St. John's University of Tanzania (SJUT) is a private, non-profit institution located in Dodoma, Tanzania. Established in 2007, it is affiliated with the Anglican Church of Tanzania and operates under the motto "To Learn to Serve"
Overview
Location: Kikuyu area, southwestern Dodoma, approximately 1.5 km from the town center on the Mtera-Iringa highway .
Accreditation: Recognized by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) .
Student Body: Approximately 5,000 to 5,999 students .
Leadership:
Chancellor: Retired Archbishop Donald Mtetemela
Vice Chancellor: Prof. Emmanuel D. Mbennah .
Academic Structure
SJUT offers a range of academic programs through various faculties and schools:
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
School of Nursing
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Faculty of Commerce and Business Studies
Faculty of Humanities and Education
Programs span certificate, diploma, bachelor's, and master's levels. For instance, the Faculty of Humanities and Education offers:
Diploma in Project Planning and Management
BA in Education (History, Geography, English, Kiswahili)
BA in Holistic Child Development
Postgraduate Diplomas in Education and Project Planning
Master of Arts in Education and Special Education
Facilities and Services
The university provides various facilities and services to support student life:
Library: Available for academic research and study.
Housing: On-campus accommodation options.
Sports Facilities: Facilities to promote physical well-being.
Academic Counseling: Support services for academic guidance.
Admission
Selectivity: Moderately selective with an acceptance rate of 70–79%.
International Students: Welcomed and encouraged to apply.