Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of history of education with the History of Education MEd program at the University of Nairobi. Gain expertise in educational philosophy, historical research methods, and the analysis of educational systems. Join UoN to become a knowledgeable educator and researcher, and contribute to shaping the future of education through a historical lens.

Key Features

Comprehensive curriculum covering areas such as the history of educational theories, policies, and practices, curriculum development, and educational reform movements
Exploration of the social, cultural, and political factors that have shaped educational systems throughout history
Analysis of educational philosophies and their impact on educational practices
Application of historical research methods to investigate educational trends and reforms
Research opportunities to delve into specific topics within the history of education and contribute to the field of educational history

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historical Foundations of Education
Comparative Education
Curriculum Development and Reform
Educational Policy Analysis
History of Educational Philosophies
Research Methods in Educational History
Special Topics in History of Education
Dissertation or Research Project (depending on program requirements)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 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

Education History View 5 other Masters in Education in Kenya

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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 education, history, or a related field
Teaching experience or relevant professional experience in education (varies by institution)
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers)
Statement of purpose highlighting the interest in history of education and research goals
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees
Resume or curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant academic or professional experience in education or history

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

252000 KES / year

≈ 252000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

252000 KES / year

≈ 252000 KES / year

Additional Details

Year 2: 100,800.00/semester

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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