You can pursue Pharmacy course in Kenya at diploma or degree level. Admission requirements to various universities are as outlined below;
United States International University Bachelor of Pharmacy Admission Requirements
Applicants must have met the minimum entry requirements for the pharmacy degree course in Kenya.
- KCSE System of Education
Applicants must have obtained an average weight of B- provided that no subject in this cluster shall have a grade below C+.
| Option A | Option B |
| Chemistry | Biological Sciences |
| Biology | Physical Sciences |
| Maths/Physics | Mathematics |
| English/Kiswahili | English/Kiswahili |
- A-Level
A minimum of two principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass or credit pass at “O” level in Physics or Mathematics.
| Biology | Principal |
| Chemistry | Principal |
| Physics/Mathematics | Subsidiary |
| General paper | Pass |
- Diploma in Biological Sciences
A minimum “O” level Division II KCE with credit in the following:
| Option A | Option B | Option C |
| Biology | Biology | Biological Sciences |
| Chemistry | Physics with Chemistry | Physical sciences |
| Physics/Mathematics | Mathematics | Mathematics |
OR
A mean grade of C in KCSE with a minimum score of C plain in each of the cluster subjects above and a credit pass in the following qualifications from training institution recognised by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Diploma holders in
- Pharmaceutical Technology.
- Laboratory Technology.
- Clinical Medicine.
- Radiology.
- Nursing.
- Public/Environment Health.
- Dental Sciences.
- Holders of degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent from a recognised University.
- The provisions of the PPB Credit Waiver Policy Guidelines shall apply.
This curriculum shall be administered in English. This means applicants from non-English speaking countries must sit and pass English assessment examination set and administered by institutions recognised by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
Website link: https://www.usiu.ac.ke/138/bachelor-pharmacy/
KENYATTA UNIVERSITY BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (B. PHARM) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates shall have met the minimum University and School of Medicine entry requirements.
- Candidates shall have obtained a mean grade of at least C+ at K.C.S.E. and passed the subject clusters indicated or 2 principal passes at A level or their equivalents:
Website link: http://pharmacy.ku.ac.ke/index.php/academic-programs/undergraduate/90-programmes/202-bachelor-of-pharmacy-b-pharm
KABARAK UNIVERSITY BACHELOR OF PHARMACY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The School of Pharmacy admits students with outstanding intellectual and academic competency paired with character; desire to give back to society and a strong motivation to pursue a career in the field of Pharmacy.
System of Education
Applicants must have satisfied the University’s general admission criteria of a mean grade B-(MINUS) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) with C+ (PLUS) and above in the following cluster subjects:
Alternative A: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics/Physics, English/Kiswahili
Alternative B: Biological sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, English/Kiswahili
OR
A Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology and KCSE mean grade of C+ (PLUS) and enrolled with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB)
OR
Other Diploma holders in health related programmes such as Laboratory Technology, Clinical Medicine, Radiology, Basic and/or Advanced Nursing, Public Health/Environment Health, Dental Sciences and should have graduated with at least (credit pass) from training institutions recognized by the Commission for University Education (CUE)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Mean grade of C+ (PLUS) in KCSE with an average cluster weight of 32 points in cluster subjects as shown in KCSE (8.4.4 System of Education) above. In addition, a pass of not less than 5 at IB level in each of the KCSE subjects
OR
G.C.E/A-Level system of education
A minimum of two Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass or credit pass at ‘O’ level in physics or Mathematics.
- Biology – Principal
- Chemistry – Principal
- Physics/Mathematics – Subsidiary
- General paper – Pass
Website link: https://kabarak.ac.ke/school-of-pharmacy/#1513226580897-cffbcbf6-5841
Mount Kenya University Bachelor of Pharmacy Admission Requirements
a. KCSE (Direct) Entry:
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10 Semesters
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Ksh. 128,200 per Semester |
b. A-Level Entry:
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10 Semesters | Ksh. 128,200 per Semester |
c. Diploma in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Technology Entry:
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(Subject to the PPB Credit Waiver Policy Guidelines) | Ksh. 128,200 per semester |
d. Higher National Diploma in Pharmacy Entry:
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(Subject to the PPB Credit Waiver Policy Guidelines) | Ksh. 128,200 per semester |
| e. Holders of a diploma or degree in Biological or Health Sciences. | 10 Semesters | Ksh. 128,200 per Semester |
| 2. Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology (DPT) | ||
| KCSE Mean Grade C with C in Mathematics/Physics,Chemistry/Physical Science, Biology/Biological Science and English/Kiswahili. | 9 Trimesters | Ksh.35,550 per Trimester |
UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI BACHELOR OF PHARMACY(B.PHARM) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have satisfied the University’s general admission criteria of a mean grade C+ (plus) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E). A minimum C+ (plus) grade pass will be mandatory in each of the cluster subjects. The cluster subjects
for Bachelor of Pharmacy in K.C.S.E are as follows:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics or Mathematics
- English or Kiswahili
Eligibility for consideration for admission into the Module II Bachelor of Pharmacy programme shall be governed by the following admission requirements, outlined under each category:
KCSE (8.4.4 System of Education)
Applicants must have obtained 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
-Chemistry
– Biology
– Maths/Physics
– English/Kiswahili
Alternative B
– Biological sciences
– Physical Sciences
– Mathematics
– English/Kiswahili
G.C.E/A-Level
A minimum of two Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry
And a subsidiary pass or credit pass at ‘O’ level in physics or Mathematics.
Biology – Principal
Chemistry – Principal
Physics/Mathematics – Subsidiary
General paper – Pass
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
C (plain) mean grade in KCSE with an average cluster weight of 32 points in relevant subjects as shown in (3.2) above.
In addition, a pass of not less than 5 at IB level in each of the KCSE subjects shown in (3.2) above.
Diploma in Biological Sciences
A minimum O level Division II with credit passes in the following subjects:
– Biology
– Chemistry
– Physics/Mathematics
or or
– Biology Biological Sciences
– Physics with Chemistry Physical Sciences
– Mathematics Mathematics
OR
C mean grade in KCSE with an average cluster weight of 32 points in relevant subjects as shown in (3.2) above,
In addition, they should have a credit pass in the following qualifications from the Kenya Medical Training College or any other recognised training institution Diploma in
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Laboratory Technology
- Clinical Medicine
- Radiology
- Basic and/or Advanced Nursing
- Public Health/Environment Health
- Dental Sciences
Holders of any degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Nairobi or equivalent qualifications from a recognised University.
Holders of other qualifications deemed to be equivalent to (2.1 – 2. mentioned above.
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must sit and pass English assessment examination set and administered by institutions recognised by University of Nairobi Senate.
Website link: https://pharm-school.uonbi.ac.ke/programs-content-type/bachelor-pharmacybpharm
JKUAT Bachelor of Pharmacy Admission Requirements
To qualify for this degree program, the minimum entry requirements are as listed below:
K.C.S.E C+(plus) mean grade with an average cluster weight of B-(minus) in the subjects shown below, provided that no subject in this cluster shall have a grade below C+(plus).
Alternative A
Chemistry
Biology
Mathematics/Physics
English/ Kiswahili
Alternative B
Biological Sciences
Physical Sciences
Mathematics
English/ Kiswahili
OR G.C.E/A level (KACE) with two (2) Principle passes in Chemistry and Biology and a Subsidiary pass or Credit in
Mathematics/Physics or its equivalent, or Credit pass at ‘O’ level in Mathematics/Physics
Biology – Principle
Chemistry – Principle
Physic/Mathematics – Subsidiary
General Paper – Pass
OR KCSE C+ (plus) mean grade with a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology, Clinical Medicine or Nursing and
recognized by the relevant regulatory bodies.
Website link; http://discover.jkuat.ac.ke/course-of-the-week-bachelor-of-pharmacy/
Outspan Medical College Diploma in Pharmacy Admission Requirements
C Plain Mean Grade
C Plain in English or Kiswahili,
C Plain in Biology or Biological Sciences
C minus in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Website link: https://www.omc.ac.ke/admissions
MASENO UNIVERSITY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES(WITH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be admitted into the Pharmaceutical Science with IT degree program at Maseno University, the applicant must:
Satisfy the minimum University entry requirements of C+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with at least B in Biology, B in Chemistry, C+ in Mathematics or Physics and a C+ in English.
Satisfy the Faculty board and senate in all the requirements for Bachelors degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology with IT program.
Bachelors degree students/graduates in Biomedical Sciences from Maseno University or other universities recognized by Maseno University senate.
Students with ordinary diploma certificate holders from Maseno University or other universities or colleges recognized by Maseno University senate provided they do all the prerequisite courses relevant to the degree program and get relevant credit transfers as advised and approved by the Faculty board and senate.
MOI UNIVERSITY MASTER OF PHARMACY IN CLINICAL PHARMACY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Be a holder of a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degree or equivalent recognized by Moi University Senate
b. Be registered or registrable as a Pharmacist by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).
c. Meet the common Moi University Graduate Studies and MUSOM rules governing entry to the Master of Medicine programmes
d. International applicants from non-English speaking countries should provide evidence of proficiency in English
e. Pass admission interview administered by the departmental admission committee
Website link: https://som.mu.ac.ke/index.php/k2-categories/postgraduate/master-of-pharmacy-in-clinical-pharmacy#admission-requirements
KMTC CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA AND HIGHER DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
| 1 | Diploma in Pharmacy | 3 years | Nairobi, Mombasa, Manza, Kisumu, Nakuru, Nyeri | KCSE minimum aggregate of C plain with C in English or Kiswahili, Chemistry or Physical Science and Biology or Biological Sciences |
| C in any one of the following: – Physics or Mathematics | ||||
| 2 | Higher Diploma in pharmacy | 1 ½ years | Nairobi | Holder of a Diploma in Pharmacy from an institution recognized by the Ministry of Health |
| (Clinical Pharmacy and Herbal Medicine) | Must be enrolled with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) |
Website link: https://kmtc.ac.ke/department-of-pharmacy-2
