Training health practitioners in paediatric care with a faculty of renowned scholars and subspecialists in various paediatric disciplines.
The Department of Paediatrics and Child Health was established in April 2004 and became fully operational in 2009. Its core focus is training health practitioners in paediatric care. The faculty comprises eleven full-time lecturers plus honorary and part-time instructors who are renowned scholars and subspecialists in various paediatric disciplines.
The department is part of the School of Health Sciences at Kenyatta University. Our students benefit from experienced academic staff, well-equipped clinical facilities, and strong links with teaching hospitals across Kenya.
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) — Paediatrics Rotation (Years 4–5) | Undergraduate | 6 Years | KCSE A | A- in Sciences |
| Masters in Paediatrics and Child Health (MMed Paeds) | Postgraduate | 4 Years | MBChB degree |
