Centre for Modern Languages
Message from the Director
We run language programmes for people at all levels and from a wide variety of backgrounds. Whether or not English is your first language, we will help you learn to communicate more effectively. The centre also offers other international languages apart from English. They include; Chinese, French, and Kiswahili.
CML helps individuals, businesses, NGOs, and government agencies achieve their language proficiency goals.
We believe that language is more than just language – it is a cultural transmitter. Language and communication are essential for close relationships between people: for mutual understanding, social interaction, and fruitful business contacts. We believe that this knowledge and passion can contribute to strengthening the relationships between people and organizations in an intercultural environment.
Our Language Centre helps people develop their language proficiency and intercultural sensitivity.
Our Certificate Programmes
I am delighted to share with you details of our certificate programs, carefully designed to meet the diverse needs of our community:
CML English Proficiency Certificate
A program that prepares non-native English speakers for an internationally recognized certificate. The program covers the four skills of English (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
CML is also a certified preparatory centre for International language testing for;
- a) IELTS
The International English Language Testing System is a popular English language proficiency test. (Offered in corroboration with British Council- Rwanda)
- b) TOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a standardized test to measure the English language ability of non-native speakers wishing to enroll in English-speaking universities.
- c) Cambridge English
A Cambridge English qualification that demonstrates a high level of English proficiency. It’s considered the highest level of qualification and is required for some academic and professional environments.
Other tests include; Duolingo, PTE, and GRE.
CML recognizes that Chinese language has become lucrative due to the opportunities offer to those who are fluent in it. These include; Scholarships, work opportunities, translation services, to mention but a few. Chinese is one of the most influential world languages to date. We are therefore ready to offer our students who have great interest in the Chinese language and culture an opportunity to further their study here.
We offer a wide range of French courses designed to suit every need and availability. You can learn French the classic way with our general courses or focus on a specific theme. The Center, with its alliance with ETS Global, will also give opportunities to those who want to take International Certificates in French.
The course provides a thorough introduction to contemporary Swahili. Students will have to cover basic grammatical constructions and acquired an essential working vocabulary allowing them to communicate within a limited range of situations in which learners are likely to find themselves.
The Center for Modern Languages has organized a course that can help anyone interested to learn Kinyarwanda in 4 months. The course is intended for non natives who wish to get around places in Rwanda with ease. International students and staff who intend to stay in Rwanda for a considerable period would highly benefit from this course.
These courses reflect our commitment to providing high-quality education and training opportunities. Our short courses typically run for 4 to 6 months, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Thank you for considering our programs. We are proud of the positive impact they have on individuals and institutions across Rwanda. I look forward to welcoming you to our center and discussing how we can support your educational journey.
Warm regards,
Professor Prince Wasajja Kiwanuka
Director, Centre for Modern Languages
University of Kigali
Our Ethos
Vision
Our vision is to connect people of different cultures and backgrounds by enhancing their knowledge of languages and helping them achieve success in their personal and professional lives.
Mission
Our vision is to connect people of different cultures and backgrounds by enhancing their knowledge of languages and helping them achieve success in their personal and professional lives.
Values
We always put our students’ needs FIRST.
All programs and activities at CML are designed based on an analysis of the learning needs of our students. We visualize how their daily lives are, what challenges they face when communicating, and what are their learning motivations and goals. Their profile then becomes our reference to create relevant and effective programs.
We prioritize our credibility as an inspiring language training centre.
We always maintain an exemplary image as a centre for creative learning as well as an inspiring place to understand other languages and cultures.
We always maintain an exemplary image as a centre for creative learning as well as an inspiring place to understand other languages and cultures.
We are a solid work team to dedicate our time, energy, expertise, and thoughts to provide the best learning and services for our students and service users. We guarantee that what they entrust to us will provide the best benefits. Working with love is our greatest motivation for growth.
We respect and celebrate every difference and uniqueness.
We adhere to the principle that every individual has a unique and different background. We respect that every individual has a different culture, education, interests, and talents as well as perspective. At CML, we value the openness of heart and mind and consider that differences are something worth celebrating because they make us richer and happier.
We understand everyone deserves the opportunity to grow and advance.
CML was founded on the dream of seeing progress in every individual regardless of their circumstances. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone around us has an equal opportunity to improve. Being happy to share is one of the qualities in the soul of our organization.
We commit to sustainability and social responsibility.
Our commitment to the sustainable development of our community is a large part of our culture at CML We aim to benefit our society not only in the sustainability of our environment but also in the development of our society. We seek to raise awareness of the environment (Green economy) by integrating it into our curriculum. We also focus on community involvement and engagement in most of our activities.