AMREF has its head offices in Nairobi which serve East Africa Countries. The organization offers both international and local internships in various fields. Interns are encouraged to work as by doing this they will be acquiring extra skills as well as giving back to the society. Interns at AMREF are exposed to various aspects of the organization’s programmes making them emerge as intellectuals and ready for the competitive job market. It is important to that all internship opportunities are awarded based on the objectives of AMREF. To be an intern at AMREF one has to apply and chosen by AMREF.

Individuals who are legible for the AMREF internship are students undertaking courses at diploma, degree, post-graduate or doctoral levels. The i8nternship is tailored to benefit both the student and the organization. The Internship is usually offered for a period of three months thought it can be extended to a maximum of half a year with the interns working for forty hours per week.

Internship placement at AMREF takes place twice a year, in March and September strictly for individuals applying from Africa. Applicants from outside Africa are placed in July and October every year. All applications are usually processed at least three months prior to starting of the internship.

Internship qualification Requirements

To qualify for this internship one must:

• Specify why choose AMREF for internship and the benefits that will be acquired after completion of the internship.

• Submit an internship application to the relevant human resource office via the address provided

• Indicate programme of training approved by the institution

• Indicate the field of academic specialization or field where training is required.

• Attach supporting letters from the institution

Interns are recruited after an advertisement by the AMREF at its website. Usually the type of interns required is indicated plus the internship period. For more information visit AMREF website www.amref.org

 

The University is located along the Nakuru, Eldama ravine highway which is 20 Kilometers North of Nukuru town. It has Christian basis and it is chartered Institution of higher Education, it offers its services in a holistic and Biblical perspective. The environment is conducive for learning.

School of Theology

• Bachelor’s Degree in Theology.
  
  

• Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and physics.

• Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and chemistry.

• Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and computer studies.

• Bachelor of Education in Biology and Chemistry.

• Bachelor of Education in Biology and Computer Sciences.

School of Engineering, Science and Technology

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications.

• Bachelor of Science in Environment.

• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

• Diploma in Computer studies.

• Diploma in Information Technology.

School of Business studies

• Bachelor of Commerce with specialization in areas of Accounting, Human Resource and Finance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economic.

• Bachelor of Science in Economy and Mathematics.

• Bachelor of Business Administration and Management.

• Bachelor of Business Information and Management.

New courses

• Bachelor of Medicine in Surgery.

• Master’s Degree in Christian leadership.

• Master’s Degree in Education.

• Bachelor of Arts in Chaplaincy.

• Bachelor of law.

• Bachelor in Leadership.

• Bachelor of Education (arts).

• Courses in Certified Public Accountants (CPA).

• MBA Masters in Business Administration.

• Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship, Banking and money, logistics and supplies, Hospitality Administration and Management.

 

 

 Eye is a very important part of the body and very sensitive because without eye we cannot be able to see what is happening in the surrounding. The lack of eyes can limit somebody movement. Although there was a course that deals with the management of eye conditions in Kenya, it is only offered at diploma level and is called diploma in optometry.

With advancement of education, a degree course that deals with eye conditions was introduced in Kenya in 2009 by Masinde Muliro University and the first intake was done in 2010 (2010-2011 academic year) with only seven students but since then, there have been several intakes that registered many students.

Kenya is among the five countries in Africa that offer Bachelor of Science in Optometry and vision science course. In Kenya, this course takes a minimum of four years with trimesters (three semesters per academic year) including attachments. The university is currently constructing its own eye hospital because but the students have been practicing at kakamega county hospital (former kakamega general provincial hospital).

Since Masinde Muliro university is the only university in Kenya that offers bachelor of science in optometry in Kenya, this course has become a very competitive courses due to availability of jobs hence the university is experiencing a lot of application from candidates.

Entry requirement for Bachelor of Science in Optometry and Vision Science (self sponsored students)

• The candidates must obtained a mean grade of C+ (plus) at Kenya certificate of secondary education (KCSE) and passes in the following cluster subjects:

Alternative A – biology (C+), mathematics (C+), physics (C+) and English (C+).

Alternative B – biological science (B), physical sciences (C+), mathematics (C+) and English (C+)

• Two principle passes in biology and physical and a credit either in chemistry or mathematics at KCSE.
• Diploma in optometry or its equivalent from a recognized institution by MMUST senate.

The total fees paid for this degree program is Kshs.144, 000. First trimester is Kshs.68, 000, second trimester is Kshs.68, 000 and third trimester is Kshs.10, 000.

For more information, contact:

MMUST,

P.O. Box 190 – 50100, Kakamega, Kenya.

Website: www.mmust.ac.ke

Or call the chairperson of the department of optometry and vision sciences by cell phone; 0721308075.

 

 Maseno University(MSU) is a public university located in Western Kenya.Its the only university in Kenya whereby every student no matter what course he/she is undertaking is guaranteed to graduate along with Information Technology(IT).Maseno university consists of several schools one of being School of Medicine and Surgery.The School of Medicine and Surgery was established in 2009 with the founder being Prof.Nimrod Bwibo and its currently offering Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery(MBChB) with Information Technology which is a trisemester course.The school(faculty) of medicine and surgery is the youngest faculty thereby a pioneer School of Medicine in the whole Kenya’s western region and it contains well equipped laboratories and lecture halls.It was started to boost training of Medical doctors in Kenya.Its actually an academic centre for training and producing qualified medical doctors in the expansive Nyanza and Western Kenya regions to help eradicate infectious and tropical diseases which are thought to be mainly harbored in those regions.The mission of School of Medicine and Surgery is to produce quality and qualified medical graduates capable of practicing evidence based medicine and applied research with community orientation and its vision is to be a centre of excellence in training medicine and medical research.The Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery is 6 years with one extra year for internship.

Admission criteria

For admission into undergraduate programmes of the school of medicine Maseno University,interested candidates must attain a meangrade of at least B+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalents and must have passed the subject clusters as indicated below:

-Biology B+,Chemistry B+,Mathematics or Physics B+,English or Kiswahili B.

-OR Biological Sciences A,Physical Sciences A,Mathematics B+,English or Kiswahili B.

Curriculum and Academic Programmes

There is comprehensive undergraduate curriculum for Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree which initially includes the programmes for Dentistry,Pharmacology and Nursing.

Principles/departments

-Anatomy

-Biochemistry

-Behavioural Sciences including Phychiatry

-Gynecology and Obstetrics

-Internal medicine

-Medical microbiology

-Nursing Sciences

-Pediatrics and child health

-Human pathology including clinical chemistry and immunology

-Radiology Medical Imaging

-Surgery including Anesthesiology,Dentistry,Ophthalmology,Orthopedics

-Physiology

-Pharmacology

Major activities in the School of Medicine and Surgery

-Teaching and graduating undergraduate candidates and later postgraduate

-Conducting both bench and clinical research in the medical and biomedical sciences.

-Visiting and attending to patients in the school’s hospital and also other hospitals provincial and national plus medical and biomedical research institutions.

 

Examinations

The examinations undertaken by students persuing Bachelor of Science in Medicine and Surgery are both internal and external.Continuous assement tests are available which include practicals,written assessments and assignments(100 marks).End of semester exams are done out of 200 marks.These exams consist of multiple choice and essay questions and the passmark is 50% failure to which the candidate undertakes a supplementary exam.Continued failure may lead to discontinuation of the course.

Hardwork is always needed for excellence.

Strathmore University is a privately chartered university in Kenya. It offers a Bachelor degree in Business information technology under the business programs offered at the school. Under the program students are trained under different specialization departments that include;

• Computer networks
• Database option
• Management of information systems
• Practical foundation in information technology
• Business management
• Languages (French, German, Japanese, Spanish)

Admission criteria

• Applicants should have attained a minimum grade of C+ grade or equivalent in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). The applicant should also have obtained at least a c plain in mathematics and English.
• Individuals who have attained a c plain in KCSE are also eligible in the addition of certain credentials;

Diploma in fields such as accounting, economics, business administration or a related field as long as they acquired a minimum of a credit in the said course.

• Applicants are also eligible to apply if they have professional certificates, like CPA, CPS or ACCA
• Individuals with A level qualification must have 2 principal passes, 1 subsidiary pass, 6 credits that include mathematics and English
• An individual is also required to undertake an entrance examination, which includes a Mathematics exam English exam and oral exam. The tests attract a payment of shs.1500 and are conducted every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.00 am

The duration of the study takes up to 4 years with a year having two semesters, April and August. Enrollment intake for evening classes is in May while for day classes are in July. The degree is has a minimum of 56 units that a student has to complete in the duration of the time there.

Location and contact information

As the fee is subject to change per year it is advisable to enquire from the school the fee structure. The school is situated on Ole Sangale road, off Langata road in Madaraka esatate. You can contact the institution by postal address to Strathmore university Ole sangale road, PO box 59857- 00200 city square Nairobi, Kenya. You can also call at their official phone numbers at Tel+254 (0) 703-034000 or +254 (0) 703-034200. Individuals are also given the option of emailing their enquiries to the official email address at [email protected]. For more information visit their website at www.strathmore.edu.

Timeless Beauty College offers various courses in beauty therapy. The training is comprehensive to guarantee job opportunities upon graduation. Diploma in Beauty Anatomy, physiology and massage, the course gives a deep knowledge in beauty and how to use cosmetics and chemicals appropriately. This course is meant for those who want to be beauty professionals. Certificate in Beauty therapy, the course covers class work and practical sessions, the student is prepared to fully understand beauty and care in general. The duration of the course is three months.

Diploma in facial beauty, the course prepares the student on how to use different tools and various facial applications to bring out the beauty of the clients; the course covers different methods of improving skin condition. The course takes three months. Diploma in Nail Technology, the student is trained to be a nail doctor; he should know ways of how to care for nails and the relevant nail applications to improve the appearance of the nails. The course duration is 150 hours.

Diploma in Anatomy & physiology, the student is prepared in understanding sport therapy; the course takes a period of 50 hours. Complementary therapy courses, this will include: Diploma in reflexology taking a study period of 75 hours, diploma in Aromatherapy taking a duration of 80 hours, diploma in spa treatments taking a duration of 80 hours, diploma in stone massage taking a learning period of50 hours, facial and eye treatment taking a preparation period of 100 hours, make up takes 50 hours, manicure and pedicure takes 50 hours of study, braiding and weaving course takes 50 hours of practical training, salon management course takes a study duration os one month.

Diploma in hair design, the course trains the students on how to maintain hair scalp, this course is meant for those who aspire to be hair designers and the duration of the course is 5 months. Certificate in Hair Design, the student is trained is trained practically on all the spinning knowledge required in hair design industry. The course takes a period of three months. Diploma in Barbering, the student is equipped with the practical skills of all the duties of a barber and hair design. The course takes a period of 150 hours.

Diploma in Teaching and Training, the students are given the skills of learning and teaching in the cosmetics industry. The course takes duration of 150 hours. Hair Design and short courses, the candidate is equipped with knowledge to relax hair, perm it and neutralize it at duration of one month, course of coloring hair takes one month of training, cutting hair course takes a learning period of one month, weaving & braiding takes a practical training of 4 weeks, salon management course takes 1 month.

Vera Beauty College, the college offers various beauty courses including; Nail technology which is a practical study of nail applications and care, the modules consist of manicure and pedicure, nail tips, nail wrapping, nail brushing and art. Fashion design, the designers are trained on how to transfer their ideas on paper, draw and cut patterns and stitching, the fashion designers must be creative by nature, the modules on this course include; design ideas, fabric design, drafting of pattern, fabric cutting with one hand and crafting. The course takes 20 months.

Technological knowledge is pivotal in today’s fast paced world. Communication networks have made it possible for people to keep in touch with each other no matter where they are in terms of location. As technology grows, it is important that Kenyans keep up with the growth pattern. The Technical University of Kenya provides the chance for students to learn various aspects of computing and information technology. The university provides different courses under the School of Computing and Information Technology.

School of Computing and information Technology Courses:

Bachelor of Technology

The kenya Technical University offers Bachelor of Technology in the following options:

• Computer Technology
• Information Technology
• Communication and Computer Networks

Individuals who want to pursue Bachelor of Technology in kenya should have obtained a minimum of KCSE mean grade of C+ with C+ in Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/ Group III/IV/V. Individuals who have obtained a TUK Diploma in Technology or an equivalent qualification should also apply. The course takes 9 semesters and the tuition fee is Ksh 70,000 per semester.

Apart from the Bachelor course, the university offers certificate courses under the School of computing and Information Technology. These are:

Certificate in Computer Technology

Individuals who want to pursue Certificate in Computer Technology should have obtained a minimum of KCSE mean grade of D+ with at least a D+ in Maths, Physics, English or Physical Science. The course takes two semesters with each semester costing Ksh 24,000.

Certificate in Information Technology

Individuals applying for the Certificate in Information Technology course should meet certain requirements. Individuals should have obtained a minimum of KCSE mean grade of D+ with at least a D- in Maths/Physics. It is a two semester course that costs Ksh 24,000 per semester.

Certificate in Computer Hardware, Software and Network Support Technology

Individuals wishing to pursue Certificate in Computer Hardware, software and Network Support Technology should have obtained a minimum of KCSE mean grade of D+ with at least D+ in English, Maths and Physics or Physical Science. Those with KCE Division II with Credits or a Certificate from TUK or an equivalent qualification are also welcome to apply for the course.

For more information, individuals can contact:

http://www.tukenya.ac.ke

Tel. +254 (020) 343672, 2249974, 2251300

Fax: +254 (020) 2219689

E-mail: [email protected]

Daystar University in Kenya is a Christian based interdenominational university located in Nairobi. The Daystar University in Nairobi is chartered inter-denominational institution that offers degree and graduate studies in Kenya. Daystar University in Kenya was established as Daystar Communications centre in Kenya in 1967 by an African journalist Motsoko Pheko and an American missionary, Dr. Donald Smith. The Daystar University was established so as to improve techniques that were used in propagating the gospel of Christ. The Daystar communication centre was also mandated to analyze the receivers of the gospel as well as to design communication strategies that were more efficient in reaching the intended audience.

Daystar Communications centre in Kenya grew dramatically in leaps and bounds to become Daystar University in Kenya. The Daystar University in Nairobi has currently enrolled over four thousand students in Kenya. The Daystar University main campus in Nairobi is located at the Valley Road- Ngong Road junction in Nairobi. Daystar University in Nairobi also established another Daystar University campus in Athi River as the Daystar University main campus did not have space for expansion. Daystar University in Kenya offers doctorate programs, masters programs and undergraduate programs in Kenya.

The undergraduate courses offered in Daystar University  in Kenya are: Bachelor of Arts in Daystar University; This Daystar University faculty has over ten specializations including arts, Kiswahili, biblical and religious studies, community development, communication, French, English, peace studies as well as literature.

Bachelor of Commerce in Daystar University; Under the Bachelor of Commerce faculty in Daystar University in Kenya, students can either take up business administration, purchasing, marketing, management information systems, law or accounting.

Bachelor of Education in Daystar University; The education undergraduate studies in Daystar University offer specializations in business and mathematics, business and education, early childhood training, computer science, music, French, English and mathematics.

Bachelor of Science in Daystar University; The science faculty in Daystar University offers sub-disciplines in applied computer science, environmental health, nursing, physics, economics and mathematics. The Undergraduate program in Daystar University  also offers Bachelor of Theology. The masters programs offered in Daystar University in Kenya include: Master of Arts in child development, Christian ministries, communication and counseling psychology, Master of Business Administration in strategic management, human resource management, finance or marketing and Master of Theology

Daystar University only offers doctoral degrees in Communication in Kenya. The Daystar University in Kenya also offers postgraduate diplomas in child development and education.

Kabarak University in Kenya is one of the known private universities in Kenya that offer credible programmes from certificate programmes in Kenya, degree programmes in Kenya, diploma programmes in Kenya to master’s programmes in Kenya. The Kabarak University in Kenya was established in 2001 where it operates under the letter of interim authority which was granted by the former commission for high education in Kenya (the present commission of university education in Kenya). The Kabarak University main campus in Kenya was officially chartered in 2008 by the former president of Kenya; Mwai Kibaki (the third president of Kenya) and this enabled the Kabarak University in Kenya to award degrees to students in Kenya who attain them in various courses.

The Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya is built on the farm that belong to the second president of Kenya; Hon Daniel Torotich arap Moi. This farm where the Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya is built is located in Kabarak town in Kenya and covers around 250 hectares. There are also trees that provide shade in the Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya and thereby providing a favorable place for study. The Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya is located just 22 kilometres from Nakuru town and it is along Nakuru-Eldama Ravine Road in Kenya.

If you want to access the Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya apartments, you will have to board a matatu vehicle from Nakuru town in Kenya. The vehicles which can take someone to the Kabarak University Main Campus in are the ordinary matatus that carry passengers to various towns in Rift valley region (towns such as Eldama Ravine town in Kenya, Mogotio town in Kenya, Marigat town in Kenya and Kabararnet town in Kenya). You can decide to board one of the matatus Eldama Ravine from Nakuru town, matatu to Mogotio, matatu to Marigat, or matatu to Kabarnet town in Kenya and each of them will ensure that you will reach Kabarak Centre in Kenya. Kabarak University Main Campus in is situated in Kabarak Centre.

The advantage of Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya is that, it is located just along the Eldama Ravine Road which makes it easy to notice. Kabarak University Main Campus even has a big sign, post which is written ‘welcome to Kabarak University’ before the main gate. The amount of money charged from Nakuru town in Kenya to Kabarak Centre in Kenya, where the Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya is located, varies from Kshs.50 to Kshs.100 depending on the season and day. The matatu fare in the evening to Kabarak University Main Campus is about Kshs.100 while in the morning the fare is Kshs.50.

The nearest centre in Kenya where the students of Kabarak University Main Campus in go for refreshment is Kampi Ya Moto trading centre in Kenya. Kampi Ya Moto trading centre in Nakuru is only 3 kilometres from Kabarak University Main Campus in Kenya and students only pay fare of Kshs.20 to get to Kampi ya Moto in Nakuru from Kabarak Centre. Kampi Ya Moto trading centre in Kenya is the centre where the students of Kabarak University Main Campus also go for picnics in Kabarak on weekends. For more details about Kabarak University Main Campus, call the phone number +254729223370. Kabarak University Main campus website is at http://www.kabarak.ac.ke/ 

Having knowledge about secondary schools in Kenya before enrolling your form one student is very crucial. As a parent in Kenya, you need to know which are the best performing schools in Kenya, to see what secondary schools in Kenya to prioritized, when it comes to choosing the best secondary school for a KCPE candidate in Kenya. There are a lot of secondary schools in the Rift Valley of Kenya, though among those ranked as the top performing schools in KCSE results in recent years include:

Kabarak High School in Rift Valley was in the recent past ranked as the top private secondary school in Kenya. Molo Academy secondary school in Kenya also followed Kabarak High School closely in the ranking of the top private secondary schools in Kenya. Molo Academy and Kabarak High School are located in Nakuru County in Kenya. Rift Valley region in Kenya has other top private schools in Baringo County which include; Sacho High School in Kenya and Bahati Girls High School in Kenya. In case a parent wishes to enrol their child in a private secondary school, these four are the best girls private secondary schools in Rift Valley of Kenya and boys private secondary schools in Rift Valley.

Other secondary schools in Rift Valley that perform well include; Moi High School Kabarak in Kenya, Litein secondary school, Nakuru Boys and Girls secondary school, Tenwek secondary school in Bomet County, Naivasha Girls secondary school, Moi Tea Secondary school in Kericho County, Baringo High School, Kabianga secondary school, Kipsigis Girls High School, Mary Mount Secondary School and Tengecha secondary school.

These top performing secondary schools in Rift Valley produce the best students in KCSE results every year. Enrolling your KCPE candidate in any of the schools, whether a public secondary school or a private secondary school, will ensure you that the KCSE results will not be disappointing. These top schools in Rift Valley also produce the highest number of students who join public universities in Kenya and private universities in Kenya.