Established in 1972, the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science has been at the apex of capacity development in Mathematics in Kenya for over five decades. The department emphasises teaching, research, and community service in mathematical sciences. Programmes are delivered through full-time, distance learning, and IBP (for teachers during school holidays) modes, making quality mathematics education accessible across the country.
Established in 1972, the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science has been at the apex of capacity development in Mathematics in Kenya for over five decades. The department emphasises teaching, research, and community service in mathematical sciences. Programmes are delivered through full-time, distance learning, and IBP (for teachers during school holidays) modes, making quality mathematics education accessible across the country.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Mathematics and Computer Science | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Maths |
| BSc Statistics & Programming | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Maths |
| BSc Actuarial Science | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | A- in Maths |
| MSc Pure Mathematics | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Maths (2nd Class Upper) |
| MSc Applied Mathematics | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Maths (2nd Class Upper) |
| MSc Statistics / Biostatistics / Social Statistics | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Maths or Statistics |
| PhD Pure/Applied Mathematics / Statistics / Biostatistics | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc relevant field |
Pure Mathematics — topology, algebra, functional analysis
Applied Mathematics — mathematical modelling, numerical analysis, operations research
Statistics — time series, multivariate analysis, sampling theory
Biostatistics — epidemiological data analysis, clinical trial design
Social Statistics — demographic analysis, social research methods
Actuarial Science — risk modelling, insurance mathematics, financial mathematics
