Malawi
has an 8-4-4 education system. This system was introduced as changes
to the country’s education system from its colonial era under
British Rule. Learning by this system means students go through
8 years of primary school followed by four years of secondary school
then proceed to tertiary education.
Malawi has a decent education infrastructure compared to many
African nations. There are a number of public and private schools,
colleges and universities.
Universities in Malawi:
The University of Malawi: based in the city of Zomba, the university
was established in 1964 and has five constituent colleges; Bunda
College, Chancellor College, Polytechnic, College of Medicine
and the Kamuzu College of Nursing.
Mzuzu University: situated in the city of Mzuzu, this university
was established in 1997 as the country’s 2nd public university.
The university offers courses in education, environmental studies,
information science, communication and health sciences.
University of Livingstonia: located in the the town of Livingstonia,
Rumphi District. The university has five constituent colleges;
College of commerce, College of Theology, Ekwendeni Nursing School,
Livingstonia Technical College and the College of Education.
