08607

Community-Based Tourism (with Safari)

9

Advanced Research (with Safari)

2.9

Postgraduate (PG) Diploma in Wildlife Management

WTU 08608

36

2.9.1 Target Students The PG Diploma in Wildlife Management is designed for students who already hold a relevant undergraduate degree qualification and are seeking careers as upper rank managers within wildlife or natural resource management agencies, NGOs or private sector organizations. 2.9.2 Program Duration The PG Diploma is a one-year program. The program runs from August to June each academic year. PG Diploma students will take a combination of compulsory PG Diploma level modules and optional Ordinary Diploma level modules. Students may also attend these modules over a longer period of time to suit their own needs. 2.9.3 Program Objectives This qualification aims to provide students with the flexibility to develop the knowledge and skills they require relating to their own particular interests. The program is structured around both compulsory and optional modules and develops analytical and critical skills, independence, self-discipline and professionalism in PG Diploma graduates.



2.9.4 Training Methodology Training approaches include lectures, interactive structured lectures, directed and self-directed study, seminars, tutorials, student presentations, field and College-based practical training exercises. PG Diploma students undertake a Self-Managed Study module, participate in PG Tutorials and have the opportunity to select optional safari modules if they wish. At the end of the second semester, students conduct a Research Project. 2.9.5 Program Assessment and Award Students must gain 120 credits to be eligible for the PG Diploma Award. These credits are gained through passing all assessed PG Diploma modules. In order to pass PG Diploma level modules, students must achieve a final module mark of not less than 40% (continuous work assessment and final examination), and in addition, pass the final examination by at least 40%. Module continuous work assessment is based on a mixture of practical exercises, written assignments, group and individual exercises, reports and a final examination. Module continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. 2.9.6 Entry Qualifications The minimum entry qualification required for admission is a recognized University undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences or selected social science subjects AND at least one year of work experience in wildlife management or a related field. 2.9.7 Program Modules for 2012/13 Modules offered for 2012/13 are shown in the Table below. The College reserves the right to modify module offerings where necessary. A minimum of five students will be required to run PG Diploma modules. If the five student minimum is not met, students will select modules from the optional Ordinary Diploma module list. 59 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Table 22: Modules for PG Diploma in Wildlife Management. Module Title

Biodiversity Conservation

6

Habitat Management

6

Trans-frontier Conservation

6

Wetland and Marine Conservation

6

Managing Professional Hunting

6

Land Use Planning for Conservation

6

GIS and Conservation

6

Project Planning for Conservation

6

Semester One

Credits

Conflict resolution and Management in Conservation 6 Participatory Planning and Community Conservation 6 Eco tourism Planning and Management

6

Conservation Enterprise Planning and management Safari 1: Biodiversity Habitat Conservation and Management

6

Safari 2: Conservation Planning and Conflict management

Optional Modules Selected from Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) in Wildlife Management (with 50% pass mark)*

Postgraduate Tutorials Module**

Postgraduate Self-Managed Study Module**

6 6 As selected 3 4.5



Optional Modules Selected from Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) in Wildlife Management (with 50% pass mark)*

Advanced Research Methods

9

Research Project (with Safari)

22

PG Tutorials Module**

PG Self-Managed Study Module**

Semester Two

*

As Selected

3 4.5

or PG Diploma students, the minimum passing final module F mark and minimum passing final examination mark for the PG Diploma modules is 40%, however, when taking Ordinary Diploma modules, the minimum passing final module mark is 50% and the minimum passing final examination mark is 50%.

** The PG Tutorials Module (6 credits) and PG Self-Managed Study Module (9 credits) run throughout the academic year.


General Award, Assessment and Examination Regulations

3.0 General Award, Assessment and Examination Regulations The Award, Assessment and Examination Regulations administered by the College are reviewed annually to reflect changing dynamics for quality training in wildlife and tourism management. These regulations are subject to change as determined by the Governing Body of the College or as dictated by the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE). 3.1 Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas 3.1.1 Award and Assessment Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas 3.1.1.1 Any student starting a Basic or Technician Certificate (Certificate) or Ordinary Diploma (Diploma) program on a full-time continuous basis at the beginning of an academic year will automatically be registered as a Full-Time Student for the relevant program. Any student starting a Certificate or Diploma program on a full-time continuous basis within an academic year after the first assessed module has been completed (other than Full-Time Students who arrive late for reasons acceptable to the Academic Board), will automatically be registered as a Part-Time (Continuous) Student for the relevant program. Any student taking a Certificate or Diploma module on a part-time non-continuous basis, with the intention to complete other course modules at a later date, will automatically be registered as a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student for the relevant program. Any student taking a Certificate or Diploma module as an assessed short course, even if no intention to complete other course modules at a later date is expressed, will automatically be registered as a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student for the relevant course. Any Full-Time Student who fails to pass or complete the required number of credits (including sitting for supplementary final examinations), by the end of the program (in accordance with the specified timetable for Full-Time Students), will 62 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


automatically have their registration status changed to that of a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student, backdated to the date of their original registration. 3.1.1.2 All students must pass all assessed modules within their respective program, in order to be eligible for the program award. The total number of credits necessary for each program award is as follows:

Certificate Awards: 120 credits Ordinary Diploma Awards: 240 credits

Students admitted into a program and awarded transfer credits, from other courses towards the program award, will only need to pass the additional assessed modules necessary for them to reach the credit totals specified above. 3.1.1.3 All students must accumulate all module credits required to achieve a program award within a maximum period of three and five consecutive academic years for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas, respectively, starting from the academic year within which they registered, regardless of when this registration date falls within the academic year. No credits accumulated outside of these maximum periods will be counted towards a program award. Any student may cancel their previous registration and change their registration date to a later date (as long as they pay the required fees upon reregistering) if they so wish, in which case, credits achieved previous to the new date of registration will not count towards a program award. 3.1.1.4 In order to pass a module, a student must achieve a minimum final module mark of 50% for Certificates, and 45% for Diplomas. For those modules that include a final examination, students must also pass the final examination by at least 50% for Certificate and 45% for Diploma modules (see Table below). To be allowed to sit for the final examination, 63 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Full-Time and Part-Time Students must attend at least 75% of module class sessions, and must achieve a sufficient continuous work assessment percentage to be allowed to sit for the final examination (see section 3.1.1.10). For modules that include a final examination, continuous work assessment is 60% and the final examination is 40% of the final module mark, unless stated otherwise. For modules that do not have a final examination, continuous work assessment is 100% of the final module mark. Under these circumstances, a student must receive a sufficient continuous work assessment mark necessary to achieve the minimum final module mark for Certificates and Diplomas, as described in the Table below. Table 23: Award and assessment plans for Certificate and Ordinary Diploma Awards. Program Award Required Module Assessment Minimum Mark Minimum Final Number Continuous Final on Final Exam Module Mark** of Credits Assessment* Exam* Basic Certificate

120

60%

40%

50%

50%

Technician Certificates 120 60% 40%

50%

50%

Ordinary Diplomas

45%

45%

240 60% 40%

* The percentage contribution of the continuous work assessment and the final examination to final module mark may vary between modules, within the program limits. For any one module, the type, number and percentage contribution of each continuous work assessment exercise will be based on the assessment plan for that particular module. For each module, each continuous assessment exercise and the final examination will be awarded a mark, expressed as a percentage (rounded up to one decimal place when the value of the second decimal place is 0.05 or greater) of the marks achieved out of the total marks available. 64 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


** A student’s final module mark is calculated based on the continuous work assessment mark, and the final examination mark (when applicable). For each module, the final module mark awarded to a student will be given as the whole number percentage (rounded up when the value of the first decimal place is 0.5 or greater) of the marks achieved out of the total marks available. 3.1.1.5 For each module, the contribution of the mark awarded for each continuous assessment exercise to the overall continuous work assessment and the final examination to the final module mark will be based on the assessment plan for that particular module. Continuous assessment may consist of any combination of marked exercises, such as field practical exercises, case studies, group work, discussion papers, tests, quizzes or assignments, as specified in the module assessment plan. However, for any one module, group work assessment will constitute no more than 10% of the final module mark regardless of the number of group work assessment exercises included in the module assessment plan. For each module, students should be informed of the overall module assessment plan and continuous work assessment plan at as early a date as possible and, in any case, not later than the date of the first assessed exercise. 3.1.1.6 For any continuous assessment exercise, without prejudicing a student’s rights under regulations in section 3.1.1.11, students have a maximum of seven days to draw marking errors to the attention of the relevant lecturer. 3.1.1.7 Students failing to submit a continuous assessment exercise, without offering any explanation acceptable to the relevant Module Coordinator, will receive a mark of 0% for the continuous assessment exercise in question. Students that submit continuous assessment exercises late, without offering any explanation acceptable to the relevant module Coordinator, will be penalized 5.0% for each full day or part day after the due date of submission. Any continuous 65 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


assessment exercise submitted after marks for the same exercise have been returned to other students will receive a mark of 0%. 3.1.1.8 If a student achieves a final module mark of 50% or above for a Certificate and 45% or above for a Diploma module, then he/she will be awarded all the credits available for that module, as indicated. If a student fails to achieve the final module mark required to pass a module, fails to meet the minimum required mark for continuous work assessment, or fails to pass the final examination by 50% for Certificate and 45% for Diploma modules, they will be awarded no credits for that module. There will be no compensation of marks scored in one module for another. 3.1.1.9 A student failing any module(s) (except those referred to in sections 3.1.1.10, 3.1.1.12, 3.1.1.15, 3.1.1.16, and 3.1.1.17), will be required to take a supplementary examination in the failed module(s) at the end of the academic year in which the module was taught, provided the student is not disqualified from taking the supplementary examination under regulations below. To be awarded a Certificate or Diploma, a student must pass the supplementary final examination by 50% and 45%, respectively. The supplementary examination will carry the same percentage of the final module mark as the final examination in the original module assessment plan. The mark awarded for the supplementary examination will be added to the student’s existing continuous assessment mark. If the student scores a lower mark in the supplementary final examination than they scored in the original final exam, their final module mark will be based on the original final exam score. Regardless of the mark achieved in the supplementary examination, the maximum final module mark that a supplementing student may be awarded is 50% for the Basic and Technician Certificates, and 45% for the Ordinary Diplomas (equal to a C grade). A student failing to pass a module after a supplementary examination will have 66 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


the option to repeat the failed module within 3 years from publication of the results in accordance with section 3.1.1.3. Fees for a repeated module will be paid in accordance with the current fee schedule. The current module assessment plan will apply; however, if the number of credits to be awarded for the module has changed, the previously designated number of credits for the module will be awarded. A student may only repeat any given module once, including the chance to supplement the repeated module. If the student fails the supplement of the said module, he/she will be discontinued from further studies. 3.1.1.10 Any student with a percentage mark for their continuous work assessment of less than percentage required to meet the minimum module mark, as outlined in the assessment plan, in modules with final examinations, will not be allowed to take the final examination, Under these circumstances, the only option for the student is to repeat the module when it is next offered; all conditions for repeat modules apply, as described above. 3.1.1.11 A student who, for any reason, is not satisfied with his/ her marks/grades for a specific module and subsequent explanations from the Head(s) of the Department(s) and Chief Examinations Officer (CEO), may lodge a written appeal to the Deputy Rector Academic, Research and Consultancy (DRARC) within seven (7) working days after the publication of the provisional final module mark. The appeal should include copies of all assessed work previously returned to the student and should stipulate clearly the nature of grievances and include all possible proofs of the mishandling or mistreatment of his/her results. The DRARC will forward the written appeal to an Independent Examiner, to look into the examination answer scripts and other assessed work again and/or probe for any other reasons or causes behind the appeal. The Independent Examiner will submit a report to the DRARC, who will submit the report to 67 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


the Academic Board for discussion, when a final ruling will be made based on and guided by the Independent Examiner’s report, and in conformity with the standing examination regulations. Submission of an appeal should be accompanied with a copy of payment receipt in the amount of US$50 to cover administrative costs. 3.1.1.12 A student failing any module without a final examination will be required to repeat the module when it is next offered; all conditions for repeat modules apply, as described above. 3.1.1.13 If a student needs to repeat or complete a module that has subsequently been allocated a lower number of credits, the Academic Board may award the student the number of credits that were originally allocated for the module when the student first failed the module or failed to complete the module. 3.1.1.14 If a student needs to repeat or complete a module that has subsequently been removed from the relevant program, the Academic Board may identify an alternative module or set of relevant assessed assignments equivalent to the number of credits allocated to the original module. In the case of a repeating student, the student will be considered to be completing the module for the first time and, should they fail the module, would therefore be eligible to repeat the module. 3.1.1.15 If a student is unable to complete a module for reasons acceptable to the Academic Board, the Academic Board will have the right to require the student to sit for a special examination, attend the module at a later date, award a pass mark based on a student’s average performance in other modules or choose any other course of action deemed to be reasonable under the circumstances. 3.1.1.16 A Full-Time Student registered for a Certificate program, or Ordinary Diploma program in year 1, who achieves a 68 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of less than 2.0, based on completed modules only, and including all supplementary results from Semester 1 and Semester 2 (or only Semester 2 in the case of January enrollment), at the end of the academic year will be immediately discontinued from the program and become ineligible for the award. The student will not have the option to take further supplementary examinations or repeat any failed module(s). A Full-Time Student registered for the Diploma program in year 2, who achieves a cumulative GPA of less than 2.0, based on completed modules only for Diploma years 1 and 2 results combined, and including all supplementary results for Semester 1 of year 2, at the end of the academic year will be immediately discontinued from the program and become ineligible for the award. See section 3.1.2 for a description of how a GPA is calculated. 3.1.1.17 A Part-Time (Continuous) Student or a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student with a cumulative GPA of less than 2.0 (see section 3.1.2), based on completed modules only, as long as those modules have a minimum credit allocation of 40 total credits, and including any available Semester 1 and Semester 2 supplementary results, at the end of any academic year will be immediately discontinued from the program and become ineligible for the award. The student will not have the option to take further supplementary examinations or repeat any failed module(s). 3.1.1.18 Any student(s) found guilty of copying any piece of written assessed work from another student will automatically be awarded 0% for that piece of work. Whether or not copying has occurred will, in the first instance, be the decision of the Head of the Department (if the Head of Department is the staff member responsible for marking the work) or CEO, based on the evidence of the written work. The staff member responsible for marking the assessed work will, if they suspect copying has taken place, request the Head of the Department to consider the evidence and make a decision. If 69 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


the Head of the Department is satisfied that there is sufficient evidence of copying, the student(s) concerned, the CEO, the Module Coordinator and the relevant module lecturer will be informed in writing of the decision. All students, regardless of whom copied from whom, will be awarded 0% for the piece of work. Students, not satisfied with the decision of the Head of Department, have the right to appeal to the CEO within two days of the decision by the Head of the Department. The final decision on whether or not copying has taken place will rest with the CEO (or the Deputy Rector Academic, Research and Consultancy if the CEO is the member of staff responsible for marking the work) who will also communicate this decision in writing to all concerned. Any student found guilty of copying work three times will automatically fail their program and be expelled from the College.

3.1.1.19 Students graduating will be supplied with a program Certificate or Diploma. An additional copy of the program Certificate/Diploma may be requested and, if the CEO is satisfied that a student has good reason for requesting a further copy, a copy will be supplied on payment of US$50/ copy. Official course transcripts, listing the course modules taken by a student and the marks/grades awarded for each module, will also be supplied. The first copy of an official course transcript will be supplied free of charge; thereafter, official course transcripts will be supplied on payment of US$50/copy. 3.1.1.20 Once a student has graduated, failed the module or been discontinued from the module, the College will keep their examination answer booklets for exactly two years after the date of the publication of final exam results. Thereafter, booklets will be destroyed.

3.1.1.21 Any student who fails a module or who leaves the College at any time before completing the program will be supplied with an official program results, listing the modules taken by the 70 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


student and the marks/grades awarded for each completed module. 3.1.1.22 The College reserves the right to amend these regulations at any time after ensuring adequate notice is given to all students. 3.1.2. Grading System for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas 3.1.2.1 Letter grades are awarded for program modules and are based on the final module mark (Final Score), expressed as a whole number percentage. The grade awarded is based on the following standards: Table 24: P ercentage equivalents used to convert final module marks into letter grades. Letter Grade Letter Grade Final Module Mark Definitions Certificates Ordinary Diplomas A Excellent 80-100%

75-100%

B+

65-74%

Very Good

Not Applicable

B Good 65-79%

55-64%

C Average 50-64%

45-54%

D Poor

35-44%

40-49%

F Failure 0-39%

0-34%

I

Incomplete

-

-

Q

Disqualified

-

-

3.1.2.2 L etter grades awarded for each module are then converted into grade points as shown in the Table below. 71 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Table 25: Standards used to convert letter grades into grade points. Letter Grade Points Per Letter Grade A B+

Certificates

Ordinary Diplomas

4 Not Applicable

5 4

B

3

3

C

2

2

D

1

1

F

0

0

3.1.2.3 The Grade Point Average (GPA) for the student overall is then calculated in the following way. The grade point for each module is multiplied by the number of credits assigned to for the same module to produce a module credit grade point score for each of the completed modules. The module credit grade point score for all of the modules, in a given program, are then added together to produce a total credit grade point score for the completed modules overall, which is then divided by the total number of credits (i.e. the number of credits assigned to the all of the completed modules in the program) to produce a cumulative, and ultimately a final, GPA. The GPA is rounded up one decimal place when the value of the second decimal place is 0.05 or greater. The following provides a hypothetical example of how a GPA is calculated.



Table 26: GPA for Semester 1 of the Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management Module Title Final Letter Grade Number Module Module Grade Points of Credit Mark Credits Grade Point Score* Basic Communication Skills 73% B 3

6

18

Identification of Mammals

73%

B

3

6

18

Identification of Birds

75%

B

3

6

18

Identification of Fish, Invertebrates, Amphibians and Reptiles

83%

A

4

9

36

Identification of Plants

65%

B

3

6

18

Elements of Physical Resources 80% A 4

6

24

People and Conservation (with Safari)

6

24

9

36

87%

A

4

General Ecology (with Safari) 85% A 4

Anti-Poaching and Law Enforcement (with Safari) 60% C 2 6 Totals

12

- - - 60 204

* Module Credit Grade Point Score = Grade Points x Number of Credits for the Module



In this example, the total number of credits for the completed modules during Semester 1 is 60 credits; the sum of all module credit grade point scores gives a total module credit grade point score of 204 for all completed modules. The GPA for program modules completed thus far, equals the total grade point score of 204, divided by the total number of credits awarded for the completed modules, which is 60. Thus, the cumulative GPA is 204/60 and equals 3.4. 3.1.2.4 A t the end of the program, each student’s final GPA is calculated and the student is awarded a class/division based on the GPA classification system shown in the table below. For the example given above, the class/division of Second Class is awarded for a GPA of 3.4 in the Technician Certificate program. Table 27: Classification system used to determine class/division. Class/Division Final Grade Point Average (GPA) of Award Certificates Ordinary Diplomas First Class (I)

3.5-4.0

4.4-5.0

Second Class (II A) Not Applicable

3.5-4.3

Second Class (IIB) Not Applicable

2.7-3.4

Second Class (II)

3.0-3.5

Not Applicable

Third Class (III)

2.0-2.9

2.0-2.6

Fail 0.0-1.9

0.0-1.9

3.1.2.5 All students will be graded according to their cumulative performance across academic years within the maximum period of a given program. At the completion of all modules in a program, a final GPA for the student is calculated. Students admitted into a program and awarded transfer credits from 74 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


other courses, towards the program award, will be graded only on those additional assessed modules necessary for them to reach the required credit total. For those students who join the Ordinary Diploma (year 2) by qualifying with a 2-year Certificate, the Diploma program GPA will be based solely on credits accrued during the second year of their Diploma program. 3.1.3 Examination Regulations for Certificates and Ordinary Diplomas In addition to applying to all final examinations, the following regulations, where appropriate, also apply to continuous module assessment tests and quizzes. 3.1.3.1 Each student will be provided with an examination number for each semester. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that his or her examination number is not lost and that no other person is aware of his or her examination number. 3.1.3.2 Any student who does not attend any final examination, without notice or reasons acceptable to the Academic Board, will be deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded an examination mark of 0%. Any student who intends to be absent from a final examination must, if at all possible, ensure that a written notice, explaining the reasons for the intended absence, is submitted to the CEO at least five days prior to the start of the final examination. If the CEO is of the opinion that the stated reasons for the intended absence are unlikely to be acceptable to the Academic Board, the CEO has the duty to inform the student, if time allows, in writing before the start of the final examination. If it is not possible for the student to ensure that a written explanation for the intended absence, is submitted to the CEO prior to the start of the final examination, the student must, if at all possible, ensure that such a written notice is submitted to the CEO at the earliest possible time after the final examination 75 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


and certainly no later than the date of publication of the provisional results for the final examination. The CEO will then submit the details of the case to the Academic Board for a decision on whether the reason for absence was an acceptable one. 3.1.3.3 Students will not be permitted in examination rooms for one hour before the start and one hour after the end of a final examination. Signage will be posted designating rooms to be used for final examinations, indicating that they are out of bounds to students. 3.1.3.4 Students must only enter and leave an examination room through the entrance designated by the invigilators. Invigilators have the right to search any student as they enter the examination room. 3.1.3.5 All students will need to be in their seats a minimum of five minutes before the scheduled start of the final examination. During this time, the invigilators will make all necessary announcements. 3.1.3.6 Any student who comes late into the examination room will not be allowed to compensate for the lost time. 3.1.3.7 No student will be allowed to leave an examination room within the first 30 minutes after the start of the final examination. 3.1.3.8 Any student arriving more than 30 minutes after the start of the final examination will not be allowed access to the examination room. 3.1.3.9 On entering and while inside the examination room, students are not permitted to speak to anyone other than the invigilators. If students need to attract the attention of the invigilators, they should raise their hand and speak only to 76 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


the invigilators. Any student who contravenes this regulation will immediately have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from their final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.1.3.10 Each student must provide him/herself with pencils, pens, a ruler, calculator, a rubber/eraser and a pencil sharpener. Students may bring a written copy of their examination number into the examination room. Any other articles will only be allowed into the examination room following consultation with the invigilators or the CEO. No bags and mobile phones are allowed in an examination room at any time. No student is allowed to carry on his or her person written notes. 3.1.3.11 Any student wishing to take an English language dictionary into a final examination must first make an official written request to the CEO, who will make a decision after consultation with the relevant Head of the Department and Module Coordinator. If the CEO decides to allow the use of the dictionary, the student must hand in the dictionary to the CEO no later than 24 hours before the start of the final examination. The dictionary will be checked by the CEO and then handed to the invigilator who will give it to the student at the start of the examination and collect it again at the end of the examination before returning it to the CEO. 3.1.3.12 All rough notes made by a student during a final examination must be made in the official examination answer booklet and crossed out afterwards. Under no circumstances must any student remove any pages from an examination answer booklet. If any student is found to have removed any page from an examination answer booklet, they will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from their final examination mark 77 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


for each missing page. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.1.3.13 Any student wishing to use the toilet during an examination must raise their hand to attract the attention of an invigilator, who will escort the student out of the examination room. The student must leave all jackets and coats in the examination room and the invigilator will remain with the student at all times and have the right to ask the student to empty the contents of their pockets or make any other search of the student that they feel is reasonable. Only one student will be allowed to leave the examination room to use the toilet at any time. 3.1.3.14 Any student who cheats during the final examination, by copying from other students or otherwise, will have this brought to his/her attention immediately by the invigilator and will have his/her case reported to the CEO by the relevant invigilator. Such a contravention of examination regulations, if considered to have been proved beyond a reasonable doubt by the Academic Board, is punishable by total failure of the relevant course and immediate expulsion from the College. That student will completely have lost his/her eligibility to enroll again as student. 3.1.3.15 No student will be allowed to leave the examination room during the last 20 minutes of the final examination so that there are minimal disturbances to the other students. 3.1.3.16 If a student leaves the examination room, during any final examination, without permission, he/she will not be allowed to return to the examination room and will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 78 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


3.1.3.17 At the end of the final examination, all students will be asked by the invigilator to stop writing and the invigilator will subsequently give the necessary instructions. Timing of the final examination will be based on a clock present in the examination room. Any student who continues writing after they have been asked by the invigilator to stop, will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.1.3.18 Students must ensure that, for all final examinations, their correct examination number appears on all used examination answer booklets. Students should not write their name on their examination answer booklet. If it is discovered during assessment that a student has written an incorrect number on their examination answer booklet, the student will be penalized. Lecturers and/or invigilators will remind the students during the examination to write the correct number on the examination booklet. 3.1.3.19 Students must ensure that all questions to be marked are correctly listed on the front of examination answer booklet. If a student answers more than the required number of questions in a final examination, the marker will mark only the required number in the order that they are written in the examination answer booklet. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that any answers not intended for marking are completely crossed out and not listed on the front of the examination answer booklet. 3.1.3.20 At the end of the final examination, all students must remain seated until the invigilator has collected all the examination answer booklets. Every student is obliged to safeguard his/ her work and hand-in the right booklet, as other materials 79 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


will not be accepted after the student has left the examination room. Any student who leaves their seat, after he/she has been asked by the invigilator to stay seated, will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.1.3.21 Students are only allowed to take the final examination question paper out of the examination room. Any other writing materials should be crossed out and left in the room. Any student who is caught carrying any other written material out of the examination room will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.1.3.22 Any student who is dissatisfied with a decision of the Heads of the Department(s) and CEO may submit a written appeal to the Academic Board through the DRARC. The written appeal must reach the DRARC no later than one week after the decision is made by the CEO. In all cases, the final decision regarding the student’s complaint will rest with the Academic Board. 3.1.3.23 No student will be allowed to enroll in the next level program without satisfying all the requirements of their current program. Diploma year one students will not be allowed to continue with diploma year two classes without satisfying all of the requirements of diploma year one. 3.2 Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and Postgraduate (PG) Diploma 3.2.1 Award and Assessment Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma 80 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


3.2.1.1 Any student starting a Bachelor Degree or PG Diploma program on a full-time continuous basis at the beginning of an academic year will automatically be registered as a FullTime Student for the relevant program. Any student starting a Bachelor Degree or Postgraduate Diploma program on a full-time continuous basis within an academic year after the first assessed module has been completed (other than FullTime Students who arrive late for reasons acceptable to the Academic Board), will automatically be registered as a PartTime (Continuous) Student for the relevant program. Any student taking a Bachelor Degree or PG Diploma course/ module on a part-time non-continuous basis, with the intention to complete other course modules at a later date, will automatically be registered as a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student for the relevant program. Any student taking a Bachelor Degree or PG Diploma module as an assessed short course, even if no intention to complete other course modules at a later date is expressed, will automatically be registered as a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student for the relevant program. Any Full-Time Student who fails to pass or complete the required number of credits (including sitting for supplementary final exams), by the end of the program period (in accordance with the specified timetable for FullTime Students), will automatically have their registration status changed to that of a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student, backdated to the date of their original registration. 3.2.1.2 All students must pass all assessed courses/modules within their program, in order to be eligible for the program award. The total number of credits necessary for each program award is as follows:

Bachelor Degree Awards: 480 credits PG Diploma Awards: 120 credits

PG credits may consist of credits from PG modules or credits from other modules achieved under PG Diploma assessment 81 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


rules. PG Diploma students will combine the credits achieved from the compulsory and optional modules selected from the Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6) in Wildlife Management (with 50% pass mark), according to PG Diploma program regulations program. Students admitted into a program and awarded transfer credits, from other courses toward the program award, will only need to pass the additional assessed course/modules necessary for them to reach the credit totals specified above. 3.2.1.3 All students must accumulate all module credits required to achieve the program award within a maximum period of five and three consecutive academic years for Bachelor Degrees and the PG Diploma, respectively, starting from the academic year within which they registered, regardless of when this registration date falls within the academic year. No credits accumulated outside of this maximum period will be counted towards the program award. Any student may cancel their previous registration and change their registration date to a later date (as long as they pay the required fees upon reregistering) if they so wish, in which case, credits achieved previous to the new date of registration will not count towards a program award. 3.2.1.4 In order to pass a module in the Bachelor Degree programs, a student must achieve a minimum final module mark of 40%. For modules that include a final examination, Bachelor Degree students must also pass the final examination by at least 40% (see Table below). In order to pass a module in the PG Diploma program, a student must achieve a minimum final module mark of 40% for PG Diploma modules and 50% for Ordinary Diplomas modules. For those modules that include a final examination, PG Diploma students must also pass the final examination by at least 40% for PG Diploma modules and 50% for Ordinary Diploma modules (NTA 6). A summary table is provided below. If a student achieves 82 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


the minimum final module mark as stated above and, for those modules that include a final examination, a passing mark in the final examination as stated above, they will be awarded all the credits available for the module in question, as indicated on the official course timetable. If a student fails to achieve the final minimum module marks as stated above, they will be awarded no credits for the module. Under these circumstances, a student must receive a sufficient continuous work assessment mark necessary to achieve the minimum final module mark. Table 28: A ward and assessment plans for Bachelor Degree and PG Diploma Awards. Program Award Credits Continuous Final Minimum Minimum Assessment* Exam* Mark on Final Final Exam Module Mark** Bachelor Degrees 480 60% 40% 40% 40% Postgraduate Diploma 120

60% 40%/50% 40% 40%/50%

* Th e percentage contribution of the continuous work assessment and the final examination to final module mark may vary between modules, within the program limits. However, continuous assessment will constitute no less than 60.0% of the final module mark and a final examination will constitute no more than 40.0% of the final module mark. For any one module, the type, number and percentage contribution of each continuous work assessment exercises will be based on the assessment plan for that particular module. For each module, each continuous assessment exercise and the final examination will be awarded a mark, expressed as a percentage(rounded up to one decimal place when the value of the second decimal place is 0.05 or greater) of the marks achieved out of the total marks available.



** A student’s final module mark is calculated based on the continuous work assessment mark, and, the final examination mark (when applicable). For each module, the final module mark awarded to a student will be given as the whole number percentage (rounded up when the value of first decimal place is 0.5 or greater) of the marks achieved out of the total marks available. For PG Diploma students, the minimum passing final module mark and minimum passing final examination mark for the PG Diploma modules is 40%, whereas the minimum passing final module mark and minimum passing final examination mark is 50% for Ordinary Diploma modules. 3.2.1.5 For each module, the contribution of the mark awarded for each continuous assessment exercise to the overall continuous work assessment and the final examination to the final module mark will be based on the assessment plan for that particular module. Continuous assessment may consist of any combination of marked exercises, such as field practical exercises, case studies, group work, discussion papers, tests, quizzes or assignments, as specified in the module assessment plan. However, for any one module, group work assessment will constitute no more than 20.0% of the final module mark regardless of the number of group work assessment exercises included in the module assessment plan. For each module, students should be informed of the module assessment plan at as early a date as possible and, in any case, not later than the date of the first assessed exercise. 3.2.1.6 For Bachelor Degree and PG Diploma students submitting a research dissertation as part of the assessment for the Research Project, the dissertation will be marked by both the internal supervisor and an External Examiner and the final mark awarded will be the average of the two marks given. 3.2.1.7 For any continuous assessment exercise, without prejudicing a student’s rights under regulations in section 3.2.1.12, students have a maximum of seven days to draw marking 84 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


errors to the attention of the relevant lecturer. 3.2.1.8 Students failing to submit a continuous assessment exercise, without offering any explanation acceptable to the relevant Module Coordinator, will receive a mark of 0% for the continuous assessment exercise in question. Students that submit continuous assessment exercises late, without offering any explanation acceptable to the relevant Module Coordinator, will be penalized 5.0% for each full day or part day after the due date of submission. Any continuous assessment exercise submitted after marks for the same exercise have been returned to other students will receive a mark of 0%. 3.2.1.9 If a student achieves or exceeds the final module mark for courses/modules as described above, then he/she will be awarded all of the credits available for that module, as indicated. If a student fails to achieve the final module mark required to pass a module, fails to meet the minimum required mark for continuous work assessment or fails to pass the final examination under the Bachelor Degree or PG Diploma regulations, they will be awarded no credits for that module. There will be no compensation of marks scored in one module for another. 3.2.1.10 A student failing in any module(s), (except those referred to in 3.2.1.11, 3.2.1.13, 3.2.1.16, 3.2.1.17 and 3.2.1.18), will be required to take a supplementary examination in the failed module(s) at the end of the academic year in which the module was taught, provided the student is not disqualified from taking the supplementary examination under regulations below. To be awarded the Bachelor Degree or PG Diploma, a student must pass the supplementary final examination by 40% for Bachelor Degree and PG Diploma (PG Diploma modules), and 50% for PG Diploma (Ordinary Diploma modules). The supplementary examination will carry the same percentage of the final module mark as the 85 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


final examination in the original module assessment plan. The mark awarded for the supplementary examination will be added to the student’s existing continuous assessment mark. If the student scores a lower mark in the supplementary final exam than they scored in the original final exam, their final module mark will be based on the original final exam score. Regardless of the mark achieved in the supplementary examination, the maximum final module mark that a student may be awarded is 40.0% (equal to a C grade) for Bachelor Degree programs, and for the PG Diploma program, 40% and 50% (equal to a C grade) for a PG Diploma modules and Ordinary Diploma modules, respectively Students that fail a supplementary examination will be awarded a final module mark based on their continuous assessment marks and their highest final exam/supplementary final exam score up to a maximum of mark of 39% and 49%(equal to a D grade) for a PG Diploma modules and Ordinary Diploma modules, respectively. A student failing to pass a module after a supplementary examination will have the option to repeat the failed module within 3 years from publication of the results in accordance with section 3.2.1.3. Fees for a repeated module will be paid in accordance with the current fee schedule. The current module assessment plan will apply; however, if the number of credits to be awarded for the module has changed, the previously designated number of credits for the module will be awarded. A student may only repeat any given module once, including the chance to supplement the repeated module. If the student fails the supplement of the said module, he/she will be discontinued from further studies. 3.2.1.11 Any student with a percentage mark for their continuous work assessment of less than that percentage required to meet the minimum final module mark, as outlined in the assessment plan, in course/modules with final examinations, will not be allowed to take the final examination. Under these circumstances, the only option for the student is to repeat the course/module when it is next offered; all conditions for 86 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


repeat modules apply, as described above. 3.2.1.12 A student who, for any reason, is not satisfied with his/ her results for a specific module or the course overall and subsequent explanations from the Head of the Department and the Chief Examinations Officer (CEO) may lodge a written appeal to the DRARC within two days after the publication of the provisional final module mark or overall course results. The appeal should include copies of all assessed work previously returned to the student and should stipulate clearly the nature of grievances and include all possible proof of the mishandling or mistreatment of his/ her results. The DRARC will forward the written appeal to an Independent Examiner, who will be invited to look into the examination answer scripts and other assessed work again and/or probe for any other reasons or causes behind the appeal. The Independent Examiner will submit a report to the DRARC, who will then table the report for discussion to the Academic Board, which will then make a final ruling based on and guided by the Independent Examiner’s report and in conformity with the standing examination regulations. Submission of an appeal should be accompanied with a copy of payment receipt of US$50 as costs for administration. 3.2.1.13 A student failing any course/module without a final examination, or the Research Project will be required to repeat the module when it is next offered; all conditions for repeat modules apply, as described above. 3.2.1.14 If a student needs to repeat or complete a module that has subsequently been allocated a lower number of credits, the Academic Board may award the student the number of credits that were originally allocated for the module when the student first failed the module or failed to complete the module.



3.2.1.15 If a student needs to repeat or complete a module that has subsequently been removed from the relevant course timetable, the Academic Board may identify an alternative module or set a relevant program of assessed assignments equivalent to the number of credits allocated to the original module. In the case of a repeating student, the student will be considered to be completing the module for the first time and, should they fail the module, would therefore be eligible to repeat the module. 3.2.1.16 If a student is unable to complete a module, for reasons acceptable to the Academic Board, the Academic Board will have the right to require the student to sit for a special examination, attend the module at a later date, award a pass mark based on a student’s average performance in other modules or choose any other course of action it deems to be reasonable under the circumstances. 3.2.1.17 A Full-Time Student that achieves an overall grade point average (GPA) of less than 2.0 (see section 2), based on completed modules only and including all Semester 1 supplementary results, at the end of the academic year will immediately be discontinued from the program and become ineligible for the award. The student will not have the option to take further supplementary examinations or repeat in any failed module(s). 3.2.1.18 A Part-Time (Continuous) Student or a Part-Time (Intermittent) Student that achieves an overall grade point average (GPA) of less than 2.0 (see section 2), based on completed modules only, as long as those modules have a minimum credit allocation of 40 credits, and including any Semester 1 and Semester 2 supplementary results that are available, at the end of any academic year will immediately be discontinued from the program and become ineligible for the award. The student will not have the option to take further supplementary examinations or repeat in any failed module(s). 88 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


3.2.1.19 Any student(s) found guilty of copying any piece of written assessed work from another student will automatically be awarded 0% for that piece of work. Whether or not copying has occurred will, in the first instance, be the decision of the Course Coordinator (or CEO if the Course Coordinator is the staff member responsible for marking the work) based on the evidence of the written work. The member of staff responsible for marking the assessed work will, if they suspect copying has taken place, request the Course Coordinator to consider the evidence and make a decision. If the Course Coordinator is satisfied that there is sufficient evidence of copying, the student(s) concerned, the CEO, the Module Coordinator and the relevant Module Lecturer will be informed in writing of the decision. All students, regardless of whom copied from whom, will be awarded 0% for the piece of work. Students, who are unhappy with the decision of the Course Coordinator, have the right to appeal to the CEO within two days of the Course Coordinators decision. The final decision on whether or not copying has taken place will rest with the CEO (or the DRARC if the CEO is the member of staff responsible for marking the work) who will also communicate this decision in writing to all concerned. Any student found guilty of copying work three times will automatically fail their course and be expelled from the College. 3.2.1.20 Students graduating will be supplied with a program Degree or Diploma. A further copy of the Degree/Diploma may be requested and, if the CEO is satisfied that a student has good reason for requesting a further copy, a copy will be supplied on payment US$50/copy. Official course transcripts, listing the courses/modules taken by a student and the marks/ grades awarded for each of the courses/modules will also be supplied. The first copy of an official course transcript will be supplied free of charge; thereafter official course transcripts will be supplied on payment of US$50/copy.



3.2.1.21 Once a student has graduated, failed the course/module or been discontinued from the program, the College will keep their examination answer booklets for exactly two years after the date of the publication of final course marks. Thereafter, all booklets will be destroyed. 3.2.1.22 Any student who fails their program or who leaves the College at any time before completing their program shall be supplied with an official course transcript, listing the courses/ modules taken by the student and the marks/grades awarded for each completed course/module. 3.2.1.23 The College reserves the right to amend these regulations at any time after ensuring adequate notice is given to all students. 3.2.2. Grading System for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma 3.2.2.1 Letter grades are awarded for program course/modules and are based on the final module mark (Final Score), expressed as a whole number percentage. The grade awarded is based on the following standards: Table 29: Percentage equivalents used to convert final module marks into letter grades. Letter Letter Grade Final Course/Module Mark Grade Definitions PG Diploma Bachelor PG Diploma Ordinary Degrees Modules Diploma Modules A B+ B

Excellent 80-100% 80-100% 80-100% Very Good

70-79%

70-79%

75-79%

Good 60-69% 60-69% 70-74% 90



C Average 50-59% 50-59% 60-69% D Poor 40-49% 40-49% 40-60% F Failure 0-39% 0-39% 0-39% I Incomplete -

-

-

Q Disqualified

-

-

-

3.2.2.2 Letter grades awarded for each course or module are then converted into grade points on the basis of the following standard: Points Per Letter Grade: A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C = 2; D = 1; E = 0 3.2.2.3 The Grade Point Average (GPA) for the program overall is then calculated in the following way. The grade point for each course/module is multiplied by the number of credits assigned for the same course/module to produce a course/ module credit grade point score for each of the completed courses or modules. The course/module credit grade point scores for all of the course/modules, in a given program, are then added together to produce a total credit grade point score for the completed courses/modules overall, which is then divided by the total number of credits (i.e. the number of credits assigned to the all of the completed modules in the program) to produce a cumulative, and ultimately a final, GPA. The GPA is rounded up one decimal place when the value of the second decimal place is 0.05 or greater. Section 3.1.2.3 of these regulations provides an example of how a GPA is calculated. 3.2.2.4 At the end of the program, each student’s final GPA is calculated and the student is awarded a class/division based on the classification system shown in the table below.



Table 30:

Classification system used to determine class/division.

Class/Division Final GPA Final GPA of Award Bachelor Degrees PG Diploma First Class (I)

4.4-5.0

4.4-5.0

Second Class (II A)

3.5-4.3

3.5-4.3

Second Class (IIB)

2.7-3.4

2.7-3.4

Third Class (III)

2.0-2.6

2.0-2.6

Fail

0.0-1.9 0.0-1.9

3.2.2.5 All students will be graded according to their cumulative performance across academic years within the maximum period allowed under 3.2.1.2 above. Students admitted into a program and awarded transfer credits, from other courses towards the award, will be graded only on those additional assessed modules necessary for them to reach the required credit total. 3.2.3 Examination Regulations for Bachelor Degrees and PG Diploma In addition to applying to all final examinations, the following regulations, where appropriate, also apply to continuous module assessment tests and quizzes. 3.2.3.1 Each student will be provided with an examination number for each semester. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that his or her examination number is not lost and that no other person is aware of his or her examination number. 3.2.3.2 Any student who does not attend any final examination, without notice or reasons acceptable to the Academic 92 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Board, will be deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded an examination mark of 0%. Any student who intends to be absent from a final examination must, if at all possible, ensure that a written notice, explaining the reasons for the intended absence, is submitted to the CEO at least five days prior to the start of the final examination. If the CEO is of the opinion that the stated reasons for the intended absence are unlikely to be acceptable to the Academic Board, the CEO has the duty to inform the student, if time allows, in writing before the start of the final examination. If it is not possible for the student to ensure that a written explanation for the intended absence, is submitted to the CEO prior to the start of the final examination, the student must, if at all possible, ensure that such a written notice is submitted to the CEO at the earliest possible time after the final examination and certainly no later than the date of publication of the provisional results for the final examination. The CEO will then submit the details of the case to the Academic Board for a decision on whether the reason for absence was an acceptable one. 3.2.3.3 Students will not be permitted in examination rooms for one hour before the start and one hour after the end of a final examination. Signage will be posted designating rooms to be used for final examinations, indicating that they are out of bounds to students. 3.2.3.4 Students must only enter and leave an examination room through one entrance, indicated by the invigilators. Invigilators have the right to search any student as they enter the examination room. 3.2.3.5 All students will need to be in their seats a minimum of five minutes before the scheduled start of the final examination. During this time, the invigilators will make all necessary announcements. 93 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


3.2.3.6 Any student who comes late into the examination room will not be allowed to compensate for the lost time. 3.2.3.7 No student will be allowed to leave an examination room within the first 30 minutes after the start of the final examination. 3.2.3.8 Any student arriving more than 30 minutes after the start of the final examination will not be allowed access to the examination room. 3.2.3.9 On entering and while inside the examination room, students are not permitted to speak to anyone other than the invigilators. If students need to attract the attention of the invigilators, they should raise their hand and speak only to the invigilators. Any student who contravenes this regulation will immediately have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from their final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.10 Each student must provide him/herself with pencils, pens, a ruler, calculator, a rubber/eraser and a pencil sharpener. Students may bring a written copy of their examination number into the examination room. Any other articles will only be allowed into the examination room following consultation with the invigilators or the CEO. No bags and mobile phones are allowed in an examination room at any time. No student is allowed to carry on his or her person written notes. 3.2.3.11 Any student wishing to take an English language dictionary into a final examination must first make an official written request to the CEO, who will make a decision after consultation with the relevant Head of the Department and 94 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Module Coordinator. If the CEO decides to allow the use of the dictionary, the student must hand in the dictionary to the CEO no later than 24 hours before the start of the final examination. The dictionary will be checked by the CEO and then handed to the invigilator who will give it to the student at the start of the examination and collect it again at the end of the examination before returning it to the CEO. 3.2.3.12 All rough notes made by a student during a final examination must be made in the official examination answer booklet and crossed out afterwards. Under no circumstances must any student remove any pages from an examination answer booklet. If any student is found to have removed any page from an examination answer booklet, they will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from their final examination mark for each missing page. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.13 Any student wishing to use the toilet during an examination must raise their hand to attract the attention of an invigilator, who will escort the student out of the examination room. The student must leave all jackets and coats in the examination room and the invigilator will remain with the student at all times and have the right to ask the student to empty the contents of their pockets or make any other search of the student that they feel is reasonable. Only one student will be allowed to leave the examination room to use the toilet at any time. 3.2.3.14 Any student who cheats during the final examination, by copying from other students or otherwise, will have this brought to his/her attention immediately by the invigilator and will have his/her case reported to the CEO by the relevant invigilator. Such a contravention of examination regulations, if considered to have been proved beyond a reasonable doubt by the Academic Board, is punishable by total failure of the 95 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


relevant course and immediate expulsion from the College. That student will completely have lost his/her eligibility to enroll again as student. 3.2.3.15 No student will be allowed to leave the examination room during the last 20 minutes of the final examination so that there are minimal disturbances to the other students. 3.2.3.16 If a student leaves the examination room, during any final examination, without permission, he/she will not be allowed to return to the examination room and will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.17 At the end of the final examination, all students will be asked by the invigilator to stop writing and the invigilator will subsequently give the necessary instructions. Timing of the final examination will be based on a clock present in the examination room. Any student who continues writing after they have been asked by the invigilator to stop, will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.18 Students must ensure that, for all final examinations, their correct examination number appears on all used examination answer booklets. Students should not write their name on their examination answer booklet. If it is discovered during assessment that a student has written an incorrect number on their examination answer booklet, the student will be penalized. Lecturers and/or invigilators will remind the students during the examination to write the correct number 96 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


on the examination booklet. 3.2.3.19 Students must ensure that all questions to be marked are correctly listed on the front of examination answer booklet. If a student answers more than the required number of questions in a final examination, the marker will mark only the required number in the order that they are written in the examination answer booklet. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that any answers not intended for marking are completely crossed out and not listed on the front of the examination answer booklet. 3.2.3.20 At the end of the final examination, all students must remain seated until the invigilator has collected all the examination answer booklets. Every student is obliged to safeguard his/ her work and hand-in the right booklet, as other materials will not be accepted after the student has left the examination room. Any student who leaves their seat, after he/she has been asked by the invigilator to stay seated, will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. A further breach of this regulation will result in the student being deemed to have failed the final examination and awarded a mark of 0%. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.21 Students are only allowed to take the final examination question paper out of the examination room. Any other writing materials should be crossed out and left in the room. Any student who is caught carrying any other written material out of the examination room will have a penalty mark of 20.0% subtracted from the final examination mark. This penalty will be indicated on the student’s final examination script by one of the invigilators and confirmed by the CEO. 3.2.3.22 Any student who is dissatisfied with a decision of the Heads of the Department(s) and CEO may submit a written appeal 97 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


to the Academic Board through the DRARC. The written appeal must reach the DRARC no later than one week after the decision is made by the CEO. In all cases, the final decision regarding the student’s complaint will rest with the Academic Board. 3.2.3.23 No student will be allowed to enroll in the next level program without satisfying all the requirements of their current program. Bachelor Degree year one students will not be allowed to continue with Bachelor Degree year two or year three classes without satisfying all of the requirements of Bachelor Degree year one and year two, respectively. 3.3 Definitions for Key Examination Terminology These Assessment and Examination Regulations contain a number of terms, some of which, in an attempt to assist the reader in understanding the regulations, are defined or explained below. Continuous work assessment - the assessment of a student’s performance, for any particular course or module, by way of a series of assessed exercises other than a final examination; for example, assignments or practical field exercises scheduled throughout the duration of the course or module. Course – specific subjects, taught and assessed separately from other subjects, which are part of the Bachelor Degree program; for example, the Wildlife Ecology course in the Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism. A course is taught over a several month period. Course assessment - the overall means of assessing student performance for all work in a given course. Course assessment plan - the overall set of continuous assessment exercises and a final examination plan that will be used to assess the performance of a student for a particular course. 98 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Final course mark - the final mark, expressed as a percentage, for a course awarded to a student after taking into account the continuous work assessment mark and, where applicable, the final examination mark. Final module mark - the final mark, expressed as a percentage, for a module awarded to a student after taking into account the continuous work assessment mark, and where applicable, the final examination mark. Final examination - an examination set, on a specific subject given at the end of the module or course following the completion of all teaching for that subject. Grade Point Average (GPA) - a score calculated by dividing the total credit grade point score achieved by a student by the number of credits available for the completed modules or courses in a program, for use in determining a cumulative and final GPA and awarding a award class/ division to a student. Grade point score - the value assigned to a particular letter grade for use in calculating a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA) for a program. Group work assessment - a method of assessing students through work assigned to groups of students, as opposed to individual students, where each student in a group receives the same mark as awarded to the other group members. Module - specific subjects, taught and assessed separately from other subjects, which are part of the Certificate and Diploma programs; for example, the Identification of Plants module In the Technician Certificate program. A module is taught over a three week period. Module assessment - the overall means of assessing student performance for all work in a given module.



Module assessment plan - the overall set of continuous assessment exercises and a final examination plan that will be used to assess the performance of a student for a particular module. Module credit grade point score - the score calculated by multiplying a student’s Grade Point score by the number of credits assigned for a particular module, for use in calculating a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA). Total credit grade point score - a score calculated by summing all the module credit grade point scores achieved by a student for a complete program, for use in calculating a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA).


College Academic and Administrative Staff

4.0

College Academic and Administrative Staff Strengths

This following section provides a list of staff of the College and academic/professional strengths. 4.1 Acting Rector of the College and Senior Lecturer

Freddy S. Manongi PhD (Rural Social Science: Religion and Ecology), Bangor University, Wales, United Kingdom; MSc. (Conservation Biology), University of Cape Town, South Africa; BSc. (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; Ordinary Diploma (Wildlife Management), CAWM/ Mweka; Certificate (Conservation Project Planning), University of Bradford, England; Certificate (Wildlife Management) CAWM/Mweka.

4.2 Acting Deputy Rector Academic, Research and Consultancy and Senior Lecturer

Edward K. Msyani MSc. (Wildlife Management and Control), Reading University, UK; BSc (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; Diploma in Fisheries Kunduchi Fisheries Institute - TZ.; Certificate in Fisheries, Mbegani Fisheries Institute

4.3 Acting Deputy Rector Planning, Finance and Administration and Senior Lecturer

Omoury A. MSc. (Ecology), Western Michigan Chambegga University, USA; BSc. (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; PGD (Ecology), Colorado State University, USA 101



4.4 Wildlife Tourism Department Kokel L. Melubo

Head of Department, Lecturer & Chief Examinations Officer

MSc. (Natural Resources Management), University of Dar es Salaam; BSc. (Geography & Environmental Studies), University of Dar es Salaam

Didacus B. Lecturer MSc. (Tourism Planning & Kasunga Development), University of Surrey, England; B.Com. (Marketing) University of Dar es Salaam; Diploma (Tourism Management), Klessheim Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management Salzburg – Austria; Cert. (Materials Management), NBMM-T; Certificate in Classification and Grading of Tourism Facilities (Pretoria – South Africa)

Obeid J. Mahenya

Fidelcastor F. Tutorial BTTM. (Travel and Tourism Kimario Assistant Operations Management), Moi University – Kenya

Assistant MSc. (Management of Natural Lecturer Resources in Sustainable Agriculture), Sokoine University of Agriculture; BA. (Education), University of Dar es Salaam (Currently on a PhD Study Leave – Norway)



Richard A. Tutorial MSc Marketing Management, Kisasembe Assistant Mzumbe University; BA. (Cultural Anthropology & Tourism), Tumaini University Iringa; Ordinary Diploma (Education), Mpwapwa Teachers College

4.5 Wildlife Management Department Edward K. Head of MSc. (Wildlife Management and Msyani Department Control), Reading University, & Senior UK; BSc (Zoology and Wildlife Lecturer Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; Diploma in Fisheries Kunduchi Fisheries Institute - TZ; Certificate in Fisheries, Mbegani Fisheries Institute Reginald T. Senior MSc. (Ecology), Western Mwaya Lecturer Michigan University, USA; BSc. - (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; Diploma in Fisheries Kunduchi Fisheries Institute – TZ

Thadeus M. Senior MSc. (Wildlife Management / Binamungu Lecturer Control), Reading, UK; BSc. (Wildlife Ecology and Zoology), UDSM; Dipl. (Forestry), Olmotonyi; Certificate (Forestry), Olmotonyi; Certificate (Wood Utilisation), Italy (currently on secondment to African Wildlife Foundation, Arusha) 103 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Baker M. Masuruli

Baldwin A. Lecturer MSc. (Wildlife Ecology), Western Mwakamela Michigan University, USA; BSc. - Zoology and Wildlife Ecology, University of Dar es Salaam; PGD in Environmental Education, Strachyclade –UK; Ordinary Diploma (Fisheries) Kunduchi Fisheries Institute

Pius F. Malata

Senior MSc. (Conservation Biology), Lecturer Kent University, UK; BSc. (Agriculture) – Sokoine University of Agriculture (currently on a PhD Study Leave – Canada)

Dean of MSc. (Environmental Law and Students Kent University – UK; & Lecturer Coordinator) BSc. (Zoology and (Armoury Wildlife Ecology), University of Conservation), Dar es Salaam; Diploma (Beekeeping), Tabora; Certificate (Beekeeping), Olmotonyi – Arusha; Certificate (Law ) - University of Dar es Salaam. Certificate (Moving Target Shooting), Sweden. Certificate (Basic Tracking Skills), Mweka.

Alex W. Lecturer MSc. (Wildlife Management & Kisingo Conservation), University of Reading, UK; Diploma (Endangered Species Management), .University of - Kent, UK; BSc. (Wildlife Management) Sokoine University of Agriculture; Certificate (Climate 104 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Change & Biodiveristy), University of Dar es Salaam. Certificate (Basic Tracking Skills), Mweka (currently on a PhD Study Leave – Canada) Teresia R. Assistant MA. ( Community Economic Olemako Lecturer Development), Southern New Hampshire University USA PGD (Wildlife Management), CAWM/Mweka Adv. Diploma (Community Economic Development) Tengeru (currently on a PhD Study Leave – Norway/ SUA) Lazaro J. Assistant MSc. (Natural Resources Mangewa Lecturer Assessment and Management), University of Dar es Salaam; BSc. (Wildlife Management), Sokoine University of Agriculture; Certificate (Wildlife Management & Conservation), Tokyo – JICA Centre); Certificate (Participatory Planning & wildlife Management Areas Concept in Tanzania, CAWM/Mweka Hamad I. Assistant MSc. (Ecology of Drylands), Ben Dulle Lecturer – Gurion, University, Israel; BSc. (Chief (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology), Admissions University of Dar es Salaam; Officer) Ordinary Diploma (Wildlife Management), CAWM/Mweka (currently on a PhD Study Leave - Germany) 105 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Oliver C. Assistant MSc. (Environmental Science, Nyakunga Lecturer Environmental Planning and Management), UNESCO-IHE, The Netherlands; BSc. (Zoology and Wildlife Ecology) University of Dar es Salaam; Ordinary Diploma (Wildlife Management), CAWM/Mweka (currently on a PhD Study Leave – Italy)

Felix A. Lyimo

Principal Instructor (Study Area Coordinator)

BSc. (Agriculture & Wildlife Science), New Mexico State University, USA

Philipo H. Tutorial BSc. (Urban and Regional Malley Assistant Planning) - University of Dar es Salaam; Certificate in Disaster Management at UCLAS. MSc., Land Management, Ecological Conservation, Cranfield University, England. Certificate (Basic Tracking Skills), Mweka.

Alodia K. Machumu

Elibariki H. Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Shilla Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). (currently on MSc. Study Leave Australia)

Tutorial BSc. (Geography and EnvironAssistant mental Studies) University of Dar es Salaam; MSC (Environmental Planning and Management, UNESCO IHE THE NERTHERLANDS)



Gideon I. Alfred

Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA).(Currently on MSc. Study Leave - Norway)

Beatrice E. Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Benjamin Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). (Currently on MSc Study Leave – Norway)

Henry K. Njovu

Elizabeth K. Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Mtui Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). (Currently on MSc. Study Leave – Norway)

Neema R. Kinabo

Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA).(Currently on MSc. Study Leave – Norway)

Tutorial BSc. (Wildlife Management), Assistant Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

Gastor J. Lyakurwa Peter Genda

Tutorial Assistant & Deputy Chief Examinations Officer

BSc. (Wildlife Management), Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

Joshua M. Mushi

Senior Certificate in Herbarium, Biodiversity Dar es Salaam Technician

Tutorial BSc. Wildlife Management Assistant and Conservation, Makerere University, Uganda



Julius V. Biodiversity BSc (Wildlife Management), Lasway Technician SUA Billy J. Biodiversity Certificate in Wildlife Munisi Technician Management (CAWM), Diploma in Nature Conservation – TUT, South Africa 4.6 Research and Consultancy Department Ladislaus W. Senior MSc. (Wildlife Management Kahana Lecturer & Control), Reading University, Head of UK; BSc. (Zoology and Wildlife Department Ecology), University of Dar es Salaam; Diploma (Fisheries), Kunduchi; Diploma (Environmental Management), Galilee - Israel; Certificate in Fisheries, Nyegezi - Mwanza; Certificate (Professional Development & Environmental Educa tion) - Bath University, UK. 4.7 Kwakuchinja Study Site Staff

Augustine D. Principal Mwageni Ranger 1

Certificate from Pasiansi Wildlife Management

Paulo P. Salfu

Senior Ranger 1

Primary School Education

Michael W. Senior Chaulla Ranger 1


Nassoro A. Senior Kapinga Ranger 1




Joseph L. Senior Naibala Ranger 1 & Driver 4.8 Public Relations Unit


Richard A. Acting Principal MSc Marketing Management, Kisasembe Public Relations Mzumbe University; BA. Officer (Cultural Anthropology & Tourism), Tumaini University Iringa; Ordinary Diploma (Education), Mpwapwa Teachers College 4.9 Information and Communication Technology Unit (ICT)

Joseph F. Mramba

ICT BengCo(Bachelor of Engineering Administrator in Computer Engineering),DIT: F.T.C(Full technician Certificate in Computer Engineering),DIT.,

Simon T. Kiondo

System BSc.(Information Technology) Administrator Stefano Moshi Memorial University College; Dip. ICT, (Stephano Moshi Memorial University College)

Sydney L. Rothbletz

ICT Technician

F.T.C. (DIT-DSM)

4.10 Library Department Beatus M. Librarian I; B.A (Library & Information Kisangija Head of Library Studies), Tumaini University Department DSM; Diploma (Library & Information Studies), SLADS 109 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Bagamoyo Pwani); Certificate. National S/keeping, National Board of Materials Management (NBMM) Yusuph H. Senior Ordinary Diploma (Library & Kopwe Library Information Studies), SLADS Assistant II Bagamoyo Pwani); Certificate (Library & Information Studies National Central Library, Dar es Salaam Mary R. Njau

Senior Ordinary Diploma (Library & Library Information Studies), SLADS Assistant II Bagamoyo Pwani); Certificate (Library & Information Studies), National Central Library, Dar es Salaam

Ziada A. Mbano

Senior Ordinary Diploma (Library & Library Information Studies), SLADS Assistant II Bagamoyo Pwani); Certificate (Library & Information Studies), National Central Library, Dar es Salaam

Judith E. Mbowe

Library Ordinary Diploma (Library & Assistant I Information Studies), SLADS Bagamoyo Pwani); Certificate (Library & Information Studies), National Central Library, Dar es Salaam

John S. Mwamba

Assistant Dip. Lib. & Doc. (SLADSLibrarian Bagamoyo-Pwani), Cert. Lib. (Chang’ombe Teachers CollegeDSM) 110



Nuru H. Mwelinde

Assistant Certificate in Library; Diploma Librarian in Librarianship and Documentation

4.11 Finance Department and Accounting Unit Peter E. Senior Mghwira Assistant Accountant, Acting Bursar Herman S. Assistant Kimbwereza Accountant

ADA (IFM-DSM)

ADA (IFM-DSM)

Salutary J. Adrian

Leocardia G. Assistant AD. (Co-operative Accounts), Siyumba Accountant Co-operative College-MoshiMuCCOBS

Cecilia P. Sosoma

Assistant PGD. Acc. (IFM-DSM); B.Com. Accountant Accounts, University of Dar es Salaam

Assistant Accountant

ADA (Masoka Mgt Training Institute-Moshi)

Efrem E. Assistant ADA (IFM-DSM) Ndesoma Accountant

Edwin M. Assistant BBA(SAUT – Mwanza); Diploma Mihangwa Accountant (Business Administration), CBE –Dar es Salaam

4.12 Supplies Unit David P. Assistant Kyara Supplies Officer

Ordinary Diploma (Materials Management), DSA Dar es Salaam. 111



4.13 Procurement Management Unit Peris S. Ayo

Assistant Supplies Officer

Member Bachelor Degree, Procurement of PMU Management (MuCCOBS), Tanzania

Grace C. Swai

Bachelor Degree, Procurement Management, NBMM, Dar es Salaam

4.14 Human Resources and Administration Department Nsairo G. Nkini

Principal Advanced Diploma (Transport Human Management), NIT-DSM; Resources and Masters of Business AdministraAdministration tion (Finance and Banking), Officer I Mzumbe University, Tanzania

Richard A. Njau

Senior Human Diploma (Human Resources Resources and Management), KIM/CSC, Administration DSM/Nairobi; Certificate Officer (Management Development), CSD/British Council, DSM; Certificate (Training of Trainers), IDM, Mzumbe; Certificate (Application of Work Study for Industrial Safety), NIP, DSM; Certificate (Training Methods), University of Bradford, U.K

Moshi O. Yusuf

Administrative Diploma in Secretarial Studies Secretary I from TPSC Dar es Salaam

Phebe H. Kisare

Administrative Cert. Secretary-ship (Temple Secretary I College Nairobi) Certificate, Basic Management (IDMMzumbe) 112



Monica C. Office Samagwa Management Secretary

Diploma in Secretarial Studies from TPSC, Dar es Salaam

Tusibilege H. Office Mbetwa Management Secretary

Diploma in Secretarial Studies from TPSC, Dar es Salaam

Betsy J. Senior Office Certificate in Secretarial Studies Jimmy Attendant 4.15 Medical Services Unit Neema F. Assistant Advanced Diploma in Medicine Lema Medical Officer (Ifakara, TTCIH)

Magdalena E. Senior Nursing Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery), Shayo Officer Tanga Certificate(Ophthalmic Nursing Assistant), (Mvumi Hospital -Dodoma)

Mary E. Maria

Senior Laboratory Technician

Diploma (Medical Laboratory), Muhimbili Medical CentreDar es Salaam.

4.16 Transport and Workshop Unit Gerald F. Senior Certificate (Auto Electronic), Urio Mechanic I Morogoro; Certificate (Generator Repair M/Benz, H/Duty Trucks), D.T. Dobbie Dar es Salaam; Certificate (Planned Maintenance Diesel, Petrol Engine Overhaul), D.T. Dobbie Nairobi.



Sosthenes M. Senior Certificate (Mechanics Grade III), Mwandu Mechanics Tanga; Certificate (Diesel Engine and Maintenance) (Iringa); Certificate (M/Benz Trucks), D.T. Dobbie Dar es Salaam. Renatus J. Senior Driver Chuwa

Driving License Grade C

Gaspar J. Senior Driver Mdawa


Peter M. Guga

Senior Driver


Marungu M. Senior Driver Maiso


Edward N. Senior Driver Shirima

Driving License Grade C & Trade Test Grade 1

Paschal A. Senior Driver Nyasa

Driving License Grade C & Trade Test Grade 1

Stephen A. Driver 1 Mtera


Samwel S. Driver 1 Mwigwa Juma S. Driver 1 Mfutakamba

Driving License Grade C Driving License Grade C



4.17 Estates Unit

Ngina M. Housekeeper Certificate (Housekeeping and Materu Laundry), Hotel and Tourism Training Institute - Dar es Salaam

Adelard M. Senior Kauki Artisan I

Certificate (Minor Electrical Domestic Service) VETA, Moshi


Calendar of Activities for the 2012/13 - 2013/14 Academic Year

5. CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES (2012/13 ACADEMIC YEAR) 5.1 ACADEMIC SEMESTERS AND GRADUATION Semester 1 (20 weeks) 6th Aug. to 21st Dec. 2012 Semester 2 (22 weeks) 07 Jan to 07 June 2013 Graduation 2011/12 27 October 2012 Graduation 2012/13 2nd November 2013 End of Academic Year 2012/13 07th June 2013 (remaining students leave the campus by 08th June 2013) End of Semester I Preparation for semester I Examinations Semester I Final Examinations End of Basic Certificate /Departure Preparation for semester II Examinations i) (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, I (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, year II, Diploma in Wildlife Tourism Year I ii) Certificate W/life Mgt iii) Diploma W/life Tourism year II iv) Certificate Tourism Hunting v) Certificate W/life Tourism vi) Basic Certificate v) Bachelor Degrees (Wildlife Tourism & Management) Semester I Start Bachelor Degrees Semester 1 end

21th December, 2012 10th- 14th Dec., 2012 17th -21th Dec., 2012 21st December, 2012

27th-31stMay 2013 20th – 24th May 2013 03rd -07th May 2013 10th - 14 th June 2013 20th – 24th May 2013 01st - 05th June 2013 24th -28th June 2013 13th -17th May 2013 03 October 2011 05 February 2012



Bachelor Degrees Semester 1 Final Examination 13-17 February 2012 Bachelor Degrees Preparation for examinations Semester I 06-10 February 2012 Bachelor Degrees Semester II start 27 February 2012 Bachelor Degrees Semester II end 08 July 2012 Bachelor Degrees Semester II Examination preparation 09-13 July 2012 Bachelor Degrees Semester I1 Final Examination 16-20 July 2012 Bachelor Degrees Preparation for supplementary Examinations Semester II 23-27 July 2012 Bachelor Degrees Semester I Supplementary Examination 30July-03August 2012 Semester II Final Examinations i) (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, year I & II, Advanced & Postgraduate Diploma, Diploma in Wildlife Tourism Year I) 28May- 2nd June 2013 ii) Certificate W/life Mgt 04th-8th June 2013 iii) Diploma W/life Tourism year II 07th-12th May 2013 iv) Certificate Tourism Hunting 18th- 22th June 2013 v) Certificate W/life Tourism 04th -08th May 2013 vi) Basic Certificate 17th -21st May 2013 5 .2 BREAKS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Christmas/New Year Break End of Academic Year Break for Dip. I Farmers Day Nyerere Day Independence Day

22th Dec 2012 to 06th January 2013 07th June to 05th August 2012 08th August 2012 14th October 2012 09th December 2012



Christmas Day Boxing Day New Years Day Zanzibar Revolution Good Friday Easter Sunday Easter Monday Karume Day Union Day May Day Trade Day

25th December 2012 26th December 2012 01st January 2013 12th January 2013 29th March 2013 31st March 2013 01st April 2013 07th April 2013 26th April 2013 01st May 2013 07th July 2013

N.B. The College observes Muslim public holidays. However, these holidays are not included above as they are observed depending on moon sightings and dates are not yet confirmed. 5.3 COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT, EXAMINATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTARIES AND REPEAT MODULES Dates for continuous assessment exercises and final examinations for specific modules will be indicated in the Module Outlines provided at the start of each module. Semester I Provisional Results

10th February 2013

Semester I Supplementary Examinations i) (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, year I 10th-14th June 2013 (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, II, 10th-14th June 2013 Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, year II 03th - 07th June 2013 Postgraduate Diploma in Wildlife 03th - 07th June 2013 Diploma in Wildlife Tourism Year I) 24th - 28th June 2013 ii) Certificate W/life Mgt 24th- 28th June 2013 iii) Diploma W/life Tourism year II 10th-14th June 2013 iv) Certificate Tourism Hunting 15th - 19thJune 2013 v) Certificate W/life Tourism 08th – 12th July 2013



vi) Basic Certificate Semester I and II Provisional Results

24th -28th Dec 2012 28th June 2013

Semester II Supplementary Examinations 20th June to 19th July 2013 i) (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, I 17th- 21st June 2013 (Diploma in Wildlife Mgt, year II 10th-14th June 2013 Postgraduate Diploma, Diploma in Wildlife 17th- 21st June 2013 Diploma in Wildlife Tourism Year I) 01st-05th July 2013 ii) Certificate W/life Mgt 01st-05th July 2013 iii) Diploma W/life Tourism year II 17th- 21st June 2013 iv) Certificate Tourist Hunting 22nd - 26th June 2013 v) Certificate W/life Tourism 15th -19th July 2013 vi) Basic Certificate 19th -23th June 2013

*Depending on the availability of Lectures

5.4 MAJOR STUDENTS EVENTS

Students’ Council elections Dinner Dance

05th September 2012 08th June 2013

5.5 ON CAMPUS AND FIELD PRACTICAL TRAINING Practical exercise training may be taken within modules in classrooms, laboratory or outside classroom on campus. However, field safari training aim to provide training in practical skills, often related to subject matter covered in earlier covered parts of modules, or the integration of knowledge acquired in other modules. The detailed plans for safari modules will be given before the safari. The following safari modules are scheduled:



Six –Months Basic Certificate SAFARI 1: Field Identification and Ecology

26thNov. - 03th Dec. 2012

SAFARI 2: Field Identification and Ecology

29thApril to 06th May 2013

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Management SAFARI 1: Field Identification and 26thNov. - 03th Dec. 2012 Ecological Monitoring Ngorongoro Conservation Area SAFARI 2: Basic Field Skills

07th to 14th January 2013 Arusha National Park

SAFARI 3: Wildlife Management & Tourism

01st to 08 th April 2013 Mkomazi National Park

Technician Certificate in Wildlife Tourism SAFARI 1: Wildlife Resource Identification

12th to 19th Nov. 2012 Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

SAFARI 2: Basic Field Skills

07th to 14th January 2013

SAFARI 3: Protected Area 27th May -03th June 2013 Interpretation Pangani Arusha and Serengeti National Parks SAFARI 3: Field attachment / 15th July - 29 th Aug. 2013 Intensive field safari



Technician Certificate Tourism Hunting SAFARI 1: Ecology of Hunting

01st to 15th October 2013 Selous Game Reserve

SAFARI 2: Wilderness skills

07th to 14th January 2013 Arusha N. Park

SAFARI 3: Hunting Camps & 17th to 25th June 2013 Animal Tracking Pangani Arusha and Serengeti National Parks SAFARI 3: Field attachment/ Intensive field safari

23th July- 03th Aug. 2013

Diploma I Wildlife Management SAFARI 1: Biodiversity Assessment Techniques

12th to 19th Nov. 2013 Saadani National Park

SAFARI 2: Wilderness Skills 21st Jan to 28th Jan 2013 Kilimanjaro National Park SAFARI 3: Conservation Ecology & Management 08th – 22nd April 2013 Arusha & Serengeti National Parks & Pangani Diploma I Tourism Management SAFARI 1: Natural Resource Inventory 22th to 05th Oct. 2012 Saadani National Park SAFARI 2: Wilderness Skills 21st Jan to 28th Jan 2013 Kilimanjaro National Park SAFARI 3: Conservation Ecology & 08th – 22nd April 2013 Management Arusha & Serengeti National Parks & Pangani 121 College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka - Academic Years 2012/13 - 2013/14


Diploma II Wildlife Management SAFARI 4: Community Conservation and Wildlife Utilization

01th to 15th Oct. 2012

SAFARI 5: Law enforcement* Inter-module

29th October 2012

Diploma II Wildlife Tourism Safari 4: Tourism Operation

22th Oct- 05th 2012

Safari 5: Tourism Planning

18th -25 th March 2013

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism Safari 1: Introduction to Biological Classification

21st -28th Jan 2013

Safari 2: Ecology & Physical resources

17th – 24th June 2013

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management Safari 1: Biological Science Safari 2: Animal & plant systems

21st -28th Jan 2013 08th – 15th July 2013

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Tourism year II Safari 3: Conservation Biology and Resource Inventory

14th -28th Jan 2013

Safari 4: Tourism operations and Marketing

08th – 15th April 2013

Bachelor Degree in Wildlife Management year II Safari 1: Biology and Geography

21st -28th Jan 2013



Safari 2: Wildlife management & Law enforcement

15th – 22th July 2013

5.6 RESEARCH PROJECTS For Bachelor Degree and PG Diploma students, a research project provides further training in practical field skills. The seminar presentation and projects are scheduled as follows: Diploma II (Seminar presentation)

22th April to 06th May 2013

Postgraduate Diploma

16th April to 14th May 2013

5.7 TRAINING DIVISION MEETINGS Committees within the Training Division meet according to a schedule consistent with the Terms of Reference for each committee. Extraordinary meetings of any committee may be called at any time. College Academic Board Lecturer workload planning workshop 2012/2013 First quarter examinations & results meeting Second quarter Meeting Third quarter Meeting

12-14th July 2012 08th October 2012 09th January 2013 10th April 2013

Wildlife Management Department First Quarter Meeting

03th October 2012

Second Quarter Meeting

12th December 2012

Third Quarter Meeting

10th April 2013

Fourth Quarter Meeting

12th June 2013



Wildlife Tourism Department First Quarter Meeting

03th October 201 2


12th December 2012


10th April 2013


12th June 2013

Research and Consultancy Department First Quarter Meeting

17th October 2012


14th December 2012


10th April 2013


14th June 2013

Library Committee First Quarter Meeting

26th September 2012


12th December 2012


08th March 2013


17th May 2013

Admissions Committee First Quarter Meeting

24th October 2012


01st March 2012


17th May 2013


21th June 2013

Joint Admissions Committees (NACTE)

26th June 2013



College Newsletter Editorial Committee (CNEC) First Quarter Meeting

14th September 2012


12th December 2012


20th March 2013


22nd May 2013

ICT Committee Quarter Meeting

14th September 2012


12th December 2012


20th March 2013


22nd May 2013

5.8 MANAGEMENT MEETINGS The College’s management meetings will take place according to the schedule that is outlined on this document. In this context, management meetings include all other committees outside the Training Division and Governing Body. All Workers’ Meetings First Meeting Second Meeting

11th July 2012 07th January 2012

RAAWU Meetings First quarter meeting

01st July 2012

Second quarter meeting

10th October2012

Third quarter meeting

02nd January 2013

Fourth Quarter meeting

12th April 2013



Management Committee Meetings First Meeting

03rd July, 2012

Second Meeting

27th July, 2012

Third Meeting

10th August, 2012

Fourth Meeting

24th August, 2012

Fifth Meeting

14th September, 2012

Sixth Meeting

26th September, 2012

Seventh Meeting

10th October, 2012

Eighth Meeting

26th October, 2012

Ninth Meeting

16th November, 2012

Tenth Meeting

23rd November, 2012

Eleventh Meeting

12th December, 2012

Twelfth Meeting

26th December, 2012

Thirteenth Meeting

11th January, 2013

Fourteenth Meeting

25th January, 2013

Fifteenth Meeting

14th February, 2013

Sixteenth Meeting

22nd February, 2013

Seventeenth Meeting

13th March, 2013

Eighteenth Meeting

29th March, 2013

Nineteenth Meeting

12th April, 2013

Twentieth Meeting

26th April, 2013

Twenty first Meeting

10th May, 2013

Twenty Second Meeting

24th May, 2013

Twenty third Meeting

12th June, 2013

Twenty fourth Meeting

26th June, 2013 126



Worker’ Council First Quarter Meeting

15th August, 2012


11th December, 2012


08th April, 2013


20th June, 2013

Executive Committee of the Workers Council First Meeting

25th July 2012

Second Meeting

27th August 2012

Third Meeting

26th September 2012

Fourth Meeting

05th October 2012

Fifth Meeting

16th November 2012

Sixth Meeting

26th December 2012

Seventh Meeting

25th January 2013

Eighth Meeting

22nd February 2013

Ninth Meeting

21st March 2013

Tenth Meeting

25th April 2013

Eleventh Meeting

23rd May 2013

Twelfth Meeting

20th June 2013

Student’s Council First Quarter Meeting

17th October 2012

Second quarter Meeting

09th January 2013


03rd April 2013


15th May 2013



Human Resources First Meeting

26th July 2012

Second Meeting

08th August 2012

Third Meeting

05th September 2012

Fourth Meeting

03rd October 2012

Fifth Meeting

02nd November 2012

Sixth Meeting

07th December 2012

Seventh Meeting

02nd January 2013

Eighth Meeting

07th February 2013

Ninth Meeting

05th March 2013

Tenth Meeting

09th April 2013

Eleventh Meeting

05th June 2013

Finance Committee First Quarter Meeting

25th October 2012


07th January 2013


10th April 2013

Fourth quarter

29th May 2013

Budget planning and Finance Committee First Quarter Meeting

18th October 2012


09th January 2013


03rd April 2013

Fourth quarter

2nd May 2013



5.9 GOVERNING BODY MEETINGS The College’s Governing Body and its Committees (Executive Committee, Management and Staff Development Committee, Academic Committee, Planning and Finance Committee) will meet according to the following schedule: First and Second Quarter 2012/2013 Meeting

26th to 29th Oct. 2012

Third Quarter 2012/2013 Meeting

17th to 18th Jan. 2013

Fourth Quarter 2012/2013 Meeting

23rd to 25th May 2013

The Executive Committee of the Governing Body will meet at any time and as will be determined by the Governing Body.



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