Overview

The objective of the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery programme offered by the University of Nairobi is to produce qualified surgeons with the knowledge, skills and attitudes which shall enable them to function effectively as TCV surgeons.

The teaching philosophy employed is based on adult learning principles inclined towards realizing the needs of the learner in a learner-centred approach. The course is geared towards production of surgeons with the necessary skills to cope with the global challenges of modern-day surgical practice.

Career prospects

Graduands end up in successful employment or careers in private and public sector or academia. The programme can lead to sub-specialization training in any of the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery sub-specialties.

Attachment Opportunities: These include Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kijabe Mission Hospital, Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital, Aga Khan University Hospital, Coast General Referral Hospital.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Surgical Anatomy

Surgical Physiology

Surgical Pathology

Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Methodology

Surgery And Surgical Practice

Practice Of Surgery Logbook

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-20 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Medicine View 11 other Masters in Medicine 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

Admission is once a year and the Common Regulations for the Master of Medicine Degree in UoN shall apply. The candidates eligible for admission into the programme shall fulfil the following conditions:

Hold a minimum of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) degree of the University of Nairobi or any equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

The degree should be registrable by the Medical Practitioner’s and Dentists Council of Kenya for purposes of training and learners must produce evidence of registration and retention with the council or equivalent at commencement of training.

The learners shall be required to have a Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance cover before commencement of training.

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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

345000 KES / year

≈ 345000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

345000 KES / year

≈ 345000 KES / year

Additional Details

Year 2,3,4,5: 300,000 per 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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Available Scholarships

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