Institute of Rural Development Planning Academic Programmes

The Institute of Rural Development Planning (IRDP) in Mwanza, Tanzania, is a specialized institution focused on rural development and planning. Established in 1994, IRDP offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in areas such as rural development, project management, and community development. The institute emphasizes practical training, research, and capacity building to address the challenges faced by rural communities. With modern facilities and a commitment to sustainable development, IRDP aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement effective development strategies and improve living standards in rural areas. Its work supports regional growth and contributes to the socio-economic development of Tanzania.


Contacts

Post Box 11957, Mwanza

Phone: 255 748 000 648

Email: mwanza@irdp.ac.tz


Registration

Full Registration

No. REG/PWF/043

Full Accreditation


Other campus


Bachelor Degree in Regional Development Planning

Entry requirements:
To be considered for this program, an applicant must have two principal passes in the following subjects: Economics, Geography, History, Commerce, Accounting, Advanced Mathematics, Kiswahili, Nutrition, French, Agriculture, Biology,English Language, Literature, Physics or Chemistry.


Duration: 3 years

Capacity: 100 Students

Field: Business and Management

Bachelor Degree in Economics

Entry requirements:
To be eligible for this program, an applicant needs to have two principal passes in the following subjects: Economics, Geography, History, Commerce, Accounting, Advanced Mathematics, Kiswahili, Nutrition, Agriculture, Biology, English Language, Physics or Chemistry.


Duration: 3 years

Capacity: 150 Students

Field: Business and Management

Bachelor Degree in Project Planning and Management

Entry requirements:
Admission to this program requires two principal passes in the following subjects: Economics, Geography, History, Commerce, Accounting, Advanced Mathematics, Kiswahili, Nutrition, French, Agriculture, Biology,English Language, Literature, Physics or Chemistry


Duration: 3 years

Capacity: 50 Students

Field: Business and Management

Bachelor Degree in Planning and Community Development

Entry requirements:
An applicant must meet the minimum requirement of having two principal passes in the following subjects: Economics, Commerce, Geography, History, Agriculture, English, Kiswahili, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition, or Advanced Mathematics


Duration: 3 years

Capacity: 50 Students

Field: Business and Management