Welcome to the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs, Research and Student Affairs at Great Lakes University of Kisumu. The Academic Division is one of the two top functional organs of the Great Lakes University of Kisumu headed by Deputy Vice Chancellors.

The Academic Division strives to meet all the demands of our internal and external customers to their satisfaction. Over the years, the Academic Division has continued to be the driving force in the efficient and effective management of academic programmes. Our emphasis has been on market driven programmes and involvement of all stakeholders in development of new programmes. Our focus is to ensure the University remains a global University committed to scholarly excellence.

In the process of providing leadership in high-level manpower training, the Academic Division has a crucial role in meeting the dynamic needs of various players in the academic arena.  Our commitment is in developing managers and leaders who use global solutions to solve local problems.

Some of the roles of the office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Research and Student Affairs) include:

• Preparation of syllabus and regulations;
• Co-ordination of examinations;
• Coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate studies;
• Co-ordination of admissions;
• Academic staff training;

 

Sections under the DVC Academics Affairs and Research

• Directorate of Post Graduate Studies
• Centre for Research and Innovation
• Centre for Research &Extension
• Registrar Academic Affairs
• Campuses
• Directorates
• Institutes
• Faculties
• Dean of Students
• University Library
• Admissions Office

• Directorate of Quality Assurance