Dean
Professor Gora
Dean's statement
Welcome to the Faculty of Education at the University of Zimbabwe.
The Faculty is committed to producing competent, innovative and transformative educators capable of driving national development and contributing meaningfully to global knowledge systems. Guided by the National Development Strategy 1 and 2, Vision 2030, Education 5.0 philosophy and the University’s Strategic Plan, the Faculty continues to position itself as a centre of excellence in teaching, research, community engagement, innovation and industrialisation.
The Faculty’s strategic direction is anchored on three interrelated programmes:
- Governance and Administration
The Faculty is committed to fostering a culture of good governance, accountability, transparency and operational excellence. We continuously strengthen Faculty systems, policies and administrative processes, in line with those of the University, to ensure efficient service delivery and effective utilisation of resources.
- Human Capital Development
At the heart of the Faculty’s mission is the development of highly skilled human capital capable of addressing contemporary educational expectations and opportunities. The Faculty is dedicated to producing educators, researchers and innovators, curriculum specialists, educational leaders and policy practitioners equipped with the knowledge, competencies, values and dispositions required for the 21st century.
Particular emphasis is placed on:
- Graduate and postgraduate capacity building;
- Continuous professional development for academic and administrative staff;
- Digital literacy and technology-enhanced teaching-learning-assessment;
- Leadership and management development;
- Inclusive and equitable educational practices;
- Entrepreneurship and innovation competencies.
Recognising the transformative role of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) in national development, the Faculty is strengthening STEM Education across all levels of teacher preparation and professional development. The programmes seek to nurture educators who can inspire scientific inquiry, technological creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking and innovation among learners.
Through strategic partnerships with schools, industry, government and other institutions, the Faculty continues to enhance the quality and relevance of its educational offerings while preparing graduates for an increasingly dynamic and knowledge-driven world.
3.Research Innovation and Industrialisation
The Faculty of Education embraces research as a catalyst for educational transformation, socio-economic development and industrial advancement. In line with Education 5.0, the Faculty promotes transdisciplinary, solution-oriented and impact-driven research that addresses national, regional and global needs.
The Faculty research agenda is premised on the following Research Groups:
- Educational Policy, Practice and Curriculum Innovation;
- Language, Culture and Indigenous Knowledge in Education;
- Inclusive and Transformative Pedagogy in Education;
- STEM Pedagogy;
- Heritage-Based Education 5.0 Teacher; and
- Futures Research in Education.
The Faculty is committed to translating research into practical innovations, educational technologies, policy solutions and community-based interventions that contribute to industrialisation and national development. The Faculty actively encourages collaborative research networks, knowledge production and partnerships that strengthen the linkage between academia, industry and society.
Particular attention is being given to advancing STEM Education as a strategic driver for innovation and industrial growth. Through research and innovation, the Faculty seeks to develop educational models that equip school learners with competencies necessary for the 21st century, including digital skills, creativity, entrepreneurship, and artificial intelligence.
Advancing Education 5.0
The Faculty of Education is fully aligned with the Education 5.0 framework, which expands the traditional university mandate beyond teaching, research and community service to include innovation and industrialisation. This philosophy challenges the Faculty to produce graduates who are not only knowledgeable but also innovative, entrepreneurial and capable of creating solutions that improve society.
Accordingly, the Faculty programmes are designed to:
- Integrate innovation and entrepreneurship into teacher education;
- Promote STEM-based teaching and learning and assessment;
- Strengthen industry and community engagement;
- Foster problem-solving and design-thinking capabilities;
- Generate research with tangible social and economic impact;
- Produce graduates who are agents of transformation and development.
Faculty Vision for the Future
The Faculty remains committed to excellence, relevance, innovation and impact. We aspire to be a globally recognised Faculty that shapes educational thought, develops transformative leaders and contributes significantly to national development through quality education, cutting-edge research and innovation-driven solutions.
The Faculty invites students, alumni, researchers, educators, policymakers, government and industry partners, as well as other development stakeholders to join us in advancing a shared vision of educational excellence and sustainable development.
Contact Details
Telephone Number: +263-242-303211 Extension 16000
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