Kenyatta University offers certificate,diploma,degree,postgraduate,masters and PhD courses.Below we provide a list of courses offered at the university,admission requirements and fees structure for each course.The details are as follows:
Programmes
School
Mode of Study
Eligibility Criteria
Program Fees
Campus Code
Intake
Academic Year
Certificate in Film and Theatre Arts
Creative & Performing Arts, Film and Media Studies
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication. OR Division III in KCE or its equivalent. Proof of prior participation/experience/involvement in Film or theatre arts will be an added advantage.
Creative & Performing Arts, Film and Media Studies
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Music
East Africans Kshs. 40,000 Statutory Fees Kshs. 21,300
Main
September
2020/2021
Sports Administration and Management
Applied Human Sciences
DSVOL
Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at ?O? Level. OR They should hold P1/SI teachers? Certificate course or Kenyatta University certificate in Sports Administration and Management
East Africans Ksh. 34,400/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 43,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 32,900/=
Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Embu.
January
2020/2021
Certificate in Project Management
Business
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade of KCSE C- (Minus) or its equivalent OR KCE Division III or its equivalent.
East Africans Ksh. 40,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 21,300/=
Main, City, Mombasa, Nakuru, Embu
September, January
2020/2021
Cerificate in Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Business
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade of KCSE C- (Minus) or its equivalent OR KCE Division III or its equivalent.
East Africans Ksh. 40,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 21,300/=
Main, City, Mombasa, Nakuru, Embu
September
2020/2021
Certificate in Chinese language and Culture
Humanities and Social Sciences
Full time/Part time
Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent OR proficiency in Chinese Language and Culture certificate.
East Africans Ksh. 40,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 21,300/=
Main,City
September
2020/2021
Diploma courses
Programmes
School
Mode of Study
Eligibility Criteria
Program Fees
Campus Code
Intake
Academic Year
Diploma in Forensic Science
School of pure and applied sciences
Regular-full time
Mean Grade of at least C (Plain) with C+ (Plus) in Biology and Chemistry and C (Plain) in Mathematics/Physics OR KCE Division III with a Credit in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics/Physics or have served in the disciplined forces for a minimum of two (2) years with experience in any Forensic Science discipline. OR have a Certificate in Forensic Science with a minimum KCSE mean grade C- (Minus) or equivalent will also be considered for admission.
Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution. OR. (i) A minimum of overall mean Grade C in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with at least Grade C in Biology or Biological Sciences, and C- in Chemistry, and C- in Mathematics/Physics/Physical Sciences/Agriculture. (ii) Minimum Division II in KCE/EACE with at least Credit in Biology or Biological Sciences, and Chemistry and Mathematics/Physical Sciences/Agriculture. (iii) A minimum of C- (minus) in KCSE and at Certificate with Credit in Animal Health/Agriculture /Range Management/Dairy Technology or equivalent with least a Credit Pass Diploma in Animal Health/ Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology /Animal production from an institution recognized by the University Senate. (iv) A least Principal in Biology and one Subsidiary in Chemistry pass at KACE level (A Level). (v)A Diploma in a Biomedical discipline from institution recognized by the University Senate. (vi) Any other qualifications equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by the University Senate.
Tution Fees for Regular Full Time-East Africans Ksh. 72,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 26,000/=
Kitui
September
2020/2021
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time & Blended.Dsvol
Candidates must have obtained a mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent. Candidates must have obtained grade C-(minus) in two (2) subjects chosen from the following categories:- Alternative A: or Biology/Home Science/Chemistry OR. Alternative B: Biological Sciences/Physical Sciences/Mathematics OR. English/Kiswahili OR. English/Kiswahili OR. Or Mean grade C-(minus) at KCSE) with a Certificate in a field related to hospitality from a recognized Institution and two (2) years of relevant experience
Tution Fees for Regular Full Time-East Africans Ksh. 72,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 26,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 125,000/
Candidates must have a minimum of grade of C in KCSE examinations. Candidates must have done any two the following subjects at KCSE and passed with a minimum grade of C in each: Biology/Biological Sciences OR. Geography/History OR. Business Education/Computers OR. English/Foreign Language OR. Mean grade C-(minus) at KCSE) with a Certificate in a field related to tourism from a recognized Institution and two (2) years of relevant experience.
Tution Fees for Regular Full Time-East Africans Ksh. 72,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 26,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 125,000/
Food Production Service and Sales Certificate Level 5 or Hotel Catering and Accommodation or Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with mean grade of at least C- (minus) or Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Main, Mombasa
September
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time & Blended
Food Production Service and Sales Certificate Level 5 or Hotel Catering and Accommodation or Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with mean grade of at least C- (minus) or Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Statutory Fees Ksh. 32,900/=
Main, Mombasa
September
Diploma in Housekeeping Management
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time
Hotel Catering and Accommodation Certificate Level 5 Or. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C- Or. Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Main
September
Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time
Tour or Travel master craft certificate Level 5 Or. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C- Or. Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Mombasa
September
Diploma in Events Management.
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time
Tour or Travel or Events certificate OR. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C- OR. Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Mombasa
September
Diploma in Information Science
Education
Regular-Full Time/ODEL, CEP
Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE. OR be holders of KNEC certificate in Library and Information studies or equivalent with an overall pass of Credit or Distinction, or pass with 2 years or more years relevant practical experience. Course Duration: 2 years
Tuition fee for Regular East Africans Ksh 72,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 125,000/= Statutory Fees 26,000
main
September, December
2020/2021
Diploma in Records Management & Information Technology
Education
Regular-Full Time/ODEL/CEP
Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE. OR be holders of KNEC certificate in Library and Information Science or equivalent with an overall pass of Credit or distinction OR Pass with 2 years or more years relevant practical experience. Course Duration: 2 years
Tuition fee for DSVOL- East Africans Ksh. 52,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 65,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 32,900/= Tuition fee for Regular East Africans Ksh 72,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 125,000/= Statutory Fees 26,000
main .Dsvol -Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Embu.
September
2020/2021
Diploma in Sports Administration and Management
Hospitality Tourism and Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time, Virtual and Open Learning
Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at O Level OR hold a P1/S1 Teachers Certificate or Kenyatta University Certificate course in Sports Administration and Management.
Tution Fees for Regular Full Time-East Africans Ksh. 72,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 26,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 125,000/
Main – Full time Main, Mombasa, Nyeri ,Nakuru – Virtual and Open Learning -Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Embu.
September
2020/2021
Diploma in Land Surveying
Architecture and the Built Environment
Regular-Full Time
Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.
Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or at least one (1) Principal and one (1) Subsidiary in KACE OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with P1 Certificate or Early Childhood or Special Needs Education Certificate and at least two (2) years experience. OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Certificate in medical field and at least two (2) years relevant experience. OR Applicants with at least grade C (Plain) or Credit 6 in English, Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics at KCSE and KCE respectively will have an added advantage. Course Duration: 2 years
Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Certificate in relevant area from a recognized institution. Course Duration: 2 years
Creative and Performing Arts, Film and Media Studies
Regular-Full Time
KCSE mean grade C (Plain) with any of the following: A Certificate in Art and Design from a recognized institution. OR, A portfolio of artworks to be presented before a Department selection panel for interview and selection.
Creative & Performing Arts, Film and Media Studies
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade C (Plain) KCSE or its equivalent, with at least C plain in English/Kiswahili and at least C- (Minus) or its equivalent in any of the following subjects; Geography, History and Government OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) KCSE OR equivalent with a certificate of at least Credit Pass in a relevant field of study from recognized Institution.
Creative & Performing Arts, Film and Media Studies
Regular-Full Time
Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication or Certificate in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication or P1 certificate with a minimum of Division III and proven participation in Creative Arts
Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution. An applicant will qualify for admission into the Diploma in Animal Health and Production Programme if they have met any of the requirements listed below: (i)A minimum of overall mean Grade C in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with at least Grade C in Biology or Biological Sciences, and C- in Chemistry, and C- in Mathematics/Physics/Physical Sciences/Agriculture (ii)Minimum Division II in KCE/EACE with at least Credit in Biology or Biological Sciences, and Chemistry and Mathematics/Physical Sciences/Agriculture (iii)A minimum of C- (minus) in KCSE and at Certificate with Credit in Animal Health/Agriculture /Range Management/Dairy Technology or equivalent with least a Credit Pass Diploma in Animal Health/ Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology /Animal production from an institution recognized by the University Senate (iv)A least Principal in Biology and one Subsidiary in Chemistry pass at KACE level (A Level ) (v)A Diploma in a Biomedical discipline from institution recognized by the University Senate. (vi) Any other qualifications equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by the University Senate.
The Kenyatta University annd the School of Education admission regulations apply. Specifically, the candidate will have KCSE Mean grade C (Plain) or its equivalent,with at least two years’ work experience
Full Time DSVOL Continuous Education Program (CEP)
Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or P1 or S1 or its equivalent with at least two years work experience
Main All DSVOL Centres Main
September January April
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Business
Regular-Full Time, DSVOL
i. A holder of KCSE C (plain) or its equivalent or ii. A holder of KCE Division III or its equivalent oriii. A holder of KACE with One Principal and One Subsidiary oriv. Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.
East Africans Kshs. 72,000 Dsvol tuition fee East Africans Ksh. 52,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 65,000/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 32,900/=
i) In addition to meeting the University entrance requirements of overall C+ at KCSE or equivalent, candidates for admission to the B. Sc. Agribusiness Management programme are required to have obtained a minimum of C+ in Mathematics and in two of the following combinations: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture or Geography, and Economics or Business Studies and Physical Science. ii) Grade C in KCSE or its equivalent and two-year (minimum) Diploma with a credit in Agriculture, commerce, Accounting, Economics, farm management, Agribusiness or any other discipline from an Institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
Tuition fee for full time/CEP:East Africans Kshs. 120,000 Non-East Africans Kshs. 175,000 Statutory Fees Kshs. 26,000 Dsvol-East Africans Ksh. 75,000/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 93,800/= Statutory Fees Ksh. 32,900/=
Bachelor of SCIENCE IN ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
Agriculture and Enterprise Development
Regular-Full Time
A minimum of grade C+ in KCSE with at least C+ in Biology or Biological Sciences and any one of the following subjects: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics or Physical Sciences. (ii) Two principals and one Subsidiary pass at KACE level or equivalent, one of which must be in biology and in any other science subject. (iii) A minimum of C plain in KCSE and at least a Credit Pass Diploma in Animal Health/ Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology /Animal production from an institution recognized by the University Senate. (iv) A minimum of C- in KCSE with at least a credit pass in both Certificate and Diploma Animal Health/ Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution approved by University Senate. (v) A degree in a Biological Science from institutions recognized by the University Senate. (vi) Any other qualifications equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by the University Senate.
Applicants must have obtained a minimum of mean grade of C+ and an average cluster weight of B- in the subjects shown below provided that no subject in this cluster shall have a grade below C+: Alternative A: Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics, English/Kiswahili Alternative B: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, English/Kiswahili Alternative F: G.C.E/ A-Level – A minimum of two two principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass or credit at ?O? level in Physics or Mathematics and the following at A-Levels : Biology – Principal, Chemistry ? Principal, Physics/Mathematics ? Subsidiary pass, General Paper ? Subsidiary Pass Alternative C: Two (2) Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a Subsidiary pass or credit pass at ?O? level in Physics or Mathematics Alternative D: Holders of Diploma in; Pharmaceutical Technology, Laboratory Technology, Clinical Medicine, Imaging and Radiography, Nursing, Public Health / Environmental Health, Dental Technology or any other acceptable diploma in life sciences and aMean Grade of C (plain) KCSE with a minimum score of C (plain) in each of the cluster subjects: – Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics, English/Kiswahili – Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, English/Kiswahili.Alternative E: Holders of any Degree in Biological Sciences or Chemistry from Kenyatta University or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University recognized by the board so long as they meet the minimum entry requirements.NB: Applicants from non-English speaking countries must have sat and passed an English language assessment examination set and administered by institutions recognized by the board.
Bachelor of Security Management and Police studies
School of Security Management and Police Studies
Regular-Full time, Part Time
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma (passed with Credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution. OR KACE or its equivalent with two (2) Principals and a Subsidiary Pass OR Mean grade of C ? (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus)or equivalent in any three of the following subjects: – Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture and Geography.OR Have a minimum of two (2) Principal passes in Science subjects in KACE one of which must be any science subject.OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in any of the Science areas with a credit pass from a recognized institution. OR Any other qualification accepted by the University Senate as equivalent.
Bachelor of Science (Analytical Chemistry with Management)
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Regular-Full time
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Chemistry and Mathematics and either Physics/Physical Science, Biology/Biological Sciences.OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in the relevant field of study from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry with Management)
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Regular-Full time
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Chemistry and Mathematics and either Physics/Physical Science, Biology/Biological Sciences. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in the relevant field of study from a recognized institution.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology.OR Mean grade of C ?(Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institutionOR KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology.OR Mean grade of C ?(Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology.OR Mean grade of C ?(Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology. OR Mean grade of C ?(Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology.OR Mean grade of C ?(Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.
K.C.S.E. at a minimum grade of C+. In addition students must have passed Biology or Biological Sciences in K.C.S.E. with a minimum of grade B- and any other two subjects from the following alternatives at the minimum grades shown: Alternative A: Chemistry C+, Biology B-, Physics C+, Geography B- Alternative B: Physical Sciences B-, Biological Sciences B-, Geography B-. Or: 1.1. Have a minimum of 2 principal passes in science subjects in Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE or A-level), one of which must be Biology Or: 1.2. Have a diploma in relevant subjects with at least a credit pass from an institution recognized by the University Senate, Or: 1.3. Have a Higher National Diploma with a credit ass in a Biology related subject from an Institution recognized by the University senate, Or: 1.4. Have any other qualifications accepted by the University senate as equivalent to 1.1 to 1.4.
K.C.S.E. at a minimum grade of C+. In addition students must have passed Biology or Biological Sciences in K.C.S.E. with a minimum of grade B – (Minus) and mathematics C+ and any other two subjects from the following alternatives at the minimum grades shown: Alternative A: Chemistry C+, Biology B-, Physics C+, Geography B- Alternative B: Physical Sciences B-, Biological Sciences B-, Geography B-. Or: 1.1. Have a minimum of 2 principal passes in science subjects in Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE or A-level), one of which must be Biology Or: 1.2. Have a diploma in relevant subjects with at least a credit pass from an institution recognized by the University Senate, Or: 1.3. Have a Higher National Diploma with a credit ass in a Biology related subject from an Institution recognized by the University senate, Or: 1.4. Have any other qualifications accepted by the University senate as equivalent to 1.1 to 1.4.
A minimum of Grade C+ at the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) or equivalent. In addition, applicants must meet specific degree requirements for each schoolSecondary Examination (KSCE) or equivalent . In addition, applicants must meet specific degree requirements for each school
East Africans Kshs. 70,000 Non-East Africans Kshs. 87,500
MAIN CAMPUS
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Bachelor of Economics and Finance
Economics
Regular-Full Time/Part-time
Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics. OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A – Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary, with atleast a credit in Mathematics at KCE (‘O’-level) OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma in Economics from Kenyatta University or from a recognized/accredited institution with C+ (Plus) in Mathematics at KCSE. OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) with atleast C+ (plus) or equivalent in Mathematics at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma in Economics from Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.
Bachelor of Science (Telecommunication and Information Technology)
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Regular-Full Time
Mean, grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+(Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and Physics OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in either electronics and electrical engineering or telecommunications with a credit pass from a recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have obtained minimum of Grade C (Plain) in Mathematics and Physics.
Bachelor of Science – Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Regular-Full Time
Mean, grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+(Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and Physics OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in either electronics and electrical engineering or telecommunications with a credit pass from a recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have obtained minimum of Grade C (Plain) in Mathematics and Physics.
Bachelor of Education (Science) – Education, Physics & Mathematics OR Education, Physics & Chemistry
School of Pure and Applied Sciences & School of Education
Regular-Full Time
Mean, grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+(Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and Physics OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in either electronics and electrical engineering or telecommunications with a credit pass from a recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have obtained minimum of Grade C (Plain) in Mathematics and Physics.
Bachelor of Education (Science) – Education, Physics & Mathematics OR Education, Physics & Chemistry
School of Pure and Applied Sciences & School of Education
CEP
Mean, grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+(Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and Physics OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in either electronics and electrical engineering or telecommunications with a credit pass from a recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have obtained minimum of Grade C (Plain) in Mathematics and Physics.
Post-graduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time, E-Learning & Part-time
Bachelors? Degree of at least Second Class (Lower) Division or equivalent from a recognized Institution.
Main & Mombasa, All E-Learning Centers
September
2020/2021
Post-graduate Diploma in Sports Administration and Management
Hospitality Tourism and Leisure Studies
Regular-Full Time
Bachelor?s Degree from a recognized university in related fields. Additional university admission requirements and regulations for Postgraduate diploma programmes apply.
Applicants for the Postgraduate Diploma in Physical Education course shall have attained a minimum academic qualification of Bachelor of Education or its equivalent from a recognized university. Applicants with any other Bachelor?s degree and a Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Education may be considered.
Post-graduate Diploma in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics
Public Health and Applied Human Sciences
DSVOL
1. Bachelor?s Degrees in Health related course (Medicine, Public Health, Community Health and Pharmacy), 2. OR Bachelor?s Degrees in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Food Science and Technology. 3. OR Bachelor?s Degrees in Education science, Home-Economics
Confirm with student finance East Africans Kshs. ? Non-East Africans Kshs. ? Statutory Fees Kshs. ?
DSVOL campuses
September
2020/2021
Post graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
Education
Continuing Education Programme (CEP),DSVOL
a. The Kenyatta University and School of Education admission regulations shall applyor any other recognized Institution OR Bachelor of Art/Science degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education. In addition, the applicant must have served in a teaching position or any other relevant position for at least two years. b. First degree in any area of study such as BSc, BA with at least two secondary School teaching subjects.
Post-graduate Diploma in Educational Leadership and Management
Education
Full Time DSVOL Continuous Education Program (CEP)
Bachelor of Education degree or its equivalent from Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution or Bachelor of Art/Science degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education. In addition, the applicant must have served in a teaching position or any other relevant position for at least two years.
Bachelor of Education degree in a related field with at least second class honours(upper division) or its equivalent from Kenyatta University or any recognized institution.Those with second class lower division may be considered on condition that they have grade”C” and above in units relevant to their area of specialisation.
Postgraduate Diploma in Addiction Treatment Science
Humanities and Social Sciences
Part Time
A bachelor?s degree in counseling psychology with at least lower second or its equivalent, with internship experience in a drug treatment setting working with clients with SUDS. A bachelor?s degree in psychology, nursing or social work with at least lower second or its equivalent, plus at least 2 years experience in clinical setting working with clients with SUDs. A bachelor?s degree in any field with at least lower second or its equivalent, plus a post graduate qualification (at least lower second or its equivalent, plus a post graduate qualification (at least a post graduate diploma) in Psychiatry, counseling or clinical psychology with internship experience in a drug treatment setting working with clients with SUDs.
Postgraduate Diploma in Addiction Treatment Science
Humanities and Social Science
Regular Mode
Degree in Counseling Psychology (at least Second Class Lower) with internship experience in a drug treatment setting working with clients with SUDs Degree Psychology, Nursing or Social work (at least Second Class Lower) plus at least 2 yrs experience in clinical setting working with clients with SUDs Degree in any field (at least Second class lower) plus postgraduate qualifications (at least postgraduate diploma) in psychiatry, counseling or clinical psychology with internship in a drug treatment setting working with clients with SUDs
MSc. Agribusiness Management (Farm Business Development option,Trade and Development Option.
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Regular-Full Time and part time, VOL, CEP
A holder of first class or second class honors (Upper Division) degree or their equivalent in agribusiness, agricultural sciences or any other equivalent qualification from Kenyatta University or any other institutions recognized by the University senate. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?B? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Kitui- Regular and CEP. VOL-All campus. Parttime- Main and City campus
September, January, May
2020/2021
MSc. Agricultural Economics (Agricultural Trade and Policy Option, Agricultural and Rural Development option, Environmental and Natural Resource Management Option, Agribusiness Management Option
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Regular-Full Time and part time, CEP,DSVOL
A holder of First-class or second class honours (Upper Division) degree from a recognized university in agricultural economics, agribusiness or related courses such as general agricultural sciences, economics and social science. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on the condition that they have Grade ?B? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Kitui- Regular and CEP. VOL-All campus. Parttime- Main and City campus
September, January, May
2020/2021
Msc in Integrated Soil Fertility Management
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Full Time /DSvol
Bachelor of Science with at least second class(Lower Division)degree in Agriculture,Agricultural Resource Management,Dry Land Agriculture& Enterprise Dev,Agricultural Engineering,Range Management,Horticulture,Environmental Science,Agricultural Education& Extension,Plant and Microbial Sciences,Geography or any equaivalent qualification from other institutions recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
Kitui- Regular and CEP. VOL-All campus. Parttime- Main and City campus
September, January, May,April
2020/2021
Msc. in Dryland Agriculture and Enterprise Development
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Full Time /Dsvol
Bachelor of Science with at least second class(Lower Division)degree in Agriculture,Agricultural Resource Management,Dry Land Agriculture,Animal Production and Health Management,Agricultural Engineering,Range Management,Horticulture,Agricultural Education & Extension,Agricultural Economics or any equaivalent qualification from other institutions recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
Kitui- Regular and CEP. VOL-All campus. Parttime- Main and City campus
September, January, May,April
2020/2021
Msc. in Land Water Management
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Full Time /Dsvol
Bachelor of Science with at least second class(Lower Division)degree in Agriculture,Agricultural Resource Management,Dry Land Agriculture,Agricultural Engineering,Range Management,Horticulture,Environmental Science,Agricultural Education& Extension or any equaivalent qualification from other institutions recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
kitui- Regular and CEP. VOL-All campus. Parttime- Main and City campus
September, January, May,April
2020/2021
Master of Science in Animal Nutrition and Management
Agriculture and Enterprise Development
Offered for Regular-Full Time and Digital school
Holders of a B.Sc. degree with at least an Second Class (Upper Division) in Animal Production and Health Management, Animal Health and Production, Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, Agricultural Resource Management, Dryland Agriculture, Range Management or its equivalent from Kenyatta University or other institutions recognized by Kenyatta University Senate. Those with of B.Sc. degree with Second Class (Lower Division) in the relevant field may be considered for admission if they meet certain conditions.
East Africans Kshs. 180,000 /p.a
Main, City, Kitui
September
2020/2021
Master of Scence in Agronomy,Plant Breeding,Seed Technology & Trade,Crop protection(Pathology option,Entomology option
Agriculture and Enterprise Development
Full Time/Dsvol
Holders of a Bachelor’s degree with at least a first class or Upper Second Class Honours in Agriculture or any other related areas from Institutions recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.Holders of Second class(lower division) may be considered on condition that they have a grade”C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialisation or a post graduate diploma.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Master of Science in Coastal and Resource Mangement
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
Regular/ School Based/ Full Time
The general regulations of masters? degree in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. a. A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree with at least an upper 2nd class honours with Zoology or Botany as a single subject or as one of the two (2) science subjects. b. A holder of a Bachelor of Education degree who has studied Zoology or Botany to degree level and has attained an upper 2nd class honour degree. Those in Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have? C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Master of Arts in Population and Settlement Geography
Humanities and Social Sciences
Full Time/ School Based/Digital
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Master of Arts in Economic and Industrial Geography
Humanities and Social Sciences
Full Time/ School Based/Digital
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelor of Arts, Science or Bachelor of Education Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent from a recognized university and has studied Geography either as a major or regular subject to a degree level. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade ?C? and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Master of Science in Integrated Watershed Management
Humanities and Social Sciences
Full Time/ School Based
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources
Humanities and Social Sciences
Full Time/ School Based/Digital
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Bachelors Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Engineering, Hydrology, and related disciplines, Natural Sciences or Social and Human Sciences from a recognized university. Those with Second Class (Lower Division) may be considered on condition that they have Grade “C” and above in units relevant to their areas of specialization.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Agricultural Economics
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Regular-Full Time, Part time
The common regulation governing Ph. D. degrees of Kenyatta University shall apply. Holders of Master of Science in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Economics from Kenyatta University or any other institutions recognized by the Kenyatta University senate. The master?s degree must have been based on coursework, examination and thesis. Students that the department deems to be weak in Econometrics and policy issues will be required to undertake remedial courses prescribed by the department.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Agribusiness Management
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Regular-Full Time, Part time
The common regulation governing Ph. D. degrees of Kenyatta University shall apply. Holders of Master of Science in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness Management, Economics from Kenyatta University or any other institutions recognized by the Kenyatta University senate. The master?s degree must have been based on coursework, examination and thesis. Students that the department deems to be weak in Econometrics and policy issues will be required to undertake remedial courses prescribed by the department.
a) The common regulation governing Ph. D. degrees of Kenyatta University shall apply. b) The general regulations for all Ph. D. degrees in the School of Agriculture and Enterprise Development shall apply. c) Holders of M.Sc. degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Breeding, Livestock Production Systems, Animal Production, Veterinary Sciences, Agricultural Resource Management, Dryland Agriculture, Range Management or any other equivalent qualification from Kenyatta University and other institutions recognized by senate of Kenyatta University. d) Candidate must include a brief outline of the proposed research project.
Master’s degree from a recognized university in any area of the following areas of specialization: Public Policy and Administration, Political Science, Master of Arts in Economic Policy, Master of Arts in Leadership and Governance Administration, Masters in Business Management and Administration Economics and Planning, Masters of Law, Executive MPPA plus another Master’s degree.
Master’s Degree in Economics from Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution. The PhD is based on coursework, examination and thesis. The coursework must have covered the following three core courses: Micro Economic Theory, Macro Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods. One must have attained at least “B” in Microeconomic Theory and Macroeconomic Theory at Masters Level.
Holder of Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in counseling or clinical psychology (or its equivalent) of Kenyatta University or any other recognized university with an aggregate grade B plain or its equivalent in the Masters course. Holder of Master of.Education. Degree in guidance and counseling of Kenyatta University or any other recognized university or its equivalent with an aggregate grade B plain or its equivalent in the Masters course.
An applicant must be a holder of a master?s degree in English and Linguistics with a mean score of B aggregate (at least 60%) or equivalent qualifications from any University recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
An applicant must be a holder of a master?s degree in English and Linguistics with a mean score of B aggregate (at least 60%) or equivalent qualifications from any University recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in Medical Laboratory Science
School of Medicine
Regular-Full Time Part time
i. The common university regulations for PhD degree shall apply ii. The general regulations for PhD degree in the School of Medicine shall apply iii. In addition, the following shall be eligible for admission for the PhD degree in the Department of Medical Laboratory Science: a. A holder of MSc. in Medical Laboratory Science b. A holder of an equivalent MSc. degree
