University Of Nairobi

University of NairobiAdmission Information BookletforUndergraduate Courses 2010/2011Academic YearQuality Policy StatementThe University of Nairobi is committed to quality throughteaching, research and creative works; fostering an intellectualculture that bridges theory with practice and producing holisticgraduates prepared for a life of purpose, service and leadership. Theuniversity is committed to good corporate governance, excellenceand professionalism, freedom of thought in academic inquiry,responsible citizenship, creativity, innovativeness, teamwork andadaptation to change.In order to realize this commitment, the University managementwill monitor and review its quality performance from time to timethrough the implementation of an effective Quality ManagementSystem based on ISO 9001:2008 standard.

University of NairobiVisionISO 9001:2008 CertifiedA world class University committed to Scholarly excellence.MissionTo provide quality University education and training and to embodythe aspirations of the Kenyan people and the global communitythrough creation, preservation, intergration, transmission andutilization of knowledge.Core ValuesIn our quest for timely provision of quality service, we shall beguided by the following Core Values; Freedom of thought and expressionInnovativeness and creativityGood corporate governanceTeam spirit and teamworkProfessionalismQuality customer serviceResponsible corporate citizenship and strong social responsibilityRespect for and conservation of the environment. University of Nairobi, 2010Admissions OfficeAll rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means,electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without expressed authority from the author.Published in 2006, reprinted in 2007, 2008,2009 and 2010.

Table of ContentsIntroductionApplication Procedure.General Admissions Criteria.College of Architecture and Engineering (CAE)School of Engineering.School of Art and Design.School of the Built Environment.12445College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS)Faculty of Agriculture.7Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. 8College of Biological and Physical Sciences (CBPS)School of Biological Sciences.School of Physical Sciences.School of Mathematics.School of Computing and Informatics.College of Health Sciences (CHS)School of Dental Sciences.School of Medicine .School of Pharmacy .School of Nursing .College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS)School of Law .School of Journalism and Mass Communication.Faculty of Arts.School of Business.Institute of African Studies.Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations.School of Economics.College of Education and External Studies (CEES)101112131415151516171720212222School of Education.School of Continuing and Distance Education.2427List of Courses and Degree Codes.30

Admission Information BookletforUndergraduate Courseshttp://www.uonbi.ac.keIntroductionThe University of Nairobi has responded to national, regional and Africa’shigh level manpower training needs by developing and evolving, diversifiedacademic programmes and specializations in sciences, applied sciences,technology, humanities, social sciences and the arts. Through self-sponsoredprogrammes, invaluable opportunity has been opened to thousands ofKenyans and non-Kenyans, who meet university admission requirements.The location of the University in the capital city and its environs is anadvantage that has seen the university increasingly become a busy hub andcitadel of academic activity at all times. In addition to the regular, evening andweekend programmes, classes are conducted at the University’s Campusesin Mombasa and Kisumu and also in the Extra mural Centres located inthe following centers; Garissa, ogio,Lamu and Nyeri.This booklet contains information about the entry requirements into thevarious undergraduate degree programmes, diploma, certificate, bridgingand foundation courses offered at the University of Nairobi,the mode ofstudy,fees payable and various contacts for further enquiries. Details of thecourse content may be obtained from the University of Nairobiwebsite: www.uonbi.ac.ke.The University of Nairobi hosts the Secretariat of the Joint AdmissionsBoard (JAB) for all the Public Universities. Information pertaining to JABis available from:The Academic Registrar ,Admissions Office Reception,University of Nairobi, Main CampusAdministration Block, 1st FloorTel: 254-20-318262 Ext. 28285 or 28213, Fax: 254-20-245566 orvia E-mail at admission@uonbi.ac.ke or secretaryjab@uonbi.ac.keJAB website http.jab.uonbi.ac.ke.

Module II & III, Self Sponsored Programmes andDistance Education Application DatesUniversity of Nairobi has three intakes in an Academic year with the mainintake being in September /October for all the courses andi) December/January for Bachelor of Education(Arts), Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Commerce,Bachelor of Hospitality Management,Bachelorof Travel and Tourismii)April/May for Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education(Arts),Bachelorof Education Early Childhood, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor ofEconomics ,Bachelor of Economics and Statistics ,Bachelor of Journalismand media Studies,Bachelor of Art Broadcast Production, Bachelor ofHospitality Management,Bachelor of Travel and Tourism,Bachelor ofArts Broadcast Production and all Diploma and Certificate coursesThe advertisements for the intakes are usually carried in the local press twomonths before the intake and March/April for the September/October mainintake.Application ProcedureApplication forms may be obtained from the University Main CampusGhandi Wing , Room G3 and from any of the UoN Extra Mural Centersin Garissa, Kakamega, Kisumu, Mombasa, Nakuru, and Nyeri andother centres , upon payment of a non-refundable application fee of Kshs3,000. The application fee may be paid by Direct Deposit at any BarclaysBank Branch into the UNES/UON Account, Westlands Branch, A/C No.03-073-1023948. Banker’s cheques will also be accepted. CASH andpostal orders WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Application forms mayalso be downloaded from the University of Nairobi website: www.uonbi.ac.ke (“Admissions”), with evidence of payment of the application feefurnished at the time of application submission.The completed application forms, copies of certificates, two passport sizephotographs and two copies of the application fees receipt should bereturned to:The Academic Registrar , Admissions Office Reception at Main Campus,Administration Block, 1st Floor (in person) or any UoN Extra MuralCenter or Sent to the Academic Registrar (Admissions Office), Universityof Nairobi, Box 30197-00100, Nairobi (via mail or courier)More information may also be obtained from the admissions office, Tel: 254-20-318262 Ext. 28285 or 28213, Fax: 254-20-245566 or via E-mailadmissions@uonbi.ac.ke1Admission Information Booklet for Undergraduate Courses

Proficiency in EnglishApplicants from non-English speaking countries will be required to producea certificate of proficiency in English such as Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL)Distance EducationThe University of Nairobi has embarked on ‘Distance Learning’ mode ofdelivery intended to favour those students who may not be available totake courses either on full time or part time (evenings and weekends) basis.Currently, the following courses are being offered by distance learningmode:-Bachelor of Education (Arts), Bachelor of Education (Science),Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. Otherprogrammes are due to follow soon.General Admissions Criteria1. Bridging CoursesThe minimum admission criteria to Bridging Courses shall be:i. KCSE mean grade of C or equivalent and at least a C- in thesubject to be bridged or equivalent .2. Certificate CoursesAdmission to Certificate Courses will be based on any of the followingminimum qualifications:i. KCSE mean grade of C- or equivalent.ii. An O’ level mean grade of Division III or equivalent.iii. An A’ Level qualification with a minimum of two subsidiary passesor equivalent.3. Diploma CoursesAdmission to Diploma Courses will be based on any of the following minimumqualifications:i. KCSE mean grade C.ii. KCSE mean grade C- or equivalent plus a Certificate.iii. An O’ level qualification with a minimum division III or equivalent.iv. An A’ level qualification with a minimum of two subsidiary passesor equivalent.2Admission Information Booklet for Undergraduate Courses

NB.i) Certificates must be from an Institution recognised by theUniversity of Nairobi Senateii) The certificates should have been undertaken for a period of atleast one Semester.4. Degree ProgrammesAdmission to Bachelor’s Degree Programmes will be based on any one ofthe following minimum qualifications:i. KCSE mean grade C or equivalentii. KCSE mean grade C- or equivalent plus a Certificate and Diplomaiii.O Level Division II or equivalent plus a Diploma.iv. O Level Division III or equivalent plus a Certificate and Diploma.v. O Level Division III or equivalent plus a three-year Diploma from arecognized post secondary Institution for admissions to Bachelor ofEducation.vi. Diploma from University of Nairobi or other recognized institutionsand an aggregate of C in KCSE or equivalent.vii.A Level with two principal passes or equivalent in relevant subjectsOnly Applicants whose results are available at the time of applicationwill be considered.viii.CPAII/CPSII/CIPS or equivalent for Commerce and Arts and shouldhave attained an aggregate of C in KCSE or O level Division III.ix. P1 from a two-year post secondary training institution for entry intoBachelor of Education with Minimum KCSE Mean Grade C or OLevel Division III .x. Higher National Diploma in relevant fields and should have attainedan aggregate of C in KCSE.xi. Degree from a recognized University.xii.Equivalent qualifications to the above from institutions recognisedby Senate.5. Foundation Coursesi. The university offers foundation courses in Sciences and Arts.ii. Applicants who have C- would be admitted to the FoundationCourse as a prerequisite for university admission.The various courses are listed under Schools/Institutes/Faculties outlinedin the colleges below. Please note that in the tables, abbreviations used are B.A.(Bachelor of Arts), B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science), B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce),MBchB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery), B. Pharm. (Bachelor ofPharmacy), B.Ed (Bachelor of Education), Dip (Diploma), Cert. (Certificate).3Admission Information Booklet for Undergraduate Courses