Faculty of Biological Sciences
Vision
To be a premier faculty advancing life sciences through innovative education, cutting-edge research, and impactful community engagement for the sustainable development of Africa and the world.
Mission
- To provide high-quality, research-led biological science education.
- To train skilled biologists capable of addressing environmental, health, and agricultural challenges.
- To promote sustainable use of biological resources through science and innovation.
- To encourage ethical research that contributes to local and global scientific knowledge.
Core Values
- Scientific Integrity - Promoting honesty and ethics in all scientific endeavors.
- Innovation - Driving scientific discovery through research and technology.
- Sustainability - Fostering solutions that support biodiversity and environmental stewardship.
- Collaboration - Encouraging interdisciplinary partnerships and knowledge sharing.
- Excellence - Pursuing the highest standards in teaching, learning, and research.
Available Courses and Programs
- Bachelor of Biochemistry
- Bachelor of Genetics
- Bachelor of Pathology
- Bachelor of Pharmacology
- Bachelor of Physiology
- Bachelor of Neuroscience
- Bachelor of Plant Sciences
- Bachelor of Psychology
- Bachelor of Zoology
- Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
- Bachelor of Animal Cell Technology
- Bachelor of Plant Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Human Genetics
- Bachelor of Gene Toxicology
- Bachelor of Enzymology
- Bachelor of Tissue Culture Techniques
- Bachelor of Molecular Biology
- Bachelor of Plant Physiology
- Master of (All Subjects)
- Doctor of (All Subjects)
- Post Doctoral Courses (All Subjects)
- Post Doctoral Fellowship (Project Based)
Departments
- Department of Microbiology
- Department of Botany
- Department of Zoology
- Department of Biotechnology
- Department of Ecology and Environmental Sciences
- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology
Research Focus Areas
- Biomedical research and disease control
- Genetic engineering and bioinformatics
- Environmental conservation and climate change
- Agricultural biotechnology and food security
- Marine ecosystems and biodiversity
- Natural product discovery and pharmacognosy
Community Engagement
- Conservation education programs
- Public health and disease awareness campaigns
- Biotechnology for rural development
- Collaborations with local and international research institutions
- Field-based learning and citizen science projects
Why Choose Us?
- Access to modern laboratories and research facilities
- Field-based training and internship opportunities
- Skilled faculty with global research collaborations
- Strong emphasis on real-world problem solving
- Supportive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship in life sciences