The Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree program offered by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) in the College of Engineering and Technology has earned international recognition under the Washington Accord.
This latest Washington Accord accreditation places the JKUAT program on the global stage, ensuring its graduates meet internationally benchmarked engineering education standards.
The recognition, which will be valid for a five-year term, is a significant achievement that affirms JKUAT’s curriculum meets the rigorous global standards set by the Washington Accord, an agreement among leading engineering accreditation bodies worldwide.
As a result, graduates from the program will now enjoy enhanced career mobility, as their qualifications are recognized in member countries.
The accreditation strengthens JKUAT’s reputation as a center of excellence in engineering education, as well as provides students with increased opportunities for international collaboration, postgraduate studies and employment in globally competitive industries.
Responding to the milestone achievement, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Victoria Ngumi, said it reaffirms the university commitment to produce world-class engineers equipped with the skills required to drive innovation and solve complex engineering challenges worldwide.
“This is a great honor to us and a privilege to know that the resources we have put in the training of engineering students has led to international recognition,” said Prof. Ngumi in a speech read on her behalf by the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs, Prof. Robert Kinyua.
The Vice Chancellor stated that the accreditation underscores the institution’s dedication to maintaining high academic and professional standards in engineering education. Prof. Ngumi appreciated “Engineers Board of Kenya for believing and trusting our systems to deliver internationally recognized academic programs.”
Speaking during the Washington Accord Accreditation assessment meeting, EBK, Board Chairman, Eng. Erastus K. Mwongera lauded JKUAT’s significant step towards the recognition of its engineering program saying “the commitment demonstrated by the university is commendable.”
Eng. Mwongera said proactive approach is crucial in ensuring that graduates meet the standards required for registration by the Board.
The Chairman of the EAC, Eng. Prof. Sylvester Abuodha, lauded JKUAT for recognizing the important role of the Engineering Accreditation Committee in ensuring compliance with engineering education standards.
Eng. Prof. Abuodha stated that the evaluation is an international requirement, ensuring that engineering programs undergo assessment for recognition by the competent authority responsible for accrediting engineering education.
Meanwhile, the Engineers Board of Kenya recently conducted an assessment of the BSc. Water and Environmental Engineering program to ensure it meets the set standards and quality for engineering education.
The evaluation, carried out by the Engineering Accreditation Committee (EAC) of EBK, examined various aspects of the program, including curriculum structure, faculty qualifications, and laboratory facilities.
