Overview
This program is designed to provide a sound knowledge of various aspects of Bioinformatics as relevant to teaching, research development and entrepreneurship in Bioinformatics. The program aims at training scholars who can conduct basic and applied multi-disciplinary research activities to address human and animal health, agriculture and the pharmaceutical industry.
With advances in genomic technologies, vast amount of biological data continue to be generated.
To get meaningful information from this data, scientists need to equip themselves with knowledge on molecular biology, sequencing, and skills necessary for designing tools to analyze massive amounts of data.
Contact of support persons
Gerald Juma, PhD
Chairman,
Department of Biochemistry
P.O Box 30197-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (020)494152
Mobile No. +254 (02) 722600922/ 704252505
Email: dept-biochem@uonbi.ac.ke
Ms Rose Minoo Makewa.
Senior Administrative Assistant,
Department of Biochemistry
P.O Box 30197-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (020)494152
Email: dept-biochem@uonbi.ac.ke
MS Nelly Waringa, Akinyi
Chief Technologist,
Department of Biochemistry
P.O Box 30197-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (020)494152
Email: dept-biochem@uonbi.ac.ke
Structure
Philosophy
The Department of Biochemistry, University of Nairobi is guided by the institutions philosophy which is to provide quality education and training through creation, preservation, integration, transmission and utilization of knowledge and the need to unite Kenyans. The department endeavors to provide excellent training and research leadership and does so passionately with a sense of moral responsibility.
Rationale
The revised Master of Science in Bioinformatics degree program responds to the question of relevance and of the degree to market, societal, economic and environmental demands. The rationale arises from the need for integration of new technology and digital developments, the need to respond to market demands and address social, cultural, economic changes and to contribute towards national development and goals of vision 2030, and to conform to university education curriculum guidelines set by commission of higher education.
Objectives
This program is designed to provide the student with sound knowledge of various aspects relevant to teaching, research and development in Bioinformatics and equip them with the current cutting-edge skills that can be applied in the creation of scientific products and entrepreneurship skills in relation to biological and life sciences.
Mode of delivery
Face-to-Face Mode
The programme shall be conducted through face-to-face lectures, seminars, tutorials, assignments, presentations, laboratory practicals and self-directed learning and will require students to be physically present in the department. This mode will ensure close interaction between the lecturer and the learners as well as among the learners.
ODeL Mode
The programme will also be conducted through Open, distance and e-learning (ODeL) mainly comprising of self-instructional study modules, course study materials, relevant literature as well as ODeL interactive devices. It shall in addition consist of limited face-to face sessions at the defined periods within the semester.
Blended Learning
Students will be exposed to Blended Learning Mode via electronic and online media as well as traditional face-to-face mode. For this mode, the face-to-face tuition will be conducted during residential training. Additionally, the learner support services including academic and teaching will be conducted using multi-media approaches and during limited face-to-face learning.
Admission Requirements
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- Admission requirements
- Common regulations for the Master’s degree in the University of Nairobi shall apply.
- Holders of a degree of the University of Nairobi of at least Upper Second Class in Science, Engineering, Agriculture or an equivalent qualification from a university recognized by Senate.
- Holders of degree of the University of Nairobi in Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Pharmacy, Bachelor of Dentistry or an equivalent qualification from a university recognized by Senate.
- Holders of a Lower Second-Class degree in areas specified in 3.2.2 plus at least two years relevant research/work experience may be considered for admission.
- Holders of lower Second-Class degree in the areas specified in 3.2.2 plus a Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant disciplines
6. Holders of a Pass degree in the areas specified in 3.2.2 plus postgraduate Diploma in the relevant disciplines or at least 3 years relevant research/work may be c onsidered for admission.
Schedule of intakes
Students are admitted into the programme once a year usually in the month of September with exception of variation that may arise from unforeseen circumstances. Applications are, however, received and processed continually throughout the year on a rolling basis for the yearly admission.
Application information
Applications to be admitted into the BSc Biochemistry programme is done and processed and feedback given online. Application is done continuously throughout the year on a rolling term basis
Please click here for a step-by-step application procedure
Careers
Career prospects/opportunities for the graduands
This programme is designed for students who intend to pursue careers in biomedical research, quality assurance in food and beverage industries, academia, pharmaceutical industry, nutritional counseling and self-employment in biochemical/biotechnological entrepreneurship and consultancies.
Attachment opportunities
Attachment Opportunities
Students can be attached but not limited to the following:
- Local and international research institutions such as KEMRI, ICIPE, ILRI, IPR, ICRAF, Museums of Kenya
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Food and Pharmaceutical industries
Government bodies and parastatals, like Kenya Bureau of standards, Government chemists
Fees and Funding
|
YEAR 1 |
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
TOTALS |
|
TUITION |
174,000.00 |
174,000.00 |
348,000.00 |
|
EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) |
5,000.00 |
- |
5,000.00 |
|
REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) |
2,250.00 |
2,250.00 |
4,500.00 |
|
LIBRARY (PER YEAR) |
5,000.00 |
- |
5,000.00 |
|
ID CARD (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 |
- |
1,000.00 |
|
CAUTION - (ONCE) |
5,000.00 |
- |
5,000.00 |
|
MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) |
6,500.00 |
- |
6,500.00 |
|
ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) |
7,000.00 |
- |
7,000.00 |
|
ACTIVITY- (PER YEAR) |
2,000.00 |
- |
2,000.00 |
|
STUDENT ORGANISATION (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 |
- |
1,000.00 |
|
Total |
208,750.00 |
176,250.00 |
385,000.00 |
|
YEAR 2 |
Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
TOTALS |
|
TUITION |
174,000.00 |
174,000.00 |
348,000.00 |
|
EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) |
5,000.00 |
- |
5,000.00 |
|
REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) |
2,250.00 |
2,250.00 |
4,500.00 |
|
LIBRARY (PER YEAR) |
5,000.00 |
- |
5,000.00 |
|
ID CARD (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 |
- |
1,000.00 |
|
MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) |
6,500.00 |
- |
6,500.00 |
|
ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) |
7,000.00 |
- |
7,000.00 |
|
ACTIVITY- (PER YEAR) |
2,000.00 |
- |
2,000.00 |
|
STUDENT ORGANISATION (PER YEAR) |
1,000.00 |
- |
1,000.00 |
|
THESIS EXAMINATION |
- |
30,000.00 |
30,000.00 |
|
Total |
203,750.00 |
206,250.00 |
410,000.00 |
|
Grand Total |
795,000.00 |
