Overview
The Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a premier public institution established in 2012 to drive technological innovation and scientific advancement in Malawi. Located in Thyolo District about 25km from Blantyre, MUST serves as Malawi’s flagship STEM university with state-of-the-art facilities for engineering, biotechnology, and applied sciences. The university focuses on producing graduates who can solve real-world challenges through its problem-based learning approach and strong industry partnerships. MUST has quickly gained recognition for its specialized programs in energy studies, earth sciences, and industrial manufacturing that align with Malawi’s development agenda.
2. General Information
| Name | Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) |
| Established | 2012 |
| Type | Public research university |
| Location | Ndata, Thyolo District, Malawi |
| Website | www.must.ac.mw |
| Accreditation | National Council for Higher Education, Malawi |
| Students | Approx. 3,500 |
| Language of Instruction | English |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Tuition Fee (Annual, MWK) |
| Bachelor in Engineering | 1,200,000–1,500,000 |
| Bachelor in Biotechnology | 1,100,000 |
| Bachelor in Metallurgy | 1,300,000 |
| Master in Renewable Energy | 1,800,000 |
| PhD in Applied Sciences | 2,500,000 |
| Registration Fees | 100,000 |
4. Academic Programs
- School of Engineering
- School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology
- School of Mining and Mineral Processing
- School of Climate and Earth Sciences
- School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub
- Continuing Education Center
5. Facilities
- Modern engineering workshops
- Biotechnology research laboratories
- Renewable energy demonstration center
- High-performance computing cluster
- Innovation and design studios
- Technology business incubator
- Digital library resources
- Student hostels and recreational facilities
6. Accommodation
MUST provides on-campus housing for about 70% of its students in modern hostel facilities. The university prioritizes accommodation for first-year students and those in specialized programs requiring frequent lab access.
- Hostel fees: 250,000 MWK per academic year
- Single and shared room options
- 24-hour security and WiFi
- Dining facilities available
- Shuttle service to Blantyre
7. Contact Information
- Email: admissions@must.ac.mw
- Address: P.O. Box 5196, Limbe, Malawi