Overview

The Tropical and Infectious Diseases programme offered by the University of Nairobi emphasises a holistic approach to health and disease, acknowledging the interplay between biological, social, cultural, and environmental factors contributing to infectious disease occurrence and spread.

To produce graduates with a broad and in-depth understanding of tropical and infectious diseases, including their pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Graduates will be equipped to apply this knowledge in the design, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs to reduce the burden of these diseases in local and global contexts.

The program also aims to develop student's research skills, enabling them to conduct independent research in tropical and infectious diseases and contribute to advancing knowledge in the field.

Career opportunities

Teaching careers in academia

Job opportunities in research

Institutions and industries

Post-doctoral fellowship/training

Scientist in research and development

Infectious Diseases in hospital

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Medical Parasitology

Tropical Paediatrics and Maternal Health

Social Science and Health

Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Health Systems Management

Tropical and Travel Medicine

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

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

Holders of Bachelors degree in Medicine & Surgery, Dental Surgery, Pharmacy, Nursing Sciences and Veterinary Medicine;

Holders of upper second class honours degree in biomedical sciences with at least three years working experience in medical research or in disease control programmes.

Holders of lower second class honours degree in biomedical sciences with at least ve years working experience in medical research or in disease control programmes.

Any other equivalent qualifications to the above from institutions recognized by the Senate.

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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

384000 KES / year

≈ 384000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

384000 KES / year

≈ 384000 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Tropical and Infectious Diseases.

Available Scholarships

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