The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest departments at Kenyatta University, with nationally and globally recognized alumni. It is committed to promoting Chemical Sciences and enhancing sustainable development, training scientists with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. The department has a strong foundation in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, industrial, and computational chemistry.
The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest departments at Kenyatta University, with nationally and globally recognized alumni. It is committed to promoting Chemical Sciences and enhancing sustainable development, training scientists with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. The department has a strong foundation in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, industrial, and computational chemistry.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Industrial Chemistry with Management | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| BSc Analytical Chemistry with Management | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| BSc Chemistry (Major) | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| MSc Applied Analytical Chemistry | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry (2nd Class Upper) |
| MSc Chemistry (Organic / Inorganic / Physical / Theoretical) | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry |
| MSc Natural Products & Bio-prospecting | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry / Biochemistry |
| MSc Environmental Chemistry | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry / Environmental Science |
| PhD Chemistry | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc Chemistry (relevant specialisation) |
Natural products and bio-prospecting
Nutritional micronutrient studies and bioavailability
Environmental pollution analysis and remediation
Bioanalytical and computational chemistry studies
Phytochemical studies of indigenous medicinal plants
Bio-pesticide development for food security
Metal nanoparticle synthesis with antimicrobial activity
Water remediation using modified biomaterials
