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Harare Institute of Technology
Zimbabwe

Popularity:3933

Official website: https://www.hit.ac.zw/
Tel:+263 242 741 422-36
Address:Harare Institute of Technology P. O. Box BE 277, Belvedere, Harare Zimbabwe

Introduction to Harare Institute of Technology, Zimbabwe:

Introduction: Harare Institute of Technology is a higher education institution in Zimbabwe that focuses on education and research in the field of technology. It is a core institution for the country's technological development and offers high-quality technical courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

History and establishment time: The college was established in 1988 as a National Vocational Training Center (NVTC). Over time, it developed into a technical college, offering courses such as automotive, electrical and mechanical engineering. In 2005, with the promulgation of the Harare Institute of Technology Act, the college obtained degree-awarding qualifications.

School strength: The college has strong teaching and scientific research strength in the fields of engineering, technology and science. It has a professional team of teachers who have rich teaching and practical experience in their respective fields. The school focuses on practical teaching and has established cooperative relationships with local and international companies to provide students with internships and employment opportunities. In addition, the school actively carries out scientific research projects to promote technological innovation and development.

Nature of the institution: A public university, it is a non-profit institution funded by the Zimbabwean government, aiming to train technical talents for the country and promote economic development.

Educational philosophy: Committed to becoming a promoter of innovative academics, cultivating talents with technological entrepreneurial leadership, and realizing technology commercialization through professionalism based on integrity. Focus on multidisciplinary research and learning, and use alliances with domestic and foreign technology companies and research institutions to develop the college into a leader in the field of technology.

Faculty: There are multiple colleges and institutions such as the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Industrial Technology, the School of Information Technology, the School of Allied Health, and the Technology Transfer Center.

Key disciplines: Electronic engineering, computer science, software engineering, financial engineering and other majors in the engineering field, as well as pharmacy are the key disciplines of the college. Among them, the pharmacy major is the second pharmacy school after the University of Zimbabwe. Its courses involve drug production, processing and clinical aspects, which are in line with the guidelines of the World Health Organization in the field of health.

Ranking: There is no clear international authoritative ranking, but it has a high reputation and influence in the field of science and engineering in Zimbabwe.

Cost: Tuition fees vary depending on the nationality of the student. The lowest annual tuition fee for local students is US$8, and the annual tuition fee for foreign students for undergraduate and master's degrees is US$2,499.

Campus environment: The campus is located in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe. It is a vibrant urban campus. The school has a library with a large collection of scientific research and literary works. The urban environment provides students with abundant internship and employment opportunities, but it may also interfere with the study of some students.