Our History
The University of Lusaka (UNILUS) is a modern private university established under the University Act No. 11 of 1999 repealed as the Higher Education Act No. 4 of 2013. The University commenced its operations in 2007, initially as Institute of Corporate Training and Research (ICTAR) and served as a storage of the Masters Degree programmes offered by the Copperbelt University.
In 2008, the University of Lusaka introduced its Bachelor’s Degree programmes in partnership with the Copperbelt University and in 2009 began offering its own programmes. Following this auspicious beginning, the University now offers a wide range of programmes at Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral levels.
Today, the total number of UNILUS students has risen to over 14,000 from 71 students in 2007 when the University opened. The University has grown from strength to strength and now has over 1000 Master’s students and over 60 PhD students from various parts of the region. This is a great achievement for a private University that has only been in existence for less than 10 years.
Our Mission
To fulfil the ever growing demand for employable human capital in various industries through continuous interaction with employers, focusing on research and regular update of our tailor made programmes whilst equipping this human capital with cutting edge skills, knowledge and information.
Our Vision
To be a benchmark University for professional and academic training coupled with value adding research in the public and private sectors.
Our Motto and Pride
The University of Lusaka prides itself in offering quality education. It is driven by its motto: “Passion for Quality Education: Our Driving Force”.
As an academic institution of excellence the University offers practical oriented programmes which are driven by the present and future needs of Zambia, the region and the world.
Professional and Academic Collaborations
- Bank of Zambia (BOZ)
- Economic Association of Zambia (EAZ)
- Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM)
- Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)
- Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM)
- Intermarket Bank Zambia Limited
- Zambia Air Force (ZAF)
- Macro Economic Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountant (ZICA)
- Zambia Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industries (ZACCI)
- National Council for Construction (NCC)
- Zambia Institute of Policy Analysis and Research (ZIPAR)
- Churches Health Association of Zambia (CHAZ)
- University of Zambia (UNZA)
- Copperbelt University (CBU)
- University of KwaZulu Natal
- National University of Science and Technology (NUST) - Zimbabwe
Affiliates
- South West College of Education (SWCE) - Solwezi
- Marshill Institute of Business & Education Studies - Mansa
National, Regional & International Linkages
- Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
- Association of African Universities (AAU)
- Southern African Nordic Centre (SANORD)
- Association of African Business Schools (AABS)
Success Stories
Graduation Ceremonies
The University of Lusaka held its 1st Graduation ceremony on 18th October 2013, 2nd on 3rd October 2014, and 3rd on 3rd October 2015 with increasing number of graduates including PhDs.
Moot Court
The UNILUS Moot Court team won the annual competition in 2013 and again in 2014.
Future Plans
Construction of Silverest Campus
With over 5,000 students, UNILUS plans to build a second campus along the Great East Road.
Science and Technology
The University aims to expand into new science and technology programmes including agriculture, forestry, tourism, environmental management and computer technology.
