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Scott Christian University

Scott Christian University

Kenya

scott.ac.ke

About

Scott Christian University, located in Machakos, Kenya, is a private Christian institution renowned for its strong foundation in theological education and commitment to developing Christian leaders. While its roots are deeply in theology and biblical studies, it also offers robust programs in business administration, education, and community development, all integrated with Christian values. International students can expect a supportive and community-oriented environment, with all programs taught in English, fostering a global perspective within a faith-based setting. The university's distinctive characteristic is its unwavering dedication to equipping students for ministry and service across various professional fields, guided by a strong spiritual ethos.

Background

Scott Christian University (SCU) is a private Christian university in Machakos, Kenya. History Scott is the National Theological College of the Africa Inland Church (AIC) in Kenya inaugurated in 1962 Its purpose was and still is to provide training for Church ministries at a more advanced academic level than was available through most of the Bible schools here in Kenya Though affiliated to AIC, it has existed to serve all the evangelical Churches in East and Central Africa and even beyond Until 1982 it was offering Diplomas in Theology However, in 1986, Scott began offering Bachelor of Theology Degree (B Th.) In 1979 Scott was chartered by the Accrediting Council of Theological Education in Africa (ACTEA) and later in 1997, it was chartered by the Government of Kenya now operating under the Commission for Higher Education (CHE). In 2006 the university was re-inspected and granted a certificate as an affirmation of quality assurance This dual accreditation has ensured high quality education which is recognized world wide.It was established by the Africa Inland Mission in 1962 as Scott Theological College (STC), and named after AIM's founder, Peter Cameron...

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Location

Quick facts

Country
Kenya
City
Machakos
Founded
1962
Source: Wikidata
Type
Private
Website
scott.ac.ke
Source: Wikidata

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