Africa International University

Africa International University

Africa International University originally founded in 1983 as Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (NEGST), Africa International University (AIU) is a private Christian University located on 53 acres of land in Karen, a suburb on the outskirts of Nairobi the capital city of Kenya. Africa International University received a university charter from the government of Kenya in 2011. The university is also accredited by ACTEA. Africa International University is committed to train Christ-centered leaders who will be agents of transformation for our countries, societies, and communities. “We are committed to God’s Mission to bring shalom to his people and bring transformation in the lives of our students so that they can serve his people with integrity and passion.”

Africa International University is blessed to have a Christian foundation as its unique heritage. Over the years of its growth and eventual transition from a graduate school of theology to a university, AIU has maintained this distinctiveness and has ensured it will live on.

Motivated by our vision, mission, core values, and by the conviction that learning is both rooted in and responsive to the culture and context, we seek to participate in God’s mission in the world by bringing a Christ-centered worldview to bear on knowledge, research and its relevance to both the mission of God and the needs of Africa.

Africa International University is based in Kenya, one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa. This strategic location allows students from all nationalities to pursue their academic ambitions in a conducive and inspiring environment. As an institution of higher learning based in Kenya, it is important to position the authority of accorded qualifications on a global scale. The Commission for University Education (CUE) is a globally recognized Education accreditation body, under the full authority of the Republic of Kenya. Africa International University is recognized and accredited by CUE, as indicated on the official page here.
Africa International University was awarded its charter in 2011 and has since and consequently been recognized by CUE as offering qualitative and impactful education. Successful completion of a degree program at Africa International University offers a graduate an advantage on a global scale.

Africa International University is a chartered Christian university. It was started as Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology (NEGST) in 1983 by the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA). The goal was to provide training for pastors beyond the basic certificate and diploma levels. This was informed by the envisioned crisis of ‘Christo-paganism’ in African Christianity without African Biblical theologians with advanced training to provide leadership in combating this trend.

The objective was not simply for the enrichment of the scholar, but the ordinary believer in the church who was often poorly taught and vulnerable to a confused understanding of Christian truth. The establishment of the Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology was seen as a viable instrument to that end. AIU was awarded a university charter by the government of Kenya in March 2011. It has since continued to develop undergraduate programs, particularly in Business, IT, Development Studies and Counselling Psychology.

At Africa International University, we seek to be a learning community that practices loving God and neighbors with heart and mind. Our education perspective embraces disciplined, rigorous critical thinking and allows for the nurturing of relationships, creativity, and innovation. We are committed to offering education with a passion for God, God’s word and God’s world, passion for truth, integrity, service, and passion for excellence, justice, beauty, life, and creation. Education with passion seeks to have students explore their God-given abilities and inspire their personal growth and development. Critical to this pursuit is a core university teaching staff that strives to integrate the evangelical faith with their disciplines.

The University has staff and students from over 32 countries from the five continents. This year the university graduated students from Liberia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, U.S.A, Madagascar, Ghana, Nigeria, Congo DRC, Malawi, Seychelles, Gambia, Ethiopia, Eretria South Sudan among others. The university hopes to train more Christ-centered leaders for the church in Africa and beyond to actively and positively participate to impact the world. We have designed our programs in the various areas of professional specialization for our graduates to transfer the learning to their careers.

The university has modern amenities to make your stay comfortable and resourceful. We have a well-stocked library, with book and modern learning materials. The university has a modern ICT Lab and 24-hour access to WIFI. For those willing to be residents at the university we have modern serviced apartments to make your stay comfortable. The mode of study is evening, weekend, fulltime, school-based and open, distance & e-learning. The admission is in January, May, September and School Holidays for school-based (April, August, and December).

Vision

Christ-centered leaders in Africa educated to transform God’s people and the world.

Mission

To educate Christ-centred leaders for the transformation of God’s people and the world through innovative programs, research, and community engagement.

Core Value

  • Excellence with Relevance—a solutions approach to learning
  • Faith with Integrity—discipleship and missional approach to theology and spirituality.
  • Leadership with Servanthood and Stewardship—leadership that combines deep and personal humility and humanity with an unwavering commitment to do the will of God at all costs.
  • Innovation with Community—not ministry or marketplace “soloists” but team-oriented leaders who seek creative and biblical solutions for the common good in their respective areas of calling.

PHILOSOPHY

Africa International University is committed to training Christ-centered leaders who will be agents of transformation for our countries, societies and communities. “We are committed to God’s Mission to bring shalom to his people and bring transformation in the lives of our students so that they can serve his people with integrity and passion.”
AIU is blessed to have a Christian foundation as its unique heritage. Over the years of its growth and eventual transition from a graduate school of theology to a university, AIU has maintained this distinctiveness and has ensured it will live on.
Motivated by our vision, mission, core values, and by the conviction that learning is both rooted in and responsive to the culture and context, we seek to participate in God’s mission in the world by bringing a Christ-centered worldview to bear on knowledge, research and its relevance to both the mission of God and the needs of Africa.

Africa International University Courses

Africa International University Diploma Courses

  1. Diploma in Christian Ministries (2 years)
  2. Diploma in Psychology and Counseling (2 years)
  3. Diploma In Business Management
  4. Diploma in Human Resource management
  5. Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies
  6. Diploma in project management and evaluation
  7. Diploma in social work & community development
  8. Diploma in community health & development
  9. Diploma in Education:
    i.ICT
    ii. ICT and Mathematics
    iii.CRE/Social Studies

Africa International University Undergraduate Courses

1.Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Counselling (4 years or 2 years with credit transfer from relevant Diploma)

2.Bachelor of Business Administration (4 years or 2 years with credit transfer from relevant Diploma)

3. Bachelor of Theology (BTh) (4 years or 2 years for Theology Diploma holders)

4. Bachelor of Education;

  • Early Childhood Development (ECD)
  • Primary education
  • Secondary education

 

5. Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies ( 4 years)

  • Sustainable Community Development
  • Urban Development.

6. Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship (4 years)

7. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and Financial Management (4 years)

8. Bachelor of Science in Information Communication Technology (4 years)

  • Management Information System
  • Software Development
  • Computer Network

Africa International University Postgraduate Diploma Courses

  1. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (1 year)
  2. Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (1 year)

Africa International University Master Courses

  1. Master of Divinity (MDiv) (3 years full-time)
    1. MDiv in Biblical Studies
    2. MDiv in Church Education
    3. MDiv in Church History
    4. MDiv General
    5. MDiv in Mission Studies
    6. MDiv in Pastoral Studies
    7. MDiv in Theological Studies
    8. MDiv in Translation Studies
  2. Master of Arts (2 years full-time, 3 years part-time)
    1. MA in Biblical Studies
    2. MA in Church History
    3. MA in Translation Studies
    4. MA in Missions

Africa International University Islamic Emphasis

  1. MA in Organizational Leadership
  2. MA in Pastoral Studies
  3. MA in TheologyMaster of Education
  4. Child Development and Family Studies
  5. Church Education
  6. Curriculum & Instruction
  7. Educational Leadership & Administration

Africa International University Doctoral Programs

  1. Ph.D. in Education (4 years)
    1. Curriculum & Instruction
    2. Church Education
    3. Educational Leadership & Administration
    4. Child Development & Family Studies
  2. Ph.D. in Translation Studies
  3. Ph.D. in InterReligious Studies
  4. Ph.D. in Practical Theology (Coming soon)
  5. Ph.D. in Theological Studies (4 years)
    1. Biblical Studies
    2. World Christianity
    3. Missions studies
    4. Theology & Development
    5. Theology & Culture

Our Graduates have over the years distinguished themselves as administrators of education programs in public and private institutions; program and curriculum developers; Directors of education programs in schools and churches; teachers in public and private institutions of higher learning and universities; and in academic careers and research in Africa and beyond.

African International University Contacts

Africa International University
P.O BOX 24686, 00502,
Karen, Nairobi – Kenya
E-mail: info@negst.edu
Tel: 020-2603663/4
Admissions Hotline: 0715 247 540 or 0725841885
Recruitment Hotline: 0734 958 482
Website: www.aiu.ac.ke

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