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Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing(Nursing) in Kenya

  • Course Name: Bachelor of Science in Nursing(Nursing)
  • Major Subject: Nursing
  • Course Category: Degree
  • Average Study Duration:

Colleges Offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing(Nursing)

  • Regina Pacis University College Regina Pacis University College, Nairobi  
    Direct Entry Students

    Course Entry Requirements:
    The minimum grade is C+ and C+ in Math/Physics, C+ in English /Kiswahili, C+ in Chemistry, C+ in Biology
    Duration: 4 Years

    Upgrading Nurses

    The applicant must be Kenya registered Community Health Nurse or Kenya registered Nurse/ Midwife from a recognized institution. The diploma holder must also have either of the following;
    - KCSE minimum Grade of C Plain
    - KCE/ EACE Division II or principal and subsidiary pass, in science subjects
    - KCE/EACE Division III plus Certificate in Nursing
  • Tharaka University College Tharaka University College, Tharak Nithi  
    Entry Requirements

    Have attained Division II in KCE or an aggregate C (plain) in KCSE, with C in: Biology/ Biological Sciences; English or Kiswahili; Mathematics or Chemistry/ Physics or Physical Sciences,

    a Diploma in Community Health Nursing from a recognized medical training institution, registration by the NCK,

    and 2-years working experience.

    Duration & Study Mode

    8 tri-mesters (3 per year), Work-based

    (May intake only)

    Tution Fees (only)

    58,000/=/semester
  •  Narok University College, Narok  
    Course requirements

    A minimum of a C+ in KCSE with a C+ in maths,chemistry and biology or
    be in possession of diploma in nursing from a recognized institution
    with at least a credit pass or any other relevant qualification approved
    by the senate.

    Duration

    Four years
  • Umma University Umma University, Kajiado  
  • University of Nairobi School of Biological Sciences University of Nairobi School of Biological Sciences, Nairobi  
  • Clive Irvine College of Nursing Clive Irvine College of Nursing, Chogoria  

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Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing(Nursing)

  • University of Nairobi University of Nairobi, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    To qualify for this program,
    one is expected to possess any one of
    the qualifications below:
    (a)A minimum of C+ in KCSE with C+ in
    alternative subjects given:
    Alternative 1
    (i)English or kiswahili
    (ii)Physics
    (iii)Maths
    (iv)Chemistry
    (v)Biology

    Alternative 2
    (i)Maths
    (ii)Biological sciences
    (iii)English or kiswahili
    (iv)Physical sciences

    (b) A diploma nursing from a recognized
    institution with either a credit or distinction
    from a reputable medical college.

    (c) Applicants currently employed may also be considered
    for admission as long as they produce a statement from
    their employer.

    (d)Applicants holding relevant diplomas must produce
    a statement from their principals to proof that their
    scores in science subjects and overall qualifications
    meet the minimum degree entry requirements

    Course duration
    Six years



  • Egerton University Egerton University, Nakuru  
    Admission requirements
    - Applicants must have scored
    a minimum of C+ in KCSE.They
    must also have passed in subjects
    in either of the alternatives below:
    -Alternative 1
    (i)C+ in chemistry
    (ii)C+ in biology
    (iii)C+ in physics or maths
    (iv)C+ in kiswahili or English

    Alternative 2
    (i)A subsidiary passes in either
    physics or maths
    (ii)A minimum of two principal passes
    in biology and chemistry

    Alternative 3
    - (i) A minimum of C in KCSE,division III
    at KCE or one principal and subsidiary for
    A-level examinations.
    (ii)Be in possession of a Kenya Registered
    Nursing diploma.
    (iii)Applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya or other institutions recognized by the Nursing Council of Kenya.

    Graduation requirements
    - Student shall be required to take and pass all scheduled courses within the stipulated period.

    Course duration
    - Four years
  • Amref International University  Amref International University , Nairobi  
    This is a non-resident 3 year course that enables all cadres of diploma nurses i.e. those with KRN, KRCHN, KRM or KRPN qualifications to upgrade to the level of Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSCN).

    Course Entry Requirements:
    A diploma in Nursing KRCHN, KRN and KRM) or its equivalent from a recognised institution
    A mean grade of C plain in KCSE or its equivalent with a C plain in English or Kiswahili.
    KCE/EACE Division II plus a Diploma in nursing and a pass in English or Kiswahili
    A minimum of 2 years working experience in a relevant setting after attainment of the Diploma in Nursing
    A valid Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) License
  • The Presbyterian University of East Africa The Presbyterian University of East Africa, Kikuyu  
    Minimum Admission Requirements:-

    - KCSE mean grade C+ (plus). Cluster subjects: C+ in Biology or Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English/Kiswahili,
    Mathematics/Physics
    OR
    - Kenya Certificate of Education(KCE) / East Africa Certificate of Education (EACE) examinations Division II with Credits Pass in
    Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, English or Kiswahili, Mathematics or Physics/Physical Sciences
    OR
    - Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with Principal Pass in Biology and Chemistry and a Subsidiary Pass or
    equivalent qualifications.

    b.) Duration (Years) – 4 Years
  • JKUAT Main Campus Juja JKUAT Main Campus Juja, Nairobi  
    Academic requirements
    - Applicants are required to have attained a B- in biology or biological sciences,a C- in maths and chemistry or physical science,also the students scored a C- either of the alternatives below:
    (a)C- in physics,English/kiswahili
    (b)C- in agriculture/geography,English/kiswahili or
    - Hold a KACE certificate with two principle pass in sciences,one being biology or
    - Hold a relevant diploma from a recognized institution or
    - Be in possession of a higher diploma with a credit pass or
    - Any other qualifications recognized by the university senate
    Course duration
    - 4 years
  • Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega  
    It is a program that is
    concerned with the study
    of human health.Students are
    introduced human anatomy,disease-causing
    organisms,treatment and prevention of
    such diseases.

    Entry requirements
    - A minimum of a C+ in KCSE with
    a C+ in English,maths or physics,biology and
    chemistry or a diploma in nursing from a reputable
    institution with a credit pass.
    Applicants are required to pay sh.1000
    non-refundable application fee.

    Program duration
    - A minimum of four years
  • Chuka University Chuka University, Chuka  
    Admission requirements.
    (a) A minimum of C+ at KCSE with C+ in each of the following:
    (i) Chemistry or Physical Sciences.

    (ii) Maths or Physics.

    (iv) Biology or Biological Sciences.

    (v) English or Kiswahili. OR

    (b) A KACE certificate with two principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass in Physics/Maths.

    Tuition fees.
    70, 000 per semester.

    Course duration.
    12 tri-mesters.
  • Uzima University College Uzima University College, Kisumu  
    Admission requirements
    (i) Candidates must have scored a B+ in KCSE with a C+ in biology,chemistry,physics or maths and a C+ in English/kiswahili or

    (ii) Two principle principles in biology and chemistry and a one subsidiary pass in either maths or physics or

    (iii) Division II or a C+ in KCSE with C+ in maths,chemistry and biology with a diploma in medical sciences.

    Duration
    Four years

    Mode of study
    Full time
  • Mt Kenya University Mt Kenya University, Thika  
    Course requirements
    Applicants are required to have attained a C+ in KCSE,with a C+ in chemistry,English,biology and a C+ in either maths or physics.In addition,those joining upgrading program must be in possession of a diploma in nursing from a reputable institution,a minimum of a C in KCSE or division III,hold a valid practice license from Nursing Council of Kenya plus two years work experience
    Course duration
    - Four years
  • Daystar University Daystar University, Nairobi  
    Entry requirements
    - A minimum of C+ in
    KCSE with C+ in KCSE
    with C+ in each of the
    subjects given in either of the alternatives below:
    Alternative one
    (i)Maths/physics
    (ii)English or kiswahili
    (iii)Biology
    (iv)Chemisty

    Alternative two
    (i)Biological sciences
    (ii)Physical sciences
    (iii)Maths
    (iv)English or kiswahili

    Program duration
    -Four years
  • University of Kabianga University of Kabianga, Kericho  
    Entry requirements.
    (a) A Diploma in nursing from a recognized institution.

    (b) KCSE mean grade of C OR Division two II in Kenya.

    (c) Certificate of Education or its equivalent; OR one principal pass in Biology and two subsidiaries.

    (d) A minimum two years of relevant working experience after attainment of the diploma.
    Registration and current practice license from Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Kenya Methodist University Kenya Methodist University, Meru  
    Entry requirements
    - One must have scored a minimum
    of C+ in KCSE with C+ in each of
    the subjects given in the alternatives
    below:
    Alternative 1
    (i)Biology
    (ii)Mathematics/physics
    (iii)Chemistry
    (iv)English/kiswahili

    Alternative 2
    (i)Maths
    (ii)English/kiswahili
    (iii)Biological sciences
    (iv)Physical sciences

    Course duration
    - Four years
  • Daystar University, Nairobi Campus Daystar University, Nairobi Campus, Nairobi  
    Bachelor of nursing is offered
    in school of science,engineering and health.

    Course requirements
    - One must have scored a C+ in KCSE with a C+ in
    physics or maths,English or kiswahili,biology or chemistry or
    a C+ in combined subjects of biological sciences, physical sciences,maths
    and a C+ in kiswahili or English.

    Course duration
    - The course takes six years
  • Great Lakes University of Kisumu Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Kisumu  
    Application fee
    -Kshs.1,000

    Registration fee
    -Kshs.2,000

    Admission requirements
    - Applicants are required
    to have scored a minimum
    of C+ in KCSE or a relevant
    diploma from a recognized
    institution.

    Tuition fee
    -Kshs.66,700 per semester

    Mode of study
    - Full time

    Period of study
    - Twelve semesters
  • Kabarak University Kabarak University, Nakuru  
    Entry requirements
    - Applicants must have scored a minimum of C+ in KCSE with C+ in each of the subjects below:
    (i)English or Kiswahili
    (ii)Biology or Biological sciences
    (iii)Chemistry or physical science
    (iv)Physics or maths

    Course duration
    -Four years
  • University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Nairobi Extension Centre University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Nairobi Extension Centre, Nairobi  
    Entry requirements
    -Candidates must have attained a C+ in KCSE with a C+ in maths/physics,chemistry and biology or
    -Hold a diploma in nursing from a reputable institution with at least a credit pass
    Course duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Eldoret Extension Centre University of Eastern Africa, Baraton Eldoret Extension Centre, Eldoret  
    Admission requirements
    -Applicants must have scored a C+ with a C+ in maths/physics,chemistry and biology or
    -A diploma in nursing from accredited institution
    Course duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kabianga University College School of Education and Social Sciences Kabianga University College School of Education and Social Sciences, Kericho  
    Admission Requirements:

    A minimum Mean Grade of C+ in KCSE with at least a C+ in Mathematics, English/Kiswahili, Chemistry, Biology (C+)

    OR

    'A' Level with 2 principal pass and 2 subsidiaries.
  • Mount Kenya University School Of Health Sciences  Mount Kenya University School Of Health Sciences , Thika  
    For upgrading atleast C plain in English/ kiswahili, mathematics, and c plain in biology/chemestry/physics
    The course takes 2½ years to be awarded bachelor of science in nursing
  • Kenya Methodist University Nairobi campus Kenya Methodist University Nairobi campus, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C+ in chemistry, biology, maths/physics and English/kiswahili
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  •  Kenya methodist university mombasa campus, Mombasa  
    Course requirements
    -KCSE C+ with a C+ in chemistry and biology,maths/physics,English/kiswahili
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Egerton University  Njoro Campus Egerton University Njoro Campus, Nakuru  
    This is a course offered at the university.it is a good course that allows one venture into the medicine world, it is offered in the faculty of health sciences
  • Kenya Methodist University Nyeri campus Kenya Methodist University Nyeri campus, Nyeri  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C+ in maths/physics, chemistry and biology
    Course duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenya Methodist University Nakuru Campus Kenya Methodist University Nakuru Campus, Nakuru  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C+ in maths, biology and chemistry
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • University of Eastern Africa, Baraton University of Eastern Africa, Baraton, Eldoret  
    Entry Requirements
    -KCSE C+ and above
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -Full time
  • St. Pauls University St. Pauls University, Limuru  
    Admission requirements; C+ and above in biology, maths, chem or physical sciences.
  • Catholic University of Eastern Africa Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi  
  • South Eastern Kenya University South Eastern Kenya University, Kitui  
  • Dedan Kimathi University of Technology DKUT Dedan Kimathi University of Technology DKUT, Nyeri  
  • Catholic University of Eastern Africa Faculty of Science Catholic University of Eastern Africa Faculty of Science, Nairobi  

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