The HEET Project

HEET project is a five years plan which is being implemented by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) in collaboration with the World Bank, aiming at improving and transforming higher education in Tanzania. The project is expected to promote education standards to 14 Higher learning institutions in Tanzania, including the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE). The project is designed to revitalize and expand the capacity of universities to contribute to key areas for innovation, economic development, and labour market relevance, by investing in requisite infrastructure for modern and effective teaching and research, and by training to the highest standard teachers, researchers and administrators needed by universities to achieve to their full potential.
 

The College secures a contractor for the construction and rehabilitation of infrastructure

Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) has made a significant stride in its infrastructure development by securing a contract with Shanxi Construction Investment Group. The contract, valued at 11 billion Tanzanian Shillings, includes the construction of two new buildings and a comprehensive rehabilitation of the College campus, funded by HEET project. The official signing ceremony took place on August 5th 2024, at the College Boardroom. The contract was formally signed by the College Principal, Prof. Stephen O. Maluka and Mr. William Zang, the Manager of Shanxi Construction Investment Group. The event was witnessed by the Chairman of the College Governing Board and the Vice Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam, Prof. William Anangisye; and other delegates.

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UDSM Vice Chancellor launches the Industrial Advisory Board

On 13^th April 2023, the UDSM Vice Chancellor, Prof. William Anangisye launched the Industrial Advisory Board (IAB). The formation of IAB is linked to the objectives of the Higher Education for Economic Transformation (HEET) project. The linkage between Higher Education institutions and Industry is not only crucial but also necessary as it enhances teaching that focuses on the labour market, encourages competency-based learning and strengthens collaboration between Higher Education Institutions and stakeholders from the industry. Thus, IAB members always strive to establish good relationship with industries to familiarize themselves with qualities of industries demanded by learners.

UDSM Vice Chancellor, Prof. William Anangisye delivering his speech before launching the IAB

The Industrial Advisory Board Members (in front rows) during the launching event

UDSM Vice Chancellor, Prof. William Anangisye (seated centre) in a souvenir photo with officials and IAB members

POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS THROUGH HEET PROJECT

In a bid to achieve industrialization, employability and promoting human resources, some members of DUCE academic staff are trained to Master’s and PhD degree levels in the fields of science education, teacher education and special education programs as shown in the table below.