We offer programmes in Industrial and Analytical Chemistry. Our programmes explore the structure, characterization, properties and selection of the full range of materials used in the industry today. In addition, the programmes also examine organic, physical and environmental chemistry. We focus strongly on industrial relevance and application throughout the course.

COURSE TITLE	MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS	DURATION
Bachelor of Technology in Industrial Chemistry	KCSE Mean Grade C+ (plus) with C+ in chemistry and cluster subjects Diploma in Analytical/Industrial Chemistry or equivalent qualification	6 semesters + 2 IBL semesters for Diploma Holders 8 semesters + 2 IBL semesters for KCSE holders
Bachelor of Technology in Medicinal Chemistry
Bachelor of Philosophy in Technology in applied Chemistry (Analytical option)  Evening Only	KCSE Mean Grade C+ (plus) AND higher diploma in Analytical Chemistry or equivalent qualification	4 semesters
Diploma in Technology in Applied Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry)	KCSE Mean Grade C-(minus) with C- in chemistry and cluster subjects	6 semesters + 1 IBL semester for KCSE holders 4 semesters + 1 IBL semester for certificate in Applied Chemistry holders Tuition fee: : KSH
Diploma in Technology in Applied Chemistry (Industrial Chemistry)

POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES

COURSE TITLE	MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS	DURATION
Master of Science in Computational Chemistry	BSc or BTech (2nd Class Honours, Upper Division or above) chemistry major or as one of the two subjects at the Bachelor’s degree level as a major or its equivalent. BSc or BTech (2nd Class Honours, Upper Division or above)  chemistry major or as one of the two subjects at the Bachelor’s degree level as a major or its equivalent with 3 years’ work experience.	5 semesters (2 semesters course work + 1 semester IBL + 2 semesters research)
Master of Technology in Petroleum Chemical Technology
Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry	Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field Research Concept note	Minimum 3 academic years.

 

Teaching and learning
The courses contain a balance of lectures and practical work, accompanied by regular tutorials that will help you with your learning through guided practice and instant feedback. Practical work and tutorials are often carried out in teams, which not only aid your learning, but also help the learners develop valuable intra-personal skills. You will also benefit from small-group tutorials with course tutors, during which you can discuss any course-related matters and others like career choice, or how to improve your attractiveness to employers.
Alongside the dedicated chemical science teaching, we also provide formal teaching in communication and transferable skills, including management, organizational behavior, computing and presentation techniques.

Assessment
Our Bachelor of Technology degree explores the chemistry, reactions, structures, characterization, properties and selection of the full range of materials used in industry today. We focus strongly on industrial relevance and application throughout the course.
Learners are assessed by a combination of coursework and examination. The study areas are by nature, practical and this is reflected in the teaching methods and assessment. All units contain a significant coursework element (at least 30%) made up of laboratories, assessment tests, class exercises, projects, case studies, or assignments. This greatly enhances your understanding of the subject and your learning experience. A large part of the final year is devoted to a project.
The Bachelor and Diploma courses are evaluated in terms of course units. A course unit is defined as comprising of 48 contact hours made up of 4 hours of lecture/tutorial/practical per week for 12 weeks. All other units will be taken as a proportion of one unit of 48 contact hours. The pass mark in each course unit shall be 40% of the maximum mark possible in the course unit. Practical exercises and other assignments shall be examined as part of the respective semester study.
There are two industry based learning (attachment) for the BTech programs, one being internal (within the University) usually at the end of the 2nd year of study, and another being external at students chosen chemical industry or related industries.