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Candidates applying for admission at LGTI shall check the LGTI courses and qualifications, the Local Government Training Institute offers numerous courses and programs for the undergraduate to postgraduate levels.
Local Government Training Institute LGTI Courses and Qualifications 2022/2023
Every course at LGTI has its own specific entry requirements and fees, therefore in this article, we are going to highlight in detail the LGTI courses offered, fee structure, and entry requirements for the current academic year.
As a centre for practical oriented demand-driven training, research, and consultancy in Local Government Authorities (LGAs), the Local Government Training Institute (LGTI) offers short courses and long courses to reflect its primary role as the Lead training Institute (LTI) in LGAs.
- Long Courses
- Study Levels
According to the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) courses are studied in three different levels. Based on the qualification of the applicant, one can join LGTI in any of the following levels:
- Basic Technician Certificate (NTA Level 4)- (One Year)
- Technician Certificate (NTA Level 5)- (One Year)
- Diploma (NTA Level 6)- (One Year)
- Bachelor Degree ( 3 Years)
LGTI undergraduate course 2022/2023
The Local Government Training Institute offers various undergraduate courses which range from certificates to diplomas and degrees. Candidates can check out the listing or table below to find various Undergraduate courses offered by LGTI:
LGTI diploma and certificate courses
- Local Government Administration and Management
- Local Government Accounting and Finance
- Community Development
- Human Resource Management
- Records, Archives and Information Management
- Procurement and Supplies Management
LGTI degree courses
1. Bachelor Of Community Development
2. Bachelor Degree In Local Government Administration and Management
3. Bachelor Degree In Human Resource Management
LGTI postgraduate courses
The Local Government Training Institute (LGTI) offers admission to various postgraduate courses and programs, LGTI postgraduate courses include master’s degrees and PhDs. Candidates can check out the listing or table below to find various postgraduate programs offered by LGTI:
The Local Government Training Institute LGTI entry requirements 2022/2023
Candidates seeking admission at the Local Government Training Institute shall understand the LGTI entry requirements for the current academic year. The LGTI Undergraduate Admission Entry Requirements have been elaborated through the TCU admission Guidebook.
Therefore, the LGTI prospective students are requested to consult the Undergraduate Admission Guidebook prepared annually by TCU at www.tcu.or.tz for more details.
Also, the course specific entry requirements are available on the official website of LGTI at https://www.lgti.ac.tz/entry-qualifications
LGTI undergraduate entry requirements
LGTI Aspiring applicants can check in detail the LGTI degree, diploma, and certificate entry requirements through the table below;
| Qualification | Entry requirements |
| Degree | Completed A’ Level Studies from 2016 onwards
Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points in Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5) Completed A’ Level Studies in 2014 and 2015 Two principal passes (‘C’ and above) with a total of 4.0 points from Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C= 2; D =1; E = 0.5) Completed A’ Level Studies before 2014 Two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points in Two Subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5) The prospective students are requested to consult the Undergraduate Admission Guidebook PDF prepared annually by TCU at www.tcu.or.tz For more details. |
| Diploma & Certificate | The National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET), set the Minimum entry requirement for certificate and diploma programmes to be four passes in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) excluding passes in religious subjects. However, there are some programme requirements that are specific to certain programmes
The prospective students are requested to check the NACTE Guidebook pdf that is annually prepared. |
LGTI postgraduate entry requirements
| Qualification | Entry requirements |
| Postgraduate Certificate programme
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At least a Bachelor Degree (UQF level 8).
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| Postgraduate Diploma programme | A Postgraduate Certificate OR Bachelor Degree (UQF level 8) with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or C grade. |
| Master Degree programme (all types) | a) A relevant academic Bachelor Degree (UQF level 8) or equivalent with GPA of 2.7 or B grade;
b) A Postgraduate Diploma in relevant discipline/area or equivalent with minimum GPA of 3.0 or B grade; and c) A Professional training qualification with additional relevant training, evidence of research capability and relevant working experience. |
| Ph.D. programme (all types) | A Master Degree (UQF level 9) in relevant discipline/area or equivalent with a minimum of GPA of 3.0 or B grade. |
Candidates looking for more details on LGTI postgraduate course-specific entry requirements can Check the TCU Postgraduate Admission guide book for the current academic year or the official LGTI website at: https://www.lgti.ac.tz/entry-qualifications
The Local Government Training Institute LGTI Fee structure 2022/23
Candidates applying for admission at the Local Government Training Institute need to check the LGTI fee structure for the course offered for the current academic year. The Local Government Training Institute fee structures for both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants can be found on the official LGTI website. The fee structures vary for every undergraduate and postgraduate course. Click on the fee structures links below to explore more details.
