Program Overview
The Comparative Animal Physiology at University of Nairobi is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Comparative Animal Physiology 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
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative Animal Physiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Homeostasis And Physiology Of Excitable Tissues
- Systemic Physiology
- Energy Metabolism And Environmental Physiology
- Molecular Biology
- Biostatistics And Computer Use
- Principles Of Sci. Communication
- Anatomy And Physiology Of Repro.
- Control Of Repro. & Fertility Disorders
- Digestive Physiology And Energy Metabolism
- Environmental Physiology\t90\tView Description
- Anatomy And Physiology Of Cardiovascular System
- Anatomy And Physiology Of Respiratory System
- Functional Muscle Anatomy And Fibre Metabolism
- Muscle Mechanics And Energetics
- Anatomy And Physiology Of The Nervous System
- Behavioral & Applied Neurophysiology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The following shall be eligible for registration for the degree of Master of Science in Animal Physiology:
- Holders of BVM or MBChB degrees of the University of Nairobi, or equivalent degrees from any other institution recognized by the senate.
- Holders of BSc. (Biomedical Technology, Zoology, Biology, Animal Physiology or Anatomy, Wildlife Management) of the University of Nairobi or a recognized University with at least upper second-class honors or lower second-class honors with a minimum of one (1) year work experience in a relevant field.
- A candidate who has obtained a Bachelor\'s degree or an equivalent qualification in zoological sciences in a relevant discipline from other recognized institutions.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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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
