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Veterinary Pathology and DIagnostics

University of Nairobi
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #7
Tuition EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Nairobi, Kenya
Language English

Program Overview

The Veterinary Pathology and DIagnostics 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 Veterinary Pathology and DIagnostics 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 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Veterinary Pathology and DIagnostics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Advanced Immunology
  2. Oncology
  3. Advanced Histopathology Ii
  4. Diagnostic Pathology (necropsy) Ii
  5. Pathology Of Wildlife Diseases
  6. Pathology Of Fish Diseases
  7. Pathology Of Avian Diseases
  8. Applied Molecular Pathology
  9. Research Project

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Holders of Upper Second Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the University of Nairobi Senate.

  • Holders of a Bachelor of Science degree with Lower Second Class Honours in a relevant discipline, but with at least two years relevant research work experience evidenced by publications, or relevant postgraduate diploma in any of the areas listed above or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the University of Nairobi Senate .

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 1,292 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,292 (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...

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months