SAUT Mbeya, officially known as the Catholic University College of Mbeya (CUCoM), is a constituent college of St. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT). Located in Mbeya City, the university offers a variety of academic programs designed to meet the educational and professional needs of the region and beyond. The campus provides a supportive learning environment with modern facilities, featuring spacious lecture halls for learning, a well-stocked library to support study and research, helpful administrative offices, and comfortable hostels where students can feel at home.
Courses and Programs Offered
SAUT Mbeya offers programs at different levels to suit students with varying academic backgrounds and career goals. Here’s an overview:
Certificate Programs
- Community Development
- Business Administration
- Accounting & Finance
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Marketing Management
- Human Resource Management
- Library Studies & Records Management (with ICT)
- Entrepreneurship Development
These are designed for students who want foundational knowledge or practical skills in a specific area.
Diploma Programs
Diplomas build on certificate programs and include:
- Business Administration
- Accounting & Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Community Development
- Law
- ICT
- Entrepreneurship
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
SAUT Mbeya offers several undergraduate degrees, including:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Bachelor of Accounting & Finance
- Bachelor of Human Resource Management
- Bachelor of Arts with Education (BA Ed)
- Bachelor of Project Planning and Management for Community Development
- Bachelor of Public Relations and Marketing
- Bachelor of Philosophy with Education
- Bachelor of Sociology
- Bachelor of Philosophy and Ethics
Postgraduate Programs
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
- Other master’s and PhD programs are typically available in collaboration with SAUT’s main campus or Dar es Salaam Centre.
Short Courses
SAUT Mbeya also offers short professional and skills development courses in:
- Business Administration
- Law basics
- ICT
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Procurement
- Taxation
- Entrepreneurship
- Project Management
- Kiswahili for foreigners
- Foreign languages
These courses are ideal for professionals looking to improve specific skills.
Faculties and Academic Structure
The campus is organized into several faculties:
- Faculty of Law – Offers the LLB degree and participates in moot court competitions.
- Faculty of Business Administration – Covers accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and procurement.
- Faculty of Social Sciences & Mass Communication – Provides sociology, public relations, marketing, and media studies programs.
- Faculty of Education & Humanities – Focuses on teacher education, philosophy, ethics, and related disciplines.
Key Staff and Faculty
SAUT Mbeya is led by experienced academic and administrative personnel. Some of the notable staff include:
- Dr. Romuald Haule – Principal of CUCoM, known for his leadership and international collaboration efforts.
- Dr. Ernest Kitindi and Dr. Joshua Madumula – Senior lecturers and researchers.
International Links
At SAUT Mbeya, we believe in building strong connections with universities and institutions around the world, giving our students and staff valuable opportunities to collaborate globally and experience diverse cultures.
Summary
| What You’ll Find at SAUT Mbeya | Details |
|---|---|
| Programs Offered | Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, Postgraduate Diploma, Short Courses |
| Fields of Study | Law, Business, Social Sciences, Education, ICT, Community Development, Philosophy, etc. |
| Facilities | Library, lecture halls, hostels, computer labs, and administrative offices |
| Faculty | Qualified and experienced academic staff |
| Affiliation | Part of SAUT, accredited by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) |
