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Browse through various professions and discover the O-level and A-level subjects you need to pursue your dream career.

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Value Chain Dev & Agric Marketing

Focus on agricultural marketing, economics, and value chain development.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Value Chain Development and Agricultural Marketing
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Plant Production Science

Study of plant production, crop improvement, and horticulture.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Biology

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Plant Production Science & TechnologyBSc HorticultureBSc Crop Improvement
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Soil Science & Land Management

Management of soil resources and land use planning.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Chemistry

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Soil Science and Land Management
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Agricultural Engineering

Engineering applied to agricultural production and processing.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
MathematicsPhysics
Possible Degrees:
BSc Agricultural Equipment DesignBSc Food EngineeringBSc Water Resources Engineering
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Media & Production

Film, television, radio, and multi-media production.

O-Level Requirements:
English Language
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Requires 2 Arts subjects

Possible Degrees:
BA Film Radio & TV ProductionBA Multi-Media Production
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Languages & Literature

Study of languages, literature, and intercultural communication.

O-Level Requirements:
English Language
A-Level Requirements:
Literature in English

Requires Literature in English and any Arts subject

Possible Degrees:
BA Language Literature and Intercultural Communication
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Heritage & History

Study of history, heritage, and international affairs.

O-Level Requirements:
English Language
A-Level Requirements:
History
Possible Degrees:
BA Zimbabwean History and International AffairsBA Digital Archival and Historical Information Management
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Accounting & Finance

Financial management, accounting, banking, and auditing.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Accounting and FinanceBSc Internal AuditingBSc Digital Banking
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Economics

Economic theory, development, and financial economics.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
Economics

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Economics and DevelopmentBSc Business and Industrial Economics
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Computer Engineering & IT

Software, hardware, networks, and AI.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Computer ScienceBSc Software EngineeringBSc Cyber SecurityBSc Network Engineering
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Medicine & Surgery (MBChB)

Medical doctor training.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Chemistry

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
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Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical sciences.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Chemistry

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc PharmacyBSc Clinical Pharmacology
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Nursing Science

Professional nursing and healthcare.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Alternative combinations available

Requires 2 passes from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics

Possible Degrees:
BSc Nursing Science
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Rehabilitation Sciences

Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, etc.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
Biology

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc PhysiotherapyBSc Occupational Therapy
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Engineering (General)

Civil, Mechanic, Electrical, Mining, etc.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysical Science
A-Level Requirements:
MathematicsPhysics

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Civil EngineeringBSc Mechanical EngineeringBSc Electrical EngineeringBSc Mining Engineering
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Built Environment

Urban planning, real estate, and land management.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish LanguageGeography
A-Level Requirements:
Geography

Alternative combinations available

Geography is key, plus commercials or sciences

Possible Degrees:
BSc Spatial PlanningBSc Real EstateBSc Land Administration
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Law

Legal practice and studies.

O-Level Requirements:
English Language
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

Any 3 A-level subjects (good grades required). O-Level English Grade B required.

Possible Degrees:
Bachelor of Laws (LLBS)
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Biological Sciences

Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
BiologyChemistry
Possible Degrees:
BSc BiotechnologyBSc GeneticsBSc Biological Sciences
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Chemical Sciences

Industrial, Pharmaceutical, and Pollution Chemistry.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
ChemistryMathematics
Possible Degrees:
BSc Industrial ChemistryBSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Mathematics & Statistics

Applied mathematics, statistics, and data science.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
Mathematics

Alternative combinations available

Actuarial Science requires Grade B in Maths, Data Science requires Grade A

Possible Degrees:
BSc MathematicsBSc Actuarial ScienceBSc Data Science and Systems
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Physical Sciences

Space science, industrial physics, medical physics.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
PhysicsMathematics
Possible Degrees:
BSc Space ScienceBSc Industrial PhysicsBSc Medical Physics
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Politics & Governance

Political science, diplomacy, public management.

O-Level Requirements:
English Language
A-Level Requirements:
History

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
BSc Political Science and DiplomacyBSc Government and Public Management
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Psychology

Industrial, developmental, and forensic psychology.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
Flexible (see note)

O-Level Maths Grade B required

Possible Degrees:
BSc Organisational PsychologyBSc Developmental PsychologyBSc Forensic Psychology
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Veterinary Science

Animal health, surgery, and bioengineering.

O-Level Requirements:
MathematicsEnglish Language
A-Level Requirements:
BiologyChemistry

Alternative combinations available

Possible Degrees:
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc)BSc Veterinary Science Technology

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๐ŸŽ“ University Entry Requirements in Zimbabwe

General Programs:

Minimum of 5 O-level passes (including English and Mathematics) + 2 A-level passes

Competitive Programs (Medicine, Engineering, Law):

Minimum of 5 O-level passes (including English and Mathematics) + 3 A-level passes with specific subject requirements

๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Select at least 5 O-level subjects and 2-3 A-level subjects to see which careers you qualify for!

๐Ÿ“š O-Level Subjects

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English Language
French
Shona Language
Ndebele Language
Tonga Language
Sesotho Language
Xichangana Language
Tshivenda Language
Kalanga Language
Nambya Language
Literature in English
Literature in Shona
Literature in Ndebele
Literature in Tonga
Literature in Xichangana
Literature in Tshivenda
Mathematics
Additional Mathematics
Pure Mathematics
Statistics
Combined Science
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computer Science
Agriculture
Home Management and Design
Food Technology and Design
Technical Graphics and Design
Building Technology and Design
Wood Technology and Design
Metal Technology and Design
Textile Technology and Design
Design and Technology
History
Economic History
Geography
Heritage Studies
Family and Religious Studies
Sociology
Commerce
Economics
Principles of Accounting
Business and Enterprise Skills
Commercial Studies
Art
Dance
Musical Arts
Theatre Arts
PE, Sports and Mass Displays

๐ŸŽฏ A-Level Subjects

Select the A-level subjects you have or are currently studying:

Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Agriculture
Crop Science
Animal Science
Zoology
Nutrition
Statistics
Natural Sciences
Food Science
Computer Science
Computing Science
Technical Drawing
Technical Graphics
Economics
Business Studies
Accounting
Economic History
History
Geography
Literature in English
Divinity
Heritage Studies
Museum Studies
Sociology
African Languages
Foreign Languages
Art

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Your Educational Pathway

Understanding the journey from O-level to your dream career

1

O-Level Foundation

Complete your O-level examinations with the required subjects for your intended career path. Focus on core subjects like Mathematics, English, and Sciences.

MathematicsEnglish LanguageSciences+ Others
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A-Level Specialization

Choose 3 A-level subjects that align with your career goals. This is where you specialize and prepare for university-level studies in your chosen field.

Specialized SubjectsCareer-Aligned3 Subjects
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University Degree

Pursue a bachelor's degree in your chosen field. Your A-level subjects determine which degree programs you're eligible for at universities in Zimbabwe and abroad.

Bachelor's DegreeProfessional Training3-6 Years
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Professional Career

Launch your professional career with the qualifications and skills you've acquired. Continue learning and growing in your chosen field.

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