The University of Rwanda (UR) has announced
a call for applications for the Master of Science in Biotechnology for the 2026
academic year. This program is offered in partnership with European
Universities and the EU through the Kwigira program, with financial backing
from the Bank of Kigali (BK) Foundation.
Programme Overview
- Focus Areas: Health, environment,
agriculture, and veterinary medicine.
- Duration: 2 years.
- Mode of Attendance: Daily
theoretical and practical classes.
- Location: UR College of Science and
Technology (CST), Nyarugenge Campus.
Entry Requirements
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in
Medicine, Life Sciences (including Pharmacy and Biomedical Lab Sciences),
Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science,
Agriculture, or related fields.
- Nationality: Applicants must be
Rwandan.
- Language: Ability to speak, write,
and understand English.
- Added Value: Having at least one
peer-reviewed publication.
Funding and Selection
- Scholarships: 27 partial
scholarship positions are available.
- Tuition: The tuition fees for
admitted students will be fully covered.
- Expenses: The program does not
cover a stipend; students are responsible for their own living costs.
- Selection: Candidates will be
assessed based on submitted documents, followed by an oral interview for
shortlisted applicants.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: February
27th, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
- Intake: April 2026.
- Interviews/Start Date: To be
communicated.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following in PDF
format:
- Cover letter (Motivation letter).
- Updated CV.
- Copy of National ID or Passport.
- Undergraduate degree and transcripts (Notarized copies required
for admission).
- Two recommendation letters (one academic, one
employer/supervisor).
- Professional license and working certificate, if applicable.
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Application Process
- Access the UR Website at www.ur.ac.rw.
- Navigate to the Applicant Portal and select "New
Application".
- Complete the Biographical Form to obtain a "Student ID
Reference Number".
- Create a 5-digit PIN.
- Upload all documents via the dedicated link:
https//pgfile.ur.ac.rw/pgfile/findme.php.
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