Welcome to
Clarke International University
Embracing a bold new era, Clarke International University (CIU) has evolved from its roots as International Health Sciences University (IHSU). This transformation reflects our commitment to innovation and diversity, with a curriculum that extends far beyond health sciences. After careful consideration and approval from the highest authorities, including the President's Office and the Speaker of the Ugandan Parliament, Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, we officially launched CIU on March 6th, 2018. This milestone marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, as we continue to shape the future of education and empower students to make a meaningful impact in their chosen fields.
Why CIU ?
Building on a rich legacy, Clarke International University (CIU) has evolved from its roots as International Health Sciences University (IHSU), a niche institution renowned for its excellence in health-related training. From humble beginnings as a Nursing School, IHSU expanded to encompass diverse schools, including the Institute of Public Health and Management, Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Family Medicine, ICT in Health, and the School of Nursing and Midwifery. While our curriculum has been innovative, its scope has been limited. Embracing a new brand identity, CIU is poised to diversify its program offerings, fostering continued growth and expansion. This transformation will accurately reflect our values-driven, interdisciplinary, and research-focused approach to education, encompassing areas like Health Sciences, Business, Applied Technology, Education, and more. Our inaugural School of Business and Applied Technology (SoBAT) is now accepting applications for its inaugural cohort, offering programs like the Bachelor of Business Administration, Postgraduate Diploma in Health Technology Innovation, and Certificate in Applied ICT & Leadership, starting April.
Why does the new name include Clarke?
The new logo represents CIU’s distinctiveness and features five important elements:
CLARKE: The name Clarke is an occupational name meaning Scholar, derived from a Clarke in the Holy Orders (Clarke Coat of Arms, 2017). The name also honors Dr. Ian Thomas Clarke’s roots and dedicated citizenship and leadership in transforming critical sectors in Uganda. The vision of the Clarke family is to impact Uganda through sustainable development. Over the years they have provided thousands of jobs in their various enterprises, and recognise the need for a values-based practical education as a foundation for employment. The name Clarke has been associated with community and sustainable development, not only in healthcare but also in business. It is, therefore, a fundamental expression of CIU’s identity/brand: a university committed to preparing responsible citizens and outstanding value-oriented scholars for leadership and transformation. The name will encompass current and future program and centers of excellence in disciplines dedicated to improving the quality of life for Ugandans.
THE SHIELD: The shield denotes CIU’s tripartite pillars of Teaching, Research, and Service. It is the motif of the university seal and signifies protection of knowledge generated, stored and
disseminated.
THE BEACON/FLAME SYMBOL: torch/light has always been a symbol of learning and leadership. It signifies that education is a process of stimulating the mind. It sparks ingenuity, creativity, passion, leadership, and determination. Here, our students can explore, discover, grow and accomplish their goals. The symbol unites the academic identity of CIU with its mission.
THE CIU MOTTO: Lead. Innovate. Transform: reflects our vision: A values-based university that inspires leadership, critical thinking, innovation, and outstanding academic training that transforms communities.
Est 2008: We were founded and licensed in 2008. We continue to celebrate an established and growing legacy of excellence in education, research, and service.
Of special note: CIU HASHTAG: #MakeAdifference:
Our hashtag symbolizes continuity and the primary outcome of our efforts. We hope that every student, faculty, alumni through their Leadership, Innovative action, and Transformational practices can make a difference.
disseminated.
THE BEACON/FLAME SYMBOL: torch/light has always been a symbol of learning and leadership. It signifies that education is a process of stimulating the mind. It sparks ingenuity, creativity, passion, leadership, and determination. Here, our students can explore, discover, grow and accomplish their goals. The symbol unites the academic identity of CIU with its mission.
THE CIU MOTTO: Lead. Innovate. Transform: reflects our vision: A values-based university that inspires leadership, critical thinking, innovation, and outstanding academic training that transforms communities.
Est 2008: We were founded and licensed in 2008. We continue to celebrate an established and growing legacy of excellence in education, research, and service.
Of special note: CIU HASHTAG: #MakeAdifference:
Our hashtag symbolizes continuity and the primary outcome of our efforts. We hope that every student, faculty, alumni through their Leadership, Innovative action, and Transformational practices can make a difference.
Vision
Our Vision For CIU
A values-based university that inspires leadership, critical thinking, innovation, and outstanding academic training that transforms communities.
Mission
CIU's Mission
To prepare students for global leadership and to be catalysts for transformation.
We achieve this mission through a Values-Based Education; Instilling in students a zeal for Lifelong Learning; Outstanding Interdisciplinary Academic Training, Research and Community Outreach; Innovative Action; and, Exceptional Faculty.
Our students and graduates are challenged and trusted with an important agenda: to strive for academic excellence; to lead change through innovative action and transformational practices that impact communities and improve lives. Their journey to making a difference starts here.
Our
Story
Clarke International University (CIU), formerly International Health Sciences University, has a rich history dating back to 2005 when Dr. Ian Thomas Clarke founded the institution with a vision to revolutionize healthcare education. The pioneering School of Nursing, established in 2005 with just 16 diploma students, aimed to transform the landscape of nursing education in Uganda. After receiving its provisional license in 2008, the university expanded its offerings to include bachelor's degrees in Nursing, Public Health, Allied Health, and Continuing Healthcare training. In 2018, CIU rebranded to embrace a broader scope, diversifying its programs beyond health sciences. Today, in addition to its esteemed health sciences schools, CIU proudly offers innovative programs through the School of Business and Applied Technology (SoBAT), empowering students to make a meaningful impact in various fields.
The Founders
The Clarke family have lived in Uganda for over thirty years, during which time they have been committed to the development of their adopted homeland. The vision of the Clarke family is to impact Uganda through sustainable development. Over the years they have provided thousands of jobs in their various enterprises, and recognise the need for a values-based practical education as a foundation for employment.
Clarke Group
Dr. Ian Clarke is the Chairman of Clarke Group Businesses which includes
projects in Agribusiness, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality and Philanthropy.
Healthcare
The Clarkes first developed Kiwoko Hospital, a Church of Uganda community based mission hospital in Nakaseke district, which has continued to offer subsidised services to the poor for over 28 years. When they first arrived in Kiwoko, Dr. Clarke said: It is truly incredible to be here, we are still finding it hard to imprint on our consciousness that we are actually in Uganda. The Ugandan people are really lovely, many of them will express appreciation of what you are trying to do. (Dr. Ian Clarke - 2/8/1988). Dr. Clarke has not stopped using his talent, resources and expertise to address some of Uganda’s pressing problems, particularly in the health Sector.
From Kiwoko, the family moved to Kampala, where Dr. Clarke started a private clinic known as International Medical Centre (IMC), which grew, over the next decade into International Medical Group (IMG), which includes International Hospital Kampala (IHK), International Medical Centers (now 22 clinics around the country) and IAA Healthcare (a health Insurance organisation with over 60,000 members). The goal has been to develop sustainable private healthcare in Uganda and improve the lives of Ugandans.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will the transcripts change?
All students admitted under IHSU up until February 2018, will be issued IHSU transcripts following graduation. The name International Health Sciences University will remain permanently gazetted and recognized and will not affect those transcripts (Including transcripts already issued to alumni). However, students admitted from August 2018 onwards will graduate with CIU transcripts. In addition, accreditation of programs will not change. The university will secure a certificate of No Change in Entity which reflects that only the name of the university has changed but the entity remains the same. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni will all be required to indicate on their resume the change of name. For example Clarke International University (Formerly International Health Sciences University). OR: International Health Sciences University (Currently Clarke International University).
What is the timeline for the new change?
Although the official launch of the brand took place on the 6 th of March, extensive administrative and documentation/material changes will roll out over the next few months. We anticipate this will take approximately six months.
I’m a current or incoming student, is my program changing?
No, the name change will not affect your degree program or coursework. Only the university name will change. As I mentioned, as a current student, you will complete coursework in your existing program.
I’m an IHSU alumnus, how does this affect me?
As an alumnus of IHSU, this change will not affect your transcripts or diploma. As noted above, IHSU will remain gazetted and permanently recognized. Alumni may need to include “formerly IHSU as or currently CIU” on their resumes as necessary. Should you encounter a problem, the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) can always intervene and support where necessary.
What other changes will be made pertaining to the name change?
Expect to see both the IHSU and CIU name on documents, web pages, syllabi, business cards, signs, etc. over the next few months while our staff continues to work towards the name change transitions. All administrative changes are expected to be complete by the beginning of the August 2018 semester.
Dr. Rose Clarke Nanyonga
All students admitted under IHSU up until February 2018, will be issued IHSU transcripts following graduation. The name International Health Sciences University will remain permanently gazetted and recognized and will not affect those transcripts (Including transcripts already issued to alumni). However, students admitted from August 2018 onwards will graduate with CIU transcripts. In addition, accreditation of programs will not change. The university will secure a certificate of No Change in Entity which reflects that only the name of the university has changed but the entity remains the same. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni will all be required to indicate on their resume the change of name. For example Clarke International University (Formerly International Health Sciences University). OR: International Health Sciences University (Currently Clarke International University).
What is the timeline for the new change?
Although the official launch of the brand took place on the 6 th of March, extensive administrative and documentation/material changes will roll out over the next few months. We anticipate this will take approximately six months.
I’m a current or incoming student, is my program changing?
No, the name change will not affect your degree program or coursework. Only the university name will change. As I mentioned, as a current student, you will complete coursework in your existing program.
I’m an IHSU alumnus, how does this affect me?
As an alumnus of IHSU, this change will not affect your transcripts or diploma. As noted above, IHSU will remain gazetted and permanently recognized. Alumni may need to include “formerly IHSU as or currently CIU” on their resumes as necessary. Should you encounter a problem, the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) can always intervene and support where necessary.
What other changes will be made pertaining to the name change?
Expect to see both the IHSU and CIU name on documents, web pages, syllabi, business cards, signs, etc. over the next few months while our staff continues to work towards the name change transitions. All administrative changes are expected to be complete by the beginning of the August 2018 semester.
Dr. Rose Clarke Nanyonga
We are accepting applications for all courses.
University Resources
Visit Our Campuses
- Kawagga Close, off Kalungi Road, Muyenga Block 244 | Plot 8244 Bukasa Kyadondo
- P.O.Box 7782 Kampala-Uganda