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College of Social Sciences and Humanities, Bule Hora University College Overview
The College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) is one of the Colleges in Bule Hora University. The college offers diverse programs to develop a deep understanding of human societies, cultures, and behaviors. Currently, the college houses 16 departments. These departments are Afaan Oromo and Literature, Civics and Ethical Studies, English Language and Literature, Geography and Environmental Studies, Governance and Development Studies, History and Heritage Management, Journalism and Communication, Oromo Folklore and Literature, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations, Social Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, Tourism Management, Music and Theatrical Arts. In the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, there are 16 MA programs both in regular and weekend modalities. The college also hosts two PhD programs in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies and Afaan Oromo and Literature. The College also has a Postgraduate and Continuing Education Coordinator, Registrar Coordinator, Education Quality Assurance Coordinator, and Research, Community Service and Technology Transfer Coordinator Office structures in addition to departments.
As of 2025/2017, the College hosted 517 regular Undergraduate Students, 383 Summer UG students, 1502 Weekend UG students, 192 postgraduate (MA) students, and 23 PhD students across its programs. The College operates under multiple modalities, including regular, weekend, and summer programs has been teaching a total of 2617 students.
The College is supported by a dedicated academic staff comprising 139 lecturers, 11 staffs holding PhD, 12 staff members holding BA, and 5 lab assistants. The teaching staff is actively involved in both teaching and research, contributing to the academic growth.
Vision
The college aims to be a leader in academic, research, and community engagement, fostering socially responsible graduates. It strives for excellence and meaningful contributions to society.
Mission
The College of Social Sciences and Humanities is committed to offering high-quality education that fosters critical thinking and cultural understanding. Its mission is to develop ethical, culturally aware graduates ready to lead and innovate nationally and globally.
Core Values
The College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) is one of the Colleges in Bule Hora University. The college offers diverse programs to develop a deep understanding of human societies, cultures, and behaviors. Currently, the college houses 16 departments. These departments are Afaan Oromo and Literature, Civics and Ethical Studies, English Language and Literature, Geography and Environmental Studies, Governance and Development Studies, History and Heritage Management, Journalism and Communication, Oromo Folklore and Literature, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations, Social Anthropology, Sociology, Social Work, Tourism Management, Music and Theatrical Arts. In the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, there are 16 MA programs both in regular and weekend modalities. The college also hosts two PhD programs in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies and Afaan Oromo and Literature. The College also has a Postgraduate and Continuing Education Coordinator, Registrar Coordinator, Education Quality Assurance Coordinator, and Research, Community Service and Technology Transfer Coordinator Office structures in addition to departments.
As of 2025/2017, the College hosted 517 regular Undergraduate Students, 383 Summer UG students, 1502 Weekend UG students, 192 postgraduate (MA) students, and 23 PhD students across its programs. The College operates under multiple modalities, including regular, weekend, and summer programs has been teaching a total of 2617 students.
The College is supported by a dedicated academic staff comprising 139 lecturers, 11 staffs holding PhD, 12 staff members holding BA, and 5 lab assistants. The teaching staff is actively involved in both teaching and research, contributing to the academic growth.
Vision
The college aims to be a leader in academic, research, and community engagement, fostering socially responsible graduates. It strives for excellence and meaningful contributions to society.
Mission
The College of Social Sciences and Humanities is committed to offering high-quality education that fosters critical thinking and cultural understanding. Its mission is to develop ethical, culturally aware graduates ready to lead and innovate nationally and globally.
Core Values
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Master's Programs in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
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MSC in GIS and Remote Sensing
- MA in Governance Studies
- Disaster Risk Management (DRM)
- MA in Philosophy
- MSC in Urban and Regional Development Planning
- MA in Social Work
- MSC in Climate Change and Sustainable Development
- MA in Literature
- MA in History and Heritage Management
- MA in Social Anthropology
- MA in Peace and Security Studies
- MA in Teaching Afaan Oromo and Literature
- MA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- MA in Ecological Anthropology
- MA in Journalism and Mass Communication
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MA in Development Management
PhD Programs in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
- PhD in Oromo Literature and Folklore
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PhD in Integrated Natural Resources and Environmental Management
Contact Person
Negasa Gelana Debisa (MA in Foreign Policy and Diplomacy)
Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
+251930638200
Email: negasa.gelana@bhu.edu.et
Office Location: Block 025, G+2
Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
+251930638200
Email: negasa.gelana@bhu.edu.et
Office Location: Block 025, G+2