Mukuba University
MottoEducation Freedom Responsibility
TypePublic
Established1974
Vice-ChancellorFrank P Tailoka
Administrative staff
Approved establishment: 205
Students2500
Location
Kitwe
,
Zambia
Campusoff Chingola -Kitwe Dual Carriageway, Itimpi
Websitewww.mukuba.edu.zm

Mukuba University is a public university in Garneton (Itimpi), Kitwe, Zambia. The Mukuba University, formerly Copperbelt Secondary Teachers College (COSETCO), was established in 1974 by the Ministry of Education to train Teachers of Science for deployment in secondary schools around the country. Since its inception, COSETCO as an institution trained teachers of mathematics, natural sciences, and home economics.[1][2][3][4]

Academic Reorganization

In 2008 the institution started offering bachelor's degrees and four schools were established which were reorganised into three by 2018 in the restructuring process: 1. School of Education offering various courses, including psychology, philosophy, sociology, special education and communication skills. 2. The School of Applied Science and Technology offering majors in nutritional sciences, as well as clothing and textile sciences. 3. The School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences offering degrees in mathematics, computer science, geography, biology, chemistry, physics and agriculture sciences. All programmes run through full time/ regular mode, as well as via open and distance learning (ODL) mode.

ICT

The university has established a dedicated Centre for ICT, the Centre for Information Communication Technology. The Unit has four sections, namely 1. Networking Section, 2. Training Section, 3. Software Development Section and 4. Support and Consultancy Section. The University Library The university library is the principal information provider for all students and staff.

References

  1. ↑ "Government to turn five institutions into universities". University World News. Retrieved 16 October 2014.
  2. ↑ "President Sata to Launch Palabana University". Lusaka Times. May 16, 2013. Retrieved 16 October 2014.
  3. ↑ Phiri, B.J.; Shaba, T. (2023). Historical Dictionary of Zambia. Historical Dictionaries of Africa. Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. p. 273. ISBN 978-1-5381-4602-6. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
  4. ↑ Onyancha, O.B.; Tella, A. (2023). Impact of Global University Ranking Systems on Developing Countries. Advances in Higher Education and Professional Development. IGI Global. p. 283. ISBN 978-1-6684-8267-4. Retrieved 17 December 2023.


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