Academic offerings include 130 Undergraduate , 10 postgraduate, and more than 100 in-major specializations
Academic offerings include 130 Undergraduate , 10 postgraduate, and more than 100 in-major specializations
Established in 1997, Umma University stands as Kenya’s pioneering Islamic institution of higher education. Initially recognized as Thika College for Sharia and Islamic Studies, it was established by Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sumait, a Kuwaiti medical professional.
In 2007, it earned accreditation from the Commission for Higher Education, enabling it to offer diploma programs in Islamic Sharia and Studies. Subsequently,
Umma University formed a partnership with the International University of Africa to extend its offerings to bachelor’s degree programs. In 2013, the university received a Letter of Interim Authority.
In 2019, it was officially chartered by President Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta, marking its transformation into Umma University. Diverse academic pursuits characterize Umma University’s curriculum, including The School of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Sharia and Islamic Studies, School of Law and Shari’a, School of Business and Technology and the School of Education and Social Sciences. Umma University boasts a vast alumni network of successful graduates.
As part of its commitment to academic excellence, the university continually explores opportunities to introduce additional postgraduate and undergraduate programs in the foreseeable future.
The University of Excellence in Higher Education and Innovative Technology Based on High Moral Values.
To Provide Quality University Education and Training Through Nurturing and Promoting Creative and Innovative, Transmission and Integration of Knowledge and Technology In Order To Produce Holistic Graduates Of High Value And Integrity
The philosophy of Umma University is based on Islamic values with emphasis on total development of individual talent, moral rectitude, hard work and competitiveness so as to encourage excellence in all spheres of life. It is also based on furtherance of the Islamic principles while promoting peaceful co-existence between people who profess different faiths
Umma University is committed to excellence in higher education, research and innovation based on Islamic values, working towards meeting stakeholders’ needs and exceeding their expectations.
The University shall satisfy all applicable requirements and regularly monitor and review its performance for continual improvement of the Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2015. The top management shall ensure QMS is integrated into the University Processes and promote the use of process approach and risk-based thinking.
The policy and related quality objectives shall be reviewed and revised periodically as applicable.