School of health sciences is one of the famous schools that deal with training of health care providers. The courses offered at this school trains nurses, pharmacist, medical laboratory technologist, public health officers and medical officers. For instance a course like medicine began in 2008 and it will have the first students graduating at the end of this year (2014).

The medical courses offered at Kenyatta University have been approved by respective boards such as nursing council of Kenya, Kenya medical practitioners and dentist board and pharmacy and poisons board. These courses are offered at full-time basis because it involves a lot of clinical practices.

The undergraduate programmes offered at Kenyatta University (main campus) school of health sciences includes:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).
• Bachelor of Science (Nursing and Public Health).
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm).
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences.

For one to qualify for bachelor of medicine and surgery, he/she should have a mean grade of C+ (plus) at K.C.S.E with at least B (plain) in biology, chemistry and English and again at least C+ in mathematics or physics. Those with diploma in clinical medicine and surgery are also eligible for admission. The course takes six years.

Bachelor of Science in nursing takes a duration of four years and it has two programmes in it for the direct entry and those upgrading from diploma to degree.For direct entry, they should have a mean grade of C+ at K.C.S.E with C+ in mathematics or physics, English or Kiswahili, chemistry and biology. Those upgrading, they should have a mean grade of C (plain) with at least C+ in English, biology, chemistry, mathematics or physics alongside diploma in nursing (with two year experience).

The minimum admission requirement for Bachelor of Science in medical laboratory science is the same for those who want to pursue nursing direct after finishing Kenya certificate of secondary education. For those who wish to pursue bachelor of pharmacy, they should have a minimum K.C.S.E grade of C+ with passes in following subjects: biology (B), chemistry (B), physics/mathematics (C+) and English/Kiswahili (B) and this courses five years.

For more enquires on the medical courses offered at Kenyatta University main campus, contact:

Dean, School of Health Sciences,

P.O. Box 43844-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.

Telephone number: 02 8710901

Fax: 0208711575.

Website: www.ku.ac.ke.

 

                                                   

Voi town is a famous town in Kenya because it has one of the biggest national park in Kenya that attracts tourists. This national park is known as Tsavo national park and it is divided into two; Tsavo east national park and Tsavo west national park. Due to presence of these national parks in Voi town, there was need for establishment of an institution that will trains people to experts in tourism sector.

Tsavo national park is a tourist attraction site in Kenya and therefore many tourists will approach the town so as to visit the national park (Tsavo). Those who do jobs in any national park in Kenya are usually trained people. There are various institutions in Kenya that train people in tourism related courses and Tsavo park hotel institute is one of them.

Tsavo park hotel institute is located in Voi town in Kenya along the Nairobi – Mombasa Highway. Due to its presence in Voi town, this college attracts many students all over the country. Their students are usually taken round the Tsavo national park for practical and majority of them get attachments in the same park.

The courses offered at Tsavo park hotel institute in Kenya are certificate and diploma courses. The minimum requirement for one to pursue a certificate and diploma course is a KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) and C (plain) respectively. These courses includes:

Certificate courses offered at Tsavo park hotel institute in Kenya.

• Certificate in travel operations.

• Certificate in catering and hotel management.

• Certificate in hospitality management.

• Certificate in housekeeping and laundry.

• Certificate in hotel management.

• Certificate in food production.

• Certificate in front office operation.

Diploma courses offered at Tsavo park hotel institute in Kenya.

• Diploma In catering and hotel management.

• Diploma in food and beverages production.

• Diploma in front office operations.

• Diploma in hospitality management.

• Diploma in housekeeping and accommodation.

• Diploma in hotel management.

Contacts of Tsavo park hotel institute in Kenya.

To enquire for more information on the courses that are offered by Tsavo hotel park institute in Kenya, contact the following addresses:

P.O. Box 244, Voi, Kenya.

Telephone number: 043 30721

Email address: [email protected].

 

 

 

 

Vera Beauty and Fashion College was established in 1998.It is a centre of excellence in beauty and fashion designs and offers professional training in hair,beauty,modeling,fashion,design and instructors courses.It has played an important role in promoting efficient,profitable and quality training in the beauty industry and its aimed at providing professional and quality training to students with a view of improving their employment opportunities thereby producing competent and professionally trained personnel.

Courses offered

The courses offered range from practical certificates,certificates,diploma and advanced diplomas.

• Nail technology-It’s a part-time course that has a duration of one month.Its an exciting and rewarding profession with professional nail technicians graduating and perform nail services to thousands of fashion conscious clients since the business of nails has grown enormously and therefore the need for educated and competent nail technicians is expanding.For nail technicians,many opportunities are available in the film industry,beauty salon and beauty pageants.Modules covered include;

-Nail tips and applications

-Nail wraps

-Acrylic nails

-Nail art and free-hand painting

-Creative touch

-Air brushing

-Maintenance and removal of tips

-Gels

2.Beauty therapy-A 6 months course that equips learners with knowledge to enthusiastically explore different avenues of the cosmetology industry.It gives opportunity to learners to work in the media and film industry as a beauty writer or skin care specialist,a retailer in cosmetics chemistry,an educator,a consultant and also a salon owner.Modules covered include:

-nail,manicure and pedicure treatments

-Anatomy and physiology

-Theory of massage

-Facial skin care

-Facial make-ups

-Hair removal techniques

-Cosmetic chemistry

-Bacteriology

-Professional image

-Health and safety

 

3.Hairdressing-Provides explanations and illustrates the knowledge and skills required to become a professional hairdresser.Career opportunities include salon owner,educator,hair colorist,hair designer,publisher,retail specialist

Modules covered include:

-Chemical reformance

-Professional ethics decontamination

-Relaxing

-Permanent waving

-Coloring

-Hair cutting

-Thermal styling

-Setting and dressing of long and short hair

-Creative styling

Duration of the course is 6 months

4.Instructor courses-The beauty industry has many opportunities as an education consultant in cosmetic consultancy in cosmetic industries,technical colleges,marketing department of cosmetic companies,written curriculum and training manuals that train teachers.Duration of the course is 2 months.Modules are:

-Student phychology

-Curriculum development

-Guidance and counseling

-Session delivery and assement

-Teacher development plan

• Fashion design-Its art of making clothes and accessories and its essential in fashion industry.Its 1 year and 8 months course.Modules include;

-Fashion illustration

-Design ideas

-Fabric design

-Clothing construction

-Pattern drafting

-Free-hand cutting

-Embroidery

-Craft.

Other specialized courses include:

-Event decoration

-Bead work

-Flower arrangement

-Fabric decoration

-Interior design

-Accessories making

Graduation ceremony is held in March every year and the outstanding students are given awards in their various disciplines.Also students showcase their work and achievement as they compete for trophies.

 

 

 

A few years ago, pursuing a Masters course was seen as a privilege of just a few individuals in Kenya. However, as the competition in the job market intensified, more Kenyans began taking up post graduate courses to boost their chances of securing employment and qualifying for job promotions. Business courses are especially attractive as Kenya gears for a 24 hour economy and more and more individuals delve into the world of self employment. Meru University offers two post graduate courses under the School of Business and Economics. These are:

Masters of Business Administration (MBA)

Individuals who want to pursue Master of Business Administration should meet the following admission criteria:

• Individuals should be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and from a recognized institution with at least a 2nd Class Honours (Upper Division)
• Individuals who acquired a Lower Second but who have at least three years relevant working experience are also eligible to undertake the Masters course
• Those who have a Pass Degree can apply so long as they have at least five years work experience.

Masters of Science in Entrepreneurship

Meru University School of Business and Economics also offers Masters of Science in Entrepreneurship. Individuals applying for the programme should have:

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree with at least a 2nd Class Honours (Upper Division)
• Those who got a Lower Second and have a minimum of three years experience are also eligible for the course
• Individuals who got a Pass Degree and who have at least five years work experience can also apply.

Duration of Study

Those who qualify for the Masters of Business Administration and Masters of Science in Entrepreneurship will take their studies at Meru University Main Campus. The course units will be taught during the weekend. Both courses will cover a period of two years each. The tuition fee per semester for each post graduate course is Ksh 60,000.00.

For more information, individuals can contact:

Meru University of Science & Technology

P.O. Box 972-60200

Meru, Kenya.

Cell: 0712 – 524293

Tel: 020-2092048, 064-30320

Website: www.must.ac.ke

E-mail: [email protected]

Are you an undergraduate in any agriculture course and wish to further your studies? Then, university of Nairobi is the right place for you to specialize in any agriculture course of your choice. You only need to have attained a minimum of bachelor degree honors upper division or bachelor degree honors lower division with two years experience.

The faculty of agriculture at the University of Nairobi is among the old faculties and it is placed under the college of agriculture and veterinary sciences which is located at Kabete campus of Nairobi University. The faculty is only 14 kilometers from the Nairobi CBD. These postgraduate programmes offered at the university of Nairobi faculty of agriculture enable one to be a specialized person and consultants in the area of specialization.These specializations ensures that Kenya has people who are expert in agriculture field such as horticulture, poultry, agronomy, plants and agricultural resource management both at masters and doctor of philosophy (Ph.D) level.

The majority of postgraduate programmes offered at the faculty of agriculture are master’s programmes although they offer some doctor of philosophy programmes and one postgraduate diploma course. These postgraduate programmes are offered at both full time and distance learning basis. The Ph.D programme involves course work, examinations and thesis. Masters programmes offered include masters of Science(M.Sc.) in:

• Food science and technology.
• Applied Human Nutrition.
• Plant Breeding Technology.
• Horticulture.
• Agronomy.
• Crop Protection.
• Plant Pathology.
• Soil Science.
• Range Management.
• Agricultural Economics.
• Poultry Science.
• Agroforestry.
• Land and Water management.
• Livestock Production Systems Animal Genetics and Breeding.
• Animal Nutrition and Feed Science.
• Agricultural Resource Management.
• Agricultural and Applied Economics.
• Management of Agroecosystems and Environment.
• Agricultural Information and Communication Management.

The only postgraduate diploma course offered at the faculty of agriculture in university of Nairobi is postgraduate diploma (PGD) in Agricultural Information and Communication Management while the other masters programmes offered include:

• M.Sc. in Crop Protection and Plant Pathology.
• M.Sc. in Horticulture, Plant Breeding and Agronomy.

The doctor of philosophy (Ph.D) programmes offered by the University of Nairobi in the faculty of agriculture include:

• Ph.D. in Crop protection.
• Ph.D. in Animal Science.
• Ph.D. in Dryland Resource Management.

For people who are interested with the postgraduate programmes offered at the faculty of agriculture and want more information on the admission requirements, they can contact the dean of the faculty of agriculture through the postal address University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197, Nairobi or call the telephone number 0202181354. You can also contact them through the email address [email protected].

In 2004, Mount Kenya University established the department of Hospitality and Tourism. Since then, the department has transformed to cater to a huge number of students. Two training restaurants and two demonstration kitchens ensure that students gain the practical knowledge needed to become fully skilled in their respective careers. The department offers post graduate courses, undergraduate courses, diploma courses and certificate courses. These are:

Masters of Science in Hospitality Management

Individuals who want to undertake Masters of Science in Hospitality Management should have obtained a Bachelors degree, 2nd class honours. Those who have an equivalent qualification that is recognized by the senate are also welcome to apply. The course takes place in 6 sessions with each session costing Ksh 45,000.

Bachelors of Science in Travel and Tourism Management

Individuals who wish to pursue Bachelors of Science in Travel and Tourism Management should have obtained:

• Individuals should have obtained a mean grade if at least C+ (plus) at KCSE with a C (plain) in at least three of the following: Biology/Chemistry, English/Kiswahili, Home Science and Humanities.
• Individuals with a relevant diploma from a recognized institution are also welcome to apply for the course.

The course takes place over a period of 8 semesters and it costs Ksh. 65,000 per semester.

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management

Individuals who want to undertake Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management should have:

• Individuals should have obtained a mean grade of C+ (plus) in KCSE with a C (plain) in at least three of the following: Biology/Chemistry, English/Kiswahili, Home Science and humanities.
• Individuals who are holders of a relevant Diploma from a recognized institution can also apply.

The course covers 8 semesters and it costs Ksh 65,000 per semester.

Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management

Individuals who want to undertake Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management should have obtained at least a mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE. Individuals who are holders of a Certificate in Tourism Management from a recognized institution can also apply for the course. The course covers 6 trimesters and costs Ksh 25,550 per semester.

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Individuals who want to undertake Diploma in Hospitality Management should have obtained at least a mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE. Individuals who are holders of a Certificate in Hospitality Management from a recognized institution can also apply for the course. The course covers 7 trimesters and costs Ksh 29,550 per semester.

Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management

Individuals who want to undertake Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management should have obtained at least a mea grade of C- (minus) at KCSE. It is a 4 trimester course that costs Ksh. 25,500 per semester.

Certificate in Hospitality Management

Individuals who want to undertake Certificate in Hospitality Management should have obtained at least a mea grade of C- (minus) at KCSE. It is a 4 trimester course that costs Ksh. 27,500 per semester

For more information, individuals ca contact:

MAIN CAMPUSP.O.Box 342-01000 Thika, Tel:(+254 20) 2088310, 2338148, 2338146 Cell: +254 720 790 796, 789 126 571 Fax:+254 20 2050315

Email: [email protected] Website:www.mku.ac.ke

MOMBASA CAMPUSMombasa Trade Centre, Nkurumah Road, P.O.Box 42702-80100, Mombasa Tel: 020 8002096/7/8 Email: [email protected]

NAIROBI CAMPUS– MKU Towers P.O.Box 13495 – 00100 GPO Nairobi, Tel:+254 20 2528803, 0202667731/2/3/4 Cell: 0722307617, 0729256979, 0734667731 Fax:+254 20 2667596

Email: [email protected]

Vision Institute of Professionals in Kenya is a college that is located in Nairobi. Vision Institute of Professionals in Kenya was introduced by a group of intellectuals who decided to form a college in Kenya which equips people with the knowledge in various fields and disciplines in Kenya that they can apply in the work industry in Kenya.

Vision Institute of Professionals main campus in Kenya is located in Nairobi Ngara area along Murang’a Road. Vision Institute of Professionals Paramount Plaza Campus is located in the 3rd floor of Paramount Plaza, just a few minutes from the City centre of Nairobi. To board a matatu to Vision Institute of professionals from the city centre of Nairobi, you can board any matatu to Eastleigh from the Commercial stage next to Kenya National Archives, any matatu to Banana, Ruaka, Gachie or any other matatu using the Ngara route from the Turskys Daima matatu stage or from Khoja matatu stage in Nairobi.

Vision Institute of Professionals has a Nairobi Town Campus which offers similar classes that the main campus offer and evening classes. Vision Institute of Professionals City Center Campus is located in City Square Building in Nairobi along the Aghakhan Walk near Uchumi supermarket on Moi Avenue in Nairobi city centre.

Vision Institute of Professionals also has a Mombasa campus in Kenya, which is located in Equitorial Commercial Bank Building along Moi Avenue in Mombasa town in Kenya. To contact Visions Institute Of Professionals in Kenya, you can email the college via [email protected] or check visions institute of professionals website on www.vision.co.ke  Visions Institute of Professionals produces Training and Management Consultants in Kenya who can offers consultancy in; Marketing, Auditing, Finance, ICT, Taxation and general Management for all levels. Vision Institute of Professionals is second best CPA college in Kenya, after Strathmore University in Nairobi.

Professional studies in Kenya have been taking the lead for decades as many employers are now employing professional graduates as compared to academic graduates. CPA (Certified Public Accounts) is the common professional course in Kenya. It is quite true that employers in Kenya prefer a section three student than a BCOM (accounting) graduate.

The government of Kenya has also endorsed CPA course as the preferred qualification required to hold public account office in Kenya. For a person to qualify for the public accounts officer position in Kenya, you must be a CPA (International) graduate. This fact has led to many students subscribing to this course in Kenya. You will be shocked that a student taking medicine course is still studying CPA. Many Kenya candidates after receiving their secondary certificates enrol for CPA. Even others in Kenya enroll before their KCSE results are out.

I guess in the near future, CPA will be part of Kenya’s curriculum in such a way that every graduate will be required  to have completed CPA before being honored as a degree graduate regardless of the field he/she has specialized in.

This demand has led the CPA examination body (KASNEB) heightening their qualifications and the examination. The CPA examination body in Kenya- KASNEB has also made CPA graduates more competitive in the world through the change of their syllabus to move from CPA(K) to CPA (International). To qualify for CPA registration and examinations, you need to have at least a mean grade of C+ (plus) and C+ (plus) in both Mathematics and English in secondary school KCSE results in Kenya. If you have done another course, KASNEB may also give you with exemptions depending with the course done.

The biggest challenge in exemptions by KASNEB in Kenya is that even after qualifying for exemptions you, may end up not attaining all the sections to be honored a CPA International holder. KASNEB examinations in Kenya call for serious students who will dedicate most of their time and give constant attention in 6 months time which is equivalent to one semester.

The college/university in Kenya that you choose to study in also contributes to your success or failure. You need qualified and experienced tutors of CPA in Kenya to prepare you before the examinations. There are few universities within Nairobi which are well known for equipping their students and producing most qualified ones. They include:

Strathmore University, Summit College, KCA University, Vision Institute of Professional Studies, Pinnacle School of Business, Zetech College among many others found within the city of Nairobi. If you have a plan to study CPA, you should consider enrolling in one of the above institutes where there are professionals to lecture you to success. Good luck in your studies.

Emergence of new job markets have also led to rise of new courses in the institutions of high learning in Kenya to cater for  the upcoming jobs that require the workforce. Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology is one of the public universities in Kenya that have introduced news courses. These courses includes; Bachelor of Science in Optometry and Vision sciences and Bachelor of Science in midwifery (upgrading).

1. Bachelor of Science in Optometry and Vision science

Kenya is the fifth country in Africa to introduce this course after South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana and Sudan. This course is recognized as Doctor of Optometry in Ghana and Nigeria and it is abbreviated as O.D. Kenya has been offering a Diploma  course in Optometry at Kenya medical training college before this new course cropped to the country. The Masinde Muliro University started offering the above course in 2010 after it was approved by Ministry of Higher learning by that time. This course runs for a period of four years including attending clinical areas after a graduate will be expected to manage  patients with eye conditions and be able to perform minor surgeries of the eye. Unlike their colleagues  pursuing Diploma who will be required to correct lenses only and minor eye conditions. This course is going to increase research in the conditions of the eye and increase the quality of care to patients in hospitals in Kenya. The first batch of students in Masinde Muliro University are expected to graduate next year and currently are using Kakamega Provincial General Hospital and Sabatia Eye Hospital as their areas of clinical practice. The total fees paid for this course is Kshs.148,000 for the self sponsored students and Kshs.24,000 for the Government sponsored students. The requirements of this course include: Minimum grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE with C+ in the following subjects; Biology, Physics, Mathematics and English, 2 principal passes in Biology and Physics a credit either in Chemistry or Mathematics at EACE and Diploma in Optometry or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

2.Bachelor of Science in Midwifery (upgrading)

Bachelor of science in Midwifery is a new course not only in Kenya but also in Africa. It is only offered to students who have Diplomas in Nursing, Midwifery, and community. It takes a duration of two and half years and costs Kshs.230,000 per year including tuition fees. The course was introduced by Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology this year (2013) after approval by both Ministry of Education and Nursing Council of Kenya. This course is offered at the main campus (Kakamega). For one to pursue this course, he/she must fulfill the following requirements; Minimum grade of C (plain) at KCSE or Division III at EAE/KCE, Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery, and Community or KRCHN from a recognized institution or equivalent, Must be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya and holds a current practicing license, Should have a minimum experience of two years.

The introduction of a degree in midwifery will produce qualified health professionals  (midwifes) who will cater for the increase of women seeking maternal services which has been rendered free by the Government of Kenya.

Application; In order to apply for the above mentioned courses, you can obtain the application forms from the university website- www.mmust.ac.ke or visit the main campus at Kakamega town. The forms can also be obtained from the university study centres at Nairobi Kingsway Tyres, Sang’alo, Kaimosi, Bukura, Mt.Elgon, Mumias and Nambale. You then fill the registration forms and send them to the below address after paying non refundable fees of Kshs.1000.

For more information, you can contact the following address;

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology,

P.O Box 190, Kakamega-50100, Kenya

Tel : +254(0) 56 31375

Fax : +254(0) 56 30872

Website: www.mmust.ac.ke

Tourism is one of the major sources of foreign revenue in Kenya. Tourism is one of the most developed and established sector in the country as a result of the benefits it has to the country. Most of the foreigners expect the best services from tourism sector and therefore proper training is required by the tourism personnel.

In line with this, most of the universities has developed and has facilities to offer training to the personnel required for the services in the tourism sector. Maasai Mara is therefore one of the universities which has been able to establish a school to offer courses related to tourisms. Several courses are offered under the school of Tourism and Natural Resources Management in this university which are taught by experienced lecturers.

Courses in the School of Tourism and Natural Resource Management:

Bachelor of Tourism Management – as the name suggests, the course involves how the tourism sector can be successfully managed. The students are equipped with the necessary skills on how to handle any situation related to the tourism sector. The minimum requirements for the enrolment of the course are a minimum Grade of C+ in KCSE with at least a C in Mathematics and English or Business Studies or, 2 principals and a subsidiary pass at “A” level plus at least a pass in Mathematics and English or a Diploma in Tourism Management from a recognized institution. The course is offered in Full time for a period of four years. It require a tuition fee of Ksh 89,500 and Statutory Charge of Ksh 15,750 per academic year.

Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management – wildlife is important and therefore the management and good care taken to them can make the sector be more beneficial as many tourists travel to see the wildlife. This course equip the learner with strong skills on how to use and care about the wildlife for the benefits of the sector and country at whole. The minimum requirements are a C+ in KCSE with at least a C in Mathematics a C in Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography or Physics, Biology or physical Sciences. Alternatively, the candidate should have attained at least two Principals and a Subsidiary pass at “A” level in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or a Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.

Bachelor of Science in Forestry – forests are also important in the society as they act as water catchment areas. Without forests, even the climate would be affected. The course enable the students to tackle any situation in which forests are concerned. The minimum requirements are a C+ in KCSE with at least a C in Mathematics a C in Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography or Physics, Biology or physical Sciences, or the candidate should have attained at least two Principals and a Subsidiary pass at “A” level in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or a Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies – this involves the environment and all what encounter them in the real world. It equips the students with knowledge on how to handle situations affecting the environment such as pollution, deforestation and many more situations. The requirements for enrolment is a C+ in KCSE with at least a C+ in Biology, in Mathematics, Chemistry, English and Geography or Physics, or the candidate attained 2 principals and a subsidiary pass at “A” level. Alternatively, a Diploma in a related field can be used to enroll for the course. The course is undertaken in four academic years in the Main Campus and the fee required per academic year is a statutory charge of Ksh 15,750 and Ksh 89,500 for tuition fee.