Students from Zetech University and Christ University engage in a hands-on learning session at the Advanced Research in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security (ARDC) Lab at Christ University, Bangalore, India, during their second cohort visit to Asia’s Silicon Valley.
[Ruiru, Kenya – 22nd January 2025] – Zetech University and Christ University have launched an innovative partnership aimed at advancing technology, education and research. This collaboration will focus on co-teaching, research and innovation in developing the much-needed global tech talent. Christ University is a leading technological university located in Bangalore, India (the Asia’s Silicon Valley) and is a strategic partner for Zetech University towards shaping the future of technology education.
A key aspect of the partnership is the co-teaching initiative, where lecturers from both universities will collaborate on courses in fields such as Research on Emerging Trends in Computer Science, Advanced Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Robotics and Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Blockchain Technology and Advanced Data Structures. This approach will enrich students’ learning experiences, offering them insights from experts in these cutting-edge areas.
“This collaboration presents an exciting opportunity to enhance our postgraduate programmes in Computer Science and IT as our students will be taught by faculty from both Zetech University and Christ University. The partnership perfectly aligns with our commitment to interdisciplinary research and internationalisation. It will also enable our students and faculty to have exposure on the best global practices and enhance south – south collaboration,” remarked Prof. Alice Njuguna, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics, Research and Student Affairs, Zetech University.
The partnership will see Zetech University students participate in Student Exchange Programmes to the Silicon Valley of Asia, where they will get a chance to study and research with some of the leading tech companies in Asia. Zetech University and Christ University have had previous exchanges in the past and are planning for a student exchange programme this year in March on the 3rd to 8th.
Additionally, the partnership will foster innovation and patent development, particularly in areas including; Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things. Industry collaborations with companies such as QpiAi for Quantum Computing and Advantech for Internet of Things (IoT) will enhance practical learning and research, with Zetech University’s Africa Centre for Data Analytics and Modelling and the University’s Innovation Hub (iZet Hub).
“The collaboration will also involve joint supervision of student projects, research publications and conferences ensuring students gain real-world experience while contributing to global technological solutions. Moreover, seminars on patent writing will be held to guide faculty and students in protecting their intellectual properties.” Noted, Prof. Mary Anita, Associate Dean, School of Engineering and Technology, Christ University.