UBS Campus
2014 Established
2017 Registered
2018 Operational

University of Blantyre Synod

A private higher education institution established in 2014 but duly registered in 2017. It became fully operational in January 2018. It is a faith-based institution located at the Blantyre Mission in Hetherwick house and HHI premises at the Church of Central African Presbyterian (CCAP) head offices in Blantyre.

The institution is a tuition provider, examining and qualification awarding body.

Tuition provider
Examining body
Qualification awarding body
Faith-based institution

Objects of the University

The comprehensive educational mission that defines our institution

Education & Courses of Study

To provide education and courses of study in the fields of Education, Special Needs Education, Social Sciences and Applied Sciences, Theological and Biblical Studies, Commercial and Entrepreneurial Studies and in such other fields of learning as may from time to time be decided upon by the University of Blantyre Synod.

Research & Consultancy

To encourage research and consultancy in the said branches of knowledge and learning and to organize, encourage and stimulate postgraduate studies in such branches.

Our Fields of Learning

Academic disciplines offered by the University

Education

Comprehensive education programs designed to prepare qualified teachers and educational leaders.

Special Needs Education

Specialized programs focused on inclusive education and supporting learners with diverse needs.

Social Sciences

Social science disciplines that examine human society and social relationships.

Applied Sciences

Practical scientific applications and research-based programs in applied science fields.

Theological & Biblical Studies

In-depth study of theology, biblical scholarship, and Christian ministry preparation.

Commercial & Entrepreneurial Studies

Business education, entrepreneurship development, and commercial studies programs.

University Governance

Governance structure according to the Statutes of the University

CCAP Synod of Blantyre

The University of Blantyre Synod is governed by the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Synod of Blantyre through the Board of Trustees and the University Council constituted according to the Statutes of the University.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees shall be the custodian of the university representing the CCAP Synod of Blantyre. The Board of trustees will serve as a policy making body, which policies will be implemented by university administration hired for this purpose.

Chancellor

The Synod shall appoint the Chancellor of the university. He/she shall be the ceremonial head of the university and represent the university to the Malawi Government.

University Council

The University Council is the governing body which shall have custody of the Common Seal and be responsible for the exercise of the University's powers and determination of policies.

Administration of the Institution

The University shall have the following Officers

Vice Chancellor

The Vice Chancellor, who shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the University whose tenure shall be at least 3 years and shall hold a minimum qualification of PhD or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Registrar

The Registrar who shall be the principal administrative officer.

University Librarian

The University shall also have a Librarian, qualified academic staff members and other Officers as deemed necessary by the Council.

Academic Staff & Other Officers

Qualified academic staff members and other Officers as deemed necessary by the Council for effective university operations.

Our Location

Located at the historic Blantyre Mission

Hetherwick House

Located at the Blantyre Mission in Hetherwick House, a historic location with deep educational heritage.

HHI Premises

Also situated at HHI premises at the Church of Central African Presbyterian (CCAP) head offices in Blantyre.

CCAP Head Offices

Strategically located at the Church of Central African Presbyterian head offices, reinforcing our faith-based foundation.

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