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Educational Foundations

University of Nairobi
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #7
Tuition EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MEd
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Language English

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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,535 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Educational Foundations programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Historical Foundations Of Education
  2. Philosophical Foundations Of Education
  3. Sociological Foundations Of Education
  4. Advanced Comparative Issues In Education
  5. Foundations Of Adult And Continuing Education
  6. Foundations Of Learning, Guidance And Counselling
  7. Ancient Foundations Of Education

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The common regulations for the Master’s 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

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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