Polytechnic Of Namibia School Prospectus

This Prospectus has been compiled to reflect all information as accurately as possible. However, the University of
Namibia does not accept any responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions. The Council of the University of
Namibia reserves the right to amend any regulation or other stipulation without prior notice.
The information in this Prospectus is correct as at 30 November 2021
Copyright: University of Namibia,

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STUDENT FEES
CONTENTS

  1. STUDENT FEES PAYMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
  2. ENQUIRIES STUDENT ACCOUNTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
  3. PAYMENT OF PRECRIBED FEES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
    3.2 MODES OF PAYMENT ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
    3.3 ESTIMATE TUITION FEES PER TYPE OF QUALIFICATION ……………………………………………………… 6
    3.4 HOSTEL FEES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
    3.5 WEAR AND TEAR …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
  4. OTHER FEES PAYABLE ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
    4.1 MISCELLANEOUS FEES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
  5. FEES PAYABLE …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
    5.1 DUE DATES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
    5.1 DEFAULT OF PAYMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
  6. CANCELLATION DATES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
    6.1 CANCELLATION CREDITS ON TUITION ……………………………………………………………………………….…9
    6.2 CANCELLATION CREDITS ON HOSTEL …………………………………………………………………………………. 9
  7. BURSARY STUDENTS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9
  8. REFUNDS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
  9. DISCOUNTS AND REBATES………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
    9.1 DISCOUNT ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…10
    9.2 STAFF REBATE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…10
    9.3 HOUSING COMMITTEE REBATE ……………………………………………………………………………………….…10
    9.4 SRC REBATE………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………10
    9.5 FAMILY REBATE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………9
  10. GENERAL STIPULATIONS REGARDING STUDENT FEES ……………………………………………………………………. 11
  11. APPENDIX A- ESTIMATED TUITION FEES…………………………………………………………………………….11-20

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  1. STUDENT FEES: PAYMENTS

1.1. Payments may be made as follows
(a) Personally
i. Payments can be made at cashiers of UNAM Centers or at any University campus.
Requirements:
i. No payments should be made to any member of staff other than the Cashier.
ii. Students must present their student cards to avoid incorrect student numbers.
iii. Students and parents must indicate the type of payment, to ensure correct allocation.
iv. No payments should be made without obtaining an official receipt from the cashier.
v. Students who make payments at the cashier should verify their receipts and change, before leaving the counter.
The cashier will not be responsible for any mistakes on receipts and or wrong change that may be claimed
afterwards.
vi. The University and its staff cannot be held responsible for any losses if the above payment-requirements are not
adhered to.
vii. Only official original receipts will serve as proof that payments have been made to the University of Namibia.
Office Hours:
Mondays to Fridays
08H00 – 13H00
14H00 – 16H00
(b) Student fees payment by way of EFT or direct bank deposit should be made to:
Account name: UNAM STUDENT DEPOSIT ACCOUNT
Account type: Current account
Bank name: First National Bank Namibia
Account number: 62246793451
BIC code: FIRNNANX
Reference number: Student Number (Compulsory)
OR
Account name: UNIVERSITY OF NAMIBIA
Account type: Deposit Account
Bank name: Standard Bank of Namibia
Account number: 041471407
BIC code: SBNMNANX
Reference number: Student Number (Compulsory)
OR
Account name: UNAM STUDENT DEPOSIT ACCOUNT
Account type: Deposit Account
Bank name: Bank Windhoek
Account number: 8020914616
BIC code: BWLINANX
Reference number: Student Number (Compulsory)
OR
Account name: UNAM STUDENT DEPOSIT ACCOUNT
Account type: Deposit Account
Bank name: NEDBANK
Account number: 11990456560
BIC code: NEDSNANX
Reference number: Student Number (Compulsory
Requirements:
i. Direct bank deposits made during registration period, should be made three (3) days in advance for clearance, to
be admitted for registration.
ii. Bank deposits and transfers can only be verified during normal working hours.

No cash should be sent via post.

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  1. ENQUIRIES STUDENT ACCOUNTS
    Financial statements can be viewed on Student Portal.
    Email your enquiry to studentaccounts@unam.na
    Your enquiry will be attended to and feedback will be provided via email
    Student Debtors Office
    Telephone Number: +264-61-206-3370/3191
    OFFICE HOURS: ENQUIRIES
    Mondays to Fridays
    For Enquiries
    08:00 – 13:00
    14:00 – 16:00
  2. PAYMENT OF PRESCRIBED FEES
    3.1 The minimum deposits payable at Academic registration for 2022 are as follows
    MINIMUM DEPOSITS PAYABLE AT ACADEMIC REGISTRATION FOR 2022
  3. Registration Fees Deposit
    All current and prospective students of the University of Namibia are urged to note the following approved deposit for the 2022
    academic year.
    STUDENT
    CATEGORY
    REGISTRATION
    FEES
    N$
    STUDENT
    UNION
    CONTRIBUTION
    N$
    CONNECTIVITY
    FEES
    N$
    INTERNATIONAL
    LEVY
    N$
    TOTAL
    REGISTRATION
    FEES PAYABLE
    N$
    Namibian 1 520.00 150.00 575.00 – 2 245.00
    SADC 1 520.00 150.00 575.00 3 000.00 5 245.00
    Non-SADC 1 520.00 150.00 575.00 3 000.00 5 245.00
    Registration fees are payable on or before the day of registration of first semester only.
  4. Tuition Fees Deposit
    STUDENT CATEGORY First Semester
    N$
    Second Semester
    N$
    Namibian 3 500.00 3 500.00
    SADC 5 150.00 5 150.00
    Non-SADC 13 800.00 13 800.00
    Note: The deposit is payable on or before the day of registration
    Total payment upon first semester registration for Namibian students is N$ 5 745.00 (N$ 2 245 + N$ 3 500), SADC students
    N$ 10 395.00 (N$ 5 245 + N$ 5 150) and NON-SADC students N$ 19 045.00 (N$ 5 245 + N$ 13 800).
    Total payment upon second semester registration for Namibian students is N$ 3 500, SADC students N$ 5 150.00 and NONSADC students N$ 13 800.
    Due date for outstanding fees for semester one (1) is on or before 01st June 2022 and for semester two (2) is on or before 30
    November 2022. Failure to settle the outstanding fees will result in the examination marks being withheld.
    See Appendix A for estimated tuition fees or it can be obtained from the following website: http://www.unam.edu.na
    STUDENT FEES
  1. Hostel Fees Deposit
    DESCRIPTION
    NAMIBIAN
    STUDENTS
    N$
    SADC
    STUDENTS
    N$
    NON-SADC
    STUDENTS
    N$
    Main/Neudamm/Ogongo /SANUMARC (Breakfast included) 14 070.00 14 070.00 22 870.00
    Neudamm – School of Veterinary Medicine (Breakfast included) 16 250.00 16 250.00 26 460.00
    Hifikepunye Pohamba/Khomasdal/Katima/Rundu/Southern
    (Breakfast included)
    10 940.00 10 940.00 16 610.00
    Eng. Jose Eduardo Dos Santos (Breakfast included) 18 020.00 18 020.00 30 480.00
    Health Sciences North (Breakfast excluded) 10 500.00 10 500.00 21 000.00
    Hage Geingob (Breakfast excluded) 18 750.00 18 750.00 37 500.00
    Wear and tear fees of N$ 975.00 (non-refundable) is payable before or on day of Registration.
    Hostel fees are payable upfront on the day of registration at the beginning of each semester.
    Important notes:
    I. Students, who settle their tuition fees before the end of academic registration qualify for a 10% discount on tuition fees
    (excl. additional class fees) and should apply in writing on or before 01st June (1st semester) and 30th September (2nd
    semester) of the same year.
    II. In order to be exempted from paying the required deposit, bursary holders need to provide written proof of sponsorship
    / bursary from the Donor.
    III. Students registering with an acknowledgement letter of Namibia Student Financial Assistant Fund (NSFAF) should pay
    the Registration fee of N$2 245 plus the required tuition fees deposit of N$ 3 500.00. Furthermore, students
    opting for campus accommodation should pay N$ 975 wear and tear plus the hostel fees deposit indicated on
    page 6. Kindly note that the acknowledgement letter is not a guarantee for a loan to be awarded.
    IV. Connectivity fees are compulsory and charged once off to obtain internet access for the year via TN (Telecom Namibia)
    Mobile.
    V. Outstanding balances of previous years should be settled in full, before registration.
    VI. Late registration fee of N$600 is payable by all students who register after normal registration.
    VII. Direct bank deposits and electronic transfers should be done 2 working days before registration date.
    VIII. A student number must be used as reference for all direct and electronic deposits.
    IX. Payments at the different University cashiers will reflect immediately on student account.
    X. Students are encouraged to sort out their financial enquiries prior to registration.
    3.2 Modes of payment on remaining balance
    i. Sign a debit order/settlement agreement at registration to pay off the remaining balance by or on 30 June 2022 for
    the first semester and 30 September 2022 for the second semester.
    ii. A compulsory deposit payable at Registration, as indicated above and further installments from February – June
    2022 (semester one) and June – 30 September 2022, applicable to Non-Bursary students.
    3.3 Estimated tuition fees for undergraduate and post graduate studies (See APPENDIX A)
    .
    3.1.1 Course fees and additional course/practical fee, will be charged per course/subject against each student account.
    Qualifications with practical components may differ due to extra load on practical’s. Non SADC students will be
    charged double the Namibian rate, excluding Cost Recovery courses.
    3.1.2 Tuition Fees: Post graduate (Masters and Doctorate Degrees) Non SADC Countries will be charged double the
    Namibian rate, excluding Cost Recovery courses.
    Information for Post graduate studies/cost recovery programs not listed above should be obtained from the various Faculties.
    Please note that years subsequent to any current year, are subject to any changes in fees as may be determined by Council

Hostel Fees
Campus Accommodation Fees per year for hostel registered student only
NAME OF CAMPUS
YEAR
NAMIBIAN
SADC
N$
YEAR
NON SADC
N$
SEMESTER
NAMIBIAN
SADC
N$
SEMESTER
NON SADC
N$
Main/Neudamm/Ogongo/SANUMARC (Breakfast Included) 28,140.00 45,740.00 14,070,00 22,870.00
Neudamm- School of Veterinary Medicine(Breakfast
Included)
32,500.00 52,920.00 16,250.00 26,460.00
Hifikepunye Pohamba/Khomasdal/Katima/Rundu/Southern
(Breakfast included)
21,880.00 33,220.00 10,940.00 16,610.00
Eng. Jose Eduardo Dos Santos (Breakfast included) 36,040.00 60,960.00 18,020.00 30,480.00
Hage Geingob (Breakfast Excluded) 37,500.00 75,000.00 18,750.00 37,500.00
Health Sciences North (Breakfast Excluded) 21,000.00 42,000.00 10,500.00 21,000.00
i. Hostel fees are based on 275 days per year – Main/Neudamm/Ogongo/SANUMARC
ii. Hostel fees for School of Veterinary Medicine – Neudamm are based on 319 per year
iii. Hostel fees for Health Science Campus -Windhoek are based on 331 days per year
iv. Hostel fees for Health Science Campus -North are based on 328 days per year
v. Hostel fees for Eng. Jose Eduardo Dos Santos Campus are based on 288 days per year
vi. Hostel days exclude July and December recess days
Meals (Lunch and Dinner optional)
Per Year N$ 24 930.00
Per Semester N$ 12 465.00
NB:
i. Bursary holders may be levied 100% of the total meal fees, only if written confirmation has been received.
ii. Non bursary students, who need to make use of meals on Campus, should pay cash in advance an UNAM cashiers,
directly on their meal accounts
iii. Meal fees will be processed on presentation of proof of a bursary, or presenting an official receipt as proof of
payment.
iv. The daily limit for meals (lunch & dinner) are N$ 90.00 per day
v. Meal fees are based on 275 days per year
vi. Inter account transfers are not allowed unless a WRITTEN REQUEST is received to transfer fees.
vii. Transfer between students are not allowed, students are advised to apply for a refund.
viii. No fees will be transferred from the fee OR any other account unless that account has a credit balance.
ix. Inter account transfers for meals, books and copies these are only allowed once per year.
3.5 Wear and Tear Fee
(a) A wear and tear fee of N$975, 00 is payable on day of Hostel Registration and is not refundab

OTHER FEES PAYABLE
4.1 Miscellaneous Fees
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
N$
Registration fees

1 520.00
Student Union contribution 150.00
Resubmission of assignments 80.00
Connectivity fee (Payment in addition to registration fee)

575.00
Late registration fee (Payment in addition to registration fee) 600.00
Exemption/Recognition fees: Year & Semester modules

300.00
Wear and Tear 975.00
International Student levy (SADC & NON-SADC students)

3 000.00
Promotional Examination fees 500.00
Administration/Service fees (Per inter account transfer and or refund) 20.00
Application fees (Namibian Students) 150.00
Late application fees (Namibian Students)

300.00
Application fees (International students)

300.00
Late application fees (International Students)

600.00
To replace a certificate

250.00
Transcript of academic record (per script)

100.00
Re-marking of examination paper (per paper) 300.00
Lost Student/Meal card (Not Refundable)

100.00
Proof of Registration

50.00
Reprint of time table (Per scrip) 80.00
Reprint of results

80.00
UNAM Clinic Medical fee per visit for registered students 15.00
Unpaid /Return payments 500.00

  1. FEES PAYABLE
    5.1 Due Dates
    Registration & Tuition Fees Deposit: Before or on day of normal registration
    Late Registration Fees: Before or on day of late registration
    Hostel fees: Before or on day of hostel registration
    Outstanding tuition fees: Due date for outstanding fees for semester one (1) is on or before 01st
    June 2022 and for semester two (2) is on or before 30 November 2022.
    Failure to settle the outstanding fees will result in the examination marks
    being withheld.
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    5.2 Default of Payments
    Should a student, his/her parents, sponsor or any other organization who may have accepted responsibility for payments
    of fees, fail to pay by the due dates as prescribed in these regulations, the following will apply:
    i. Refuse access to lecture halls;
    ii. Refuse admission to examination;
    iii. Refuse admission to hostel accommodation;
    iv. Refuse registration for the next academic year;
    v. Withhold examination results;
    vi. Withhold qualification and academic transcripts as may be applicable;
    vii. Refuse access to student portal.
    Notes:
    i. Any outstanding balances, relevant to a prior year(s)/ semester of study, MUST first be settled before any student will be
    allowed to re-register, receive results/certificate or sit in for any examination(s)
    ii. Non-registered students with outstanding tuition fees will be handed over to the debt collector, at the cost of the debtor.
  2. CANCELLATION DATES
    6.1 Cancellation Credits for Tuition fees (All Offering types)
    6.1.1 Year Courses
    i. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 18 March 2022 – 100% credit
    ii. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 24 June 2022 – 50% credit
    iii. Cancellation of course(s) after 24 June 2022 – no credit
    6.1.2 First Semester Modular Courses
    i. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 18 March 2022 – 100% credit
    ii. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 29 April 2022- 50% credit
    iii. Cancellation of course(s) after 29 April 2022 – no credit
    6.1.3 Second Semester Modular Courses
    i. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 12 August 2022 -100% credit
    ii. Cancellation of course(s) on or before 31 August 2022 – 50% credit
    iii. Cancellation of course(s) after 31 August 2022- no credit
    6.2 Cancellation Credits for Hostel fees
    6.2.1 Hostel Cancellation per year
    i. Cancellation of Hostel on or before 31 March 2022 – 75% Credit
    ii. Cancellation of Hostel on or before 30 June 2022 – 50% credit
    iii. Cancellation of Hostel on or before 31 August 2022– 25% credit
    iv. Cancellation of Hostel after 31 August 2022 – no credit
    6.2.1 Hostel Cancellation for semester 2
    i. Cancellation of Hostel on or before 31 August 2022– 50% credit
    ii. Cancellation of Hostel after 31 August 2022- no credit
    Students failing to cancel courses and/or residence remain responsible for the full fees for the Academic year
  3. BURSARY STUDENTS
    i. No confirmation letters by Sponsors during the examination period will be accepted for examination admission
    ii. Written proof of bursaries awarded must be provided by sponsored students at registration.
  4. REFUNDS
    8.1 Refund upon Discontinuation of Studies or Courses
    i. The application/ registration /student union/connectivity/ international student levy/ late registration/ wear and tear
    fees are non-refundable.
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    ii. Refunds for short courses can only be done on approval of Head of Departme

Application for refunds should be made online (Portal)
iv. No refunds will be processed during the registration period.
v. No refunds of credit balances will be considered without written consent of the donor/parent.
vi. The date and manner of refunding of all fees shall be determined in accordance within the normal rules.

  1. DISCOUNTS and REBATES
    9.1 Discounts
    i. Students, who settle their tuition fees during the registration period qualify for a 10% discount on tuition fees
    (excluding additional class fees) and should apply in writing on or before 30 June 2022 for semester one
    registration and 30 September 2022 for semester two registration of the same year.
    ii. All applications should be submitted to the following email address: sshiyuka@unam.na.
    iii. Discounts will be processed after this date, and will reflect on the individual student accounts. Students who
    need to claim the discount should apply for a refund.
    9.2 Tuition Waiving to Staff Members and their Dependents
    Staff members and their dependents shall pay the following:
    Registration fee – N$1,670-00
    Connectivity fee – N$ 575.00
    Late Registration Penalty (where applicable) – N$600-00
    International student levy (Foreign students only) – N$3,000-00
    Exemption / recognition fees (where applicable)
    Cost Recovery/Practical fees (where applicable)
    i. Staff members of the University of Namibia and University of Science and Technology (NUST) who wish to apply
    for staff rebate, should apply prior Registration each year, through their Human Resource Department.
    ii. Only approved staff waiving forms will be accepted at registration, and the relevant staff member or dependent
    will qualify for reduction of the tuition fees charged on their student accounts.
    iii. The student accounts will be rectified afterwards, and the balance payable should be paid by the various staff
    members/Dependents.
    iv. Staff rebates will only be processed during the following year for passed modules only.
    v. No reduction or waiving will be allowed if the relevant person has a bursary and/or when courses are repeated or
    re-examined.
    9.3 Rebates to Members of Hostel Committees (HC)
    A rebate as determined by Finance Committee will be granted to the HC Chairperson and HC members for the period
    served in that capacity. Rebates will only be refunded in cash if the fee account is paid in full.
    9.4 Rebates to Student Representative Council
    A rebate as determined by Finance Committee for SRC members and SRC Chairperson will be granted on the following
    conditions:
    i. The rebate will be paid pro-rata for the period served as SRC member or chairperson.
    ii. Rebates will be calculated on tuition fees only, excluding additional class fees, e.g. hostel fees, practical fees,
    exemption fees or any other debits.
    iii. Rebates will be calculated and paid at the end of the year.
    iv. Rebates will only be refunded, if the fee account is paid in full.
    9.5 Family Rebates
    When a second or further child from a family (from the same parent) enrolls for full-time study at the University (not
    necessarily at the same time), corporate tuition fees (excluding additional class fees / practical fees, hostel fees, meal
    fees or any other fees) will be charged as follows:
    i. 2nd child – 10% remittance for the normal duration of study,
    ii. 3rd child and later children – 20% remittance for the normal duration of the study.
    iii. Parents or students who wish to avail themselves of this concession must please note that applications must be
    forwarded in writing by not later than 30 June 2022 for semester one registration and not later than 30
    September 2022 for semester two registration. Satisfactory proof must be produced.
    iv. All applications should be submitted to the following email address: sshiyuka@unam.na.
    v. Applicants must provide a full birth certificate as proof that at least one parent is the same or documentary proof
    that they are legally adopted.
    vi. This concession is not available to students who were granted bursaries/scholarships and/or who repeat a course.
    vii. Part-time, self-supporting and married students do not qualify for this rebate.