Overview
Njala University is a rural public research university in Sierra Leone, formally established as an autonomous institution in 2005 under the University Act. Its history dates back to 1964 when it began as Njala University College affiliated with Fou rah Bay College. Today it is the second-largest university in the country, with over 25,000 students across its two main campuses in Njala (Moy amba District) and Bo, providing sub-degree, undergraduate, and postgraduate education tailored to national development needs.
The university comprises eight schools, including Agriculture & Food Science, Environmental Sciences, Community Health Sciences, Technology, Forestry & Horticulture, Education, Social Sciences & Law, and a Postgraduate Studies unit. It emphasizes applied research, extension services, and hands-on training, particularly in agriculture, health, education, and environmental disciplines.
2. General Information
| Name | Njala University |
| Established | 1964 (University status from 2005) |
| Type | Public research university |
| Location | Main campuses in Njala (Moyamba District) and Bo, Freetown site also active |
| Students | ≈25,000 |
| Website | https://njala.edu.sl |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Tuition Fee (approx.) |
| Domestic (Sierra Leone) students | ≈ 269,000–667,400 SLL per annum |
| International students | ≈ USD 4,000–6,000 per year |
4. Academic Programs
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, M.Phil, PhD, diploma and certificate programs across eight schools
- Areas include Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Community Health, Technology, Forestry & Horticulture, Education, Social Sciences & Law, and Natural Resources Management
- Graduate programs such as MSc in Nutrition, Soil Science, Agronomy, Education, and Master’s in Business Administration
5. Facilities
- Two main campuses: Njala Campus along River Taia in Moy amba District and Bo Campus outside Bo City
- Research institutes including the Njala Agricultural Research Centre and National Agricultural Training Centre
- Laboratories and extension facilities supporting agricultural, environmental, and health sciences
- Academic buildings, libraries, ICT centers, and student support services across campuses
6. Accommodation
Student housing is available on both Njala and Bo campuses, though availability may be limited. Many students opt for private or shared rentals in nearby towns. The university assists with guidance through student services.
- On-campus dormitory-style housing where available
- Supported in finding private or shared off-campus options nearby
7. Contact Information
- Email: use official contact forms via the university’s website
- Phone: available via Njala University central administration listings
- Address: Njala University, Private Mail Bag, Freetown (administrative offices), campuses at Njala and Bo
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