Overview

University of Nairobi's Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology, and Parasitology MS program is designed to provide students with specialized training and expertise in veterinary pathology, microbiology, and parasitology. Through advanced coursework, laboratory practicals, research projects, and diagnostic experiences, students deepen their understanding of disease mechanisms, host-pathogen interactions, and the identification and control of animal pathogens and parasites.

Key Features

Advanced coursework covering areas such as veterinary diagnostic pathology, veterinary microbiology, veterinary parasitology, immunology, and molecular diagnostics
Hands-on laboratory practicals and diagnostic experiences to develop skills in sample collection, processing, microbial culture, parasite identification, and histopathological techniques
Research opportunities to investigate disease pathogenesis, antimicrobial resistance, host immune responses, diagnostic test development, or epidemiology of animal diseases
Collaboration with veterinary diagnostic laboratories, research institutions, and industry partners for practical exposure, diagnostic training, and research collaborations

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Veterinary Diagnostic Pathology
Veterinary Bacteriology and Mycology
Veterinary Virology
Veterinary Parasitology
Pathogenesis of Infectious Diseases
Molecular Diagnostics in Veterinary Medicine
Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-28 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Pathology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine, microbiology, parasitology, or a related field
Minimum GPA or grade requirements (varies by university)
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals
Relevant coursework in pathology, microbiology, parasitology, or related fields
Any additional entrance exams or interviews as specified by the university

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

348000 KES / year

≈ 348000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

348000 KES / year

≈ 348000 KES / year

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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