Program Overview
The Anthropology at University of Nairobi is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Kenya and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 1,640 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Anthropology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Implementation Research For Disease Control
- Culture, Health And Disease
- Ecology, Health And Disease
- Food, Culture And Disease
- Anthropology Of The Body
- Fundamentals Of Health Social Science
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The common regulations governing postgraduate diplomas in all Faculties/institutes/Schools shall apply:
- A holder of a first degree with at least Second Class Honours(Lower division from the University of Nairobi or any other institution recognised b the Senate.
- A holder of a first degree of Pass level from the University of Nairobi or any other institution recognised by the Senate with three years working experience in Museum or heritage institution.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,640 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,640 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nairobi directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Nairobi
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
TheUniversity of Nairobi(uonbiorUoN;Swahili:Chuo Kikuu cha Nairobi)is acollegiateresearch universitybased inNairobiand is the largestuniversityinKenya.Although its history as aneducational...
University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
