• Kabarak University Online stretches to various Schools, under the “fully online programmes” label.

Kabarak University welcomed the digital specs with the establishment of Kabarak University Online (KABUO) in November 2018. Over time, KABUO has worked towards offering quality, student-centered, online programs through state-of-the-art ICTs and online teaching facilities and tactics.

Later, the Commission for University Education (CUE) accredited Kabarak University Online to offer blended and fully online programmes.

Under the headship of the Director Prof. Simon M. Karume, KABUO students and scholars have continued to enjoy an avenue towards knowledge-based higher education. The directorate ensures manageable class sizes.

Prof. Simon M. Karume, the Director, Kabarak University Online. (Photo/Courtesy: Jimmy Mburu)

“We offer quality, learner-centered and market-driven online programs to students through the use of cutting-edge ICT’s and online pedagogical approaches. We work closely with potential students, employers, and other stakeholders in the identification, development, and deployment of online programs,” stated Prof. Karume.

Kabarak University boasts a vigorous set of learning technologies that transform the dream of quality online learning into a reality. KABUO applies Moodle course management system (CMS), which allows for the assessment of course materials, interaction with instructors and classmates, and submission of assignments.

KABUO also beholds assessment and plagiarism apparatus like Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor and URKUND plagiarism checker, which promote academic integrity and honesty.

Other online tools include Zoom for video conferencing, online library access for research, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) for efficient course registration, fee management, and student support services.

Kabarak University Online stretches to various Schools, under the “fully online programmes” label.

Within the School of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, KABUO offers fully online programmes such as Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Master of Education in Curriculum Studies, Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling, Master of Education in Management and Leadership of Education, Bachelor of Education (Arts), Bachelor of Arts in Chaplaincy, and Bachelor of Theology.

In the School of Business and Economics, it houses fully online tutorship with programmes like Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration, Doctor of Philosophy in Finance, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Finance, Master of Science in Project Management, Master of Science in Human Resource Management, Master of Organizational Development, Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance, Bachelor of Commerce, and Diploma in Business Management.

The School of Science, Engineering, and Technology offers fully online programmes, which include a Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology (IT), a Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology (IT) Security and Audit, a Master of Science in Information Technology, a Master of Science in Information Technology (IT) Security and Audit, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

The School of Music and Media also embraces fully online programmes such as Doctor of Philosophy in Music, Master of Music Education, Master of Music Composition, and Bachelor of Music Theory and Composition as well as bachelor of mass communication and postgraduate diploma in mass communication on blended modes.

Kabarak University Online also takes pride in the Kabarak University ICT Digital Skills Courses. In efforts to bridge the gap of lack of appropriate skills demanded by the job market, KABUO offers courses like Robotics and Industrial Automation, Drones Design and Technology, Modern Design and Fabrication, Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), Mobile Application Programming, Data Science, and Cyber Security.

On top of meeting all the admission requirements, prospective students ought to meet technological thresholds accumulating to having a reliable computing device (Desktop or Laptop), a reliable internet connection, a reliable power source, a reliable audio device (headphones or earphones), and a reliable webcam.

Would you be interested in learning at KABUO?