General Presentation

Livingstone University College (LUC) is a higher education institution, accredited by Ministerial Order OM No. 610/381 of 27/03/2018, with the opening of 7 departments distributed across two faculties.

The university is named after the famous Dr. David Livingstone, a physician, missionary and visionary who dedicated his life to the exploration and service of Africa.

Address: B.P 6215 Bujumbura, Burundi, Africa

LUC Campus

Vision, Mission and Objectives

Our Vision

Livingstone University College is a higher education institution founded on theory and practice, oriented towards solving problems in professional life, community, society and issues of Christian Churches in Burundi and elsewhere in the world.

Our Mission

To transform students for character development through varied academic and professional programs, with the aim of glorifying God and effectively serving the sustainable economic, social and cultural development of Burundi and humanity.

Our Values

"Believe in God - Do Good - Think Positively"

These three pillars guide our educational approach and our commitment to each student.

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University Leadership

Dr. Siméon Nikobari

Dr. Siméon Nikobari

PhD & ED - Current Rector

Under the enlightened leadership of Dr. Siméon Nikobari, Livingstone University College pursues its mission to train competent and upright leaders, capable of contributing positively to the development of Burundian and global society.

Dr. Nikobari brings a progressive vision combining academic excellence, Christian values and community engagement.

Career Opportunities

Career prospects for our graduates

  • Immediate Employability

    LUC graduates are directly employable in various local and international institutions.

  • Further Studies - Master's

    Those who meet the required conditions can pursue Master's programs at partner universities.

  • Doctoral Studies

    Top students can even pursue doctoral studies to become experts in their field.

  • Entrepreneurship

    Our programs also prepare students to create and successfully manage their own businesses.

Partnerships

LUC Partnership

Collaboration with Amahoro Hospital

An agreement has been concluded between LUC University and the Amahoro Hospital of the Anglican Church of Birimba in Rumonge.

This partnership allows our students to complete practical internships, in accordance with the collaboration agreement jointly signed between the two institutions.

This partnership illustrates our commitment to providing practical and applicable training to our students.

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