East Africa University Rwanda (EAUR) welcomed a delegation of students from the International Technical School of Kigali (ITSK) as part of an educational study tour aimed at exposing learners to higher education opportunities and strengthening the connection between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and university education.
The visit provided students pursuing studies in Tourism and Hospitality with an opportunity to explore EAUR’s academic environment and learn about potential pathways for advancing their education at university level.
Speaking during an interview with EAUR Vibes Radio, Nsengimana Noel, a teacher at the International Technical School of Kigali, explained that the university was selected because of its academic programmes, which are closely related to the fields taught at ITSK, particularly Tourism, Hospitality and Journalism.
He noted that one of the main objectives of the visit was to address students’ questions about their future academic opportunities, especially whether the practical and technical skills they acquire through TVET programmes can provide a foundation for further studies at university.
“Our students often ask whether the programmes they are pursuing through TVET can allow them to continue their education at university level. We chose to visit East Africa University Rwanda to help them understand that the knowledge and skills they are acquiring today can open doors to further academic opportunities,” Nsengimana said.
He further explained that the study tour was designed to give students practical exposure to different destinations and institutions in Kigali, while helping them understand how their current training connects with future career and educational opportunities.
Sharing her perspective, Teta Jasmin, one of the students in the delegation, described Tourism as an exciting and rewarding field that creates opportunities for cultural exchange, social interaction and personal development.
She highlighted that the sector allows people to meet individuals from different backgrounds and nationalities, build friendships and gain valuable experiences through interactions with different communities.
Teta also emphasised the economic importance of tourism, noting that it contributes to national development through revenue generation and initiatives such as Rwanda’s Visit Rwanda campaign.
She encouraged young people interested in exploring different cultures, meeting new people and contributing to the country’s development to consider pursuing studies and careers in Tourism.
“Tourism is fun, adventurous and gives you opportunities to interact with different people and nationalities. You get to make friends, learn about other cultures and gain experiences. I would encourage young people to join the tourism sector because it is also one of the important sources of revenue for our country,” she said.
EAUR’s programmes in Tourism and Hospitality, as well as Journalism and Mass Communication, made it a relevant destination for the delegation, offering students an opportunity to discover how their areas of interest can be developed further through university education.
The visit reflects the importance of connecting technical and vocational training with higher education, enabling students to make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.
Through such educational engagements, East Africa University Rwanda continues to provide opportunities for learners to discover its academic environment, explore potential study pathways and appreciate the role of higher education in developing their knowledge and professional skills.
