Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology Public Health, The school was established in September 2013. It was set-up as a constituent school of the College of Health Sciences (COHES). The school focuses on community outreach, multidisciplinary research, health education and practice. This is to create the much needed solutions to present and emerging public health challenges. The focus is not limited to Kenya but also covers other countries around the world.
The School collaborates with a number of regional and international institutions in Teaching, Research, and Extensions Services. The current collaborators include Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Kenya Red Cross and Cardiff Metropolitan University – Wales United Kingdom. The School has highly qualified and motivated academic and administrative staff working towards the school mission.
Our staff are experienced experts in a range of areas. This include: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Environmental Pollution, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Health Economics Disease Surveillance, Family and Reproductive Health and Social and Behavioral Science.
Vision
To be a lead school in developing, disseminating and applying knowledge to prevent disease, promote health and protect the well-being of the public through education, multidisciplinary research and service to communities.
Mission
To provide quality education, research, service, and leadership to improve public health
Strategic Objectives
- To educate and prepare the next generation of researchers, teachers, and practitioners to effectively meet the public health-related needs of individuals and communities.
- To conduct, disseminate, and translate research to advance knowledge and health in Kenya and worldwide.
- To improve the health of Kenyans and beyond through community-focused and participatory initiatives.
- To enhance the performance of public health managers and their organizations through application of the principles of public health law, health policy development.
- To engage in collaborations and partnerships to identify health issues and advocate for, disseminate and implement public health policies and practices based on evidence.
Programmes
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (As Below)
Minimum Entry Requirement:
Master’s degree in relevant area.
Master of Science (MSc) Programmes – 2 Years
Minimum Entry Requirements:
University degree with Upper Second-Class Honours in the respective discipline from a University recognised by JKUAT Senate.
Or University degree with Lower Second-Class Honours in the respective discipline plus acceptable evidence of research ability or academic work recognised by JKUAT Senate.
Msc. Degree Options:
- Epidemiology
- International Health
- Public Health
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programmes – 4 Years
BSc. in Public Health
Minimum Entry requirements:
KCSE Mean Grade C+ with C in Biology/Biological Sciences and Chemistry, C- in English/Swahili and C- in Maths/ Physics,
Or K.A.C.E. 2 relevant Principal passes
Or Diploma or HND in Environmental Health, Public Health or Community Health.
BSc. in Community Health & Development
Minimum Entry requirements:
KCSE Mean Grade C+ with C+ in Biology/Biological Sciences, C in English/Swahili, and C in any two: Maths , Chemistry or Physics, or Mathematics, physical Science, Geography/Agriculture
Or K.A.C.E. 2 relevant Principle passes
Or Diploma or HND in Community Health Development, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Human Nutrition, Pharmacy.
BSc. in Health Records and Information Management
Minimum Entry requirements:
KCSE Mean Grade of C+. with C in Biology/Biological Sciences, C in English/Swahili, C in Maths/Mathematics , C in Chemistry/Physics, or Physical Sciences
Or Have a Minimum 2 Principal passes in Mathematics and Biology at A’ Levels.