The Institute of Social Work (ISW) invites applications for the 2025/2026 academic year from both Tanzanian and international students. Available programmes include undergraduate degrees, diplomas, certificates, postgraduate diplomas, and master’s degrees.
In this guide, you will find detailed information about admission requirements, application procedures, deadlines, and contact details to help you successfully join ISW.
About the Institute of Social Work (ISW)
The Institute of Social Work was established under the Institute of Social Work Act [Cap 110 R.E 2002], later revised by the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 3) Act of 2002.
Over the years, ISW has introduced numerous academic programmes, starting with the Certificate in Labour Studies (1982) and later the Advanced Diploma in Labour Studies (1990). Since then, ISW has expanded its offerings to include:
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Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
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Programmes in Human Resource Management
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Postgraduate Diploma in Law, Mediation, and Arbitration (2004)
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Bachelor Degrees & Ordinary Diplomas in multiple disciplines (2006–07)
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Postgraduate Diplomas in Strategic Human Resource Management & Health System Management (2013–14)
ISW Admission Requirements
1. Basic Technician Certificate (NTA Level 4)
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Minimum of four (4) passes in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE), excluding religious subjects.
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OR a certificate from a NACTE-recognized institution or NVA Level 3 qualification (minimum 6 months).
2. Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 5 & 6)
Direct Entry:
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At least 1 principal pass and a subsidiary pass in two relevant subjects, totaling 1.5 points (E and S).
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Four (4) CSEE credits.
Equivalent Entry:
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Basic Technician Certificate (GPA 2.0+) from a NACTE-recognized institution and four (4) CSEE passes.
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OR Grade III A Teacher Certificate (average C) from a NACTE-accredited institution.
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OR Nursing/Midwifery certificate and equivalent courses with four (4) CSEE passes.
3. Bachelor Degree (NTA Level 7–8)
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A-Level before 2014: Two principal passes (4.0 points).
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A-Level 2014–2015: Two principal passes (two C’s) with 4.0 points.
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A-Level 2016 onwards: Two principal passes with a combined score of 4.0 points.
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Minimum four (4) O-Level passes or equivalent as recognized by NECTA/VETA.
4. Postgraduate Diploma
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Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field of Social Sciences with a pass grade.
5. Master’s Degree (NTA Level 9)
One-year programme:
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Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work or Bachelor’s/Advanced Diploma in Social Work with GPA 2.7+.
Two-year programme:
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Bachelor’s/Advanced Diploma in Social Sciences (e.g., Education, Psychology, Sociology, Health Sciences, Community Development) with GPA 2.7+.
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Must complete Foundation & Advanced Modules (260 credits) if no prior background in Social Work.
Application Process
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Visit the ISW Online Application System: https://oas.isw.ac.tz
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Read the admission requirements carefully.
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Create an applicant account and fill in all required details.
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Upload certified academic documents.
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Generate a Control Number for payment.
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Pay the application fee via M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money, or bank deposit.
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Submit your application and keep a copy of the confirmation.
Contact Details
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IT Support: 📞 +255 677 111 200
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Admissions Office: 📞 +255 735 509 090
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Email: support@matokeoya.co.tz
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Website: www.isw.ac.tz
