KUHeS puts Malawi on the global university rankings map
KUHeS puts Malawi on the global university rankings map
KUHeS puts Malawi on the global university rankings map In its maiden appearance in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) has broken into Africa’s top 40 universities, ranking 39th on the continent and 9th in the Southern African Region.
KUHeS has been placed in the 1201–1400 in the global universities ranking band, an edition that covers 2297 universities across 118 countries.
THE assesses institutions on teaching, research, international outlook and engagement with industry.
“For the first time, Albania and Malawi appeared in the rankings, with the University of Tirana and Kamuzu University of Health Sciences joining the list. In total, 2,297 universities from 118 countries and territories feature in the 2027 rankings,” reads part of the information on THE website.
KUHeS recorded an overall score in the 30.5–33.2 range. Its individual pillar scores were 22.3 for teaching, 24.3 for research environment, 41.8 for research quality, 30.8 for industry and 58.3 for international outlook.
The university’s 58.3 score for international outlook is one of the notable features of its ranking profile which reflects the institution’s ability to connect with the wider global academic community.
For KUHeS, this is particularly significant as it establishes itself as a regional and international centre of excellence for health sciences education, research and innovation.
The university also recorded a 41.8 score for research quality, a performance that reflects the strength, output and impact of its research, demonstrating the growing contribution of KUHeS research to the wider academic and health sciences community.
In its global ranking band KUHeS is ranked alongside a number of established African universities, including Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana, Mekelle University in Ethiopia, Mohammed V University of Rabat in Morocco, Osun State University in Nigeria and Durban University of Technology in South Africa, among others.
KUHeS Vice Chancellor Professor Macpherson Mallewa described the ranking as a significant achievement further saying the ranking should be viewed not simply as an accolade, but as an opportunity for the university to build on its achievements and strengthen its contribution to research, teaching and healthcare in Malawi and beyond.
“The individual scores show that KUHeS has areas of relative strength, particularly in international outlook and research quality, while teaching and the research environment remain important areas for continued institutional development.
“KUHeS, will continue to build on its first appearance in the global rankings and translate the recognition into sustained improvements in research output, teaching quality, international collaboration and engagement with industry and other partners,” he said.
KUHeS’s performance demonstrates that a specialised institution can establish a measurable presence within a continental ranking system that evaluates universities across several institutional functions.
KAMUZU UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES THIRD CONGREGATION
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is pleased to inform graduands, parents, guardians, and members of the general public that the University’s Third Graduation Ceremony will be held in two sessions as follows: Congregation A will be held on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, while Congregation B will be held mid-April 2027. Further details regarding Congregation B will be communicated in due course.
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5th RDC SECOND CALL FOR RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ABSTRACTS
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is thrilled to announce the 5th KUHeS Research Dissemination Conference, taking place from Wednesday, 30th September to Friday, 2nd October 2026 at the prestigious Amaryllis Hotel, Blantyre, Malawi.
This conference stands as Malawi’s leading platform for ground breaking research, innovation and transformative discussions. It brings together scientists, innovators, public health professionals, and policy-makers from around the world to tackle pressing health challenges through multidisciplinary research, innovation, and collaboration.
The theme for this year’s conference is Advancing Economic Development through Multidisciplinary Health Research and Innovation KUHeS, therefore invites researchers, innovators, scholars, and professionals to submit their abstracts in the following thematic areas:
For more information please download RDC Second Call for Symposium Abstract below
NOTICE OF ANNUAL TUITION FEE ADJUSTMENT
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) wishes to inform all students, parents, guardians, and the general public that during its 15th Ordinary Meeting held on 26 March 2026, the University Council approved a revision of annual tuition fees for generic undergraduate students following a recommendation from the University Senate.
Effective next academic year, 2027/2028 the annual tuition fee for generic undergraduate students will increase from K1,000,000.00 to K2,000,000.00.
In making this decision, KUHeS Council noted that tuition fees for generic undergraduate students were last reviewed in 2023. Since then, the operating environment has significantly changed making the current fee structure unsustainable.
The review was informed by several factors, including:
i. The need to align student financial contributions more closely with the actual cost of providing quality university education and training.
ii. The significant increase in the cost of teaching and learning due to persistent inflation, the depreciation of the Malawi Kwacha, and rising operational expenses
The University further wishes to clarify that this announcement applies only to generic undergraduate students. Revised tuition fees for other student categories will be communicated separately after the relevant approval processes have been concluded.
KUHeS appreciates the continued support and understanding of students, parents, guardians, and all stakeholders as the University works to fulfil its mandate of producing highly qualified health professionals through excellence in education, research, innovation, and service.
For enquiries:
The Registrar,
Kamuzu University of Health Science,
Private Bag 360,
Blantyre 3.
Email: registrar@kuhes.ac.mw
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FIRST CALL FOR RESEARCH AND INNOVATION ABSTRACTS 5TH KUHES RDC
The theme for this year’s conference is Advancing Economic Development through Multidisciplinary Health Research and Innovation.
Submission deadline: Friday, 31st July 2026
Submit Online: https://rdc.kuhes.ac.mw
2025/2026 ACADEMIC YEAR INTAKE FOR MATURE ENTRY AND ECONOMIC FEE PAYING PROGRAMMES (READVERTISED)
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Council is pleased to announce the names of candidates who have been selected to two Mature Entry and MBBS Economic Fee paying degree programme offered by the University for the 2025/2026 Academic Year. The total number of students selected is 59 comprising 17 Males (28%) and 42 Females (72%). This also includes 5 International Students.
The Council congratulates all the successful candidates. The Academic Year will commence on 8th June 2026, and admission letters will be sent to the emails of the successful candidates.
Please note that all payments to the University should be made through the University FDH bank account using student registration numbers provided in your admission letters.
For further information please contact the Admissions Office through admissions@kuhes.ac.mw and for queries please contact the Registrar through registrar@kuhes.ac.mw.
The names of the successful candidates are as follows:
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR ADMISSION IN POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES UNDER BEGINNINGS FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MoH) is implementing activities under the Beginnings Fund, which aims to strengthen Human Resources for Health (HRH) training in Malawi. As part of this initiative, scholarships are being offered to eligible candidates to undergo postgraduate training in Paediatrics and Child Health, Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. The qualified candidates to undergo training in the following postgraduate programs will join the September 2026 intake.
Prospective applicants and interested stakeholders are encouraged to download the advertisement below for full details.
RELEASE OF 2025/2026 ACADEMIC YEAR INTAKE FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences Council is pleased to announce the names of candidates who have been selected to various undergraduate degree programmes offered by the University for the 2025/2026 Academic Year. The candidates were chosen on the basis of merit after meeting all the requirements for admission to the relevant programmes. There were 830 students selected in total, 372 of whom were males (44.8%) and 458 of whom were females (55.2%). Thirteen (13) international students are also a part of the candidates selected. Commencement dates for the 2025/2026 Academic Year shall be announced in due course. The admission letters shall be sent to successful candidate’s email address or may be collected at the University’s campuses in Blantyre and Lilongwe. For further information, please contact the Registrar’s office through email (registrar@kuhes.ac.mw).
Please note that all payments to the University should be made through the University FDH bank account using registration numbers provided in your admission letters.
The KUHeS Council extends its congratulations to all the successful candidates. The names of the successful candidates are as follows:
PRESS RELEASE
2026/2027 POSTGRADUATE SELECTION FOR ADMISSION INTO VARIOUS KUHeS PROGRAMMES
(MARCH 2026 INTAKE)
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is pleased to announce the names of following candidates who have been selected to pursue various postgraduate degree programmes offered by the University for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. The candidates fulfilled all the requirements for admission into the respective programmes. KUHeS congratulates all the successful candidates.
The press release can be accessed and downloaded by clicking the link below.
MATURE ENTRY INTAKE FOR THE 2025/2026ACADEMIC YEAR (RE ADVERTISEMENT)
SCHOOL OF MATERNAL NEONATAL IN REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND SCHOOL OF NURSING
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for admission into its full time mature entry programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic year starting in June 2026 for the various programs of which some are offering scholarships for local successful candidates. (Candidates who already applied do not have to re-apply)
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