About University
The Bishop A.T. Muzorewa University (BATMU) is an autonomous faith–based institution of higher learning that will help you grow academically, physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually, that’s making you a whole person. This will be achieved through our transformative and integrated learning programmes that initiate the student into leadership as a the defining academic identity. The programmes are in line with the legacy of leadership which our University founder believed in.
BATMU main campus which is situated on top of the majestic Mabvuwo mountain, towering over Lake Rusape offers you a perfect learning environment endowed with exciting student life activities and benefits from peaceful learning space, student scholarships to international student and staff exchange programs. This makes BATMU Campus your University of choice.
Mission and Values
Vision
To develop the whole person grounded in faith, leadership, and excellence.
Philosophy
Based on Bishop Muzorewa’s teaching:
“A Whole Gospel for the Whole Person” Leadership rooted in faith, character, integrity, service
Mission
To produce par excellence scientists, business leaders, theologians, and professionals prepared to serve church, nation, and the world.
Governance
Autonomous University. Charter to be signed by the President of Zimbabwe. Board of Directors (4 from BATMEF + 7 members).
Our Founding Philosophy
Whole-Person Development – We believe education must shape the intellect, strengthen character, and nurture spiritual grounding. Leadership as Identity – Leadership is not a course. It is the culture of the university. Faith & Academic Excellence – We integrate Christian values with rigorous academic training.
Faith Based Institution
We are a God-fearing faith based institution firmly grounded in Christian ethos and values, professionalism, integrity and ubuntu (hunhu)..
Holistic human development.
We are a centre of excellence for integrated knowledge development because we believe education should shape the whole person..
A legacy of purpose
Our story began with the vision of Bishop Abel T. Muzorewa a leader who believed in faith ,education and service to others.
New category of higher education
At BATMU students are initiated into a holistic style of leadership as the defining academic identity.
Relevant and transformative programmes
At BATMU you do not just earn a degree but learn how to build something that matters.
International student and staff exchange
There are opportunities for students to study at overseas Universities as part of their academic programme...