Overview

Pharmacoepidemiology entails comparison of pharmaceutical interventions for their cost-effectiveness with the aim of optimizing allocation of resources to the most effective and least costly interventions. It involves the application of epidemiological approaches to study drug utilization, effectiveness, value and safety in human populations. It borrows from both clinical pharmacology and epidemiology.

Pharmacovigilance, on the other hand, is the science of post-marketing surveillance, quality assurance and total quality management of pharmaceutical health delivery.

The philosophy of the Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance programme offered by the University of Nairobi is empowering the learner in the provision of safe and efficacious medicines that do not harm patients.

Although medications play a critical role disease, they cause iatrogenic disorders if used irrationally. Pharmacovigilance, also known as Medicines Safety, is the science of continuous monitoring and evaluation of pharmaceutical related risks and benefits.

Careers

The objectives of the program are to produce experts in pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacovigilance with appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills who can contribute to:

Regulatory authorities

Governmental Agencies

Hospital Pharmacy Practice

Pharmacovigilance organizations

Pharmacoeconomics

Pharmacy Education

Specialized Area Opportunities

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Research Methods And Biostatistics

Pharmacoepidemiology

Pharmacovigilance

Clinical Toxicology And Therapeutic Risk Management

Advanced Biostatistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-17 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Pharmacy Epidemiology

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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

The following shall be eligible for admission into the programme:

Holders of Bachelor of Pharmacy degree of the University of Nairobi or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by Senate.

Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board or with the relevant regulatory body for international applicants.

Applicants from non-English speaking countries shall provide evidence of proficiency English.

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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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