Master of Science in Community Systems Models and Development
Master of Science in Gender Social Systems and Development
Master of Science in Socio-Ecological Systems and Development Practice
Master of Science in Sociology and Social Anthropology
Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation
Bachelor of Science Honours Anthropology and Cultural Heritage
Bachelor of Science Honours Community Education and Lifelong Learning
Bachelor of Science Honours Criminology and Society
Bachelor of Science Honours Urbanisation and Social Amenities Development
Bachelor of Science Honours Smart Technology Applications and Community Development
Bachelor of Science Honours Social Innovation and Community Development
Bachelor of Science Honours Industrial Sociology
Departments
Staff
Chairperson
Dr Thebeth Rufaro Masunda
Qualifications: Bachelor of Community and Development (Honours), Master of Development Studies and PhD in Development Studies from University of KwaZulu Natal (KZN).
Deputy Dean/Lecturer
Professor Billy Mukamuri
Qualificaions: Dr of Social Sciences, University of Tampere, Finland (1995) (Cum Laude), MSc Environmental Sciences, University of Tampere, Finland (1991), B.A (Hons), University of Zimbabwe (1987), Certificate, Global Environmental Politics, North Carolina State University (1992) , Certificate, International Law, North Carolina State University (1992) , Licentiate in Social Sciences, University of Tampere, Finland (1993)
Lecturer
Dr Manase Kudzai Chiweshe
Qualifications: PhD Sociology, Rhodes University; Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, Bsc in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe
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Senior Lecturer
Dr Enock J.R Mandizadza
Qualifications: DPhil Sociology of Health (UZ, 2017), MSc Sociology & Social Anthropology (UZ, 2009), Bsc Hons Sociology (UZ, 2007), Bachelor of Laws (UNISA, 2022)
Lecturer
Dr Brenda Muchabveyo
Qualifications: PhD Sociology, Rhodes University; Master of Science Degree (MSc) in Sociology and Social Anthropology, University of Zimbabwe; Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours Degree in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe.
Lecturer
Mr Praise Gamuchirai Karuma
Qualifications: Enrolled for PhD Development Studies (University of Pretoria); B.Sc., M.Sc. Sociology and Anthropology (University of Zimbabwe)
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Lecturer
Mr Robson Chagweda
Qualifications: Master of Science Degree in Engineering (Computer Science) National University of Science and Technology (NUST) 2018; Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science (UZ); Education Honours Degree –UZ (2001) and Diploma in Education (Mathematics) Gweru Teachers’ College in 1995.
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Junior Lecturer
Ms Lucy Mashiri
Qualifications: MSc in Social Ecology, University of Zimbabwe, Bsc in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe, Executive Certificate in Programme and Project Monitoring and Evaluation, University of Zimbabwe
Senior Lecturer
Dr I. Gutsa
Dr Ignatius Gutsa
Qualifications: PhD in Anthropology (University of the Witwatersrand), M.Sc in Sociology and Social Anthropology (University of Zimbabwe) and B.Sc (Hons) Sociology (University of Zimbabwe).
Lecturer
Ms Naume Zorodzai Choguya
Qualifications: Master of Science in Sociology and Social Anthropology University of Zimbabwe 2005, Bachelors of Science (Honours) in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe 2002
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Senior Lecturer
Dr Manase Kudzai Chiweshe
PhD. Sociology (Rhodes University), MSc Sociology and Social Anthropology (UZ), BSc Hons in Sociology and Social Anthropology (UZ).
Research Interests: Sociology of everyday life in Africa spaces focusing on livelihoods, agrarian studies, social identities, sport and gender.
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Lecturer
Dr Justin Tandire
Qualifications: Bsc. Honours in Sociology, Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, PhD (Rhodes University)
Lecturer
Dr Priscila Mujuru
Qualifications: PhD in Education (Christ University, India); Masters of Adult Education Degree – University of Zimbabwe; Bachelor of Adult Education Degree – University of Zimbabwe; Diploma in Health and Adult Education (Health Promotion) – University of Zimbabwe. She holds Diplomas in Midwifery – Harare Central Hospital; Operating Theatre Technique – Parirenyatwa Hospital and State Registered Nursing – Harare Central Hospital.
Lecturer
Prof Vupenyu Vitalis Dzingirai
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Lecturer
Mr Calvin Kunaka
Qualifications: Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, Bsc in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe
Lecturer
Dr Crecentia Pamidzai Gandidzanwa
Qualifications: PhD Environmental Management, UNISA (awaiting graduation/graduand); MA in Environmental Policy and Planning, Honors in Geography BA General, University of Zimbabwe, Graduate Certificate in Education (Grad.CE), UZ; Executive Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation, Zimbabwe, Certificate in Research, Botswana.
Lecturer
Dr. Benjamin Gweru
Qualifications: PhD in Sociology (Stellenbosch University, South Africa), Masters in Sociology and Social Anthropology (University of Zimbabwe), Bachelor of Science Special Honours in Sociology (University of Zimbabwe), Bachelor of Arts Degree (University of Zimbabwe)
Lecturer
Joachem Hatizivi Nyamande
Qualifications: Master of Peace, Leadership and Governance Degree (AU-2004), Master of Adult Education Degree (UZ-2003), Bachelor of Adult Education Degree (UZ-1998), Diploma in Adult Education (UZ-1993)
Lecturer
Mr Farai Mutindindi
Qualifications: Master of Information Science, University of South Africa; BSc Applied Information Science.
Lecturer
Mr M.Z Samugwede
Qualifications: Certificate in data analysis and management, Honours degree in Sociology and a Master of Science degree in Sociology and Anthropology, University of Zimbabwe
Lecturer
Mr Sheanesu Kwenda
Qualifications: MSc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, BSc Honours Degree in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe.
Lecturer
Primrose Hove
Qualifications: MSC. Sociology and Anthropology, BSC in Sociology, BSC. SP in Monitoring and Evaluation, Executive Certificate in Humanitarian Assistance and Project Management, Executive Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation. Registered PhD Student Community and Social Development (University of Zimbabwe).
Lecturer
Valeria. C Muvavarirwa
Qualifications: MSc Rural and Urban Planning, BSc Rural and Urban Planning, University of Zimbabwe
Lecturer
Blessing Chikukutu
Qualifications: Executive Certificate in Programme and Project Monitoring and Evaluation (University of Zimbabwe- 2018), Certificate in Credit Management (University of Zimbabwe- 2017), Master of Science in Development Studies (Women’s University in Africa- 2011), Bachelor of Arts General (University of Zimbabwe- 2008)
Lecturer
Ms Rejoice Murisi
Qualifications: B.Sc. Sociology and Anthropology, M.Sc. Sociology and Anthropology (University of Zimbabwe), Post Graduate Diploma in Education (Zimbabwe Open University), PhD Sociology and Anthropology (Women University in Africa) (in progress).
Lecturer
Mr Lovemore Chirubvu
Qualifications: Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, Bsc in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe
Lecturer
Dr. Christine Chahwanda
Qualifications: Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health (University of Witwatersrand), Master in Population Studies (UKZN), Bachelor of Social Sciences (UKZN), Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation (UZ), Specialised certificate in project management (University of Witwatersrand), Certificate of competency in Leadership Management and Governance for Health Systems Strengthening (Afro PHC & Amref Health Africa)
Lecturer
Ms Winnet Hokoza
Qualifications: Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, Bsc in Sociology, University of Zimbabwe, Executive Certificate in Humanitarian Assistance and Programme Management (University of Zimbabwe)
Lecturer
Dr Manasa Dzirikure
Qualifications: PhD Leadership studies (2011) focusing on systemic project/program management and inclusive social policy for sustainable development and wellbeing of vulnerable children and youth; MComm Project Leadership and Management (2006) awarded cum laude from the University of KwaZulu Natal. MSc Population Studies (1995) and BSc Honors Psychology (1993) from University of Zimbabwe; diploma/ certificates in Accounting, Auditing, Personnel Management, Public Relations.
Lecturer
Mr James Mupanga
Qualifications: Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology, Bsc in Sociology, (University of Zimbabwe)
Lecturer
Mr Shingirirai Cain Nzvere
Qualifications: MSc in Sociology and Social Anthropology and BSc honours in Sociology. (University of Zimbabwe)
Lecturer
Ms Sandisiwe Sukoluhle Masuku
Qualifications: Bsc Honours in Sociology and Msc in Sociology and Social Anthropology (University of Zimbabwe)
Lecturer
Mr Lovemore Murakani
Qualifications: Master of Adult Education (University of Zimbabwe) 2021. Bachelor of Adult Education Degree (UZ), 2017 and Diploma in Adult Education (UZ), 2013. Advanced Diploma in Hotel, Tourism and Catering Services (City and Guilds, UK), 2002. Advanced Diploma in Accommodation Operations and services (City and Guilds, London), 2002. Executive Certificate in Hotel Operations Management, (UZ), 2009
Information Office manager
Ms Maria Mahlangu
Qualifications: BCom Honours in Human Resource & Labour Relations Management