Program Overview
The Medical Statistics at University of Nairobi is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics 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 mathematics & statistics. 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 Medical Statistics 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 4,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,431 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Statistical Methods I
- Epidemiological Methods I
- Data Management And Statistical Computing
- Sample Survey Methods
- Design And Analysis Of Clinical Trials.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Candidates eligible for admission into the MSc. degree in Medical Statistics shall have the following qualifications:
- Holders of Bachelors degrees in Medicine & Surgery, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine and Nursing Sciences from the University of Nairobi.
- Holders of at least an upper second class Bachelors degree in Science, Engineering, Agriculture and Arts based subjects with strong mathematical background from the University of Nairobi.
- Holders of a lower second class degree in the disciplines specified in (2) above plus postgraduate diploma or at least two years of relevant research/work experience in their respective fields.
- Holders of a pass degree in the disciplines specified in (2) plus a post-graduate diploma in the relevant disciplines with at least two years of research/work experience.
- Holders of a pass degree in the areas specified in (2) plus at least five years of research/work experience.
- Any other qualifications equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by the Senate of the University of Nairobi.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 4,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,431 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 4,645 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,431 (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
