Overview

University of Nairobi's Nursing BSN program prepares students for a rewarding career in the field of nursing. By emphasizing clinical skills, health assessment, nursing ethics, and leadership in healthcare, this program provides students with a solid foundation to excel in various roles within the nursing profession.

Key Features

Extensive coursework covering nursing fundamentals, medical-surgical nursing, maternal and child health, psychiatric nursing, and community health nursing
Practical training in clinical settings, gaining hands-on experience in providing direct patient care
Study of nursing research, evidence-based practice, healthcare ethics, and healthcare management
Specialization options in areas like critical care nursing, pediatric nursing, geriatric nursing, or community health nursing
Clinical rotations, simulation exercises, and community health projects to enhance practical skills and knowledge

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Assessment and Promotion
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Maternal and Child Health Nursing
Psychiatric Nursing
Community Health Nursing
Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice
Healthcare Ethics and Legal Issues
Leadership and Management in Nursing
Research Methods in Nursing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-28 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Nursing

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with a science background (biology, chemistry)
Minimum GPA or grade requirements (varies by university)
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required for non-native English speakers)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Any additional entrance exams or interviews as specified by the university

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

324000 KES / year

≈ 324000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

324000 KES / year

≈ 324000 KES / year

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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