Program Overview
The Chemistry at University of Nairobi is a MSc programme in Natural 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 natural 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 Chemistry 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 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Physical Methods In Inorganic Chemistry
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Chemical Kinetics
- Advanced Electrochemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Chemical Applications Of Group Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The following shall be eligible for registration for the Master of Science degree in Chemistry
- The common regulations for the Masters degrees in the School of Physical Sciences shall apply.
- In addition to meeting (a) above, candidates wishing to register for Master of Science in Chemistry must have any of the following:
(i) A degree of the University of Nairobi of at least an Upper Second Class Honours in Chemistry or equivalent from any other institution recognized by the Senate.
(ii) A lower Second Class honours degree of the University of Nairobi in Chemistry or equivalent from any other institution recognized by the Senate plus at least two years relevant research/work experience
(iii) A pass degree of the University of Nairobi in Chemistry or equivalent from any other institution recognized by the Senate plus at least five years relevant research/work experience
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,080 (Tuition (Year)) — National 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months
