For years, Zamda Hussein assumed AKU's academic programmes were entirely focused on health sciences. One day, a Ward Education Officer walked into her office with an admissions flier on the Master of Education programme. Following a thorough review of the curriculum and her desire to pursue a Master's degree, Zamda applied to AKU.
“I faced various issues during the application process and almost gave up, but a colleague assisted me in submitting the online application. I was also late for the admissions interview owing to transportation issues. When I received the acceptance letter, I literally wept with joy."
Zamda was fortunate to get a scholarship from the Foundations for Learning (F4L) project, which helped relieve her financial load. She embraced innovative learning and self-directed study by leveraging the tools provided by the Institute for Educational Development, East Africa.
“I encountered the practical side of learning extending that went beyond typical classrooms. The inclusive and accommodating environment, combined with the supportive staff, created a sense of belonging. The emphasis on workshops, training, and research broadened my knowledge while also preparing me to be an effective teacher."
Zamda hopes to further her studies and become a facilitator who promotes reflective teaching practices, education leadership, and the creation of a makerspace in the classroom. Her AKU journey, she claims, “shaped her into a confident and competent educator poised to contribute to the evolving landscape of education".
For years, Zamda Hussein assumed AKU's academic programmes were entirely focused on health sciences. One day, a Ward Education Officer walked into her office with an admissions flier on the Master of Education programme. Following a thorough review of the curriculum and her desire to pursue a Master's degree, Zamda applied to AKU.
“I faced various issues during the application process and almost gave up, but a colleague assisted me in submitting the online application. I was also late for the admissions interview owing to transportation issues. When I received the acceptance letter, I literally wept with joy."
Zamda was fortunate to get a scholarship from the Foundations for Learning (F4L) project, which helped relieve her financial load. She embraced innovative learning and self-directed study by leveraging the tools provided by the Institute for Educational Development, East Africa.
“I encountered the practical side of learning extending that went beyond typical classrooms. The inclusive and accommodating environment, combined with the supportive staff, created a sense of belonging. The emphasis on workshops, training, and research broadened my knowledge while also preparing me to be an effective teacher."
Zamda hopes to further her studies and become a facilitator who promotes reflective teaching practices, education leadership, and the creation of a makerspace in the classroom. Her AKU journey, she claims, “shaped her into a confident and competent educator poised to contribute to the evolving landscape of education".