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Mount Kigali University is a leading citadel of teaching, research and academic excellence at the heart of Kigali in Rwanda. The University started as a Campus of Mount Kenya University in 2010 and has since grown into a fully-fledged university accredited by the Rwanda Higher Education Council under the Ministry of Education. Today, the Board of Directors of MKUR have invested in excess of 10 billion Rwandan Francs on establishing post-modern infrastructure including well equipped laboratories, administration offices, teaching and learning facilities, a library, hostels, and recreational facilities. 

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)with Options
Free

Master of Business Administration (MBA)with Options

The programme is offered by the School of Business and Economics with the following options: Strategic Management Finance Accounting Human Resource Management Project Management Logistics & Supply Chain Management Marketing Management Minimum Requirement Minimum entry requirements to the program leading to the Master of Business Administration with any of the…
Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology
Free

Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry (scored in A, B or C) and a subsidiary in either Mathematics / Physics. Cost per Semester:  RWF595,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy
Free

Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry (scored in A, B or C) and a subsidiary in either Mathematics / Physics. Cost per Semester:  RWF595,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
Free

Bachelor of Science in Midwifery

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Student who has a certificate in senior six with two (2) principal pass in biology and chemistry with score grade of A-C and subsidiary in Mathematics, Physics and Geography. The A2 holder from associate nursing program should have three…
Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing
Free

Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Advanced diploma holder in Mental Health Nursing obtained from a recognized high learning institution with relevant 2 years working experience will join the program at year 2 semester 2. Advanced diploma in General Nursing obtained from a recognized high…
Advanced Diploma in General Nursing
Free

Advanced Diploma in General Nursing

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Students who have successfully completed Science Subjects in Secondary School (A Level): Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. To have at least passed core subjects of Biology and Chemistry at Grade A, B, C and D with Subsidiary pass in…
Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics
Free

Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics

  The programme is offered by the School of Business and Economics Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Mathematics, Science and Commerce or equivalent Cost per Semester:  RWF280,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Education in Economics and Entrepreneurship
Free

Bachelor of Education in Economics and Entrepreneurship

The programme is offered by the School of Education Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Advanced General Certificate of Secondary Education or equivalent Cost per Semester:  RWF150,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Education in Biology & Chemistry
Fr150,000.00

Bachelor of Education in Biology & Chemistry

The programme is offered by the School of Education Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Advanced General Certificate of Secondary Education in Biology , Chemistry and a pass in Physics /Mathematics or a principal pass in one of the major subjects combination and a subsidiary Cost per Semester:  150000RWF Duration:…
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Fr545,000.00

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The programme is offered by the School of Business and Economics Minimum Requirement First Class or Upper Second-class Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University or Second Lower-class Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University with two years working experience Cost per Semester:  RWF 545,000 Duration: 4 Semesters
Master of Business Administration (MBA)with Options
Free

Master of Business Administration (MBA)with Options

The programme is offered by the School of Business and Economics with the following options: Strategic Management Finance Accounting Human Resource Management Project Management Logistics & Supply Chain Management Marketing Management Minimum Requirement Minimum entry requirements to the program leading to the Master of Business Administration with any of the…
Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology
Free

Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry (scored in A, B or C) and a subsidiary in either Mathematics / Physics. Cost per Semester:  RWF595,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy
Free

Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry (scored in A, B or C) and a subsidiary in either Mathematics / Physics. Cost per Semester:  RWF595,000 Duration: 8 Semesters
Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
Free

Bachelor of Science in Midwifery

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Student who has a certificate in senior six with two (2) principal pass in biology and chemistry with score grade of A-C and subsidiary in Mathematics, Physics and Geography. The A2 holder from associate nursing program should have three…
Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing
Free

Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Advanced diploma holder in Mental Health Nursing obtained from a recognized high learning institution with relevant 2 years working experience will join the program at year 2 semester 2. Advanced diploma in General Nursing obtained from a recognized high…
Advanced Diploma in General Nursing
Free

Advanced Diploma in General Nursing

The programme is offered by the School of Nursing Minimum Requirement Students who have successfully completed Science Subjects in Secondary School (A Level): Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. To have at least passed core subjects of Biology and Chemistry at Grade A, B, C and D with Subsidiary pass in…
Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics
Free

Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics

  The programme is offered by the School of Business and Economics Minimum Requirement Two principal passes in Mathematics, Science and Commerce or equivalent Cost per Semester:  RWF280,000 Duration: 8 Semesters

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MKUR degrees are internationally recognised.

MKUR has a dedicated English skills lab to train in oral and written versions of the language. 

Staff and faculty have adequate facilities for learning and instruction.

From Kindles to e-learning and Management Information System, tech is core to MKUR functions.

MKUR students can study at the mother university in Thika, Kenya, and experience a different society and network with peers.  

Students are spoilt for choice as the array of academic programmes provides a doorway to different professional careers.

MKUR graduates are highly employable, thanks to the all-rounded education they receive, and opportunities for networking.   

Dedicated student hostels, a Student Council, and open-door policy ensure MKUR students enjoy their time in campus.

The University Medical Centre is for use by students, faculty and the community in Kagarama.  

Located along KK28 Avenue in Kagarama, MKUR is easily accessible by public bus, motorcycle taxi of private car.

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