Vision
Where we are headed
To be foremost in producing high quality teachers in the Liberal Arts, Sciences and other fields of Education.
About the Faculty
Among the first three faculties at Sule Lamido University — committed to quality teacher education, research, and community engagement since July 2013.
Our story
History
Sule Lamido University Kafin Hausa was established in 2013 by the Jigawa State Government and licensed by the National Universities Commission. Academic activities commenced thereafter with a mandate to expand access to higher education for the people of Jigawa State and beyond.
The Faculty of Education was among the first three faculties created with the University in July 2013. Headed by Dr. Ali Abdullahi Taura, an Associate Professor in Educational Psychology, the Faculty aspires to be teaching- and research-intensive and technologically driven — in line with the University’s vision.
Today the Faculty comprises three academic departments and twelve undergraduate programmes, with postgraduate offerings in Curriculum Studies, Educational Psychology, and the Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE). All undergraduate programmes hold Full Accreditation Status from the National Universities Commission.
- 2013Faculty foundedEducation is established among the first three faculties of SLUK.
- 2014Science Education DepartmentDepartment of Science Education begins operations among the University’s founding academic units.
- 2025Full NUC accreditationNUC grants Full Accreditation Status to all undergraduate programmes in the Faculty (NUC/ES/412/VOL.14/323).
Mission
How we serve
To foster knowledge in the field of education through teaching and research with optimistic commitment for the educational advancement of Jigawa State in particular and the nation in general.
Organisation
How the Faculty is organised
The Dean provides overall academic and administrative leadership and represents the Faculty in University management. Heads of Department, level coordinators, examination officers, and standing committees support teaching quality, examinations, and staff development.
- Dean’s Office
- Deputy Dean
- Faculty Board & Board of Examiners
- Three academic departments
- Level coordinators & examination officers
- Appointments and Promotions Committee