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Empowering Generations through Quality Education
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.
The strategic foundation of MKUR is embedded in delivery of quality education in pursuit of realizing competent and employable graduates. It is our pride that throughout the Republic of Rwanda you are likely to find our alumni in high profile positions both in the private and public sectors. We have a growing international student population from Kenya, South Sudan, Tanzania, Cameroon, Uganda, Burundi, Gabon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Chad, Asia, Middle East and U.S.A.
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Master of Arts in Journalism, Media Studies & Communication
Bachelor of Information Science (BIS)
Bachelor of Law (Honors) LLB
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Master of Law-International Commercial & Investment laws (LLM-ICIL)
Master of Science in Information Technology
Master of Science in Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science in Travel & Tourism Management
Bachelor of Education in Biology & Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Advanced Diploma in General Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy
Bachelor of Science in Dental Technology
Master of Business Administration (MBA)with Options
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Animation Studies
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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.
Empowering Generations Through Quality Education