Kirinyaga University (KyU) is a public Chartered university in Kenya. It is located in Kutus Town, Kirinyaga County, in the Central Region of Kenya; approximately 115 km northeast of Nairobi along the Sagana–Embu Highway. Established in 2011 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), Kirinyaga University was granted a full charter in October 2016.
Overview of Kirinyaga University
- Environment: Set in a serene, forested area near the slopes of Mt. Kenya, offering a quiet environment for study.
- Infrastructure: Features modern facilities such as the Kilele Tuition Block.
- Population: Home to over 10,000 students and 300+ staff and faculty.
irinyaga University’s Academic Programs
The university offers over 100 programs, including 43 undergraduate degrees and 30+ postgraduate options, across several schools:
- School of Engineering and Technology: Includes Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Building Construction.
- School of Health Sciences: Offers Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Sciences, and Forensic Science.
- School of Business and Education: Programs in Commerce, Human Resource Management, Economics, and Education (Arts and Science).
- School of Pure and Applied Sciences: Includes Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, and Actuarial Science.
- School of Hospitality and Textile Technology: Focuses on Hospitality Management and Fashion Design.
Admission & Requirements for joining Kirinyaga University
- General Undergraduate Entry: Typically requires a minimum KCSE aggregate of C+.
- Diploma Entry: Often requires a KCSE mean grade of C (Plain) or a relevant certificate.
- Application: Prospective students can apply through the Official KUCCPS Student Portal during placement cycles.
Kirinyaga University’s Contact Information
- Website: www.kyu.ac.ke
- Phone: +254 709 742000
- Email: info@kyu.ac.ke
- Address: P.O. Box 143 – 10300, Kerugoya, Kenya
- Mobile: +254 709 742000
- P.O.Box: 143-10300 Kerugoya.
- Email: info@kyu.ac.ke
- Web: www.kyu.ac.ke
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY’S ACCREDITED KUCCPS COURSES (41 Programs)
- Bachelor Of Science In Actuarial Science
- Bachelor Of Science In Analytical Chemistry
- Bachelor Of Science (Computer Science)
- Bachelor Of Science
- Bachelor Of Science (Nursing)
- Bachelor Of Commerce
- Bachelor Of Education Science
- Bachelor Of Technology In Mechanical Ventilation And Air Conditioning
- Bachelor Of Economics
- Bachelor Of Business Management
- Bachelor Of Science (Statistics)
- Bachelor Of Technology In Water, Irrigation And Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor Of Science In Environmental Health
- Bachelor Of Science (Human Resource Management)
- Bachelor Of Economics & Statistics
- Bachelor Of Business Information Technology
- Bachelor Of Science (Fashion Design And Textile Technology)
- Bachelor Of Science In Information Technology
- Bachelor Of Procurement And Supplies Management
- Bachelor Of Technology (Telecommunication And Information Engineering)
- Bachelor Of Science In Entrepreneurship With Innovation
- Bachelor Of Science (Mathematics And Computer Science)
- Bachelor Of Science In Computer Systems Engineering
- Bachelor Of Science (Financial Engineering)
- Bachelor Of Technology In Construction Management
- Bachelor Of Science (Community Health & Development)
- Bachelor Of Education Arts
- Bachelor Of Technology In Medical Engineering
- Bachelor Of Technology In Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor Of Economics & Finance
- Bachelor Of Science In Software Engineering
- Bachelor Of Science In Clinical Medicine And Community Health
- Bachelor Of Science (Forensic Science)
- Bachelor Of Science In Medical Biotechnology
- Bachelor Of Science In Epidemiology And Medical Statistics
- Bachelor Of Science In Health Systems Management
- Bachelor Of Science (Applied Statistics)
- Bachelor Of Technology In Electrical And Computer Engineering
- Bachelor Of Technology In Renewable Energy
- Bachelor Of Technology In Instrumentation & Control Engineering
- Bachelor Of Economics And Mathematics
FULL LIST OF COURSES OFFERED AT KIRINYAGA
Advanced Diploma (3 courses)
- Advanced Diploma in Business Management (Business Management)
- Advanced Diploma in Public Relations (Public Relations)
- Advanced Diploma in Information Technology (Information Technology)
Certificate
- Advanced Certificate in Business Management (Business Management)
- Advanced Certificate in Human Resources Management (Human Resources Management)
- Certificate in Fashion Design (Fashion Design)
- Apparel Accessories (Apparel Accessories)
- Certificate in Building and Construction (Building and Construction)
Degree
- Bachelor of Economics and Finance (Economics and Finance)
- Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Engineering (Medical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (Biochemistry)
Diploma
- Bachelor of Education (Education Management)
- Diploma in Plumbing (Plumbing)
- Diploma in HIV Management and Community Health ()
- Diploma in Community Health and Development (Community Health)
- Diploma in Fashion Design (Fashion Design)
Doctorate (1 courses)
- PhD in Business Administration (Business Administration)
Masters (3 courses)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Library and Information Sciences (Library and Information Sciences)
- Master of Science in Statistics (Statistics)
How to Apply for Admission at Kirinyaga University
Admission of candidates to Kirinyaga University for the degrees, diplomas, certificates or other awards shall be open to all persons without discrimination on race, ethnicity, place of origin, political opinion, color, creed, physical ability or gender.
The Application Forms are available from the Kirinyaga University website and are returned upon Payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,500 for Degree courses and Kshs. 1,000 for Diploma and Certificate Courses.
Application fee can be deposited in the University account:
Account Numbers
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Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) ACCOUNT NO: 1104016028
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Cooperative Bank ACCOUNT NO: 01129489200000
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Equity Bank ACCOUNT NO: 0100299420333
Filled application should be returned to the Registrar Academic Affairs Offices.
THE REGISTRAR, ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P.O BOX 143 – 10300
KERUGOYA
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY’S STUDENT PORTAL, eLEARNING PORTAL
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