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Applied and Technical Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry
Course Code- I08
Industrial Chemistry is the branch of chemistry which applies physical and chemical processes towards the transformation of raw materials into products that are of benefit to humanity. The goal of the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry degree programme is to produce graduates who will be highly skilled in this activity. We do this by first giving the students a strong foundation in chemistry, mathematics and physics. The Industrial Chemistry graduate is a chemist with knowledge linkages in engineering, chemical processing, economics and industrial management.
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Bachelor of Science Analytical Chemistry
Course Code- I14
Analytical chemistry is the science of measurement and identification of the chemical compounds that underlie most aspects of modern life and plays a central part within the chemical industry. It also involves the processing and communication of information about the composition and structure of matter.
The students will be expected to complete a total of 12 courses in each of the first two academic years. The first two years comprise Eight (8) core chemistry courses covering the traditional areas of inorganic, organic and physical chemistry, as well as a basic grounding in mathematics and computer skills (including use of the World Wide Web). In the final two years, in addition to the traditional core chemistry courses designed for chemistry majors, students will choose from specialist options in the field of analytical chemistry. They will also undertake a small analytical chemistry-type research project and/or dissertation in your final fourth year.
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Applied and Technical Physics
Bachelor of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics
Course Code- I44
The mounting of this course is meant to be the basis for serious capacity building to attain the critical mass of expertise needed for the development of space science in Kenya which ultimately will be critical to the establishment of a Kenya Space Agency, whose establishment is long overdue.
Currently, Kenya is engaged in some joint Space Science activities, with the Italian Government through the San Macro Project in Malindi
This degree course is designed to train graduates who will have the relevant skills to work in areas of Basic and Applied Space Sciences, such as Satellite Space Stations (e.g. San Macro in Malindi), Astronomical observations and Aeronautical Engineering.
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Bachelor of Science in Microprocessor Technology & Instrumentation
Course Code- I39
Cognizant of the transformative power of Science and technology, there is need to train highly motivated and competent manpower capable of addressing any emerging issues and innovations in the spectrum of information, science and technology.
The situational analysis undertaken by members of the department has resulted into consultations with experts within and outside the University. This culminated into a successful stakeholders’ workshop on the revision of the programme. The programme will provide leadership in innovation in the region for the benefit of the society and industry and further meet the societal needs such as in teaching, research laboratories, medical, industry, undertaking postgraduate studies and address new emerging issues related to information, science and technological innovations. The programme is envisaged to create employers and employable graduates in both formal and informal sectors.
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Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Geology
Course Code- I13
The University of Nairobi allows students to specialize in Geology by registering for Geology courses only in the third and fourth years of the B.Sc. programme. Students wishing to specialize in Geology are advised to select apart from Geology courses, appropriate courses in Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Geography in the 1st and 2nd years.
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Bachelor of Science in Meteorology
Course Code- I10
The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology programme is a four year programme, developed to embrace new developments in the science of meteorology and the expanding areas of meteorological application.
The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills in weather and climate system analysis, weather forecasting, early warning, environmental pollution and Environmental Impacts Assessment, Biometeorology, Agrometeorology, Hydrometeorology, Renewable Energy Resources, Marine Meteorology, Aviation Meteorology and Environmental Meteorology.
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Education science
Bachelor of Education (Science)
The Bachelor of Education (Science) Degree Programme is intended to prepare teachers for secondary schools. However, it is also suitable for people who are involved in educational management and training in the tertiary institutions both in the public and private sectors. In addition some subject combinations provide competency in Research , Planning and Management of science and technology institutions as well as technological research practices. Students who go through the programme can also become trainers in tertiary institutions as well as institutions of higher learning
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Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Course Code- H12
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is a foundational course in chemistry that has material covering the traditional branches of chemistry namely organic, inorganic and physical. It also has courses from other branches of chemistry such as analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry and industrial chemistry as well as other disciplines such as physics. It seeks to explain factors that cause reactions to occur, how they occur and their adverse and non-adverse effects on our well being. It prepares one to pursue postgraduate studies in any of these fundamental branches.
The students in the final two years, in addition to the traditional core chemistry courses designed for chemistry majors, will choose from specialist options in the field of analytical chemistry. They will also undertake a research project and/or dissertation in their final fourth year
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Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology & Biotechnology
Course Code- I23
This is a collaborative Programme between the Departments of Botany and Zoology. The first two years of study are designed to give the students a broad but well detailed coverage of biology including introductory courses in Microbiology. During this time the students will also take foundation courses in chemistry and biochemistry. This will enable them to gain a better understanding of how microorganisms function and to appreciate the diversity of their roles in nature during the later part of the course.
In the last two years of study, the Microbiology/Biotechnology Programme will endeavor to expose the students to the immense biotechnological potential that microorganisms have and how it is exploited for economic benefit in the modern age.? Students who have successfully gone through the programme should be able to find employment opportunities in food and pharmaceutical industries; medical; agricultural and other research institutions; quality control and even diagnostic laboratories among others.
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Statistics
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
Course Code- I63
Statistics is a practical discipline which helps us to solve real problems in the real world. The field of Statistics provides the Scientist with some of the most useful techniques for evaluating ideas, testing theory and discovering the truth. The Scientist thus can make informed decisions by using Statistical methods. Statistics has applications in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computing (Statistical computing is a highly sought skill), and Economics, Finance, Psychology, Physics and Health industry. In all these fields evidence-based decision making impacts positively in proper utilization of available resources and spur Economic growth. The delivery of the programme is based on inter-faculty collaboration and the use of information technology (IT). The aim of this programme is to provide students with the opportunity to develop confidence and skills to apply statistical principles to solve practical problems in industry and public service.
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Actuarial Science
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
Course Code- I574
The University of Nairobi provides students with the opportunity to develop confidence and skills to apply Actuarial Science techniques to solve practical problems in the financial sector and society in general. This course is ideal for those who excel in and enjoy mathematics, in particular modelling and probability, especially those who like asking "What if?". It will equip the student with the skills to become an actuary and also offers a good starting point for those who want to use their skills in risk management, investment management or financial analysis.
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Computing
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Course code – P15
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme imparts and fosters students with the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes for professional excellence and competences in computer science theories and practice areas through quality teaching, research and innovation. The dynamic and emerging trends in Information, Communication and Technologies (ICTs) developments and the appropriation of the same ICTS, provides the context that continues to inform our teaching and learning.
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Masters Programmes
MASTER OF PHARMACY IN INDUSTRIAL PHARMACY
Course code – U53
The Master’s degree programme in Industrial Pharmacy is intended to produce a pool of personnel who will be involved in research, drug development and manufacture of quality pharmaceutical products. The programme provides students with advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the pharmaceutical industry and equips the students with advanced contemporary knowledge on the principles of pharmaceutical design, discovery, research and development.
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MASTER OF PHARMACY IN PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS
Course code – U59
Pharmaceutical analysis is one of the key specialities in the field of pharmacy practice that focuses on quality of drugs at the production, registration, circulation and utilization stages. The Master of pharmacy degree course in Pharmaceutical Analysis is intended to train highly qualified analysts involved in both quality assurance and quality control of pharmaceuticals and related substances. On completion of the course, the students will be expensed to be competent in modern analytical techniques, monitoring of pharmaceutical and related manufacturing processes and the setting up and running of a quality control laboratory. The analyst will obtain sound scientific foundation to qualify them for academic appointments and carry out original research.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN ANATOMY
Course code – H548
This programme aims to provide students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of human anatomy. The programme shall be done by coursework and dissertation. Candidates shall undertake six core courses and one optional course in the first year; and a research project leading to a dissertation in the second year. The research project for the dissertation shall be undertaken only after successful completion of coursework.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY
Course code – H550
This programme is to designed enable students have an in depth understanding of structure and functioning of the human body, the programme exposes students to current literature and research findings in Physiology.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Course code – H549
The Master of Science degree in Medical Microbiology incorporates training in various methods of diagnosis and control of these diseases. Apart from focusing on understanding the biology, pathology, immunology, molecular biology, diagnosis, control and management of these diseases, the course prepares candidates for higher doctorate degrees in the field of microbiology.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL STATISTICS
Course code – W62
The Master of Science in Medical Statistics course aims at training such personnel by equipping them with the relevant knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of statistics and their applications in health research. The Course prepares students to develop and apply techniques of mathematics, statistics and computing to health research and health care delivery, provide statistical expertise on public health issues and analyze and interpret medical data.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TROPICAL & INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Course code – W64
The Masters in Tropical and Infectious Diseases is designed to build core Infectious Disease Control teams consisting of physicians, dentists, pharmacists, nurses, epidemiologists and biologists; capable of predicting disease outbreak, carrying out disease surveillance and controlling disease epidemics. The established core teams will be expected to work closely with the relevant ministries, non-governmental and international organizations to combat and control diseases.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN VETERINARY PATHOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY
Course code – J514
This program is designed to develop human resource with technical expertise in Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology and parasitology for effective diagnosis, control, innovative research and training on diseases of terrestrial and aquatic animals. veterinary Pathology, Microbiology and parasitology program provides world-class quality university education and training that will enable the learner to create, preserve, integrate and transmit knowledge and skills to meet the needs of the Kenyan people and global community at large.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL PATHOLOGY & LABORATORY DIAGNOSTICS
Course code – J519
The overall goal of this program is to develop human resource with technical expertise in clinical pathology for effective laboratory diagnosis, innovative research and training on diseases of terrestrial and aquatic animals.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN VETERINARY EPIDEMIOLOGY & ECONOMICS
Course code – J526
This course provides training in essential skills epidemiological and Economics studies, the programme covers statistics and economics, and techniques in the economic analysis of epidemiological data.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
Course code – J527
The Master of Science Degree in Pharmacology and Toxicology is designed for Veterinary, Medical and other graduates involved in the protection and improvement of animals and human health and environment. The post-graduate programme is intended to train graduates to conduct research, teach in academic institutions and also undertake other related duties in government service and private sector. Graduates will be exposed to a broad study of drugs, poisonous compounds, environmental pollutants, analytical techniques, recent advances in Pharmacology and Toxicology research.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN VETERINARY PUBLIC HEALTH (MVPH)
Course code – J530
The programme is a component of public health activities devoted to the application of professional veterinary skills, knowledge and resources to the protection and improvement of human health. The role of public health in the global health agenda is to promote activities that contribute to the improvement of health for all and help realize its objectives. Increasing population and urbanization calls for new methods of food production, food quality and safety assurance to reduce food related infections. Training in VPH will meet the demands for straight forward and clear answers regarding emerging disease problems. This course at the University of Nairobi is designed to cater for veterinarians and other public health personnel.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NATURAL PRODUCTS & BIO-PROSPECTING
Course code – J534
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN VETERINARY ANATOMY AND CELL BIOLOGY
Course code – J539
The Master of Science degree course in Anatomy and Cell Biology medical sciences is intended to train graduates for professional teaching and research in areas of basic medical sciences and especially comparative vertebrate anatomy. Graduates with the MSc degree should also be able to relate structures to function on in various vertebrate types in a comparative manner and should be able to carry out research in areas related to comparative aspects of vertebrate anatomical sciences. The course also emphasizes the importance of appreciating the three dimensional profile of body structures in situ to the students.
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Master of Science in Comparative Animal Physiology
Course code – J542
The programme offers a comprehensive coverage in comparative physiology of vertebrates, provide an in-depth study through specific options in order to prepare course recipients for academic work in research and in institutions of higher learning and equips professional working in biomedical sciences with cutting edge knowledge in physiology that will improve their working skills.
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MASTER OF PHARMACY IN PHARMACOEPIDEMIOLOGY AND PHARMACOVIGILANCE
Course code – U51
To enhance knowledge and skills of the graduate to read and evaluate scientific literature and be able to conduct independent and original research, enhance knowledge and skills of the graduates so as to provide specialized services in specific areas of pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacovigilance and to train graduates with skills, knowledge and competence so as to optimize
resource utilization for the most effective and least costly interventions.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY
Course code – U52
Molecular pharmacology is a discipline concerned with the study of bio-molecular mechanisms that underpin how drugs interact with living systems to alter function. It is a relatively new discipline that focuses on cellular and molecular levels as sites of drug action and function. Learners are equipped with skills in molecular pharmacology is therefore needed to contribute to innovative research that would lead to discovery of new medicines or advance the understanding of biological phenomena. Graduates of the molecular pharmacology programme can find employment in research, academia and clinical settings.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN METEOROLOGY
Course code – I581
The Master of Science in Meteorology programme aims to equip students with skills, knowledge and competencies in the science of meteorology and its applications, advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in Meteorology. The course also equips the students with tools necessary for them to work in operational, research and training institutions and expose the students to areas of current research and applied meteorological interests.
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Course code – I580
The course is designed to provide specialized training to make students adequately competent in their fields of specialization as well as train geological manpower in the fields that are commensurate with the country’s needs to cope with the contemporary challenges.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN POPULATION STUDIES
Course code – Q56
The Master of Science course in Population Studies is intended to prepare graduates of Science in Mathematics or any other sciences with strong quantitative background for careers in government service, academic and private sector, which may demand more sophisticated skills for research and teaching in population studies. Particular attention will be given to a level of competence necessary for undertaking high quality research in population studies aimed at furthering the national development goals.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Course code – I501
The programme covers research methods, chemical separation and instrumentation and statistics and chemometrics. Postgraduate students in analytical chemistry will acquire skills that will enable them develop new methods for use of instruments in the analysis of chemical compounds. The course is structured to equip the students with knowledge in the operation of a wide range of modern analytical instruments.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY
Course code – I605
The course covers research methods, material science, waste management, project management and total quality management, impart students with skills to understand develop and modify industrial technologies and therefore promote industrial development. Provide students with knowledge in transforming the chemical and allied industry through their involvement in research and development, policy and business decision making.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
Course code – I572
The philosophy of Master of Science in Environmental Chemistry degree programme is that students are facilitated by various instructional means and conducive environment to acquire advanced environmental chemistry knowledge and skills to enable them to succeed in their careers and to make local and global contributions in environmental chemistry and related fields. This Master of Science in Environmental Chemistry degree programme responds to the goals of Vision 2030 by offering Environmental chemistry knowledge and skills that exploits natural resources in an environmentally sustainable way in order to drive the industrialization process.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOCHEMISTRY
Course code – H561
The programme is designed equip students with theoretical and practical skills in Biochemistry and related fields that are applicable in major sectors of our economy namely, health,
agriculture and industry, train skilled personnel to undertake research and academic responsibilities in institutions of higher learning in the field of Biochemistry and related disciplines and to enhance the capacity of the students to exploit and conserve the rich
biodiversity available within the ecosystem.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Course code – I583
The Master of Science in Biotechnology degree programme responds to the question
of the relevance of the degree to market, societal, economic, and environmental demands. At the end of this programme, the learner should be able to: Employ the fundamentals of disciplines that form biotechnology such as biology, computer applications, and mathematics and research methods. Apply modern biotechnological tools and related techniques in solving real-world biological challenges and improve quality of life. Illustrate the ability to carry out quality applied and basic research in a multidisciplinary platform. Evaluate and critique studies in related fields and assess tools for research. Design biosafety guidelines for genetically modified organisms and recombinant DNA products for the benefit of society.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOINFORMATICS
Course code – I560
This Programme is designed to provide sound knowledge of various aspects of the Bioinformatics as relevant to teaching, research development and entrepreneurship in Bioinformatics. This would assist in formulating adequate strategy to facilitate the application of biotechnology in research and encourage its use for the development of marketable products as well as to protect the environment and improve the quality of life. This Programme is designed to provide sound knowledge of various aspects of the Bioinformatics as relevant to teaching, research development and entrepreneurship in Bioinformatics. This would assist in formulating adequate strategy to facilitate the application of biotechnology in research and encourage its use for the development of marketable products as well as to protect the environment and improve the quality of life.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACTUARIAL SCIENCE
Course code – I574
The Master of Science in Actuarial Science course is designed to equip the students with advanced training in theoretical and practical aspects of Actuarial Science in order for them to work in life and non-life insurance companies (designing insurance products and valuing financial contracts and investing funds); consultancy (offering advice to occupational pension funds and employee benefit plans); government service (supervising insurance companies and advising on the national insurance); and also in the stock exchange, industry, commerce and universities. The overall objective of this course is to equip students with theoretical and practical knowledge, develop and apply techniques of mathematics, statistics, probability, and finance to solving real business problems.
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MASTER OF ARTS IN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
Course code – Z51
The programme is designed to advance knowledge in within the country and the region. It also responds to market need for experts in within government, business, civil society and international agencies. Its development follows stakeholder consultations and input. The design of the program and courses mainstreams issues of climate change. The philosophy of this programme is to inspire the learners to take a leading role in environmental decision making and policy initiatives. The Objectives of this course is to enable students to have good knowledge of environmental law and equip them with hands-on and relevant skills in environmental governance and to provide specialised training for those interested in practising environmental law as a specialised discipline either as drafters, legal advisers, corporate lawyers or legal practitioners
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MASTER OF ARTS IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Course code – Z50
This programme encompasses the identification of environmental problems, providing guidelines, objectives and action plans towards promotion of sustainable development. The programme specifically aims to equip students with hands-on and advanced skills in environmental governance; demonstrate the relationship between environmental policy and science and prepare policy makers and corporate leaders with skills to upstream and mainstream environment into development agenda.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLIMATE CHANGE
Course code – I54
The Master of Science programme in Climate Change seeks to contribute to the national and global initiatives of responding to climate change effects through capacity building in various components of Climate Change Science including Change hazards, vulnerability and risk assessment; Mitigation; and Adaptation. This programme is unique in its coverage and is designed to cover a wide range of knowledge and skills required to address the challenges of regional and global climate change and sustainable development. The programme is designed to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge in Climate Change Science.
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MASTER OF CLIMATE CHANGE & ADAPTATION
Course code – I58
The Master of Climate Change Adaptation (MCCA) programme of the University of Nairobi seeks to improve the science and practice of climate change and adaptation. It explores the fundamental changes caused by anthropogenic and natural activities that influence the alteration of the living earth’s environment.
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Doctoral programmes
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN MEDICINE
Course code - H80
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MEDICAL STATISTICS
Course code: W83
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
Course code: H810
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN HUMAN ANATOMY
Course code: H804
The overall goal of the programme is to equip the grandaunts with knowledge, attitudes, skills and competencies that are necessary for a research scientist in specific thematic areas of human anatomy. The gradualness are expected to appraise scientific developments in the field of Human Anatomy for translational research, design research in specific thematic areas of anatomical sciences and translational research which address the science of health needs, practice dissemination of anatomical sciences to relevant audiences and demonstrate leadership in specific thematic areas of anatomical sciences and translational research.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN VETERINARY EPIDEMIOLOGY
Course code: J801
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN VETERINARY PATHOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY
Course code: J808
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
Course code: J84
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN ANIMAL GENETICS AND BREEDING
Course code: J86
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN COMPARATIVE ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
Course code: J90
The program is to produce highly skilled researchers with capacity to innovate, interrogate and make inferences on intricate issues on physiological and related sciences, using integrative, explorative and investigative approaches. The graduates from the program will represent a critical mass of future potential key researchers, all trained in interdisciplinary research, while still representing different scientific traditions and backgrounds and forming an inspiring and cross-pollinating research circle. The researchers will be in a position to address issues related to ambiguities, in physiological and related sciences, train and supervise postgraduate students at masters and doctoral levels. Additionally, the graduates will form a pool of trainers for universities worldwide.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN VETERINARY EPIDEMIOLOGY AND ECONOMICS
Course code: J92
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN PHARMACEUTICS
Course code: U802
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT
Course code: I823
The Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology programme offers high-level hands-on training in the new cutting-edge biotechnology techniques. These techniques can be exploited to solve human, animal, and plant health as well as environmental problems that continuously put the world under the pressure of diseases, pollution, and food shortage. Current trends in biotechnology offer an important solution to most of these problems in a multidisciplinary approach. The aim of this program is to train holistic graduates who are able to assume leadership roles in pursuit of knowledge through quality biotechnology research, consultancy, and community service. This course is aligned to the UNESCO standards classification of education and training (ISCED-F, 2013) section 0588 (Inter-disciplinary programmes and qualifications involving natural sciences, mathematics, and statistics) of the international standard classification of education by UNESCO. The Ph.D. candidates will be required to carry out their thesis research under supervision and subsequently compile a thesis that would be presented for examination in the prescribed manner for a Doctoral thesis in all faculties.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN BIOINFORMATICS
Course code: I837
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS
Course code: I810
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS
Course code: I817
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE IN ACTUARIAL SCIENCE
Course code: I834
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN CLIMATE CHANGE & ADAPTATION
Course code: I85
The Doctor of Philosophy in Climate Change and Adaptation programme of the University of Nairobi seeks to impart the science and practice of climate change and adaptation. It explores the fundamental changes caused by anthropogenic and natural activities that influence the alteration of the living earth’s environment.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
Course code: Z81
The PhD programme in Environmental Law focuses on developing the capacity of professionals in the field of development and implementation of environmental regulations, norms and institutions. Such professionals will also advise policymakers, administrators and actors in environmental governance and participate in resolving disputes in the environmental field.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Course code: Z82
In a world fractured by the effects of environmental degradation, political turmoil, economic crises and chronic famine it is self-evident that cultures of peace depend on good governance and equitable access, utilization and distribution of natural resources. Transformative leaders and change agents with a multidisciplinary practical knowledge on resource economy, policy, legal pluralism, community mobilization skills and appropriate participatory approaches are required to assist communities in sustainable utilization of resources as well as develop policy and generate research data that would guide integrated environmental management. In response to needed human capacity in this area, the institute has developed a multidisciplinary and experiential learning program in peace and environmental studies.
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Higher Doctorate Degrees
Those eligible for the award of a Higher Doctorate of the University of Nairobi must among other requirements be holders of the Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Medicine degree of the University of Nairobi or the Doctor of Philosophy degree from any other recognized university of at least five years standing.
The Common Regulations for Higher Doctorates of the University of Nairobi other than Honorary Degrees are set out in the University Calendar. The Higher Doctorate, the regulations stipulate, shall only be awarded for the original published work such as would give a candidate authoritative international standing in his/her particular field of research.
The application must be based wholly or substantially on original work of distinction carried out by the candidate. The term ‘‘published’’ shall mean printed in a referred journal, book or monograph which shall have been made available to the public.
The submitted works by the candidate is assessed by an Evaluation Panel.
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