Program Overview
The Educational Foundations at University of Nairobi is a MEd programme in Education 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 education. 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 Educational Foundations 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 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Foundations programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Historical Foundations Of Education
- Philosophical Foundations Of Education
- Sociological Foundations Of Education
- Advanced Comparative Issues In Education
- Foundations Of Adult And Continuing Education
- Foundations Of Learning, Guidance And Counselling
- Ancient Foundations Of Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The common regulations for the Masters degree in all Faculties shall be applicable.
The following shall be eligible for admission:
- A holder of the degree of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) of at least second class honours of University of Nairobi or its equivalent from any other recognized university;
- A holder of the degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) of at least second class honours and a postgraduate diploma in education (PGDE) of the University of Nairobi or the equivalent qualifications from any other university recognised by Senate.
- A holder of a pass degree, for categories a and b, with an advanced professional certificate, and five or more years of teaching or management of education.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,535 (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
