Below we provide details about courses offered at Karatina University, admission requirements, fee structure and contacts:
School of Agriculture and Biotechnology
PhD in Soil Sciences
Holder of a Masters degree in Soil Sciences and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a Masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Plant Pathology
Holder of a Masters degree in Plant Pathology and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a Masters degree in the relevant field.
Master of Science in Horticultural Sciences
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Horticulture/Agriculture OR Second class lower degree in Horticulture/Agriculture with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Crop Protection
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Agriculture OR Second class lower degree in Agriculture with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Weed Science
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Agriculture OR Second class lower degree in Agriculture with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Soil Science
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Soil Science OR Second class lower degree in Soil Science with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Postgraduate Diploma in Tea Science and Management
Bachelor of Science Degree in Horticulture/Agriculture and any other related discipline from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C in Mathematics and C+ in any two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, or Home science OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass in above subjects at ‘A’ level OR holders of a recognized Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C in Chemistry or Physical Science; Biology or Biological Science; English or Kiswahili; Physics; Mathematics; OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass in above subjects at ‘A’ level OR holders of a recognized Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
Minimum mean grade of C+ at K.C.S.E with a C+ in Mathematics or Physics, C+ Biology/Agriculture, C+ Chemistry or at least two principal passes at A” Level and one subsidiary in relevant subjects (chemistry, biology, mathematics or physics, and/or agriculture) OR Holders of Higher National Diploma and Ordinary Diploma in agriculture or Animal science OR any other related disciplines from a recognized examining body.
Bachelor of Science in Horticultural Science and Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C in Mathematics and C+ in any two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, or Home science OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass in above subjects at ‘A’ level OR holders of a recognized Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Extension Education
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C in Mathematics and C+ in any two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry or Agriculture, OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass in above subjects at ‘A’ level OR holders of a recognized Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Resource Economics and Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C in Mathematics and C+ in any two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry or Agriculture OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass in above subjects at ‘A’ level OR holders of a recognized Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline from a recognized institution.
School of Business
PhD in Business Management
Holder of a master degree in Business Management and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a master’s degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Entrepreneurship
Holder of a master degree in Entrepreneurship and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a master’s degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Human Resource Development
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Human Resource Management OR Second class lower degree in Human Resource Management with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
PhD in Communication and Public Relations
Holder of a master degree in Communication and Public Relations and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a master’s degree in the relevant field.
Masters of Business Management
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Business/Economics/ Administration/Commerce OR Second class lower degree in Business, Economics, Administration or Commerce with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma
Master of Human Resources Management
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Human Resource Management OR Second class lower degree in Human Resource Management with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Entrepreneurship
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Entrepreneurship OR Second class lower degree in Entrepreneurship with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Hotel and Hospitality Management
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Hotel and Hospitality Management OR Second class lower degree in Hotel and Hospitality Management with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Communication and Public Relations
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Communication and Public Relations OR Second class lower degree in Communication and Public Relations with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Executive Masters in Business Management
Applicants must have a working experience of at least (5) years at a managerial level PLUS – A first degree in any discipline from a recognized University OR CPA (K) / CPS (K) Certificate OR Higher National Diploma in Business Studies.
Bachelor of Business Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least a C in English and C in Mathematics or Commerce or Business Studies or Economics or Accounting OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level OR Diploma in business related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Tourism Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least a C in English or Kiswahili/Kiswahili OR 2 principal passes at ‘A’ Level plus at least a pass in Mathematics and English at ‘O’ level OR Diploma in Tourism or Tour Guiding from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Human Resources Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C in Mathematics and C in English OR 2 principal passes at ‘A’ Level plus at least a pass in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili at ‘O’ level OR A Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Project Planning and Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least a C in English and C in Mathematics or Commerce or Business Studies or Economics or Accounting OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level OR Diploma in Project Planning and Management from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C in Mathematics or in Accounting /Commerce /Business Studies and C in English/Kiswahili OR 2 Principal passes and a subsidiary pass at ‘A’ Level OR a Diploma in Entrepreneurship from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Hotel and Hospitality Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C in English or Kiswahili OR 2 Principal passes at “A” level plus at least pass in Mathematics and English at “O” level OR A Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Economics
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least a C in English and C in Mathematics or Commerce or Business Studies or Economics or Accounting OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level OR Diploma in Economic related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Communication and Public Relations
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C+ (Plus) in English and C+ (Plus) in Kiswahili OR Diploma in Human Resource Management/Journalism/Public Relations /Information Technology from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least a C in English and C in Mathematics or Commerce or Business Studies or Economics or Accounting OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level OR Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution.
School of Education And Social Sciences
PhD in Educational Administration
Holder of a masters degree in Educational Administration and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Educational Psychology
Holder of a masters degree in Educational Psychology and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Geography
Holder of a master’s degree in Geography and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in History
Holder of a master’s degree in History and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Religious Studies
Holder of a master’s degree in Religious Studies and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
Executive Master of Education in Leadership and Policy in Education
Relevant undergraduate degree with at least Second upper division.
Master of Education in Educational Administration
Bachelor of Education Degree with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Bachelor of Education Degree with at least a lower second class honours from a recognized University and at least two years teaching experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Education in Curriculum Development
Bachelor of Education Degree with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Bachelor of Education Degree with at least a lower second class honours from a recognized University and at least two years teaching experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Education in Educational Psychology
Bachelor of Education Degree with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Bachelor of Education Degree with at least a lower second class honours from a recognized University and at least two years teaching experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Education in Guidance and Counselling
Bachelor of Education Degree with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Bachelor of Education Degree with at least a lower second class honours from a recognized University and at least two years teaching experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Education in Early Childhood and Primary Education
Bachelor of Education Degree with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Bachelor of Education Degree with at least a lower second class honours from a recognized University and at least two years teaching experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Arts in Policy and Public Administration
Degree in Public Administration with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Degree in Public Administration with at least a second class (lower) from a recognized University with at least 2 years experience as a Senior Public Administrator or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Upper class honours degree and above in any of the above disciplines OR Degree in above discipline with at least a second class lower from a recognized University with at least 2 years work experience in a related field or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Arts in Criminology, Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice and Public Safety with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice and Public Safety with at least a second class (lower) from a recognized University with at least 2 years work experience in a related field or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Degree in Counselling Psychology with Upper Second class honours degree and above OR Degree in Counselling Psychology with at least a second class (lower) from a recognized University with at least 2 years work experience in the related field or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma
Bachelor of Education (Arts)
Minimum mean grade at C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in English, D+ in Mathematics with at least C + in any two arts subjects OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR Diploma in Education (Arts) from a recognized Institution.
Bachelor of Education (Science)
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in English and C in Mathematics with at least C + in any two science subjects OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR Diploma in Education (Science) from a recognized Institution.
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary Education)
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR P1/S1 certificate OR Diploma in ECD from recognized institution.
Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education-Secondary Option)
Minimum mean grade at C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in English or Kiswahili , D+ in Mathematics with at least C + in any two arts subjects OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR Diploma in Special Need Education from a recognized Institution.
Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education-Primary Option)
Minimum grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR P1/S1 certificate and a Diploma in Special Needs from a recognized institution OR Diploma in Special Needs from recognized institution.
Bachelor of Education (Guidance & Counselling)
Requirements
Minimum mean grade at C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in English or Kiswahili , D+ in Mathematics with at least C + in any two arts subjects OR 2 Principals and subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in relevant subjects OR Diploma in Education (Guidance & Counselling) from a recognized Institution
Bachelor of Arts History/Geography/Kiswahili/Religious Studies/Literature/ English/Linguistics
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution. (Full time) 6.3.22 Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) Plus at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) Plus at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Arts in Community Development
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Minimum mean grade of at least C+ (Plus) at KCSE OR 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass at “A” Level OR Diploma in a related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Arts with Education
Minimum mean grade at C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in English, D+ in Mathematics with at least C + in any relevant arts subject area specialization.
School of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies
PhD in Fisheries
Holder of a Master’s degree in Fisheries and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a master’s degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Environmental Studies
Holder of a Master’s degree in Life Science, Health Science, Physical Science, Engineering and Allied Disciplines and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a masters degree in the relevant field.
Master of Science in Wildlife Management
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Wildlife Management/ Environmental/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline OR Lower Second class degree in Wildlife Management/Environmental/ Biological/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Aquaculture and Fisheries Management
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Wildlife Management/ Environmental/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline OR Lower Second class degree in Wildlife Management/ Environmental/ Biological/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline with at least two years relevant experience or research publication or Postgraduate diploma
Master of Science in Environmental Studies
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Wildlife Management/ Environmental/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline OR Lower Second class degree in Wildlife Management/ Environmental/ Biological/Natural resources/ Fisheries or in a relevant discipline with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Forestry
Upper Second class honours degree and above in Forestry or in a relevant discipline OR Lower Second class degree in Forestry or in a relevant discipline with at least two years relevant experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Bachelor of Science in Forestry
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) and at least a C+ in any of the following two subjects Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics or Agriculture OR 2 Principals and Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture OR Diploma holder in related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) and at least a C+ in any of the following two subjects Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics or Agriculture OR 2 Principals and Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture OR Diploma holder in related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) and at least a C+ in any of the following two subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics or Agriculture OR 2 Principals and Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture OR Diploma holder in related field from a recognized institution
Bachelor of Science in Earth Science and Geo-informatics
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) and at least a C+ in any of the following two subjects Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics or Agriculture OR 2 Principals and Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture OR Diploma holder in related field from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture and Fisheries Management
Minimum mean grade C+ (Plus) and at least a C+ in any of the following two subjects Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics or Agriculture OR 2 Principals and Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level in Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture OR Diploma holder in related field from a recognized institution.
School of Nursing and Public Health
Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management
Minimum grade of C+ in at KCSE with at least C+ in English OR Kiswahili; C in Mathematics OR Physics, C+ in Chemistry or Biology Or be a Holders of Higher National Diploma and Ordinary Diploma in Health Systems Management OR any other related disciplines from a recognized examining body.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Minimum grade of C+ in at KCSE with at least C+ in English OR Kiswahili; C+ in Mathematics OR Physics, C+ in Chemistry and C+ in Biology Or be a Holders of Higher National Diploma and Ordinary Diploma in Nursing with a Distinction or Credit from Nursing Council of Kenya accredited Training Institutions.
School of Pure and Applied Sciences
PhD in Microbiology
Holder of a Masters degree in Microbiology and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a Masters degree in the relevant field.
PhD in Plant Diversity and Evolution
Holder of a Masters degree in Plant Taxonomy, Plant Ecology and one publication OR Holder of other qualifications considered by Karatina University Senate as equivalent of a Masters degree in the relevant field.
Master of Science in Biostatistics
Bachelor of Science in Statistics with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above area with 2 years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Botany
(With specializations in: Plant Taxonomy, Plant Ecology, Plant pathology, Plant Physiology or Mycology)
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Botany, Crop Protection, Zoology or Agriculture with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above areas with 2 years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Zoology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Agriculture with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above areas with 2 years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Masters of Science (Physics)
Masters of Science (Chemistry)
Masters of Science (Biochemistry)
Master of Science in Information Technology (IT)
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology / Computer Science with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above area with 2 years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Information Science
Bachelor of Science in Information Science / Record Management / Library Science with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above area with 2 years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above areas with two years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
Master of Science in Plant Diversity and Evolution
Bachelor of Science in Plant Taxonomy, Ecology with a Second Class Honours Upper Division from a recognized Institution OR Holders of Second Class Lower Division in the above areas with two years work experience or one research publications or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (IT)
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus)at KCSE with a C+ in Mathematics & C Plain in English or Kiswahili OR KNEC Diploma in Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus)at KCSE and at least a C+ in Mathematics, Physics or Physical Science OR 2 principal passes, one of which must be in Mathematics or Physics at “A” level OR KNEC Diploma in Computer Studies or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a minimum of grade B- in Mathematics OR KNEC Diploma in Applied statistics or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and a C+ in any two Science subjects relevant to the area of study OR 2 principals and a subsidiary pass at “A” level in Science subjects OR KNEC Diploma in Science /Applied Sciences or its equivalent from recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or its equivalent and at least a B- in Biology/Biological Sciences, C+ in Chemistry and C+ in Mathematics OR 2 Principal passes, one must be in Biology and subsidiary in Mathematics with C in Physics at “O” Level OR KNEC Diploma in Sciences /Applied Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a B- in Chemistry or Physical Sciences, Biology or Biological Sciences C+, Mathematics C+, and C in Physics or Geography OR “A” level with 2 Principal passes in Chemistry & Biology, Subsidiary in Mathematics with C Plain in Physics at “O” Level OR KNEC Diploma in Sciences /Applied Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
BSC. Electronics with Informatics
BSC. Analytical Chemistry
Bachelor of Science with Education
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE, C in Mathematics and a C+ Biology/ Physics/Chemistry OR 2 principal and subsidiary pass at “A” level in Science subjects OR KNEC Diploma in Science /Applied Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a B in Maths OR Diploma in Actuarial Science or Applied Statistics from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences
Minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE with a C (Plain) in Maths and English/Kiswahili OR Diploma in Information Science or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
How to Apply
Karatina University has intakes in January, May, and September for Full Time, Weekend and Evening classes.
Application Procedure:
Masters and undergraduate programmes Download Application form Here
PhD Programme Application form Download Here
Application fee is Ksh. 3,000 for PhD programmes, Ksh. 2,000 for Masters Programmes and Ksh. 1,000 for Undergraduate Programmes.
Payments should be made in Bankers Cheque in favour of Karatina University or direct deposit to the University Account: Equity Bank, Karatina Branch, Ac. No. 0040298291603
Duly filled application forms (with relevant certificates and application payment slip attached) can be dropped at Karatina University, Main Campus, School of Business, Karatina Towns or sent to
The Registrar
(Academic, Research and Student Affairs)
P.O. Box 1957 – 10101,
KARATINA, KENYA.
Or Email: admissions@karu.ac.ke
Or call Admission office through 0716135171
Application forms can also be obtained from Karatina University, Main Campus, School of Business, Karatina Towns.
Karatina University Contacts
P.O. BOX 1957—10101, Karatina, Kenya.
Tel: (+254) 20 2176 713
Mob: (+254)729 721 200
info@karu.ac.ke
Karatina University fee structure
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- A100_Bachelor of Science in Horticultural Science and Management
- A101_Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Nutrition
- A102_Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Extension and Education
- A103_Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Resource and Economics
- A104_ Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics
- A105_Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
- B100_Bachelor of Business Management
- B101_Bachelor of Tourism Management
- B102_Bachelor of Human Resource Management
- B103_Bachelor of Project Planning and Management
- B104_Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- B105_ Bachelor of Hotel and Hospitality Management
- B106_Bachelor of Economics
- B107_Bachelor of Communications and Public Relations
- E100_Bachelor of Education (Arts)
- E101_Bachelor of Education (Science)
- E103_Bachelor of Education (Arts) with Special Needs Education
- E105_Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- E106_Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration
- E107_Bachelor of Arts in Criminology Criminal Justice and Public Safety
- E108_Bachelor of Arts in Community Development
- E109_Bachelor of Arts in Geography
- E111_Bachelor of Arts with Education
- E112_Bachelor of Education (Guidance and Counselling)
- N101_Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
- N102_Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources
- N104_Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture and Fisheries Management
- P100_Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- P101_Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- P102_Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing
- P103_Bachelor of Science
- P104_Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
- P105_Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
- P106_Bachelor of Science with Education
- P107_Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
- P108_bachelor of Science in Information Science
- P109_GSSP Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- P110_GSSP Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management
Karatina University Fee payment options and paybill number
Karatina University fees are payable at the beginning of each semester. Payment options include bank transfers to specified accounts, or via M-Pesa. The University does not accept cash payments.
Payment Methods:
- Bank Transfers:
- Equity Bank: Account Name: KARATINA UNIVERSITY, Account Number: 0040298291603.
- Cooperative Bank: Account Name: KARATINA UNIVERSITY, Account Number: 01129059776700.
- M-Pesa (Pay Bill):
- Business Number: 716188.
- Account Number: Student Registration Number.
Additional Notes:
- Fees should be paid in full at the beginning of each semester.
- The University encourages using bankers’ cheques.
- Foreign students pay an additional 25% of tuition fees.
- The fee structure is subject to change at the University’s discretion.
- Students are responsible for accommodation, food, and other personal expenses.
- Accommodation is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis after full fee payment