A Welcome Note from the HoD

Dr. Michael P. J. Mahenge

Head of Department

 

Welcome to the official website of the Department of Informatics and Information Technology (DIIT) at the College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CONAS) of the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). The Department has highly qualified staff in areas of ICT and knowledge management. It is committed to providing high-quality teaching, research, consultancy and community service in the areas of informatics, knowledge management, information technology, and information sciences.

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01
May

Panel Discussion — Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Tanzanian Libraries and Information centers: Boon or Boom?

May 1, 2024,
Join our enlightening discussion at the event “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Library and Information Center Services” where we will uncover the potential, challenges, and future prospects for libraries in the AI era. Whether you are a student, educator, librarian, archivist, or museum professional, this event offers invaluable insights and practical guidance on harnessing AI’s capabilities nationwide. Discover firsthand how AI...
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26
Apr

PhD Research Results and Concept Note Presentation on 8th May 2024

April 26, 2024,
The Department of Informatics and Information Technology (DIIT) is inviting you to a PhD Research Results and Concept Note presentation that will be held on Wednesday, 8th May, 2024 at the Computer Video Conference Lab (SGLB2) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. You can also attend and follow presentations online at: https://meet.google.com/nkd-ytqw-uui You may visit the attached document for more details....
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20
Apr

DIIT Innovators Participate in the StArfrica Tanzania eXist Accelerator Program

April 20, 2024, ,
The team of young innovators from our Department of Informatics and Information Technology (DIIT) had an opportunity to participate in the second cohort of the StArfrica Tanzania eXist Accelerator program, which was hosted at the University of Dar es Salaam’s Mathematics Department from April 4–April 17, 2024. The StArfrica Tanzania eXist Accelerator initiative aims to find business concepts from Tanzanian...
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28
Mar

Panel Discussion: Knowledge Sharing Opportunity

March 28, 2024,
Dear all, Welcome to the “Knowledge Sharing Opportunity” panel discussion organized by the Department of Informatics and Information Technology titled “Revitalizing Printed Information Resources in the Digital Age: Collaborative Solutions”. The event will take place on 2nd April 2024 from 1100 to 1200hrs at the SNAL video conference, Edward Moringe Campus. Objective Embark on a collaborative journey with us to...
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11
Mar

DIIT at it again, leads the SUA Academic Departments Website Ranking

March 11, 2024, ,
The Department of Informatics and Information Technology (DIIT) has maintained its position as the top website in the first quarter of 2024, after earning the “Best Academic Department Website of the Year 2023” award. The website’s success can be attributed to regular content updates, a high visitor count, optimized metadata, and numerous internal and external links. Please join us in...
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13
Feb

Congratulations, Dr. Kibirige, on Your Successful PhD Journey

February 13, 2024
The Head of the Department of Informatics and Information Technology (DIIT) is happy to let you know that Mr. George Kibirige has successfully defended his PhD titled “Using Satellite Data on Remote Transportation of Air Pollutants for PM2.5 Prediction in Taiwan” at National Chengchi University, Academia Sinica, Taipei Taiwan. Please join the department to celebrate Dr. Kibirige’s great achievement. Share...
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Programmes in the Department of Informatics and Information Technology

Non-Degrees

The department offers (4) non-degree programmes in Information Technology (IT), Library Science (LS) and Records Management (RM)

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Bachelor Degrees

The department offers two (2) bachelor degree programmes in information technology (IT), and information and records management.

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Postgraduate Degrees

Currently, the department only offers thesis-based doctoral programmes in librarianship, information science, records management, and information technology.

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Staff Profiles

Currently, the department has 42 academic and 2 administrative staff. Our staff are involved in teaching, research projects, consultancy, and outreach services.

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Current Projects

The department’s staff is more active and involved in many research projects than any other department in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences. There are currently six (6) ongoing projects funded by the University through its SUARIS initiative, as well as three (3) projects funded by donors.

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