Overview

Program Details

The Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine programme offered by the University of Nairobi responds to the emerging needs by addressing animals in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions, emphasizing acquisition of practical skills including entrepreneurship.

At the end, the students are well equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to meet the market expectations.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biochem And Molecular Biology

Gross Anatomy

Histology And Embryology

Lab. Methods In Reproductive Biology And Animal Models

Reproductive Epidemiology And Biostatistics

Principles Of Scientific Comm

Gross Anatomy

Histology And Embryology

Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine

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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

Candidates eligible for admission to the above degree programme will be required to be holders of the following qualifications:

A minimum of a C+ in KCSE with at least C (plain) in Biology or Biological Scienceand any one of the following subjects: Maths, Chemistry, Physics or Physical Sciences.

Two principals and one subsidiary pass at KACE level or equivalent, one of which must be in Biology and the other in any science subject.

A minimum of a C– (minus) in KCSE with an ordinary diploma in Animal Health/Agriculture/ Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution.

Holders of a Degree in a Biological Science from an institution recognized by University of Nairobi Senate.

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Tuition Fee

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International

468000 KES/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 468000 KES per year during 60 months.
National

468000 KES/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 468000 KES per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Nairobi

49608 - 74988 KES /month

Living costs

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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