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AMREF INTERNATIONAL

UNIVERSITY

www.amref.ac.ke

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WELCOME TO AMIU

We are an innovative international university.

We lead the way in health sciences education with a breadth of programmes

in community health, nursing, leadership and governance, laboratory

sciences and so much more.

AMIU has nurtured leaders and shaped the future of public health in Africa

for over 40 years under its predecessor the Amref International Training

Centre (AITC).


WHO WE ARE

Amref International University (AMIU) is an accredited institution of higher

learning focused on health sciences and is fully owned by Amref Health

Africa.

Vision: To be a leading university of excellence in developing transformational

health leaders and practitioners who inspire lasting change in Africa.

The University is located on Lang’ata Road (opposite Wilson Airport), Nairobi,

Kenya.

AMIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa,

which is reputed with over 60 years of quality, innovations in community

health and health systems management interventions.

We focus primarily on health sciences with a commitment to progressively

develop innovative programmes catering to the present and future needs of

African populations.

AMIU currently has an Institute of Research, Innovation and Consultancy

and a School of Health Sciences with five departments:

• Community Health Practice

• Health Systems Management and Development

• Nursing

• Laboratory Sciences

• Health Professions Education.


OUR PROGRAMMES: LEARN BY DOING

AMIU programmes are informed by the latest thinking and most up-to-

date research focusing on equipping health workers with skills, knowledge,

competencies and values to enable them respond to the Universal Health

Coverage (UHC) agenda.

Learners are taught using innovative training approaches with hands-on field

experience using Amref Health Africa projects and programmes across the

African region, ensuring students graduate with in-depth knowledge and skills

that enhance competencies to navigate the current dynamic health sector.


Department of Community Health Practice

Course Duration Intakes

BSc in Community Health Practice: NEW 4 years May & September

Higher Diploma in Community Health 1 year March, July & October

Diploma in Community Health (Basic) 1 year July

Statistical Data analysis level 1 and level 11 4 days Monthly

Department of Health Systems Management and Development & CPD

BSc in Health Systems Management and Development: NEW 4 years May & September

Monitoring and Evaluation (CPD) 4 weeks Four times a year

Various Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses 1-4 wks Throughout the year

Department of Nursing

BSc in Nursing

(upgrading in collaboration with the University of Nairobi)

2½ years May & September

Higher Diploma in Comprehensive Reproductive Health 1 year March & September

Diploma in Nursing (upgrading ECHN to KRCHN) 2 years March & September

Diploma in Nursing (upgrading EN/M to KRCHN) 2½ years March & September

Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN pre-service) 3½ years March & September

Department of Laboratory Sciences

BSc in Laboratory Sciences 4 years September

Various Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses

in Laboratory Sciences

1-4 wks Quarterly

Department of Health Professions Education

MSc in Health Professions Education: NEW 2 years September 2018

Medical Pedagogy 4 weeks September 2018


Directorate of Research Development, Innovation and Consultancy

WE RESEARCH TO CREATE SOLUTIONS

AMIU is a world-leading research university dedicated to

examining challenging health issues and working to affect

real change in the world. We focus on African health issues

and solutions, particularly public health and community

health issues. Deliberate effort is made to ensure research

outputs are applied to develop solutions to health issues

and problems in respective African communities and

countries and the continent at large.

INNOVATION IS OUR CULTURE

We nurture an environment of innovation by facilitating incubation of novel ideas

and mentoring incubates. We are in partnership with industry leaders to ensure the

commercialisation of technology and novel products.

CONSULTANCY

We offer quality and timely consultancies in research and evaluation of health and

education programmes, strengthening health systems, capacity development, and

creating solutions.

WE SHARE OUR KNOWLEDGE

We manage two dissemination platforms: The Africa Health Agenda International Journal

(AHAIJ) an online peer review journal where we publish scientific and best practice articles;

and Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) held every 2 years.

Partnerships and collaborations: Amref International University works in collaboration with several

local, regional and international Institutions of Higher Learning and Research such as University of

Nairobi, Moi University, USIU and Kenya Methodist University, University of Pretoria, University of

Ryerson, University of Robert Gordon, University of Liverpool, University of Alberta, among others.

The collaborations entail the exchange of faculty and students, joint research and joint applications for

regional and international consultancies, among others.


WHY AMIU?

• An accredited institution specialised in health

sciences. Learn from global experts both local

and international faculty drawn from Amref’s rich

experience across the globe. Learn anywhere

through our E/M-Learning programme options

using your laptop, smartphone or tablet

• Learn by doing; Our academic programmes have

a strong practicum component through Amref

projects and programmes across the region to

ensure the acquisition of competencies required

by health professionals and the communities they

serve

• Research, innovate and grow: Our training

programmes train students how to develop

innovative solutions that respond to relevant

regional and international health agendas

• Our library is well equipped with books and journals

including a wealthy collection of e-books providing

unlimited access and support to the faculty and

students

• Location: We are conveniently located next to Wilson

Airport that houses our Amref Flying Doctors who

provide air ambulance services globally. It is also

within a walking distance to the famous Nairobi

national park and shopping malls for one’s personal

needs and relaxation.

Directorate of Research Development, Innovation and Consultancy

WE RESEARCH TO CREATE SOLUTIONS

AMIU is a world-leading research university dedicated to

examining challenging health issues and working to affect

real change in the world. We focus on African health issues

and solutions, particularly public health and community

health issues. Deliberate effort is made to ensure research

outputs are applied to develop solutions to health issues

and problems in respective African communities and

countries and the continent at large.

INNOVATION IS OUR CULTURE

We nurture an environment of innovation by facilitating incubation of novel ideas

and mentoring incubates. We are in partnership with industry leaders to ensure the

commercialisation of technology and novel products.

CONSULTANCY

We offer quality and timely consultancies in research and evaluation of health and

education programmes, strengthening health systems, capacity development, and

creating solutions.

WE SHARE OUR KNOWLEDGE

We manage two dissemination platforms: The Africa Health Agenda International Journal

(AHAIJ) an online peer review journal where we publish scientific and best practice articles;

and Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC) held every 2 years.

Partnerships and collaborations: Amref International University works in collaboration with several

local, regional and international Institutions of Higher Learning and Research such as University of

Nairobi, Moi University, USIU and Kenya Methodist University, University of Pretoria, University of

Ryerson, University of Robert Gordon, University of Liverpool, University of Alberta, among others.

The collaborations entail the exchange of faculty and students, joint research and joint applications for

regional and international consultancies, among others.


Learning at AMIU


NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES INTAKE FOR MAY AND SEPTEMBER

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMMUNITY HEALTH PRACTICE (BSc CHP)

The development of Bachelor of Science in Community Health Practice is

informed by Amref Health Africa’s firm foundation in community health

practice for over 60 years and Africa’s need for practioners who are well

equipped to ensure effective implementation of the universal health care.

Inherent are the principles of diversity, equity and inclusivity.

Entry requirements:

» KCSE (or equivalent) Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+

• minimum of C in Biology and Chemistry

• minimum C in English/Kiswahili and Mathematics/Physics;

» KACE with a minimum of two principal passes

• including Biology and subsidiary passes in Chemistry, Mathematics/

Physics;

» Diploma (with a mean grade of C) in Public Health, Environmental Health,

Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy, Community Health, Human Nutrition;

» The equivalent or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Public Health,

Environmental Health, Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy, Community Health,

Human Nutrition or the equivalent of any of these qualifications from an

institution recognised by the University Senate.

Career Opportunities include:

Public health departments of Ministries of health and local and international

non-governmental organisations (NGOs) as project and programmes

managers.

2018 – APPLY NOW!


BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND

DEVELOPMENT (HSMD)

This course is designed to produce graduates with knowledge, skills

and attitudes (competencies) for efficient and effective health systems’

management and development to ensure lasting health change in Africa.

Health Systems Management and Development is a developing area that

requires urgent attention for the health sectors in Africa to appropriately

respond to the health needs of populations and deliver the Universal Health

Coverage (UHC) agenda.

Entry Requirements:

» KCSE (or equivalent) Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+

• minimum of C in Biology and Chemistry

• Minimum of C in English/ Kiswahili and Mathematics/ Physics (or

equivalent) certificate with C+ for Biology and Chemistry;

» KACE with a minimum of two principal passes including:

• Biology and subsidiary passes in Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics;

» Diploma (with a KSCE mean grade C) in Public Administration, Business

Administration/Management, Public Health, Environmental Health,

Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy, Community Health, Human Nutrition or

the equivalent;

» Higher National Diploma (HND) in Public Administration, Business

Administration/Management, Public Health, Environmental Health,

Clinical Medicine, Pharmacy, Community Health, Human Nutrition, or the

equivalent of any of these qualifications from an Institution recognised by

the University Senate plus a KSCE mean grade C.

Career Opportunities include:

Public or government or private organisations as managers/ leaders at

various levels of healthcare systems.

2018 – APPLY NOW!


www.amref.ac.ke

NEXT STEPS

Our thoughtful approach to admissions will help make your enrollment as

easy as possible.

ENROL NOW

» Apply online from www.amref.ac.ke Or

» Download application forms online from www.amref.ac.ke Or

» Collect forms from admissions Office, at AMIU on Lang’ata Road, Nairobi.

» Send applications to:

Dean, School of Health Sciences | Email: [email protected]

Submit a completed application form and ensure that you attach:

» Copies of your academic and school leaving testimonials

» National Identity Card (or Birth Certificate)

» Reliable postal address, email and telephone contact.

HAVE QUESTIONS? GET IN TOUCH

Amref International University

Cell: +254 741 743 871 (Vivian) | +254 772 354 946 (Monica)

Tel: +254 (0)20 699 3219/ 3220 (Scholastica)

Email: [email protected]


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