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The  is a dynamic public university at the forefront of Science & Technology Research in Namibia. Based in Windhoek, NUST equips students and partners to thrive in a rapidly changing world by combining academic excellence, real?world application, and a deep commitment to national development. As a science and technology institution, NUST advances innovation and enterprise while cultivating the critical thinking and practical skills required to drive Namibia’s knowledge economy. The University is widely recognised as a partner of choice for research, skills development, and innovation in Southern Africa.

 

NUST’s modern identity builds on a strong legacy of applied learning and industry engagement. Evolving from the former Polytechnic of Namibia, the University has expanded its academic and research footprint while retaining a distinctive focus on impact. This trajectory reflects NUST’s mission to provide relevant, high?quality higher education that responds to the needs of society, government, and business, and to contribute to sustainable development across the region.

NUST aspires to be a premier technological university known for knowledge creation, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The University’s mission is to deliver excellent teaching and learning, conduct impactful applied research, and provide service that meets stakeholder needs. NUST’s strategic priorities emphasise student success, research intensity, internationalisation, and industry relevance, aligned with national priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

NUST offers a comprehensive suite of qualifications across more than 60 programmes, ranging from Certificates (under ? and post?graduate) and Diplomas to Bachelor’s, Bachelor Honours, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees. Programmes span fields such as computing and informatics, engineering and the built environment, health and natural sciences, commerce and management, human sciences, education, and creative disciplines. The University was the first higher education institution in Namibia to establish a dedicated . Its programmes are accredited by the  and the , underscoring a rigorous culture of continuous improvement, benchmarking, and compliance with national and international standards.

NUST advances a growing portfolio of applied research that addresses Namibia’s strategic priorities and global challenges. Research strengths include the energy transition and green hydrogen, water security and the food?energy?water nexus, earth observation and geospatial analytics, logistics and smart mobility, digital transformation and artificial intelligence, land administration, biodiversity and environmental stewardship, health technologies, and entrepreneurship and SMEs. 

The University supports this work through specialised centres, laboratories, simulation facilities, and innovation platforms that translate research into solutions for industry and society. Academic staff engage in interdisciplinary projects, secure competitive grants, and publish in reputable outlets, while students participate in research?led learning and innovation challenges that foster creativity and problem?solving.

NUST actively cultivates close partnership with industry, the public sector, and civil society. Curriculum Advisory Boards ensure that programmes remain current and aligned to employer expectations. Work?Integrated Learning (WIL), internships, and job attachments are embedded in many qualifications, giving students real?world exposure and practical competence. Learning takes place in classrooms, simulation laboratories, field sites, and workplaces creating a seamless bridge between theory and practice. Through joint research, consultancy, technology transfer, and enterprise support, NUST contributes to productivity, competitiveness, and inclusive growth across Namibia’s key sectors. Community engagement initiatives further connect the University’s expertise to societal needs, advancing digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, and social innovation.

International partnerships are central to NUST’s strategy. The University collaborates with universities, research institutes, development agencies, and companies across Africa and beyond to co?create knowledge, exchange staff and students, and expand research impact. Strategic alliances support joint degrees, collaborative projects, mobility schemes, and access to global networks, enhancing NUST’s research intensity and international visibility. As Namibia accelerates its blue? and green?economy ambitions—including renewable energy, sustainable oceans, and digital infrastructure—NUST serves as a trusted partner, mobilising expertise to deliver skills, technology, and policy insights that enable sustainable growth.

NUST offers partners a distinctive value proposition: accredited, quality?assured programmes; a pipeline of work?ready graduates; research aligned to national priorities and the SDGs; and a proven track record of collaboration with industry and government. Whether co?developing curricula, hosting interns, commissioning research, or building multi?stakeholder consortia, NUST provides the intellectual leadership, facilities, and networks to convert ideas into measurable outcomes. For organisations seeking a credible, innovative academic partner in Namibia, NUST stands ready to collaborate on impact?driven teaching, research, and innovation.