University of Rwanda
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Archived: 2026-04-23 15:34
University of Rwanda
Quick figures
31,042
Student population
7
Colleges
87
Undergraduate Programmes
138
Postgraduate Programmes
EDUCATE, LEARN & RESEARCH IN RWANDA
WITH UR AT THE FOREFRONT
UR is actively pursuing solutions to urgent developmental challenges and is seeking meaningful, equitable, empowering, enlightening, and mutually beneficial partnerships to access global knowledge and expertise.
Why Choose UR ?
WE’RE ON THE RISE
Ranked in the world’s top 100 young universities
STUDENTS’ TESTIMONIES
The courses offered by UR are rated highly by students
FACTS & FIGURES
The University of Rwanda is a public research university
Academic Programmes
Application Portal
Research Publication
Campuses
News Updates
17-04-2026
Newly launched Centre for Genocide and Conflict Studies to strengthen fight against Genocide (…)
The University of Rwanda brought together government officials, researchers, academics, and activists for the launch of the Centre for (…)
31-03-2026
Excelling beyond academics : UR students shine in culture and creativity
UR students have once again demonstrated their excellence beyond the classroom, emerging as top performers at the National Cultural (…)
26-03-2026
Industry Connect Series set to empower UR students withs skills for dynamic tech careers
College of Science and Technology in partnership with the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, has launched the Industry Connect Series ; a (…)
See All News Updates>
Agricultural innovation
PhD research seeks to transform urban organic waste into sustainable agricultural (…)
Water Resources
A study reveals how coffee waste can provide a solution for clean water
Management
Award-winning research shows the role of international innovation hubs in Africa’s (…)
Water Resources
New research seeks to provide insights on safeguarding groundwater for communities
See All Research News >
Monthly Publication
The UR Insight;
a university newsletter
The UR Insight is our monthly newsletter, highlighting key events and
activities across the university. It showcases major achievements and
milestones in research and innovation, while also giving special
attention to student life.
Latest issue
Newsletter archives
Subscribe
Featured Events
THU
22
MAY
Kigali, Rwanda
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Australia-Africa Universities Network (AAUN) Africa
More Details
TUE
21
OCT
Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
International Association of Universities (IAU) International Conference 2025
More Details
22
MAY
Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Australia Africa Universities Network (AAUN)-Africa Forum 2025
More Details
See All Featured Events >
Projects / Programs
Featured Researcher
AI/IoT & Data Mining
+
Prof Damien Hanyurwimfura
How UR is shaping Rwanda’s tech future through IoT and research excellence
Women at UR
Emerging Technologies
+
Dr. Jennifer Batamuliza
Inspiring change : Inside Dr. Batamuliza’s journey in empowering women in STEM
Our videos
Visit our Youtube Channel
+
University of Rwanda
Educate, learn and research in Rwanda with UR at the forefront
Quick figures
31,042
Student population
7
Colleges
87
Undergraduate Programmes
138
Postgraduate Programmes
EDUCATE, LEARN & RESEARCH IN RWANDA
WITH UR AT THE FOREFRONT
UR is actively pursuing solutions to urgent developmental challenges and is seeking meaningful, equitable, empowering, enlightening, and mutually beneficial partnerships to access global knowledge and expertise.
Why Choose UR ?
WE’RE ON THE RISE
Ranked in the world’s top 100 young universities
STUDENTS’ TESTIMONIES
The courses offered by UR are rated highly by students
FACTS & FIGURES
The University of Rwanda is a public research university
Academic Programmes
Application Portal
Research Publication
Campuses
News Updates
17-04-2026
Newly launched Centre for Genocide and Conflict Studies to strengthen fight against Genocide (…)
The University of Rwanda brought together government officials, researchers, academics, and activists for the launch of the Centre for (…)
31-03-2026
Excelling beyond academics : UR students shine in culture and creativity
UR students have once again demonstrated their excellence beyond the classroom, emerging as top performers at the National Cultural (…)
26-03-2026
Industry Connect Series set to empower UR students withs skills for dynamic tech careers
College of Science and Technology in partnership with the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, has launched the Industry Connect Series ; a (…)
See All News Updates>
Agricultural innovation
PhD research seeks to transform urban organic waste into sustainable agricultural (…)
Water Resources
A study reveals how coffee waste can provide a solution for clean water
Management
Award-winning research shows the role of international innovation hubs in Africa’s (…)
Water Resources
New research seeks to provide insights on safeguarding groundwater for communities
See All Research News >
Monthly Publication
The UR Insight;
a university newsletter
The UR Insight is our monthly newsletter, highlighting key events and
activities across the university. It showcases major achievements and
milestones in research and innovation, while also giving special
attention to student life.
Latest issue
Newsletter archives
Subscribe
Featured Events
THU
22
MAY
Kigali, Rwanda
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Australia-Africa Universities Network (AAUN) Africa
More Details
TUE
21
OCT
Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
International Association of Universities (IAU) International Conference 2025
More Details
22
MAY
Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Australia Africa Universities Network (AAUN)-Africa Forum 2025
More Details
See All Featured Events >
Projects / Programs
Featured Researcher
AI/IoT & Data Mining
+
Prof Damien Hanyurwimfura
How UR is shaping Rwanda’s tech future through IoT and research excellence
Women at UR
Emerging Technologies
+
Dr. Jennifer Batamuliza
Inspiring change : Inside Dr. Batamuliza’s journey in empowering women in STEM
Our videos
Visit our Youtube Channel
+
University of Rwanda
Educate, learn and research in Rwanda with UR at the forefront