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Postgraduate Education
The
Academic Division
co-ordinates graduate programmes at the University of Nairobi; the division coordinates syllabi and regulations; admission of graduate students; coordination of supervision of graduate programmes; and processing of graduate theses, projects and dissertations. Further, the Academic Affairs Division provides support in sourcing and administration of graduate scholarships and research grants, as well as ensure general welfare and discipline of graduate students.
Admissions
Admission for postgraduate degree programmes is done throughout the year for January and September intakes. Application is done online through the Online Application System:
https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/
Admission Criteria
Doctor of Philosophy Degree
: The applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree should have a masters degree from the University of Nairobi or an equivalent qualification from institutions recognized by Senate. In addition, the applicants should submit a research proposal showing that they are capable of carrying out original research.
Fellowship:
Applicants for Fellowship programmes should have a minimum of Upper Second Class Honours Degree in the relevant discipline from the University of Nairobi or Equivalent qualification from Institutions recognized by Senate.
Masters Degree
: Applicants for masters degree programmes should have a minimum of Upper Second Class Honours Degree in the relevant discipline from the University of Nairobi or Equivalent qualification from Institutions recognized by Senate. Persons with lower qualifications but with postgraduate diplomas after Bachelors' degrees are also considered for admission.
Postgraduate Diploma
: Applicants for Postgraduate Diplomas should have a minimum of a pass degree
Required documents for application
Postgraduate Diploma and Masters
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Fellowship
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD by course work, examination and thesis
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD by thesis only
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD Proposal
NB: All applicants;
To attach documents certified by the university attended
Show evidence of accreditation status in cases where one studied in a foreign university
Proof of English proficiency for non-English speaking countries only
Translated documents into English for applicants from non-English speaking countries should be attached
Application Procedure
Application done at
Online Self Sponsored Students Application System
Download
Application procedure here
for guidance.
For further information on postgraduate studies and admissions, please contact:
Academic Affairs
P.O. Box 30197 00100, NAIROBI
Telephone Number: 020 491 0000
E-mail:
admissions@uonbi.ac.ke
Website:
Academic Affairs Division
Home
Postgraduate Education
The
Academic Division
co-ordinates graduate programmes at the University of Nairobi; the division coordinates syllabi and regulations; admission of graduate students; coordination of supervision of graduate programmes; and processing of graduate theses, projects and dissertations. Further, the Academic Affairs Division provides support in sourcing and administration of graduate scholarships and research grants, as well as ensure general welfare and discipline of graduate students.
Admissions
Admission for postgraduate degree programmes is done throughout the year for January and September intakes. Application is done online through the Online Application System:
https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/
Admission Criteria
Doctor of Philosophy Degree
: The applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree should have a masters degree from the University of Nairobi or an equivalent qualification from institutions recognized by Senate. In addition, the applicants should submit a research proposal showing that they are capable of carrying out original research.
Fellowship:
Applicants for Fellowship programmes should have a minimum of Upper Second Class Honours Degree in the relevant discipline from the University of Nairobi or Equivalent qualification from Institutions recognized by Senate.
Masters Degree
: Applicants for masters degree programmes should have a minimum of Upper Second Class Honours Degree in the relevant discipline from the University of Nairobi or Equivalent qualification from Institutions recognized by Senate. Persons with lower qualifications but with postgraduate diplomas after Bachelors' degrees are also considered for admission.
Postgraduate Diploma
: Applicants for Postgraduate Diplomas should have a minimum of a pass degree
Required documents for application
Postgraduate Diploma and Masters
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Fellowship
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD by course work, examination and thesis
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD by thesis only
KCSE/O-Level Certificate
Certified copies of undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Applicants with KCSE C (plain) to attach certified copy of diploma from KNEC in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Applicants with KCSE C- (minus) to attach certified copies of a certificate and a diploma in addition to those stated in 1 & 2
Certified copies of masters degree certificate and transcripts
PhD Proposal
NB: All applicants;
To attach documents certified by the university attended
Show evidence of accreditation status in cases where one studied in a foreign university
Proof of English proficiency for non-English speaking countries only
Translated documents into English for applicants from non-English speaking countries should be attached
Application Procedure
Application done at
Online Self Sponsored Students Application System
Download
Application procedure here
for guidance.
For further information on postgraduate studies and admissions, please contact:
Academic Affairs
P.O. Box 30197 00100, NAIROBI
Telephone Number: 020 491 0000
E-mail:
admissions@uonbi.ac.ke
Website:
Academic Affairs Division