At Fourah Bay College, we offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their chosen fields. Our continuous General Civil Engineering training leads to a Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) degree, with opportunities for further study culminating in a Master of Engineering (M. Eng.) degree.

Our Water and Sanitation program focuses on the vital role of NGOs in providing essential water and sanitation facilities to rural populations in Sierra Leone. This initiative, known as 'Water for Survival,' emphasizes community engagement and sustainable practices.

In addition to our technical programs, we are proud to offer a dynamic Theater Arts Program, led by the Head of the English Department. This program aims to foster creativity and cultural expression through various aesthetic activities, preparing students for careers in the arts.

Join us at Fourah Bay College, where academic excellence meets a vibrant campus life, and discover the opportunities that await you.

Choosing a Tablet for Study: A Practical Guide for Students

The title of this page points to tablets, and for many students in Freetown a tablet has become a genuine study tool rather than a holiday gift. Whether you are reading for a B.Eng. in civil engineering, researching rural water supply or rehearsing scripts for a theatre production, the right device can make lecture notes, e-books and group work far easier to manage. The 2020 models have since been replaced by newer ones, so the advice below focuses on what to look for rather than on any single product.

What matters most for coursework

  • Battery life: power cuts and long days between lectures and the library make a battery that lasts a full day more valuable than a faster processor.
  • Storage: engineering drawings, PDFs of journal articles and recorded lectures add up quickly. A model with expandable storage via a memory card can save money.
  • Screen size: around 10 inches is comfortable for reading textbooks and viewing diagrams; smaller screens suit quick reference and portability.
  • Keyboard support: if you write long reports or dissertations, check that a Bluetooth or attachable keyboard works well with the device.
  • Offline use: choose apps that let you download readings and notes so you can keep working when mobile data is limited or expensive.

Matching the device to your programme

Engineering students may want a stylus for sketching and annotating calculations, plus enough performance to open spreadsheet and drawing apps. Students in water and sanitation or other field-based work benefit from a rugged case, GPS and a decent camera for recording site observations. Those in the theatre arts can use a tablet for scripts, rehearsal recordings and simple audio editing.

Buying sensibly

Compare prices from several sellers, ask about warranty and local repair options, and be cautious with very cheap unbranded devices that may not receive software updates. A refurbished device from a reputable source is often a better choice than a new low-quality one. A tablet supplements, rather than replaces, library resources and lab access, so it is worth reviewing what your course requires. You can explore the options on our programs page and find study spaces described on the campus page.

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