Multicultural environment
A diverse student body that encourages cultural exchange, inclusion and global citizenship.
A global community in Zanzibar
International Students
Study in a welcoming island environment where diverse cultures, academic ambition and dedicated student support come together.
Apply from abroadYour destinationTunguu, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Study in Zanzibar
A university community that welcomes the world
Zanzibar University welcomes international students into a safe, supportive and multicultural academic environment.
Students have joined our community from countries across Africa, Asia and Europe. The University supports foreign students from admission through graduation with academic, social and administrative guidance.
Why Zanzibar University
Globally minded. Personally supportive.
Join an academic community shaped by meaningful learning, cultural exchange and life on the Isles.
Safe & supportive campus
A welcoming learning environment with student welfare and guidance services.
Recognised programmes
Programmes developed within Tanzania’s higher-education quality and regulatory framework.
International student support
Help for a confident transition
Moving to another country involves more than academic admission. Our support services help students understand essential processes and settle into university life.
- Guidance for student residence and stay permits
- Orientation and cultural-adjustment support
- Academic advising and counselling services
- Health services and student-insurance guidance
Qualification equivalence
Prepare your academic credentials
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the appropriate Tanzanian authority for the level of study.
NECTA
Equivalence of foreign secondary and high-school qualifications through the National Examinations Council of Tanzania.
NACTVET
Evaluation and equivalence support for foreign diploma and technical qualifications.
TCU
Verification and admission clearance for foreign degree-level qualifications.
International applicants should prepare certified academic documents, valid travel identification and a police clearance certificate from their home country or country of residence.
Your Zanzibar journey begins here