Overview
- Act: Technical Universities Act, 2016.
- Formed: 2013
- Vice Chancellor: Prof. Laila Abubakar
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The Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) began its operations in 2013 as a fully-fledged university, having previously been Mombasa Polytechnic University College (MPUC), a constituent college of the University of Nairobi. TUM was established through the Technical Universities Act, 2016, which granted it full autonomy and recognized its status as a technical university. The institution specializes in offering technical, engineering, and vocational education programs, aiming to provide practical skills for industry and innovation. TUM serves as a hub for education and research, contributing to the region’s economic and technological development.
Vice Chancellor: Prof. Laila Abubakar
Professor Laila Abubakar holds a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Nairobi
and an MSc from the European Union Fellowship. She has extensive research
experience and has supervised numerous postgraduate students. A distinguished
academic leader, she has received several research grants and is committed to
advancing higher education in Kenya.
Board of Governors
Prof. Francis Kibera
Chairman
Prof. Laila Abubakar
Vice- Chancellor
Grace Nekoye Katasi
Member
Muhammad Ali Loo
Member
Alison Kariuki
Member
Dr. Paul Mwasaru Mwazumbo
Member
Dr. Asma Hadi Awadh
Member
Functions
- Provision of Technical Education: TUM offers high-quality education in technical, engineering, and vocational disciplines, focusing on equipping students with practical skills needed for the workforce.
- Research and Innovation: The university promotes research aimed at addressing real-world challenges and advancing technological innovations to support economic growth.
- Capacity Building: TUM plays a vital role in developing human capital by training students and professionals with the necessary skills for employment in diverse industries.
- Industry Collaboration: TUM collaborates with various industries to ensure that its academic programs remain relevant and aligned with the needs of the labor market.
- Community Outreach: The university actively engages in community development through educational programs, training workshops, and research that address local challenges.
- Knowledge Transfer: TUM facilitates the transfer of new knowledge and technological advancements to both industry and society, promoting practical applications of academic research.
- Promoting Entrepreneurship: TUM encourages entrepreneurial thinking and provides students with the tools to start their own businesses, fostering innovation and self-reliance.
- Professional Development: TUM offers a wide range of professional development programs and certifications to help individuals enhance their careers and stay current in their fields.
- Sustainable Development: The university integrates sustainability principles in its teaching, research, and operations, contributing to environmental conservation and social well-being.
- International Collaboration: TUM builds strategic partnerships with international institutions and organizations to exchange knowledge, enhance research, and offer global opportunities for its students.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Technical University of Mombasa, Tom Mboya Street Tudor, Msa
- P.O Box 90420-80100 Mombasa
- info@tum.ac.ke
- +254733955377|+254208095368 | +254208095365