Dedicated to the care of women during pregnancy and with reproductive system conditions, training the next generation of obstetricians and gynaecologists.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology focuses on the care of women when they are pregnant (obstetrics) and when they have problems related to the reproductive system (gynaecology). The department teaches Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery students in their 4th year and supports nursing and public health programmes on reproductive health matters.
Students undertake a 12-week full-time clinical rotation in obstetrics and gynaecology following successful completion of Level 3 prerequisites including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology. The department is part of the School of Health Sciences at Kenyatta University.
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) — Obs & Gynae Rotation (4th Year) | Undergraduate | 6 Years (12 weeks rotation) | KCSE A | A- in Sciences |
| BSc Nursing — Reproductive Health component | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | C+ in Biology & Chemistry |
| Masters of Medicine in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (MMed) | Postgraduate | 4 Years | MBChB degree |
