The current pharmacy curriculum runs over four years each of 44 weeks. After administering this curriculum for fourteen years, it has been found to be too strenuous because it does not allow students to rest. In addition it leaves little time for teaching staff to do research and improve their academic input. Through consultation with students and other stakeholders, it has been found necessary to revise the programme duration for five years, each lasting 36 weeks in order to enhance objectivity and place greater emphasis on acquisition of skill and competences.
The common undergraduate courses are well adapted within the curriculum with emphasis on the relevance of the pharmacy profession, other health professions and the interaction with the patient. On completion of the course, the graduates will be expected to be competent in the provision of quality pharmaceutical services.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have satisfied the University’s general admission criteria of a mean grade C+ (plus) in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E). A minimum C+ (plus) grade pass will be mandatory in each of the cluster subjects. The cluster subjects for Bachelor of Pharmacy in K.C.S.E are as follows:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics or Mathematics
- English or Kiswahili
Eligibility for consideration for admission into the Module II Bachelor of Pharmacy programme shall be governed by the following admission requirements, outlined under each category:
KCSE (8.4.4 System of Education)
Applicants must have obtained an average cluster weight of B- in the subjects shown below provided that no subject in this cluster shall have a grade below C+:
Alternative A
-Chemistry
– Biology
– Maths/Physics
– English/Kiswahili
Alternative B
– Biological sciences
– Physical Sciences
– Mathematics
– English/Kiswahili
G.C.E/A-Level
A minimum of two Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry
And a subsidiary pass or credit pass at ‘O’ level in physics or Mathematics.
Biology – Principal
Chemistry – Principal
Physics/Mathematics – Subsidiary
General paper – Pass
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma C (plain) mean grade in KCSE with an average cluster weight of 32 points in relevant subjects as shown in (3.2) above.
In addition, a pass of not less than 5 at IB level in each of the KCSE subjects shown in (3.2) above.
Diploma in Biological Sciences
A minimum O level Division II with credit passes in the following subjects:
– Biology
– Chemistry
– Physics/Mathematics
or or
– Biology Biological Sciences
– Physics with Chemistry Physical Sciences
– Mathematics Mathematics
OR
C mean grade in KCSE with an average cluster weight of 32 points in relevant subjects as shown in (3.2) above,
In addition, they should have a credit pass in the following qualifications from the Kenya Medical Training College or any other recognised training institution Diploma in
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Laboratory Technology
- Clinical Medicine
- Radiology
- Basic and/or Advanced Nursing
- Public Health/Environment Health
- Dental Sciences
Holders of any degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Nairobi or equivalent qualifications from a recognised University.
Holders of other qualifications deemed to be equivalent to (2.1 – 2. mentioned above.
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must sit and pass English assessment examination set and administered by institutions recognised by University of Nairobi Senate.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The following guidelines may be useful when you apply to UON:
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications open in April every year and you should try to submit an application as soon as possible after that date.
APPLICATION FEES
An application fee must be paid for every application, except in the case of most graduates of UON. Please refer to the fee structure for more information.
SUBMITTING RESULTS AND DOCUMENTS
Current learners at school must make sure that all examination results from class 8 tp form four are submitted.
Transferring students should submit all transcripts and academic records as early as possible.
MONITOR YOUR APPLICATION
It is a good idea to monitor the status of your application. You can do this online.