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Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis

University of Nairobi
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #7
Tuition USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Language English

Program Overview

The Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis at University of Nairobi is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health 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 medicine & health 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 Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Diagnosis programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Clinical Virology
  2. Clinical Bacteriology And Mycology
  3. Fundamentals Of Applied Molecular Biology
  4. Laboratory Animal Science
  5. Pathology Of Environmental Diseases
  6. Biosafety And Laboratory Safety
  7. Animal Welfare

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Eligibility for applying:
  • holders of the following non-classified degree awards of the University of Nairobi or other University recognised by the Senate of the University of Nairobi:-
    • Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine.
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
    • Any other non-classified degree/qualification equivalent to any of the above
    Holders of lower second class honours degree in areas specified in 4 above and either a postgraduate diploma in relevant area OR at least 3 years research/work experience. 

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 2,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,402 (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 logo

    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...

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    • Start Date Sep, 2026
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months