Training clinical medicine professionals in the diagnosis and management of complex internal medicine conditions, from cardiology to gastroenterology and infectious diseases.
The Department of Internal Medicine and Therapeutics trains clinical medicine professionals in the diagnosis and management of complex internal medicine conditions. The department covers a broad spectrum of disciplines including cardiology, gastroenterology, nephrology, neurology, infectious diseases, endocrinology and respiratory medicine.
The department is part of the School of Health Sciences at Kenyatta University, and faculty hold clinical appointments at leading teaching hospitals, ensuring students receive hands-on training in real-world clinical settings.
Key programmes offered within or related to this department. See the full school programme list for all offerings.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) — Internal Medicine Rotation | Undergraduate | 6 Years | KCSE A | A- in Sciences |
| Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine (MMed) | Postgraduate | 4 Years | MBChB degree |
| PhD in Internal Medicine / Therapeutics | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc in relevant field |
