- Education
- Dutsinma Road, Katsina, Nigeria
HASSAN USMAN KATSINA POLYTECHNIC
About
Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic was established by “The Katsina Polytechnic Law” which came into operation on 1st January, 1983. This Law abrogated the North Central College of Arts, Science and Technology Law of 1975 and effectively created the polytechnic as a legal entity out of the defunct KCAST. This Law was subsequently amended by the Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic (Amendment) Law of 2003.
The polytechnic is the premier Tertiary institution in the State and is situated along Tafawa Balewa Road, Katsina between Km 4.4 and Km 11.2 along Western side of the trunk ‘B’ Road linking Katsina city with Dutsin-ma.
THE OBJECTIVES OF THE POLYTECHNIC
- To provide courses of study, training and research in arts languages, science, technology, commerce and the humanities, as well as any other sphere of learning approved by the Academic Board for the purpose of entry requirements into Universities and other institutions of Higher Learning;
- To offer courses of study at sub-degree, diploma and other levels in arts, languages, sciences, technology, commerce and the humanities, as well as any other sphere of learning approved by the Academic Board;
- To provide courses of in-service instruction for members of the public service of the state, and to the extent that the Academic Board thinks fit, courses of the like nature for persons unconnected with any of the public services of the state;
- To promote through teaching, research, and other means the advancement of knowledge and its practical application to the needs of the community.
Vision
To become a world class Polytechnic that excels in the provision of technical and technological manpower through training and research for the overall societal advancement.
Mission
To provide the desired training and undertake innovative research in order to meet the technical manpower needs of the state and Nigeria at large.
Colleges
College of Administration & Management Studies
- College of Agriculture
- College of Engineering
- College of Environmental Studies
- College of Liberal Studies
- College of Science and Technology
- College of Vocational and Technical Education
Departments
- Department of Accountancy
- Department of Agricultural Technology
- Department of Animal Health and Production Technology
- Department of Architectural Technology
- Department of Business Administration
- Department of Basic Studies
- Department of Basic and Applied Science
- Department of Building Technology
- Department of Civil Engineering
- Department of Computer Studies
- Department of Education
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Department of Fisheries Technology
- Department of Forestry Technology
- Department of General Studies
- Food Science Home and Hospitality Management
- Department of Home and Rural Economics
- Department of Library and Information Science
- Department of Mathematics and Statistics
- Department of Mass Communication
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Department of Office Technology and Management
- Department of Public Administration
- Department of Quantity Surveying
- Department of Remedial and Extra Mural Studies
- Department of Technical Education
- Department of Welding and Fabrication Technology
- Department of Science Education
Programmes
- National Diploma in Library and Information Science
- Higher National Diploma Library and Information Science
- Assistant Library Officer’s Certificate
Accreditation
The institution is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), ensuring that its programs meet national educational standards.
Community Engagement
The polytechnic engages in various community development projects and initiatives, contributing to the socio-economic development of the region.
Student Life
Students have access to various extracurricular activities, including sports, cultural events, and student organizations, fostering a holistic educational experience.
In Summary
Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic aims to provide quality technical and vocational education to equip students with the skills needed for the workforce, thereby contributing to the development of Nigeria.
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- Car Parking
- Funding: State
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