Moi University is compared to none when we are looking for
the best University in Western Kenya. On this page therefore we bring you all
you need to know about its background history, schools and programmes at Moi
University in Western Kenya
Courses offered at Moi University Kenya
Undergraduate
The following undergraduate programmes are offered at moi
university in the respective schools. Please click on the school name to go to
the school's website.
School of Aerospace Sciences
- Bachelor
of Science in Aerospace Science and Operations
School of Arts and Social Sciences
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Bachelor of Arts in Creative Arts (Theatre arts)
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Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Studies
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Bachelor of Arts in Geography
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Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
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Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili
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Bachelor of Arts in Language and Literary Studies (Linguistics)
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Bachelor of Arts in Literature, Theatre and Film Studies
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration
School of Business and Economics
- Bachelor
of Business Management (BBM)
- Bachelor
of Tourism Management (BTM)
- Bachelor
of Travel and Tour Operations Management
- Bachelor
of Hotel and Hospitality Management
- Bachelor
of Arts in Economics
- Bachelor
of Science in Agricultural Economics & Resource Management
- Bachelor
of Sports Management
School of Dentistry
- Bachelor
of dental surgery (BDS -5 years)
School of Education
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Bachelor of Education [Arts]
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Bachelor of Education [Education Science]
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Bachelor of Education [Technology Education]
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Bachelor of Education [Guidance and Counselling]
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Bachelor of Education [Early Childhood and Primary Education]
School of Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Civil and Structural Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Industrial and Textile Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering
- B.
Eng. in Chemical and Process Engineering
School of Human Resource Development
- Certificate
in Human Resource Management
- Certificate
in Public Relations
- Certificate
in Entrepreneurship
- Certificate
in Project Management
- Certificate
in Public Speaking
- Diplomas
in Human Resources
- Diplomas
in Public Relations
- Diplomas
in Entrepreneurship
- Diplomas
in Project Management
- Diplomas
in Journalism
- Bachelor
of Science in Communications and Public Relations
- Bachelor
of Science in Graphic Communication
- Bachelor
of Science in Communication and Journalism
- Bachelor
of Science in Human Resource Management
- Bachelor
of Science in Strategic Management
- Bachelor
of Science in Entreprenuership
- Bachelor
of Science in Project Planning and Management
School of Biological and Physical Sciences
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) with majors in one of the following;
Botany, Chemistry, Physics, or Zoology,
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Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science (AS),
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Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing (AST),
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Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry,
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (CS) and
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Bachelor of Science in Microbiology.
- Bachelor
of Medicine
- Bachelor
of Surgery
- Bachelor
of Nursing
- Bachelor
of Physical Therapy
- Bachelor
of Medical Psychology
- School
of Public Health
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Diploma in Community Health
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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health
- School
of Nursing
- Bachelor
of Science in Nursing (Undergraduate)
- Master
of Science in Nursing
School of Information Sciences
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Bachelor of Science in Informatics
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Bachelor of Science (Information Sciences)
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Bachelor of Science (Media Science)
School of Law
- Bachelor
Law (LLB)
- School
of Medicine
Information for New Students
TRAVELING TO MOI UNIVERSITY
Moi University, currently, has three campuses namely; Main
Campus which is thirty five (35) Kilometers South East of Eldoret Town, the
Town campus comprising the Hospital Campus situated at the Moi Teaching and
Referral Hospital, housing School of Medicine & School o f Public Health,
Town Annex Campus housing School of Law and the Edoret West Campus housing
Evening Programmee and later School of Business & Economics and the Annex
which house the students of Law three (3) Kilometers of the Eldoret-Nairobi
Road.
The campuses are served by Matatus, which operate, from
Eldoret Town.
Students reporting at the Main Campus can board the Matatus
at the Matatu terminus on Hospital road while those reporting at Chepkoilel
Campus can board them on the Eldoret-Iten Road opposite the Uasin Gishu
District Hospital next to the Public Library.
Those reporting at the School of Medicine and School of
Public Health or Law respectively can walk or take a Taxi from Eldoret Town.
ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION
Student are expected to arrive between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. on the opening day for registration at the respective Campuses indicated
in their letter of offer.
Any student arriving after 5:00 p.m. will not be registered
nor be given Accommodation until the following day.
IMMIGRATION
All students who are not citizens of East Africa must be in
possession of VALID PASSPORT BEFORE arriving in Kenya.
Temporary travel documents are not acceptable to the
Immigration Authority in Kenya.
In addition, all non-citizens must obtain re-entry permits
from their own territorial Immigration Department to cover the duration of the
courses and must bring their passport with them when they come to register at
the University.
BURSARY FORMS AND LOANS
Kenya students who wish to be considered for the Kenya
Government Loan and Bursary should complete the necessary forms.
The forms are enclosed with the admission documents.
STUDENTS PERSONAL DETAILS FORM
You are required to complete in quadruplicate and attach
passport size photograph, on a yellow background, on each form.
The photographs should bear names of candidates and
admission number in FULL (NO INITIALS PLEASE) on the reverse side.
(This information is important in the event of the
photographs being misplaced).
Forward one completed copy of the personal details form
(MUJI/2) together with the acceptance letter MUJI/1 to the Chief Academic
Officer immediately.
FEES AND BURSARIES
a) Non-Kenyan Students
All Non-Kenyan students must produce evidence of adequate
financial support before coming to the University.
The evidence must be in the form of a letter from sponsoring
body guaranteeing adequate financial support for the entire duration of the
course. Fees will be collected at the time of registration.
b) Clothing, Pocket money, Laundry
Non-Kenyan students are advised to bring with them between
6,000/= (Six Thousand Shillings only) and Kshs. 12,000/= (Twelve Thousand
Shilling only) per Semester for the above expenses. In addition they may bring
at least Kshs. 5,000/= (Five Thousand Shillings only) for incidental expenses.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Admission into the University is subject to receipt of
satisfactory Medical Report.
Students are, therefore required to undergo medical
examination by the recognized medical practitioner before coming to the
University.
Form MUJI/3 is enclosed for this purpose and should be
returned to us with your Acceptance of Admission.
If this is not possible it should be submitted at the time
of registration.
MEDICAL ATTENTION AT THE UNIVERSITY
A health clinic is opened to all students at the Campus.
Please note that the University does not provide health services as detailed in
9 and 10 below.
The University is not responsible for expenses incurred with
hospitals, physicians or pharmacists without prior referral.
NON-RESIDENT STUDENTS
Students not residing in University Halls of Residence are
expected to make their own arrangements for medical attention, however, when on
campus services of the University Clinic will be open to them.
DENTAL AND OPTICAL TREATMENT
The University does not provide dental or optical treatment.
Any student having or suspecting eye trouble should consult
opticians and where necessary get spectacles before coming to the University.
Students with dental and eye problems will be directed to
the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital for treatment.
GAMES AND SPORTS
Arrangements have been made for a wide range of sporting
activities and games.
As a residential Campus, extra-curricula activities are
essential for total human development and students are advised to participate
in as many sporting activities as possible.
Games Track Suits can be purchased from the University
Bookshop.
Students are also expected to bring two pairs of shorts
(men) gym skirt/tunic (for women), T-Shirt and game shoes.
REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE OF
STUDENTS
University students are expected to observe regulations
governing the conduct and discipline of students while in the University. The
regulations are enclosed for your information.
CONDITIONS FOR REGISTRATION
No student will be registered without producing the
following: -
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The admission letter
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Original result slip/certificate (which will be returned to the
student after verification of its authenticity).
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Two photocopies of the Result slip/certificates
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Three copies of the completed personal details form.
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Copy of the National Identity Card or Birth Certificate for those
who are below 18 year old.
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Receipts for requisite fees from the Finance Department.
CONTACT ADDRESSES
Dean of Students,
P.O. Box 3900
Eldoret, Kenya
Email: deanstudents@mu.ac.ke
Brief History Of Moi University
Moi University is a Kenyan public university located in Eldoret, western Kenya.
It was the second public university to be established in
Kenya, second only to the University of Nairobi.
It is one of seven fully fledged public institutions of
higher learning in Kenya (the others being the University of Nairobi, Jomo
Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Maseno University, Egerton
University, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology and Kenyatta
University).
It was established in 1984 by the Moi University Act of
Parliament after recommendations from the Mackay Commission.
As of 2007 it had over 20,000 students of whom 17,086 were
undergraduates, and operates eight campuses and two constituent colleges.
Schools at Moi University in Kenya
The university emphasizes science and technology. It has the
following schools:
• School of Business and Economics
• School of Education
• School of Information Sciences
• School of Engineering
• School of Medicine
• School of Dentistry
• School of Public Health
• School of Law
• School of Arts and Social Sciences
• School of Aerospace Science
• School of Human Resource Development
• School of Biological Sciences
Moi University Campuses
• Main Campus
• Town Campuses
Moi university Satellite campuses
• Alupe Campus
• Kericho Campus
• Central Kenya Campus
• Southern Nyanza Campus
• Chepkoilel Campus
• Nairobi Campus
• Odera Akang'o Campus
• Coast Campus
Moi university Constituent colleges
• Kabianga University College
• Narok University College
• Meru University College
• Chepkoilel University
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