St John’s University

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.