Faculty of Science
Vision
To be a leading hub of scientific excellence and innovation that advances knowledge, fosters sustainable development, and solves Africa’s pressing challenges through science and technology.
Mission
To deliver high-quality education and research in the natural and applied sciences, producing skilled scientists and researchers equipped to drive scientific discovery, technological advancement, and socio-economic transformation in Africa and beyond.
Core Values
- Scientific Excellence - Committed to rigorous research, inquiry, and discovery.
- Integrity - Promoting ethical conduct in research, teaching, and application.
- Innovation - Fostering creativity and technological advancement.
- Relevance - Addressing local and global challenges through science.
- Collaboration - Encouraging interdisciplinary and international partnerships.
- Sustainability - Applying science to promote environmental and societal well-being.
- Inclusivity - Ensuring equal access to opportunities and diverse perspectives in science.
Available Courses & Programs
- Bachelor of Earth Sciences
- Bachelor of Geography
- Bachelor of Mathematics
- Bachelor of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics
- Bachelor of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics
- Bachelor of Physics
- Bachelor of Chemistry
- Bachelor of Materials Science and Metallurgy
- Bachelor of Astronomy
- Bachelor of Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Bioinorganic Chemistry
- Bachelor of Organometalic Chemistry
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Geology
- Bachelor of Remote Sensing
- Bachelor of Environmental Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Library and Information Science
- Bachelor of Botany
- Bachelor of Animal Science
- Bachelor of Biochemistry
- Bachelor of Bioinformatics
- Bachelor of Microbiology
- Bachelor of Marine Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Marine Science
- Bachelor of Statistics
- Bachelor of Medical Physics
- Bachelor of Non-Linear Dynamics
- Master of (All Subjects)
- Doctor of (All Subjects)
- Post Doctoral Courses (All Subjects)
- Post Doctoral Fellowship (Project Based)
Departments
- Department of Biological Sciences
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Physics
- Department of Mathematics and Statistics
- Department of Environmental Science
- Department of Computer and Information Science
- Department of Geology and Earth Sciences
- Department of Biotechnology and Microbiology
Research Focus Areas
- Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
- Renewable Energy and Green Technologies
- Disease Diagnostics and Biomedical Research
- Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Management
- Agricultural Biotechnology and Food Security
- Data Science, AI, and Computational Modeling
- Water Resource Management
- Materials Science and Nanotechnology
- Natural Product Chemistry and Drug Discovery
- Mathematical Modeling of Public Health and Economics
Community Engagement
- Science outreach programs in local schools and rural communities
- Public science education campaigns and science fairs
- Environmental cleanup and conservation initiatives
- Climate awareness and sustainability workshops
- STEM mentoring and capacity-building for young learners
- Collaborative projects with local industries and farmers
- Citizen science projects involving the broader public in research
Why Study With Us?
- Wide Range of Programs: Diverse disciplines in the natural, mathematical, and computational sciences.
- State-of-the-Art Labs: Access to modern laboratories, computing facilities, and field equipment.
- Research-Driven Learning: Early involvement in impactful research projects.
- Experienced Faculty: Academics with regional and global expertise.
- Focus on Africa’s Development: Science tailored to solve African health, environmental, and technological challenges.
- Career Opportunities: Preparation for careers in academia, industry, healthcare, environmental agencies, data science, and more.
- International Partnerships: Opportunities for student exchange, research collaboration, and innovation grants.