Programs We Offer

American System

This program offers an alternative curriculum based on the American educational system.  It can be attractive to students pursuing further education in the US or seeking an American-style learning experience.

Cambridge (IGCSE)

This internationally recognized program offers a rigorous and well-rounded curriculum beyond the national curriculum.  Emphasizing critical thinking, research skills, and global perspectives, helps in preparing students for top universities worldwide.

Commercial Education

This program focuses on business and commerce-related subjects such as accounting, marketing, finance, and international trade.  Students develop skills in bookkeeping, business administration, and can potentially pursue careers in banking, sales, or entrepreneurship.

General Education

This core curriculum provides a strong foundation in subjects like mathematics, science, English, history, and social studies.  Students develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills essential for further education and life in general.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

This internationally recognized program offers a rigorous and well-rounded curriculum beyond the national curriculum.  Emphasizing critical thinking, research skills, and global perspectives, helps in preparing students for top universities worldwide.

Technical Education

This program equips students with practical skills and knowledge relevant to specific trades.  Imagine workshops for carpentry, welding, auto mechanics, or computer networking, preparing graduates for immediate employment or further technical training.

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Finance

This program will provide a strong foundation in core business principles like accounting, marketing, and management, with a specialization in finance. Courses can cover areas like:

    * Financial markets and institutions

    * Investment analysis

    * Corporate finance

    * Financial modeling

Additional Considerations:

International Focus: St. Mary’s international orientation will be a major advantage. We offer courses that explore international finance, global markets, and the impact of economic policies on different regions. 

Entrepreneurship: A minor or concentration in entrepreneurship will be a valuable addition, equipping students with the skills to start and manage their own businesses.

FinTech Integration:  Considering the growing importance of technology in finance, incorporating courses on FinTech (financial technology) will be highly relevant. This covers areas like blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and online payment systems.

Software Skills: Equipping students with proficiency in financial modeling software like Excel and industry-standard financial analysis tools will be a major asset in the job market.

Beyond Programs:

Faculty Expertise: Having professors with experience in international finance, investment banking, or other relevant fields will greatly enhance the program’s value.

Guest Lectures:  Inviting industry professionals to share their knowledge and insights will provide valuable real-world perspectives for students.

Internships and Job Placement:*  Strong industry partnerships will provide students with internship opportunities and facilitate job placement after graduation.

Chemical Engineering

This program will provide a strong foundation in the core principles of chemical engineering, encompassing areas like:

Chemical Thermodynamics: Understanding the relationships between energy, heat, and chemical reactions for process design and optimization.

Chemical Reaction Engineering: Studying the kinetics and mechanisms of chemical reactions, reactor design, and scaling up processes from lab to industrial scale.

Mass Transfer: Analyzing the movement of mass between phases (gas, liquid, solid) which is crucial in various chemical engineering processes.

Heat Transfer: Understanding the principles of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation for efficient design of heat exchangers and reactors.

Fluid Mechanics: Learning the behavior of fluids (liquids and gases) which is essential for designing pipelines, pumps, and agitation systems in chemical plants.

Process Design & Analysis:  Developing skills to design chemical processes, analyze their performance, and optimize them for efficiency, safety, and environmental impact.

Possible Specialization Tracks :

Process Engineering: Focusing on the design, optimization, and operation of large-scale chemical plants for various products.

Petroleum Engineering: Specializing in the exploration, production, refining, and transportation of oil and gas products.

Biochemical Engineering: Combining chemical engineering principles with biology and chemistry for applications in the food, pharmaceutical, and biofuels industries.

Environmental Engineering: Specializing in designing processes for pollution control, wastewater treatment, and sustainable resource utilization.

Additional Considerations:

Laboratory Experience:  Well-equipped labs with unit operations equipment like distillation columns, reactors, and pumps are essential for practical learning and experimentation.

Software Skills: Equipping students with proficiency in industry-standard software for chemical process simulation, modeling, and design.

Industry Collaborations:  Partnering with local chemical or petrochemical companies will provide internship opportunities and ensure the curriculum aligns with industry needs.

Safety Focus:  Embedding a strong emphasis on safety principles and practices throughout the program to prepare students for work in potentially hazardous environments.

Civil Engineering

This program will provide a strong foundation in the core principles of civil engineering, encompassing areas like:

Structural Engineering:  Analysis and design of structures like buildings, bridges, and dams, focusing on strength, stability, and safety under various loads.

Geotechnical Engineering:  Understanding soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and earthwork design for safe and stable structures.

Water Resources Engineering:  Planning, design, and management of water supply systems, wastewater treatment systems, and hydraulic structures like dams and canals.

Transportation Engineering:  Planning, design, and construction of transportation infrastructure like roads, bridges, tunnels, and airports.

Construction Engineering:  Planning, scheduling, cost estimation, and project management techniques for civil engineering projects.

Possible Specialization Tracks:

Structural Engineering: Further specializing in earthquake engineering, high-rise structures, or bridge design.

Geotechnical Engineering: Focusing on soil mechanics, foundation engineering, or slope stability analysis.

Environmental Engineering: Specializing in water treatment, wastewater management, or sustainable infrastructure design.

Transportation Engineering: Focusing on traffic engineering, highway design, or public transportation systems.

Construction Management: In-depth study of construction planning, scheduling, cost control, and project management methods.

Additional Considerations:

Software Skills: Equipping students with proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD for civil engineering drawings, and structural analysis software like ETABS or STAAD.Pro will be highly valuable.

Fieldwork and Laboratories: Exposure to field surveying techniques, material testing labs (concrete, soil), and structural analysis labs using specialized equipment will enhance learning.

Industry Collaborations: Partnering with local construction companies and engineering firms can provide internship opportunities and ensure the curriculum aligns with practical needs.

Focus on Sustainability: Integrating courses on sustainable construction practices, green building materials, and energy-efficient design will be relevant in today’s world.

Computer Engineering

Our Computer Engineering Program will provide a comprehensive understanding of both hardware and software aspects of computer systems. Core areas of study will include:

Digital Logic Design: Understanding the principles of digital circuits, logic gates, and combinational/sequential circuits used in computer hardware.

Computer Architecture: Exploring the organization and design of computer systems, including processors, memory, and input/output devices.

Assembly Language Programming: Learning low-level programming to interact directly with computer hardware for performance-critical applications.

Operating Systems: Understanding the core functionalities of operating systems for managing hardware resources, processes, and memory.

Computer Networks: Studying the principles of computer networks, communication protocols, and data transmission techniques.

Embedded Systems: Designing and programming computer systems for specific tasks within larger devices, often used in robotics and industrial control.

Possible Specialization Tracks :

Computer Hardware Design: Focusing on advanced digital logic design, microprocessor architecture, and hardware-software co-design.

Software Engineering: Specializing in software development methodologies, object-oriented programming, and software testing for creating reliable and maintainable software.

Computer Security: In-depth study of cybersecurity principles, cryptography, and network security to protect computer systems from cyberattacks.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning:  Exploring the fundamentals of AI and machine learning algorithms, their applications in computer engineering, and potentially implementing them on hardware platforms.

Additional Considerations:

Programming Languages:  Equipping students with proficiency in high-level programming languages like C, C++, Python, and Java, which are widely used in computer engineering.

Hardware Labs: Access to well-equipped labs with electronic components, circuit boards, and development tools will allow for practical learning in hardware design.

Software Development Tools: Training students in using industry-standard software development tools like Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and version control systems (e.g., Git).

Project-Based Learning: Incorporating projects throughout the curriculum that involve designing, building, and testing computer hardware or software applications is crucial for practical skill development.

Industry Collaborations: Partnering with local or international technology companies will provide internship opportunities and ensure the program aligns with industry trends.

Electrical Engineering

St. Mary’s University’s Electrical Engineering Program will provide a solid foundation in the core principles of electrical engineering, covering areas like:

Circuit Analysis: Understanding electrical circuits, including DC and AC circuits, power analysis, and network theorems.

Electronics: Studying semiconductor devices like diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits, their functionalities, and applications in electronic circuits.

Electromagnetism: Exploring the relationship between electricity and magnetism, including Maxwell’s equations and their applications in electrical engineering.

Control Systems: Learning how to design and analyze feedback control systems used to regulate various physical systems.

Power Systems: Understanding the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power, including power plant operation and power grid analysis.

Signal Processing: Analyzing and manipulating signals used in various electrical engineering applications like communication systems and signal filtering.

Possible Specialization Tracks:

Electronics Engineering: Focusing on the design and development of electronic circuits, embedded systems, and digital electronics.

Power Engineering: Specializing in power systems analysis, power generation technologies, and smart grid concepts.

Control Systems Engineering: Focusing on advanced control theory, system modeling, and design of control systems for various applications (e.g., robotics, automation).

Telecommunications Engineering: Specializing in communication systems design, signal transmission techniques, and wireless communication technologies.

Additional Considerations:

Laboratory Experience: Access to well-equipped labs with electronic components, circuit boards, power electronics equipment, and control system testing facilities is crucial for hands-on learning and practical skill development.

Software Skills: Equipping students with proficiency in industry-standard software for circuit simulation (e.g., SPICE), control system design (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink), and power system analysis.

Project-Based Learning: Incorporating projects throughout the curriculum that involve designing, building, and testing electrical circuits, control systems, or power electronics systems will be highly beneficial.

Industry Collaborations: Partnering with local or international companies in the electrical and electronics industry will provide internship opportunities and ensure the curriculum aligns with real-world needs.

Health Care Management & Policy

The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management & Policy is a three-year program that develops the foundation of a career in health services administration through a well-designed education. The program combines instruction in the classroom with hands-on experiential learning opportunities. Students have the opportunity to learn from faculty members who have backgrounds in academic and practice-oriented settings.

This program will:

• Focus on the role of health care systems and policy in improving the health of individuals and their communities
• Examines the organization, delivery, and policy issues of the Cameroon health care system
• Offers rigorous preparation in the structure and dynamics of health systems, the policy environment, the management of health service organizations, and other factors that influence population health
• Experiential internships in health management or health policy

Students will choose either Health Management or Health Policy Analysis. These two program tracks let students tailor the major to their interests.

Students seeking a broad understanding of complex health systems can choose the health management track. This track builds on core academic disciplines and deepens students’ knowledge of health systems. Students in the health management track are motivated by a desire to improve health and health care.

However, students within the health policy analysis track are motivated by a desire to make change. This track emphasizes public health, economics, policy analysis, statistics, and finance. Students are exposed to how the government operates and how policy is developed around the country’s health care system.

Students in the Health Care Management & Policy Program are required to participate in an internship during their final year. Students in the Health Management track intern with senior executives of the government and private Hospitals in the S.W. and Littoral Regions of Cameroon, who introduce the practical aspects of working on issues and projects focused on achieving the highest possible quality of care. By working with a preceptor, their assignments include, but are not limited to, conducting service line market analyses, collecting and analyzing data for continuous quality improvement, as well as facilitating time studies to improve patient flow. Pursuing these types of activities will uniquely distinguish students in the market and prepare them for the future of health care. The internship requires a minimum of 16 hours a week throughout the semester and the completion of a senior project that is presented to the class.

Health Science

Public Health:  Courses will focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and healthcare systems.

Global Health:  Students will explore the challenges and opportunities of healthcare delivery in developing countries.

Medical Microbiology:  This specialization will delve deeper into the study of infectious diseases and their causative agents.

 Pharmacology and Toxicology:  Students will focus on the effects of drugs on the body and potential toxicities.

Additional Considerations:

Faculty Expertise:  Having faculty with experience in clinical laboratories, hospitals, or research institutions will be crucial for providing real-world insights.

Clinical Rotations: Partnering with local hospitals or clinics will offer students practical experience through clinical rotations under the supervision of qualified medical professionals.

Research Opportunities: Encouraging and facilitating student participation in research projects will foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.

Internships: Providing internship placements in laboratories, hospitals, or public health agencies will expose students to various career paths in the medical and biomedical field.

Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering Program at St. Mary’s International College & University Institute will provide a broad foundation in the core principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, and engineering design. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of:

Mechanics: Statics, dynamics, kinematics, mechanics of materials, machine design.

Thermodynamics: Concepts of energy, heat transfer, entropy, power generation, and refrigeration.

Materials Science: Properties and applications of various engineering materials like metals, polymers, and composites.

Engineering Design: Problem-solving, design thinking, computer-aided design (CAD) software, and project management.

Possible Specialization Tracks:

Thermal-Fluid Sciences:  Focusing on fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics applied to power generation, combustion engines, and HVAC systems.

Mechatronics:  Combining mechanical engineering with electronics and control systems for applications in robotics, automation, and intelligent machines.

Manufacturing Engineering:  Specializing in production processes, machining techniques, material selection, and quality control for manufacturing industries.

Design Engineering:  Emphasizing product design, prototyping, computer-aided design (CAD), and design for manufacturability.

Additional Considerations:

Project-Based Learning: Incorporating projects throughout the curriculum allows students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering challenges. This can involve designing, building, and testing prototypes.

Internships and Industry Collaboration: Partnering with local or international engineering firms provide valuable internship opportunities and ensure the curriculum aligns with industry needs.

Software Skills: Equipping students with proficiency in industry-standard software like CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) is crucial for modern mechanical engineering practice.

Laboratories:  Well-equipped labs with tools like machining equipment, 3D printers, and measurement instruments are essential for hands-on learning and experimentation.

Medical/Biomedical Sciences

This program will provide a strong foundation in the biological sciences relevant to medicine.  It will prepare students for further studies in medicine, dentistry, or other health professions.  Courses will cover:

    * Cell biology

    * Molecular biology

    * Genetics

    * Biochemistry

    * Human anatomy and physiology

    * Microbiology

    * Immunology

Additional Considerations:

Faculty Expertise:  Having faculty with experience in clinical laboratories, hospitals, or research institutions will be crucial for providing real-world insights.

Clinical Rotations: Partnering with local hospitals or clinics will offer students practical experience through clinical rotations under the supervision of qualified medical professionals.

Research Opportunities: Encouraging and facilitating student participation in research projects will foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.

Internships: Providing internship placements in laboratories, hospitals, or public health agencies will expose students to various career paths in the medical and biomedical field. 

Focus Areas

Public Health:  Courses will focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and healthcare systems.

Global Health:  Students will explore the challenges and opportunities of healthcare delivery in developing countries.

Medical Microbiology:  This specialization will delve deeper into the study of infectious diseases and their causative agents.

 Pharmacology and Toxicology:  Students will focus on the effects of drugs on the body and potential toxicities.

Medical Laboratory Science 

The Medical Laboratory Sciences program will equip students with the knowledge and skills to perform laboratory tests used in diagnosing and monitoring diseases.  Coursework will cover:

    * Clinical chemistry

    * Hematology (study of blood)

    * Microbiology (study of microorganisms)

    * Immunology (study of the immune system)

    * Histology (study of tissues)

    * Laboratory instrumentation and techniques

Additional Considerations:

Faculty Expertise:  Having faculty with experience in clinical laboratories, hospitals, or research institutions will be crucial for providing real-world insights.

Clinical Rotations: Partnering with local hospitals or clinics will offer students practical experience through clinical rotations under the supervision of qualified medical professionals.

Research Opportunities: Encouraging and facilitating student participation in research projects will foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.

Internships: Providing internship placements in laboratories, hospitals, or public health agencies will expose students to various career paths in the medical and biomedical field. 

Nursing 

This program will prepare students to become registered nurses, providing direct patient care in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.  Courses will cover:

    * Anatomy and physiology

    * Pharmacology (study of drugs)

    * Pathophysiology (study of abnormal body function)

    * Nursing fundamentals

    * Medical-surgical nursing

    * Mental health nursing

    * Pediatric nursing

Additional Considerations:

Faculty Expertise:  Having faculty with experience in clinical laboratories, hospitals, or research institutions will be crucial for providing real-world insights.

Clinical Rotations: Partnering with local hospitals or clinics will offer students practical experience through clinical rotations under the supervision of qualified medical professionals.

Research Opportunities: Encouraging and facilitating student participation in research projects will foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.

Internships: Providing internship placements in laboratories, hospitals, or public health agencies will expose students to various career paths in the medical and biomedical field.