Overview
- Act: The Universities Act, 2012
- Formed: 1961
- Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Benedict M. Mutua
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The Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) began in 1961 as the Kenya Polytechnic, offering technical training in various fields. In 2013, it was granted university status, becoming the Technical University of Kenya. Located in Nairobi, TU-K focuses on providing higher education in technology, engineering, applied sciences, and business. The university emphasizes practical training, research, and innovation, equipping students with skills to meet the demands of a modern workforce. It aims to contribute to national development through education, research, and partnerships in various industries, aligning with Kenya’s Vision 2030 goals.
Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Benedict M. Mutua
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Benedict M. Mutua holds a PhD in Engineering and has a robust academic
background. He has extensive experience in engineering education, leadership, and
research, having worked in various academic roles. His expertise spans civil
engineering, institutional management, and contributing to the development of higher
education in Kenya.
Management Team
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Benedict M. Mutua
Vice-Chancellor
Prof. Francis K. Gatheri
Ag. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Student Affairs)
Prof. Alfred Orina Isaac
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Technology Development)
Prof. Paul M. Wambua
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Institutional Advancement and Enterprise)
Prof. George Amolo
Ag. Executive Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology
Prof. Cleophas Maende
Ag. Executive Dean, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Prof. Peter M. Matu
Executive Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology
Functions
- Teaching and Learning: Provide high-quality education in technology, engineering, applied sciences, and related disciplines.
- Research and Innovation: Conduct research and foster innovation that contributes to the development of the nation and beyond.
- Curriculum Development: Design and implement relevant academic programs that meet national and global needs.
- Technical Training: Equip students with practical skills through hands-on training and industrial attachments.
- Community Engagement: Offer services that promote socio-economic development and improve the livelihoods of communities.
- Entrepreneurship: Encourage entrepreneurship and foster an entrepreneurial mindset among students and faculty.
- Industry Collaboration: Build partnerships with industries to support research, student internships, and technology transfer.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure academic excellence through internal and external quality monitoring and improvement mechanisms.
- Resource Mobilization: Secure and manage resources to support the university’s academic and developmental goals.
- National Development: Contribute to the country’s industrialization and technological advancement in line with Kenya’s Vision 2030.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- The Technical University of Kenya
- P.O. Box 52428 – 00200, Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya
- info@tukenya.ac.ke|vc@tukenya.ac.ke
- +254(020)-2219929 /3343672