Overview

The Molecular Pharmacology programme offered at University of Nairobi is a relatively new discipline that focuses on cellular and molecular levels as sites of drug action and function.

Recent advances in the knowledge of cell and gene regulation, hormonal action, cell trafficking, inflammation and other bio-molecular processes have spawned the development of novel drugs for use in the therapy of a variety of diseases.

The disease burden of developing countries such as Kenya is heavy. Coupled to this is the high cost of treatment. Typical contributors to this scenario include emerging infectious diseases and rapid development of resistance to current drug therapies. This calls for concerted efforts to find home grown solutions.

Careers

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

Governmental agencies

Research institutions

Higher education institutions

Specialized Area Opportunities

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Molecular Pharmacology

Research Methods, Epidemiology And Biostatistics

Drug Discovery, Design And Development

Molecular Epidemiology

Molecular Immunopharmacology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 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

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Molecular Sciences Pharmacology View 3 other Masters in Pharmacology 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

A candidate applying for admission into the programme must satisfy the following eligibility criteria:

Be in possession of a Bachelor of Pharmacy, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Surgery or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree of the University of Nairobi, or

Holders of at least Upper Second-class Bachelor of Science in Physiology or Biochemistry (or a Lower Second Class Bachelor of Science degree plus a Post Graduate Diploma in a relevant area or three years research experience).

Be in possession of equivalent qualifications from institutions recognized by the Senate of the University of Nairobi.

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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

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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