Overview

The Centre for Research and Postgraduate Studies (CRePS) is dedicated to advancing academic excellence through research. The Centre serves as a hub for postgraduate education, research, and professional development, fostering an environment that encourages scholarly inquiry and the pursuit of new knowledge. CRePS provide high-quality postgraduate education and research opportunities that contribute to the intellectual and professional growth of graduate researchers. The Centre provides support for the development of advanced research skills, promotes multi-inter-transdisciplinary collaboration and fosters creativity in research through comprehensive guidance in research methodologies, academic writing and thesis preparation. The Centre organizes workshops, seminars, roundtable discussions and conferences to help students develop professional skills and stay updated with the latest advancements in their fields.

The Centre actively collaborates with government departments, other academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations to enhance the scope and impact of its research activities. These partnerships provide students with opportunities for internships, joint research projects, and networking with professionals in their fields. Our research initiatives have led to groundbreaking discoveries and innovations, further establishing its reputation as a leading institution for postgraduate studies. Our goal is to conduct problem-solving research and produce socially engaged postgraduate thinkers and innovators equipped to use knowledge for change and development. We coordinate research in eight key areas as shown in the figure below:

Vision

To be a premier centre of excellence in research and postgraduate studies, fostering innovative, interdisciplinary, and impactful research that addresses national, continental and global challenges, advances knowledge, and contributes to the sustainable development of society.

Mission

To address national, regional, and global developmental challenges affecting humanity through cutting-edge research and to provide context-specific solutions that foster sustainable and inclusive growth, food security, and economic resilience at national and international levels.

Functions

The functions of the Unit are anchored on the following five key pillars:

• Internationalisation and globalisation of the University through research networking and collaborations
• The production of knowledge through innovative research.
• Resource mobilisation
• Research capacity building for postgraduate students and staff
• Governance, coordination and policy support for postgraduate studies