MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY – COURSES, FEES & PROSPECTUS FOR 2026/ 2027

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a private university in Kenya accredited by the government to provide higher education. It was founded in 1996 as Thika Institute of Technology by Professor Simon Gicharu before being officially granted a university charter in 2011.

Important Information

  • Call (Motto): “Unlocking Infinite Possibilities”.
  • Headquarters: Thika, Kenya (General Kago Road).
  • Official Website mku.ac.ke.
  • Number of Students: Over 52,000.

Branches and Training Centers

This college has an extensive branch network in Kenya and the East African region:
  • Main branches: Nairobi (MKU Towers), Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, Meru, and Parklands (for Law only).
  • ODeL (Distance Learning) centers: Kisumu, Kitale, Kakamega, Kisii, Malindi, Kericho, Embu, and Machakos.
  • International Centers: The college has offices or branches in Uganda (Kampala), Burundi (Bujumbura), and Somaliland (Hargeisa).
    • Note: The Kigali, Rwanda branch is now an independent university called Mount Kigali University.

Schools and Academic Programs

MKU offers courses from certificate to PhD levels through various schools:

  • Health Sciences: Includes the School of Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Community Health.
  • Business and Economics: Courses in Business Management, Accounting, and Supply Chain.
  • Education: Primary, secondary, and special needs teacher training.
  • Law: Available at the Parklands branch, Nairobi.
  • Science and Technology: School of Computing, Engineering, and Pure Sciences.
  • Social Sciences: Journalism, Psychology, and International Relations.

Membership Requirements

Applications are made online through admission.mku.ac.ke . The general requirements for KCSE are:
  • Degree: Grade C+ or higher.
  • Diploma: Grade C- or above.
  • Certificate: Grade of D+ or higher.

MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY’S ACCREDITED KUCCPS COURSES ( 47 Programs)

  1. Bachelor Of Science In Actuarial Science
  2. Bachelor Of Science (Industrial Chemistry)
  3. Bachelor Of Science In Computer Science
  4. Bachelor Of Pharmacy
  5. Bachelor Of Medicine And Bachelor Of Surgery
  6. Bachelor Of Science In Nursing
  7. Bachelor Of Commerce
  8. Bachelor Of Laws (Llb)
  9. Bachelor Of Education Arts
  10. Bachelor Of Education (Science)
  11. Bachelor Of Science In Information Science
  12. Bachelor Of Business Management
  13. Bachelor Of Arts In Community Development
  14. Bachelor Of Arts In Film Production, Animation And Gaming
  15. Bachelor Of Arts In Digital Journalism And Mass Communication
  16. Bachelor Of Science In Medical Laboratory Sciences
  17. Bachelor Of Economics And Data Analytics
  18. Bachelor Of Science In Nutrition And Dietetics
  19. Bachelor Of Science In Laboratory Technology
  20. Bachelor Of Science In Oral Health
  21. Bachelor Of Science In Hospitality Management
  22. Bachelor Of Science In Information Technology
  23. Bachelor Of Business Information Technology
  24. Bachelor In Supply Chain And Logistics Management
  25. Bachelor Of Science In Animal Health And Production
  26. Bachelor Of Arts In International Relations And Diplomacy
  27. Bachelor Of Development Studies
  28. Bachelor Of Economics And Policy
  29. Bachelor Of Science In Financial Economics
  30. Bachelor Of Science In Electronics And Computer Engineering Technology
  31. Bachelor Of Science In Financial Engineering
  32. Bachelor Of Science In Community Health And Development
  33. Bachelor Of Science In Dental Technology
  34. Bachelor Of Science In Clinical Medicine And Community Health
  35. Bachelor Of Organizational Management And Technology
  36. Bachelor Of Education Special Needs Education Secondary Option
  37. Bachelor Of Science In Health Systems Management
  38. Bachelor Of Arts In Public Policy And Management
  39. Bachelor Of Arts In Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution
  40. Bachelor Of Arts In Public Administration And Governance
  41. Bachelor Of Arts In Security Studies And Criminology
  42. Bachelor Of Counseling Psychology
  43. Bachelor Of Science In Health Records And Information Technology
  44. Bachelor Of Science In Travel And Tourism Management
  45. Bachelor Of Social Work And Administration
  46. Bachelor Of Science In Statistical Modelling With Data Science
  47. Bachelor Of Public Health

FULL LIST OF COURSES OFFERED AT MOUNT KENYA

MKU Academic Programmes

Mount Kenya University offers competitive programmes that are approved by Commission for University Education and accredited by relevant bodies such as Ministry of Education, Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council , Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board, Kenya Nutritionists & Dieticians Institute (KNDI), Kenya Dental Association, Teacher Service Commission, Nursing Council of Kenya, Kenya Veterinary Board Council of Legal Education, Public Health Officers and Technicians Council.

Mount Kenya University Provides a stimulating learning environment through an innovative student-based and quality driven approach to teaching and learning. We ensure that our students enjoy a rich, highly interactive and personalized learning environment which is essential in the realization of one’s potential and preparation for the future.

With an emphasis of Science, technology and humanities, Mount Kenya University offers an all rounded education including moral and professional education to all persons irrespective of religion, race, gender or political affiliation, social or cultural background. It endeavors to develop well trained man power equipped with technological scientific knowledge and capacities from certificates, diplomas, under graduate and post‐graduate degree courses.

    • Bachelor of Science(Analytical Chemistry)
    • Certificate in Artificial Insemination(Artificial Insemination)
    • Diploma in Analytical Chemistry(Analytical Chemistry)
    • Diploma in Applied Biology(Applied Biology)
    • Certificate in Animal Health and Production(Certificate in Animal Health and Production)
    • Bachelor of Business Information Technology(BBIT)
    • Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)
    • Bachelor of Pharmacy(Pharmacy)
    • Diploma in International Relations(International Relations)
    • Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences(Information Sciences)
    • Bachelor of Science, Home Science and Technology()
    • Diploma in ICT Integration in Education(ICT Integration in Education)
    • Diploma in Clinical Medicine(Clinical Medicine)
    • Diploma in Travel, Tourism & Hospitality Management (Tourism)
    • Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics(Nutrition and Dietetics)
    • Master of Public Health in Health Education and Promotion(Health Education and Promotion)
    • Graduate Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality(Social sciences)
  • Bridging Course in Physics(Physics)
  • Diploma in Criminology and Security Studies(Criminology and Security Studies)
  • Bachelor of Arts criminology(all arts subjects)
  • Diploma in Food Science and Processing Technology(Food Science)
  • Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology(Science Laboratory Technology)
  • Certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering(Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering(Electrical Engineering)
  • Diploma in Medical Engineering(Medical Engineering)
  • Certificate in Medical Engineering(Medical Engineering)
  • Diploma in Computer Engineering(Computer Engineering)
  • Diploma in Animal Health and Production(Animal Health and Production)
  • Diploma in Special Needs Education(Special Needs)
  • Diploma in clinical medicine, surgery and community health()
  • Certificate in Clinical and Community Nutrition(Clinical and Community Nutrition)
  • Diploma in Physiotherapy(Physiotherapy)
  • Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)
  • Master of Business Administration(MBA)
  • Master of Arts(Governance and Ethics)
  • Master of Arts(Public Administration and Management)
  • Master of Arts(Applied Conflict Transformation)
  • Master of Science in Parasitology and Entomology(Parasitology and Entomology)
  • Master of Education(Arts)
  • Post graduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management(Project Planning and Management)
  • Post graduate Diploma Conflict Management and Peace Studies(Conflict Management and Peace Studies)
  • Post graduate Diploma in Financial Management(Financial management)
  • Post graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development(Entrepreneurship Development)
  • Bachelor of Science(Clinical Medicine and Community Health)
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy(Pharmacy)
  • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences(Medial Laboratory Sciences)
  • Bachelor of Laws(LLB)
  • Bachelor of Business Management (BBM)()
  • Bachelor of Business Information Technology(BBIT)
  • Bachelor of Education(Arts)

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MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY’S OFFICIAL CONTACTS

  • P. O. Box 342-01000, Thika, Kenya
  • Email:info@mku.ac.ke
  • Tel:+254 20 2878 000
  • Cell:+254 709 153 000
  • WhatsApp: +254 722 999 399
  • Facebook: Mount Kenya University
  • Twitter: @MountKenyaUni

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