UNDERGRADUATE SELF-SPONSORED PROGRAMMES FOR SEPTEMBER, 2026 INTAKE

Applications are invited from qualified applicants for the following programmes which will be offered in September, 2026 intake to be taken under Full Time and Part Time modes of study at Kenyatta University Main, City, Mombasa, Kitui, and Nakuru Campuses.

1. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND TOURISM

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES:

a) Project Management

b) Project Monitoring and Evaluation

Campuses: Main, City, Mombasa and Nakuru

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of KCSE D+ (Plus) or its equivalent OR KCE Division III or its equivalent.

Course Duration: 1 year

DIPLOMAPROGRAMMES:

a) Business Management (TVET)

b) Human Resource Management (TVET)

c) Marketing (TVET)

d) Project Management

e) Project Monitoring and Evaluation

f) Accountancy (TVET)

g) Procurement and Supply Chain Management (TVET)

Campuses: Main, City, Mombasa and Nakuru

Minimum requirements

Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area of study from Kenyatta University or any other recognised institution.

Course Duration: 2 years

h) Diploma in Hospitality Management.

Campus: Main campus – Full Time.

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent. In addition, Candidates must have obtained grade

D+ (Plus) in two (2) subjects chosen from the following categories:

Alternative A : English/Kiswahili, Chemistry, Biology

Alternative B: English/Kiswahili, Biological Sciences/Physical Sciences, Home Science

OR Mean grade D+ (Plus) at KCSE with a Certificate in a field related to Hospitality from a

recognized institution and two (2) years relevant work experience.

Course Duration: 2 year

i) Diploma in Tourism Management

Campus: Main campus – Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent. Candidates must have done any two of the following subjects at KCSE and passed with a minimum grade of D+ (Plus) in each: Biology/Biological Sciences, Geography/History, Business Education/Computer Studies, English /Foreign Language.

OR Mean grade D+ (Plus) at KCSE with a Certificate in a field related to Tourism from a recognized institution and two (2) years relevant work experience.

Course Duration: 2 years

j) Diploma in Sports Administration and Management

Campus: All campuse – Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) 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.

Course Duration: 2 years

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

A) Bachelor of Commerce

Areas of specialization:

a) Management Science

b) Procurement and Supply Chain Management

c) Human Resource Management

d) Entrepreneurship

e) Finance

f) Accounting

g) Marketing

Campuses: Main, City and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) or equivalent with at least C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary pass in Mathematics and English at Kenya Certificate of Education (‘O’ Level)

OR Degree from a recognized university.

OR Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE with CPA/CPS Part II or equivalent.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma in a relevant field of study at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

B) Bachelor of Human Resource Management (BHRM)

Campuses: Main, City and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) or equivalent with at least C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary pass in Mathematics and English at Kenya Certificate of Education (‘O’ Level)

OR Degree from a recognized university.

OR Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade C- (Minus) at KCSE with CPA/CPS Part II or equivalent.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma in a relevant field of study at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

C) Bachelor of Science (Hospitality and Tourism Management)

Campuses: Main Campus - Full Time (Hospitality and Tourism option), All other campuses – ODEL (Tourism option only).

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent. Candidates must have done any three (3) of the following subjects and passed with a minimum grade of C+ (Plus):

- English/Kiswahili/Foreign Languages,

- Biology/Biological Sciences,

- Chemistry/Physical Sciences/Physics/Mathematics,

- Home Science,

- Geography/History,

- Business Studies/Commerce/Economics/Agriculture.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in a related field with a Credit pass from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma in a related field at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

D) Bachelor of Science (Recreation, Fitness and Sports Management)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent.

OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in Sports Administration/Management, Physical Education, Sports Science, Hospitality and Tourism, Education (with Geography) or related fields from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate in Sports Administration and Management to Diploma in Sports Administration and management of Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

E) Bachelor of Science (Community Resource Management)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in either of the following subjects:

Alternative A: Biology or Agriculture, Geography or Home Science.

Alternative B: Business Studies, Commerce, Accounting or any other Art - based subjects.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in Community Development or Extension related work from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of C – (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma of at least Credit pass in Community Development or Extension-related work at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

F) Bachelor of Economics G) Bachelor of Economics and Statistics H) Bachelor of Economics and Finance

Campuses: Main and City

Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or Equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics OR at least two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary pass at KACE (‘A’ Level) with at least a Credit in Mathematics at KCE (‘O’ Level).

OR a C-(Minus) at KCSE with a diploma in economics and C+ (Plus) in mathematics at KCSE.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) with a C+ (Plus) in Mathematics at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma in relevant field of study at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

2. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & LIFELONG LEARNING

DIPLOMA PROGRAMME:

a) Early Childhood Education

Campuses : Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or its equivalent and a Certificate in ECE with TSC registration.

Course Duration: 2 years

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a)Bachelor of Education (Arts)

Campuses: Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in two subjects of career choice.

OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE and a Diploma in Education from a recognized institution with at least C+ (plus) in two subjects of career choice and have at least two (2) years of teaching experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Education (Science)

Campuses: Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in two subjects of career choice and C (plain) in Mathematics.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) or its equivalent at KCSE or Div. III at KCE or its equivalent with P1 Certificate or Diploma in Education or KACE with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary and C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE with at least C+ (Plus) in two subjects of career choice and have at least two (2) years teaching experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

c)Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education)

Campus: Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with a Diploma in ECE with TSC registration.

OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE or its equivalent having a Certificate and a Diploma in ECE with TSC registration.

Course Duration: 4 years

d) Bachelor of Education (Home Economics)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirement.

Mean grade of C+ at KCSE or its equivalent and at least C+ (Plus) in Home science or Biology and any other science subject of choice and C (plain) in Mathematics.

OR Mean grade C (plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with a diploma from Kenyatta University or any other recognized /accredited Institution. In addition , the applicant must have attained at least C+ (Plus) in Home Science or Biology and any other science subject of choice, a C (plain) in Mathematics and have at least two (2) years of teaching experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

e) Bachelor of Education (Physical Education and Sports)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirement.

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent, with C + (Plus) and above in the teaching subject of choice to be combined with Physical Education. In addition, a candidate must have a minimum grade C (Plain) in KCSE or its equivalent in at least one science subject or Mathematics.

OR Mean grade of C (plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with a diploma in Physical Education or any other related field from a recognized institution with C+(Plus) and above in the teaching subject of choice to be combined with Physical Education. In addition, a candidate must have a minimum grade of C (Plain) in KCSE or its equivalent in at least one science subject or Mathematics and have at least two (2) years of experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

f) Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

Campus: Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in two teaching subjects OR

Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or equivalent or one (1) Principal and one (1) Subsidiary at KACE and be holders of P1, S1, with a Diploma in Education or Special Needs Education from a recognized Institution with at least C+ (Plus) in two teaching subjects and have at least two (2) years teaching experience OR

Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions with at least C+ (plus) in two teaching subjects and have at least two (2) years teaching experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

g) Bachelor of Education (Primary Teacher Education)

Campuses: Main,

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent and C+ (plus) in two teaching subjects of specialization.

OR P1, S1 or its equivalent with at least two (2) years’ experience as a Primary School Teacher, Inspector, Education Officer, Curriculum Developer or other Primary Education field staff. Must have attained C (Plain) mean grade at KCSE or equivalent and C+ (Plus) in two teaching subjects of specialization.

OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with a Diploma in Education from a recognized institution with C+( Plus) in two teaching subjects of specialization and have at least two (2) years of teaching experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

h) Bachelor of Education (Library Science)

Campus :Main

Minimum requirements.

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or its equivalent, with C+ (Plus) in two teaching subjects.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in two teaching subjects at KCSE or its equivalent with a Diploma in Library Science or Information Science or Archives Administration or any other related field from a recognized institution and have at least two (2) years of experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

3. SCHOOL OF LAW, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES:

a) Film and Theatre Arts

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of D+ (Plus) 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.

Course Duration: 1 year

b) Music

Main Campus Only

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Music.

Course Duration: 1 year

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES:

a) Film and Theatre Arts

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication OR Mean grade of D+(Plus) or equivalent with Certificate in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication or P1 certificate with a minimum of Division III and proven participation in Creative Arts.

Course Duration: 2 years

b) Communication and Media studies

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) 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 D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with a certificate of at least Credit Pass in a relevant field of study from recognized institution or Certificate in Journalism and/or Mass Communication and proven experience/interest will be considered.

Course Duration: 2 years

c) Music

Main Campus Only

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Music or Credit pass in Music at Certificate level of Kenyatta University or ABRSM grade 5 theory and grade 4 practical.

Course Duration: 2 years

d) Fine Art

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a minimum grade of C- in Art and Design.

OR Certificate in Art and Design from a recognized institution.

OR A portfolio of artworks to be presented before a University selection panel for interview and selection.

Course Duration: 2 years

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a) Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Media Studies)

Campus: Main

Mean grade of C+ at KCSE or its equivalent with B (Plain) in English/Kiswahili OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or its equivalent with C (Plain) in English/Kiswahili with a Diploma of at least credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

These candidates MUST ALSO have a Diploma or equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized Post-Secondary Institution. Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with a minimum of two (2) principal passes and one (1) Subsidiary, and a minimum of a Credit Pass in English/Kiswahili at the KACE level.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Arts in Film and Theatre Arts

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean Grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with Diploma in Film or Mass Communication or Theatre Arts. OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in Film or Mass Communication or Theatre Arts. Proven prior participation in creative Arts activities or experience involvement.

Course Duration: 4 years

c) Bachelor of Music

d) Bachelor of Music (Technology)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least B (Plain) in Music or its equivalent

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) or equivalent with Diploma in Education with Music or Diploma in Music of Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution or Primary One (P1) Certificate with at least ABRSM Theory of Music grade 5.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

NB: In Bachelor of Music (Technology), preference will be given to candidates who have in addition of at least a C (Plain) in Mathematics and Physics at KCSE or its equivalent.

Course Duration: 4 years

e) Bachelor of Science (Fashion Design and Marketing)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Art and Design or Home Science or any one Science subject.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in Fashion Design or Clothing from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

f) Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent with a minimum of C in Art and Design.

OR mean grade of C+ (Plus) or its equivalent but without Art. These should present a portfolio of artworks to the department of Fine Art and Design for assessment.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in Fine Art and Design from a recognized institution

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a P1 Certificate and proven experience in Fine Art and Design from accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

g) Bachelor of Security Science and Management

Mode: Part-time

Campuses: City

Minimum entry requirements:

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent

OR ‘A’ Level or K.A.C.E. or its equivalent with two principal passes and a subsidiary pass.

OR Holders of a Diploma in Security Science and Management, Diploma in Security and Correction Science, Diploma in Crime Prevention and Management or any other diploma from a recognized institution of learning provided they scored a C- (Minus) at KCSE or its equivalent.

OR Holders of a certificate in Security Science and Management, Certificate in Security and Correction Science, Certificate in Crime Prevention and Management or any other Certificate from a recognized institution of learning provided they scored they scored D+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent and a relevant diploma.

OR Any degree holder from an Institution of higher learning recognized by the Kenyatta University Senate.

Course Duration: 4years

h) Bachelor of Arts (Gender and Development Studies)

Campuses: Main and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent

OR Division II in ‘O’ Level plus three (3) years relevant work experience.

OR ‘A’ Level Certificate with two (2) Principals of D (Plain).

OR A Degree or a Diploma from a recognized institution of higher learning.

OR Mean grade of C – (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

i) Bachelor of Arts

Campuses: Main, City and Mombasa

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C + (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in three (3) subjects chosen from English, Kiswahili, Literature, History and Government, Geography, Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, Business Studies, Islamic Religious Education, French, German, Hindu Religious Education.

OR A mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and a Diploma in relevant field of study from a recognised institution and a minimum of C-(Minus) in three subjects chosen from English, Kiswahili, Literature, History and Government, Geography, Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, Business Studies, French and German.

Course Duration: 4 years

j) Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

Campus: Main - Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C (Plain) in English and Mathematics.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) with a Diploma (Passed with Credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution of higher learning. OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) with a certificate followed by a Diploma (passed with credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution of Higher learning.

Course Duration: 4 years

k) Bachelor of Arts (Counselling Psychology)

Campus: Main – Full time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C (Plain) in English and Mathematics.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) with a Diploma (Passed with Credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution of higher learning with two (2) years working experience in a relevant field e.g. Counselling, Psychology, Public health, Nursing, Computer Science, Religion/Theology, Social Work, HIV/AIDS, Laboratory Technology. OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) with a certificate then a Diploma (passed with credit) in any field of study from a recognized institution of Higher learning with two (2) years working experience in a relevant field e.g. Counselling, Psychology, Public health, Nursing, Computer Science, Religion/Theology, Social Work, HIV/AIDS, Laboratory Technology.

Course Duration: 4 years

l) Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Administration (BPPA)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least grade C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English.

OR A- Level Certificate with two (2) principal passes and a credit pass in Mathematics at O- Level.

OR Diploma with a credit pass in a relevant field from a recognized institution with KCSE Mean grade of C (Plain) and C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English.

Course Duration: 4 years

m) Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy.

Mode: Part-time

Campuses: City

Minimum requirements.

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent.

OR K.A.C.E (A level certificate) of two principal passes and a subsidiary pass or its equivalent.

OR A degree from a recognized university or institution of higher learning.

OR Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE and Diploma from recognized university or institution of higher learning.

OR Mean grade of D+ (plus) at K.C.S.E and progressed from certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Meet any other bachelor degree admission criteria requirements as provided by KNQA and CUE.

Course Duration: 4 years

n) Bachelor of Laws ( Full Time )

Campus: Parklands.

Minimum requirements.

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent with a minimum of grade B (plain) in English/Kiswahili.

OR at least two (2) principal passes at an advance level or an equivalent qualifications

OR A degree from a recognized University.

OR a Credit pass in a Diploma in Law from an accredited institution.

Course Duration: 4 years.

NB: Deadline for application into Bachelor of Laws is 15^th June, 2026.

o) Bachelor of Laws ( Part Time)

Campus: Parklands.

Minimum requirements.

Mean grade of C+ (plus) at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent with a minimum of grade B (plain) in English/Kiswahili.

OR at least two (2) principal passes at an advance level or an equivalent qualifications

OR A degree from a recognized University.

OR a Credit pass in a Diploma in Law from an accredited institution.

Course Duration: 4 years.

NB: The LLB Evening class has a capacity limit. Applications received after the capacity is reached will be processed for the subsequent intake.

CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

Programme

Minimum Entry Requirement

Mode of study /Duration

Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Language)

a) Candidates must have a minimum grade of C+, in KCSE examinations or its equivalent with a Chinese Language Proficiency Test (HSK) Level III or Youth Chinese Test (YCT) Level IV.

b) Holders of a Diploma in Chinese Language and Culture with a Chinese language proficiency test (HSK) Level III or Youth Chinese Test (YCT) Level IV.

c) Minimum requirements for admission to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Confucius Institute such as Mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (plus) or equivalent in three subjects chosen from English, Kiswahili, History, Geography, Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, Business Studies, Islamic Religious Education, Chinese, French, German, Hindu Religious Education.

Full time

4 years

Main Campuses

Diploma in Chinese language and culture (TVET)

Candidates must have a minimum grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE examinations or its equivalent with at least D- (Minus) in English or Kiswahili or KACE with at least a Subsidiary pass or mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE with a certificate in Chinese language and culture awarded at Kenyatta university or level II Chinese language proficiency test awarded by Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution. In addition to the above requirements, applicants should have either a Credit pass in certificate in Chinese language and culture. Or a Credit pass in Chinese Language Proficiency test, (HSK) level II or youth Chinese Test (YCT) level III.

Full time

2 years

Main Campus

Proficiency in Chinese Language and Culture

Be holders of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE D+) Or equivalent or Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) with two (2) years’ work experience.

Full Time/Part - Time (One Semester)

Day time –Main Campus

Evening – City Campus

Certificate in Chinese language and culture

Mean grade D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent OR Proficiency in Chinese Language and Culture.

Full/Part -Time (2 semesters)

Day time - Main Campus

Day time - City Campus

Evening - City Campus

Beginners in Chinese language and Culture.

Bonafide Kenyatta university students taking other Programmes.

Part-time (One semester)

Weekdays (5.30 - 7.00pm)

Proficiency in Chinese Language and culture for Kenyatta University members of staff.

At least form four, diploma or degree certificate.

Part-Time (One semester)

Evening–Main/City Campus

SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

a) Information Science (DIS) – (TVET)

Campus: Main, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kitui – Full-Time

Minimum requirement.

Mean grade of C- (Minus) 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 or more years’ relevant practical experience.

Course Duration: 2 years

b) Records Management and Information Technology (DRIT) – (TVET)

Campus: Main, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kitui – Full-Time

Minimum requirement.

Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE examination.

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

c) Information Technology

Campus: Main - Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C - (Minus) in Mathematics and English.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C- (Minus) in both Mathematics and English with Certificate in related field from recognized institution.

Course Duration: 2 years

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a) Bachelor of Science

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least B- (Minus) or equivalent in any three of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture and Geography.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Science (Telecommunication and Information Technology)

Campus: Main –Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least B- (Minus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted. In either electronics or electrical engineering or telecommunications with a credit pass from a recognized institution. In addition, applicants must have obtained minimum grade of C- (Minus) in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics.

Course Duration: 4 years

c)Bachelor of Science (Analytical Chemistry with Management)

Campus: Main-Full Time

Minimum requirements

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 - (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

d)Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry with Management)

Campus: Main-Full Time

Minimum requirements

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 - (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

e) Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

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 Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

In addition, applicants must meet specific degree requirements.

Course Duration: 4 years

f) Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

g) Bachelor of Science (Microbiology)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

h) Bachelor of Science (Biology)

Campus: Main - Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Biology or Biological Sciences and any other two (2) subjects from the following:

Alternative A: Chemistry C+ (Plus), Physics C+ (Plus), Geography C+ (Plus),

Alternative B: Physical Sciences B- (Minus), Biological Sciences C+ (Plus), Geography C+ (Plus),

OR Have a minimum of two (2) Principal passes in Science subjects in KACE or A-level one of which must be Biology.

OR Have a Diploma in relevant Subjects with at least a Credit pass from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

OR Have a Higher National Diploma with a Credit pass in a Biology related Subject from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

OR Have any other qualifications accepted by the University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

i) Bachelor of Science (Conservation Biology)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology or Biological Sciences and any other two (2) subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture and Physical Science/Physics. OR Have a minimum of two (2) Principals passes one of which must be Biology at KACE. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE/EACE with at a Credit Pass at Diploma in any of the following areas: Forestry, Education (Biology, Agriculture), Wildlife/Wetlands or any other relevant applied Science programme from an institution recognized by the University Senate OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

j) Bachelor of Science (Statistics and Programming)

Campus: Main – Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a B (Plain) in Mathematics, C+ (Plus) in English and C (Plain) in Physics. OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Duration: 4 years

k) Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science)

Campus: Main – Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a B (Plain) Mathematics and C+ (Plus) in English and Physics C (Plain) OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Duration: 4 years

l) Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Computer Science)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least B (Plain) or equivalent in Mathematics,

C+ (Plus) in English and C (Plain) in Physics.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus)

And D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

m) Bachelor of Science (Forensic Science)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent. In addition, candidates should have;

Alternative A: Biology C+ (Plus), Chemistry C+ (Plus), Physics C+ (Plus), Mathematics C+ (Plus)

Alternative B: Physical Science B, Biological Science B, Mathematics C+ (Plus).

OR two (2) Principal passes at A-level in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass either in Physics or Mathematics.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

OR KCE Division III and C+ in each of the mandatory subjects plus at least two relevant working experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

n) Bachelor of Science (Molecular and Cellular Biology)

Campus: Full Time - Main

Minimum requirements

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

o) Bachelor of Science (Coastal and Marine Resource Management)

Campus: Main – Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and B – (Minus) in Biology or Biological Sciences and any other 2 (two) subjects from the following:

Alternative A: Chemistry C+ (Plus), Physics C+ (Plus), Geography B- (Minus).

Alternative B: Physical Sciences B- (Minus), Geography B- (Minus).

OR Have a minimum of 2(two) Principal passes in Science subjects in KACE one of which must be Biology.

OR Have a Diploma in relevant Subjects with at least a Credit pass from an Institution recognized by the University senate.

OR Have a Higher National Diploma with a Credit pass in a Biology related Subject from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

OR Have any other qualifications accepted by the University Senate.

OR Those with Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline and KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus) and D+ (Plus) respectively can be admitted.

Course Duration: 4 years

p) Bachelor of Library and Information Science

Campus: Main

Minimum requirement.

Any of the following:

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in Library Science and/or

Information Science or Archives Administration.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE examination and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at

Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

q) Bachelor of Information Technology

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or Equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in both Mathematics and English. OR Be holders of KACE certificate with a minimum of two Principal passes and one Subsidiary pass at A-level and a minimum of a Principal pass in Mathematics or Physics with Credit pass in Mathematics at O-level

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and accredited Diploma in Information Technology or related field from accredited institution with a C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and an accredited Certificate and Diploma in Information Technology or related field in a recognized institution. In addition, the candidate must have scored C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English at KCSE.

Course Duration: 4 years

r) Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and

Physics OR Candidates with a Diploma in Computer Science or related field with a Credit pass from an accredited institution and a Mean grade of C - (Minus) at KCSE with C - (Minus) Mathematics,

Physics and English

Course Duration: 4 years

s) Bachelor of Science (Records Management & Information Technology)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirement.

Any of the following:

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE examination or its equivalent.

OR Mean grade of C - (Minus) at KCSE examination or equivalent with a Diploma in Library Science

Or Records and Archives Management.

OR Mean grade of D + (Plus) at KCSE examination and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at

Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 year

5.SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a) Bachelor of Science (Agriculture)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent. In addition, the candidate must have obtained a minimum of C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography and Physics/Physical Science. In addition, candidates must have obtained Grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent.

OR Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least a Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR Mean Grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a certificate in a relevant field with at least a credit pass, and a progression to a Diploma in a relevant field with at least a Credit Pass from Kenyatta University or an Institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Science (Crop Improvement and Protection)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent. In addition, the candidate must have obtained a minimum of C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent

Course Duration: 4 years

c) Bachelor of Science (Agribusiness Management)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Mathematics and in any two (2) of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture/Geography, Economics/Business Studies and Physical Sciences

OR Mean grade of KCSE C-(Minus) at KCSE or equivalent and two years (Minimum) Diploma with credit in Agriculture, Commerce, Accounting, Economics, Farm management, Agribusiness or any other related discipline from an institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate. OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and Progressed from Certificate to Diploma in relevant field with at least credit pass from Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution.

Course Duration: 4 year.

d) Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Resource Management)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ in Biology and any two (2) subjects chosen from the following: Chemistry, Agriculture/Geography, Physics/Physical sciences. In addition, candidates must have attained a C (Plain) in Mathematics.

OR Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least a Credit pass in a subject related to Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Applied Biology or any related discipline from a recognized institution. OR Mean Grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a Certificate in a relevant field with at least a credit pass, and a progression to a Diploma in a relevant field with at least a Credit Pass from Kenyatta University or an Institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

e) Bachelor of Science (Dry Land Agriculture and Enterprise Development)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

OR Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent and a Diploma of at least a Credit pass in a subject related to Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Applied Biology or any related discipline from a recognized institution. OR Mean Grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a Certificate in a relevant field with at least a credit pass, and a progression to a Diploma in a relevant field with at least a Credit Pass from Kenyatta University or an Institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

f) Bachelor of Science (Animal Health and Production)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Biology or Biological Sciences and any one of the following subjects: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences

OR Two Principals and one Subsidiary pass at KACE level or equivalent, one of which must be in Biology and in any other science subject.

OR A minimum of C- (Minus) at KCSE with at least a Credit pass Diploma in Animal Health /Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology/ Animal production from an institution recognized by the University senate.

OR Minimum of D+ (Plus) at KCSE with at least credit pass in both Certificate and Diploma in Animal Health/ Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution approved by the University Senate.

OR A degree in a Biological Science from an institution recognised by the University Senate.

OR any other qualifications equivalent to the above from an institution recognised by the University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

g) Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Education and Extension)

Campus: Kitui-Full Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+(Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in: Biology, Agriculture, Chemistry/Geography, Mathematics/Physics/Physical Sciences

OR Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least a Credit pass in Agricultural Education or related Agricultural Course, Environmental Studies, Applied Biology, Agribusiness or any other related discipline a recognized institution. OR Mean Grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least a Certificate in a relevant field with at least a credit pass, and a progression to a Diploma in a relevant field with at least a Credit Pass from Kenyatta University or an Institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.

Course Duration: 4 years

h) Bachelor of Environmental Sciences

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in three of the following subjects: Mathematics/Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences and Geography.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with Diploma from a recognized institution with Credit Pass in Environmental Science or any relevant field.

OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE or its equivalent and completed an ordinary Diploma course with a minimum credit grade in any Environmental related course.

OR Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and completed a certificate and Diploma course with a minimum credit grade in any Environmental related field.

Course Duration: 4 years

i) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Environmental Resource Conservation)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in three subjects chosen from Biology/Biological Sciences, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture and Mathematics. OR KCSE C (Plain) with Diploma from a recognized institution with Credit pass in Environmental related discipline. OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and completed Diploma course with a minimum credit grade in any Environmental related field.

OR Mean grade D+ (Plus) at KCSE and completed a certificate and Diploma course with a minimum credit grade in any Environmental related field.

Course Duration: 4 years

j) Bachelor of Science (Environmental Education)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ or equivalent in any three of the following subjects: Mathematics, English, Biology, Geography, History, Agriculture, Economics, Commence, Accounting and Any Religious Subject.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent or mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in any Environmental related field. OR Mean Grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE and completed a Certificate course with a minimum credit grade and completed an ordinary Diploma course with a minimum credit grade in any Environmental field.

Course Duration: 4 years.

k) Bachelor of Environmental Studies and Community Development

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in any three of the following subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History and Government, Home Science and Agriculture. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a field related to Environment and Community development with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in any two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History and Government, Home Science and Agriculture. A-level candidates must have at least 2 principles in relevant subject.

Course Duration: 4 years

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a) Bachelor of Science (Real Estate)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

The minimum university entry mean grade of C+ (Plus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education and must have a obtained at least a grade of C+ (Plus) in each of the following subject cluster:

(i) Mathematics

(ii) English or Kiswahili

(iii) Physics or Chemistry or Biology or Accounts or Commerce or Economics

(iv) Geography or Agriculture or History and Government or Building and construction or Drawing and Design

KACE (A-Level) - Two Principal passes in any one of the following subjects at: Economics, History, Geography, Commerce or any other relevant subject and a Credit pass in the English language and Mathematics at KCE Level or Equivalent.

Diploma holders

Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) Diploma or its equivalent in: Building Construction, Architectural Studies, Land surveying and Civil Engineering; or Diploma in Estate Agency and Property Management from Kenyatta University or any other institution of higher learning; OR Diploma in Technology (DIP. Tech) in Land Administration from an institution recognized by Kenyatta University Senate.

Degree holder - A University degree or its equivalent from a recognized University in the following areas: Architecture, Engineering, Urban Design, Economics, Quantity Surveying, Urban and Regional Planning, Construction Management, Housing and Commerce.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Architectural Studies/Bachelor of Architecture.

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Have the minimum University entry mean grade of C+ (Plus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and must have a minimum grade of C + (Plus) in the following subjects:

Mathematics
Physics
English or Kiswahili
Biology or Chemistry Or
Geography or History or Art and Design Or
Home science or Art and design or Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer Studies Or
French, German ,Arabic, Music, Business Studies

A-Level - Two Principal passes in any one of the following Subjects: Economics, History, Geography, Commerce or any other relevant subject and a Credit pass in English language and mathematics at KCE level or equivalent.

Approved Diploma- Candidates with a Kenyatta University approved Diploma, Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Diploma with at least a Credit in: Building Construction, Architectural Studies, Lands Surveying and Civil Engineering; or Diploma in Estate Agency and Property Management or Diploma in Technology (DIP. Tech) in Land Administration.

Course Duration: Architectural Studies (4 years)

Bachelor of Architecture (6years)

c) Bachelor of Science (Urban and Regional Planning)

Campus : Main

Minimum requirements

The minimum university entry mean grade of C+ (Plus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education and must have a minimum of grade C+ (Plus) in the following subjects:

Mathematics
English/Kiswahili
Biology/Chemistry/physics and one other subject from the following;
Geography/History and Government/Christian Religious Education / Islamic Religious Education / Hindu Religious Education Or
Home Science, Art and Design, Agriculture, Woodwork, Metalwork, Building Construction, Power Mechanics, Electricity, Drawing and Design, Aviation Technology, Computer Studies Or
French, German, Arabic, Kenyan Sign Language, Music, Business Studies.OR

At least two (2) Principal passes in Mathematics or Economics and any of the following subjects: Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, History and a Credit pass in English language at KCE or equivalent examination. OR Approved Diploma recognized by Kenyatta University Senate in Land Surveying, Cartography, GIS/RS, Building Construction, Architecture, Applied Sciences or related fields with a Credit pass.

Course Duration: 4 years

d) Bachelor of Environmental Planning & Management

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in any three of the following subjects: Geography, Mathematics, English, Business Studies, Art and Design, Agriculture, Biology.

OR Two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary at KACE or equivalent in the relevant subjects.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma from a recognized/accredited institution.

Course Duration: 4 years

e) Bachelor of Science (Construction Management)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

The minimum university entry mean grade of C+ (Plus) in the KCSE and must have a minimum of grade of C+ (Plus) in the following subject clusters:

(i) Mathematics

(ii) Physics

(iii) Geography and or History and government or Christian Religious Education, Islamic Religious Education, Hindu Religious Education Or

(iv) Biology, Chemistry Or

(v) Home Science/ Art and Design/Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer Studies Or

(vi) French, German ,Arabic, Music, Business Studies

A-Level - Candidates should have a minimum of two (2) Principal passes in Mathematics and Physics and a Credit pass in English at O-Level.

Diploma (TEP) – or Equivalent - Candidates should have a minimum of Credit pass in Diploma (Technical Education Project) in Construction Management by the Kenya National Examinations Council or an equivalent qualification.

Diploma in Technology – or Equivalent Candidates should have a minimum of Credit pass in Diploma in Technology (Dip. Tech.) in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Architecture or any other related discipline from a recognized institution.

Higher Diploma (H. Dip) or Equivalent - Candidates should have a minimum of Credit pass in Higher National Diploma (H.N. Dip.) in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Architecture or any other related discipline from the Kenya National Examinations Council or an equivalent qualification.

Degree Holders - A University degree or its equivalent from a recognized University in the cluster areas with at least a C+ (Plus) in Mathematics in KCE or KCSE.

Course Duration: 4 years

f) Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering)

Main Campus

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and chemistry or equivalent with a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years.

g) Bachelor of Science (Aerospace Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. (Geography is an added advantage).

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

h) Bachelor of Science (Civil Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. (Geography is an added advantage).

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

i) Bachelor of Science (Petroleum Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. (Geography is an added advantage).

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and chemistry or equivalent and a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

j) Bachelor of Science (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

k) Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and English.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent with a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and Biology.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

l) Bachelor of Science (Agricultural and Bio-systems Engineering)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least B+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics and physics, B (Plain) in Chemistry and a C+ (Plus) in English. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 5 years

m) Bachelor of Science (Energy Technology)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (A’ Level) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent and a Higher Diploma of Credit pass in relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 4 years

7.SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Certificate programme

Certificate in Hearing Health(Hearing Instrumentalist)

Campus: Main Mode of study (Face-to-face fulltime and Blended)

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE or equivalent, with at least C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent in English/Kiswahili/Kenyan Sign Language, Biology and Mathematics/Physics.

OR candidates with disability and have obtained a Mean grade of D+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent, with at least D+ (Plus) or equivalent in English/Kiswahili/Kenyan Sign Language, Biology and in Mathematics/Physics.

Course Duration: 1 year

Diploma programmes

Diploma In Hearing Health (Hearing Health Technician)

Campus: Main

Mode of study ( Face-to-face (fulltime) and Blended)

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C (plain) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C(Plain) or equivalent in the following subjects: English/Kiswahili/Kenyan Sign Language, Biology and in mathematics/physics.

OR candidates with disability shall have obtained a Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C- (minus) at KCSE or equivalent in English/Kiswahili/Kenyan Sign Language, Biology and Mathematics/Physics.

OR Mean Grade of C – (Minus) in KCSE or equivalent, with a certificate in fields of study related to Hearing Health from a recognised institution.

Course Duration: 2 years

DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

a) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or two Principal Passes at A - level or their equivalent and must have passed in the following subjects and obtained the grades shown below:

Alternative A: Biology B (Plain), Chemistry B (Plain), Physics/Mathematics B (Plain), English/Kiswahili B (Plain).

Alternative B: Biological Sciences B (Plain), Physical Sciences B (Plain), Mathematics B (Plain), English/Kiswahili B (Plain)

OR 2 Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a Subsidiary pass in Mathematics or physics at A level or their equivalents

OR a minimum C+ (Plus) or Division II at O Level with a Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognised Medical Training Institution and Must have practiced as a registered Clinical Officer

OR Degree Holders in Biological Sciences, Zoology, Botany, Biology, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Clinical Medicine.

Course Duration: 6 years

NB: Deadline for application into MBChB is 15^th June, 2026.

a) Bachelor of Science (Medical Laboratory Science)

Main Campus

Minimum requirements

Mean Grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE. In addition, the candidate must satisfy one of the following alternative entry requirements:

Alternative A: Biology C+(Plus), Chemistry C+(Plus), English/Swahili C+, Physics/Mathematics C+ (Plus).

Alternative B: Biological Sciences C+ (Plus), Physical Sciences C+ (Plus), English/Swahili C+ (Plus).

Alternative C: IGCSE: 2 Principals in Biology and Chemistry and 1 Subsidiary.

Course Duration: 4 years

b) Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science –Mature Entry /Upgrading

Mean grade C (Plain) at KSCE and a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science and must be registered by Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board (KMLTTB) with at least 2 years’ experience post-registration.

Course Duration: 3 years for Diploma Holders and 2 years for Higher National Diploma Holders

c) Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm.)

Main Campus

Minimum requirements

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 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.

Course Duration: 5 years

NB: Deadline for application into Bachelor of Pharmacy is 15^th June, 2026.

d) Bachelor of Science (Nursing and Public Health)

Main Campus

Minimum requirements

Mean Grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE and passed the subject cluster subjects as indicated or their equivalents as shown below

Alternative A: Biology C+ (Plus), Chemistry C+ (Plus), Mathematics/Physics C+ (Plus), English/Kiswahili C+ (Plus)

Alternative B: Biological Sciences C+ (Plus), Physical Sciences C+ (Plus), Mathematics C+ (Plus), English/Kiswahili C+ (Plus)

Alternative C: 2 Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass either in Physics or Mathematics

Alternative D: Diploma in Nursing plus the following:

KCSE aggregate C (plain) OR KCE/EACE Division II OR KACE 1 principal and 2 subsidiaries
Valid practice licence by the Nursing Council of Kenya

Course Duration 4 years:

NB: Deadline for application into BSC (Nursing and public Health) is 15^th June, 2026.

f) Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)

Campus: Main – Full time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in at least one of the following subjects: Biology, Mathematics, Physics/Physical Science or Chemistry.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with a Diploma in Sports Administration/Management, Physical Education, Sports Science, Hospitality, Nutrition, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Public Health and Coaching or in other related field from a recognized institution.

Course Duration: 4 years

g)Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health

Campuses: Main-Full Time and City-Part Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in the following subjects: Mathematics/Physics, Chemistry/Physical Sciences, Biology/Biological Sciences, English/Kiswahili

OR At least a grade C (Plain) at KCSE and a Diploma with at least a Credit from a recognized institution in the following areas: Environmental Health, Environmental Studies, Water and Civil engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Clinical medicine, Biomedical sciences, Public Health, Community Health and Nursing, Nutrition or any other health related course.

OR Those who had a C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to any of the above Diplomas at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 year

h)Bachelor of Science (Occupational Health and Safety)

Campus: Main – Full Time and City-Part time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C + (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in the following subject: Mathematics/Physics, Chemistry/Physical Sciences, Biology/Biological Sciences, English /Kiswahili.

OR Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE and a Diploma with at least a Credit from a recognized institution in the following areas: Occupational health and Safety, Environmental Health, Environmental Studies, Water and Civil engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Clinical medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Community Health and Nursing, ,Nutrition or any other health related course.

OR Those who had a C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to any of the above Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Course Duration: 4 years

i)Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion

Campuses: Main and City

Minimum Requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in the following subject: Mathematics/ Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English/Kiswahili

OR KCSE C (Plain) or Division III at KCE with a Diploma with at least a Credit from recognized institution in the following areas Health promotion, Environmental Health, Pharmacy, Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Community Health Nutrition, Health Services Management and other Related Courses.

Course Duration: 4 years

j)Bachelor of Science in Population Health

Campus: Main

Minimum Requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in English/Kiswahili, Mathematics/Physics, Biology and Chemistry

OR Diploma with a Credit pass in a health related field from a recognized institution with at least KCSE C (Plain) and at least a C (Plain) in the following subjects: English/Kiswahili, Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics/Physics

OR Diploma with a Credit pass in a health related field from a recognized institution with at least Division III at KCE. Those with Diploma must have at least 2 years relevant post qualification experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

k)Bachelor of Science (Health Records and Informatics Management)

Campuses: Main – Full time and City - Part Time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in English/Kiswahili, Biology/Biological Sciences and Mathematics

OR Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or equivalent with Diploma of at least Credit pass in Health Records and Information Technology from a recognized institution.

OR Mean grade of C – (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma in a relevant field at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institution.

Course Duration: 4 years

l)Bachelor of Science (Health Service Management)

Campus: Main – Full time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in English/Kiswahili, Mathematics and any one science/ humanities subject.

OR C Plain at KCSE or Division III at EACE with a Credit in a Diploma in management or systems management from a recognized institution with at least a two (2) years post qualification experience.

Course Duration: 4 years

m) Bachelor of Science (Community Health)

Campus: Main – Full time

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) in Mathematics, Biology/Biological Sciences and English/Kiswahili.

OR A Diploma in a relevant health service field with two (2) years working experience in a relevant field with at least C (Plain) in the following subjects: Mathematics/Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English/Kiswahili.

Course Duration: 4 years

n) Bachelor of Science (Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics)

Campus: Main

Minimum requirements

Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent and C (Plain) in English/Kiswahili, C (Plain) in Chemistry/Physical Sciences, C (Plain) in Biology/Biological Sciences and C (Plain) in any of the following subjects Physics, Mathematics and Geography. OR KCSE Mean grade of C (Plain) with a Diploma in Nutrition from recognized institution shall be eligible for admission. Other admission requirements include those of regulatory bodies such as the Kenya Nutritionists and Dieticians Institute (KNDI) as it is in this programme.

Course Duration: 4 years

MODE OF APPLICATION, REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURES

Please note that the University no longer accepts manual /physical applications for admission in all programmes.
All applications for admission into the programmes will be via the link ku.ecitizen.go.ke

To ease the application process;

Ensure you have met the eligibility criteria for the selected program.
Ensure you have scanned Academic Transcripts, Certificates and identification documents i.e. your National Identification Card or Birth certificate for under age.
Ensure you have clear Passport Photo in .jpg, .jpeg, png format.
Ensure you have the required application fee of Kshs. 2,050/= (for East Africans) on your MPESA line for completing the application process.
Payment for online application is only by MPESA through details provided on the application portal only
Diploma holders from recognized institutions may apply for Credit Waiver in consultation with their respective schools upon admission. Credit waiver application forms are obtainable on request when collecting application form or can be downloaded from Kenyatta University website at www.ku.ac.ke

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