Africa Renewal University

Africa Renewal University’s Statement of Faith has been adopted from The Gospel Coalition’s Confessional Statement, which is rooted in the Scriptures and centered on the Gospel.

Vision: To be a premier Christian University focused on Transformational Leadership for the Church and Society

Mission: To commit ourselves to develop a new generation of Christian leaders whose lives are transformed by rigorous study of Scripture, impassioned love for God, and faithful service to the nations as the body of Christ.

Core Values

1. They are a Christ Centered educational center.
2. The institution practices Integrity and encourages Accountability in every aspect of life.
3. They Pursue Excellence by setting high standards in their academics and ministry.
4. Practice biblical Stewardship with time, talents and treasures.
5. Embrace Community by living and working in unity to fulfill God’s purpose for the body of Christ.
6. Seek to develop a Global Perspective of the body of Christ as we equip leaders for the developing African context.

Degree Programs

Theology (B.A., 120 Credit Hours)
Provides students with the solid biblical foundation, skills, and strategies necessary to effectively minister inside and outside the church community.

Child Development (B.A., 120 Credit Hours)
Provides students the knowledge and skills necessary to advocate for Uganda’s large community of children and develop an environment in which children grow intellectually, physically, socially, and spiritually.

Community Development (B.A., 120 Credit Hours)
Provides students the knowledge and skills necessary to empower and transform communities to become holistic, equitable, and sustainable.

Community Health (B.A., 122 Credit Hours)
Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve community health and wellness by employing preventive measures against diseases and increasing awareness of health risks.

Social Work and Social Administration (B.A, 120 Credit Hours)
Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to both administer social services to individuals and apply population-focused advocacy to transform Ugandan social institutions.

Disabilities Studies and Special Education (B.A., 120 credit hours)
Provides students a biblical theology of disability, suffering, and church ministry through a program called “Designed by God” in partnership with Joni and Friends International Christian Institute on Disability.

Diploma Programs

Biblical Studies (Diploma, 64 Credit Hours)
Provides pastors and teachers the tools to study, interpret, and apply the word of God to their lives and ministries.

Child Development (Diploma, 64 Credit Hours)
Provides children ministers, teachers, and caregivers the knowledge and practical skills necessary to care for children at risk such as those who are orphaned, abused, and abandoned.

Computer and Information Technology (Diploma, 64 Credit Hours)
Provides students with the business, media, computing and communication skills necessary to success in today’s IT industries and business organizations.

Undergraduate Programs:

Program	Code	Duration	Intake	Study Time
Bachelor of Journalism and Multimedia Communication	BJMC	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Arts in Community Development	BCMD	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Social Works and Social Administration	BSWA	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Disability Studies & Special Education	DSSE	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Arts in Theology	BATH	3 Years	May/August	Modular/Full time
Bachelor of Arts in Child Development	BCHD	3 Years	May/August	Modular/Full time
Bachelor of Business Administration	BBAD	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Public Health	BPH	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Information Technology	BCIT	3 Years	August	Full-time
Bachelor of Education (Primary)	BEDP	3 Years	August	Full-time

Diploma Programs:

Program	Code	Duration	Intake	Study Time
Diploma in Computer and Information Technology	DCIT	2 Years	August	Full-time
Diploma in Journalism and Multimedia Communication	DJMC	2 Years	August	Full-time
Diploma in Social Works and Social Administration	DSWA	2 Years	August	Full-time
Diploma in Theology	DPTH	2 Years	May/August	Modular/Full time
Diploma in Business Administration	DBAD	2 Years	August	Full-time
Diploma in Child Development	DCHD	2 Years	August	Full-time

Certificate Programs:

Program	Code	Duration	Intake	Study Time
Higher Education Certificate	HEDC	8 months	May/August	Full-time
Certificate in Child Development	CCHD	2 Years	August	Full-time
Certificate in Pastoral Ministry	CIMH	2 Years	May/August	Modular
Certificate in Information Technology	CCIT	2 Years	January	Full-time
Certificate in Guidance & Counselling	NCGC	2 Years	August	Full-time
Certificate in Social Work and Social Administration	NSWASA	2 Years	August	Full-time
Certificate in Public Administration & Management	NCPAD	2 Years	August	Full-time
Certificate in Records & Information Management	NCRIM	2 Years	August	Full-time

Postgraduate Programs:

Program	Code	Duration	Intake	Study Time
MBA in Marketing	MBA MK	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MBA in Organizational Leadership and Management	MBA OL	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MBA in Human Resource Management	MBAHRM	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MBA in Finance and Accounting	MBA ACC	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MATS in Christian Leadership	MATS CL	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MATS in Church Planting and Community Development	MATS CCD	2 Years	May/August	Modular
MATS in Theology	MAT TH	2 Years	May/August	Modular

Technical Programs:

Program	Code	Duration	Intake	Study Time
National Certificate in Building and Construction	NCBC	2 Years	August	Full-time
National Certificate in Welding and Metal Fabrication	CWMF	2 Years	August	Full-time
National Certificate in Public Administration & Management	NCPAD	2 Years	August	Full-time
National Certificate in Guidance & Counselling	NCGC	2 Years	August	Full-time
National Certificate in Social Work and Social Administration	NSWASA	2 Years	August	Full-time
National Certificate in Records & Information Management	NCRIM	2 Years	August	Full-time

How to Apply: Applicants interested in joining AfRU must follow these steps for the application process:

1. Pay a non-refundable application fee of Shs.50,000/= for Undergraduate and 50,000/= for Postgraduate.
2. Obtain an application form from the registrar’s office and complete it by providing all required information.
3. Attach photocopies of academic documents and 10 passport photos to the completed application form.
4. For remote applicants:
   • Download the application form from www.afru.ac.ug and fill it out.
   • Scan the completed form along with academic documents.
   • Email the scanned copies to [email protected] or fill out the online application form and submit details.
5. Only applicants with official Transcripts/Result Slips and/or Certificates will be considered.
6. Applicants for postgraduate programs and upgrades should attach copies of their Transcripts and/or Certificates.
7. Applicants with academic qualifications from outside Uganda must attach copies of equivalence documents translated to English and equated to Ugandan academic standards.
8. Specific admission requirements for all programs can be obtained from the Academic Registrar’s Office.
9. For inquiries, contact [email protected] or call 0782 589 347, 0701 598 347.