The Faculty of Arts Business Studies and Social Sciences at Stella Maris Mtwara University College (STEMMUCO) was established in 2012 following the growth of the college from the then Mtwara Centre to STEMMUCO. Currently the faculty houses the units of Commerce, Economics, Laws, Philosophy & Ethics, Sociology & Development Studies and the University library. The Faculty strives at offering students with the necessary skills that are found in the disciplines housed in the faculty.
The Faculty makes effort at employing innovation in teaching and learning and is committed to providing students with world class education that will prepare them to be the leaders of today and tomorrow. Our graduates are knowledgeable and well skilled and go on to enjoy rich and rewarding professional lives.
Students work with their qualified academics and are impacted with research skills in the areas of their interests. Our graduates go on to fulfilling careers in a variety of workplaces in the private and public sectors and are empowered in making a difference locally, nationally and internationally. Moreover, the Faculty houses the department and unit that offer ethics to all students at the college with the intention of making them better ethical individuals as they operate in the world that is fast losing many moral values necessary to human beings.
STeMMUCo foster spiritual growth by integrating faith-based teachings into the curriculum, offering regular prayer and meditation sessions, organizing community service and outreach programs, providing opportunities for deep discussions on ethics and values, hosting religious speakers and events, and encouraging students to explore their beliefs.
Faculty mentoring, chapel services, and incorporating spiritual perspectives into academic subjects contribute to a holistic education that nurtures students’ spiritual development and strengthens their connection to their faith.
The STeMMUCo Alumni Association is excited to announce the arrival of STeMMUCo Alumni Connect. This is a new community building platform for STeMMUCo’s alumni. It is the only place online where you can find, and connect with, all 10,000 STeMMUCo’s alumni. All alumni are automatically enrolled!