MSc. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Entry Requirements

A holder of at least an Upper Second-Class Honours degree in, Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Medical Microbiology, BSc. Environmental Health, BSc. Public Health, BSc. Biochemistry, or Biological Sciences, from JKUAT or any other Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.
A holder of at least an Upper Second-Class Honours degree in, Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Medical Microbiology, BSc. Environmental Health, BSc. Public Health, BSc. Biochemistry, or Biological Sciences, BSc. Health Systems from JKUAT or any other Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.
A holder of BSc. Nursing, BSc. Medical Laboratory Sciences, Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharmacy), Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), Bachelor of Dental Surgery, BSc. Community Health, BSc. Nutrition or Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) from any Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.
In addition to the above, the applicant should also have satisfied the minimum entry requirements for admission to an undergraduate degree programme.

Course Duration

The duration of the Master of Science course shall be at least eighteen months (18 months) from the date of registration. The Master of Science course in Master of Science in Epidemiology and Biostatistics shall consist of:

Taught courses in the first year of study
Research, seminars, and thesis in the second year of study.

How to Apply

1

Download

Begin by downloading the application form.

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Fill Form

Fill in the form ensuring that all the fields are completed accurately

3

Attach Documents

Along with the application form, applicants must attach:
* A recent passport photo
* Copies of all academic certificates and transcripts
* Any preceding certificates

4

Admissions Fees

Once all forms are completed and all necessary documents attached, applicants will proceed to any JKUAT Cash Office (Main or CBD Campus) for payment of admissions fees (KES 1500).

5

Payment Receipt

Upon payment, applicants will receive an original receipt from JKUAT, which must be attached to one of the duly filled application forms. The other two copies should have copies of the receipt attached.

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Collect Forms

Collect:
* The three copies of the form
* The two copies of receipt
* Copy of Photo ID (National ID or Passport)

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Submit Documents

The completed forms, along with attachments, should be submitted to the KEMRI Graduate School (KGS) Admissions Office, KEMRI HQ.

*** The certificates up to and including secondary school certificate (KCSE)

** Applicants must include a certificate of recognition and equation issued by the Commission for University Education (CUE) for qualifications attained outside Kenya.

How to Apply

1

Download

2

Fill Form

3

Attach Documents

4

Admissions Fees

5

Payment Receipt

6

Collect Forms

7

Submit Documents

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