Office of the DVC-IDRI
Institutional Development, Research, and Innovation at the University of Kigali (UoK): Pioneering Research-Led Growth in Africa
In the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, UoK is committed to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation through Institutional Development, Research, and Innovation (IDRI), a unit, headed by DVC-IDRI.
As a University with a vision to become a research-led institution, we recognise the critical role of integrating research with teaching to drive academic excellence and societal impact. We stand at the forefront of our efforts to transform educational practices and cultivate groundbreaking research, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within the region.
The Structure of IDRI
The Institutional Development, Research, and Innovation Office at UoK is organised into three key areas: Institutional Development, Research, and Innovation. Each area plays a vital role in achieving our mission and vision.
1. Institutional Development
Grant Application
Short Courses
Resource Mobilization
Partnership
2. Research
Research Active Staff Profiles
Institutional Journal
Research Communities of Scholarship
Conferences and Seminars
UCHEP (University Certificate in Higher Education Practice)
Staff Seminar Series
3. Innovation
University Enterprise Business Center, is a dynamic and innovative training center that supports entrepreneurship and business development at UoK and in Rwanda. It provides resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs for our student hub and youth in Rwanda, with the objective of creating jobs and youth empowerment.
Facilitating the translation of academic research into practical applications that benefit industry and society. This includes partnerships with businesses to apply research findings to real-world challenges and via startups.
Ensuring that the knowledge generated at our University is accessible to the broader community through open access publications, public lectures, and community outreach programmes.
Encouraging and supporting innovative projects led by students, fostering a culture of creativity and problem-solving from an early stage in their academic careers.