Short Courses and Webometrics
Welcome to the Short Courses and Webometrics Department, where we combine innovation, expertise, and cutting-edge technology to offer dynamic learning opportunities and advance the field of webometrics. Our department is dedicated to providing high-quality short courses that cater to the diverse needs of professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in various areas.
Our short courses are crafted by industry experts and academic professionals who bring extensive experience and insight into their respective fields. From business and management to technology, health sciences, and beyond, our offerings span a wide spectrum of disciplines to cater to the diverse interests and career aspirations of our participants. Each course is carefully designed to deliver practical, relevant, and up-to-date content that empowers learners to succeed in their personal and professional endeavors.
In addition to our short courses, the Webometrics component of our department is actively engaged in research and development endeavors aimed at exploring the evolving dynamics of the web and its implications for academia, industry, and society at large. By leveraging innovative methodologies and leveraging big data analytics, our researchers contribute to the advancement of webometrics as a discipline while also informing strategic decision-making and policy development. Join us at the Short Courses and Webometrics Department as we explore new frontiers in learning, research, and digital innovation.
Introduction
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) is a premier institution providing excellent education, training, and research through integrating science, technology, and innovation into quality programs to meet the needs of a dynamic world. In collaboration with academic partners, MMUST has established a German Language Training Center with the mission of training participants in the German language to equip them for various roles requiring language proficiency.
The University will partner with several institutions in Kenya and Europe to support the Kenyan government’s vision of equipping Kenyans with skills towork abroad. MMUST aims to serve as a hub for equipping Kenyans to work in sectors such as the Blue Economy in Europe, as well as other areas outlined in various labour migration agreements.
German is widely spoken in countries like Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Luxembourg. By enrolling in MMUST's Language Center, you will be trained to meet the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) standards for language learning, assessment, and teaching up to the B1 level. This level is essential for obtaining a work visa in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Luxembourg. For university studies and specific professions, B2 and C1 certification may be required, and MMUST will arrange additional level training as needed.
Additionally, MMUST will partner with several German-based Ausbildung (apprenticeship) institutions to allow participants to choose vocational areas of interest and begin foundational training in these fields. Details about these programs will be communicated in due course.
Intake
Intakes into the program are staggered every two months as defined by the levels listed below
- Level A1; Level A2; or Level B1 only 27,000/=
- Level A2 to A2 or Level A2 to B1 27,000/=
- Level A1 to B1 27,000/=
Examination and Certification:
Upon completing the course, participants may take the B1 German language examination, administered by German government-recognized examining bodies. This certification is globally acknowledged and will greatly enhance graduates' employability prospects. Please note that this external examination has an additional cost, which participants are required to pay directly to the examining body.
For any questions about this program, please contact the course coordinator by email dochieno@mmust.ac.ke or fnabiswa@mmust.ac.ke .
