Equipping learners with knowledge on how to obtain, analyse and determine the efficacy of medicinal products, with a focus on medicinal plants and evidence-based pharmacy practice.
The Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry was established in 2018 as part of the School of Pharmacy at Kenyatta University. It comprises two sections: Pharmacognosy and Traditional/Alternative Medicine, plus Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The department aims to equip learners with information on how to obtain, analyse, and determine the efficacy of medicinal products.
The department focuses on medicinal plants, their chemical properties, and evidence-based applications in medicine and pharmacy practice. It is part of the School of Health Sciences at Kenyatta University, contributing to Kenya's efforts in integrating traditional medicine into mainstream healthcare.
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 Pharmacy (BPharm) | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE B+ | B+ in Chemistry & Biology |
| PhD in Pharmacognosy | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc Pharmacognosy or related |
| PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry or related |
