Introduction to the Copperbelt University of Zambia:

Introduction

The Copperbelt University is an important institution of higher learning in Zambia, with "Knowledge and Service" as its motto and English as its teaching language.

Overview

Established in 1987.

Nature of the institution: Public comprehensive university.

Geographical location: The main campus is located in Kitwe, Zambia, with branch campuses in Lusaka, Ndola and other places.

Student size: About 15,900 students.

History

The university was formerly a campus of the University of Zambia, with a business school and an environmental studies school at the time. It became an independent university through an act of parliament in 1987. In 1989, the Zambia Polytechnic was merged into the Copperbelt University and became its technical college. After years of development, it has grown from the initial two colleges to ten colleges by the end of 2013.

School strength

Faculty: It has a professional teaching staff and 1,130 administrative staff.

Hardware facilities: It has multiple campuses with modern teaching facilities, laboratories, libraries, etc., and also provides accommodation and sports facilities for students.

Research results: It has provided important technical support and talent guarantee for Zambia's economic and social development in the fields of mining and engineering.

Educational philosophy

Committed to cultivating talents with innovative ability, critical thinking and social responsibility through excellent teaching, research and social services, promoting the creation and application of knowledge, promoting social progress and development, focusing on the direct application of knowledge in addition to teaching, and providing consulting services to governments, enterprises, etc.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: The School of Engineering is the largest in Zambia, with strong strength in mechanical, electrical, civil and other engineering fields. It is the first institution in southern Africa to offer mechatronics majors; it has the largest School of Architectural Environment in Zambia, with obvious advantages in architecture, real estate, urban planning and other majors; the School of Mining and Mineral Sciences has a high level of teaching and research in mining engineering, mineral processing and other aspects.

Key laboratories: There is no detailed report on special key laboratories, but each college has supporting professional laboratories to support teaching and scientific research.

Faculty

There are 10 colleges, including the College of Engineering, College of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, College of Natural Resources, School of Business, School of Built Environment, School of Information and Communication Technology, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Distance Education and Open Learning, School of Medicine, and School of Mining and Mineral Sciences.

Ranking

Ranked 7373 in the 4icu World University Rankings and 4th in Zambia.

Expenses

There is no detailed fee information for the school, but as a public university, the tuition fees are generally lower than those of private universities, and scholarships or grants may be provided to outstanding students and students with financial needs.

Campus Environment

The campus environment is beautiful, with a park-like campus layout and good greening. There are facilities such as libraries and stadiums on campus, providing students with a good learning and living environment.