Introduction
The Ph.D. programme seeks to prepare the next generation of graduates with knowledge and skills necessary in solving current and emerging scientific and technological problems in diverse spheres of life. It is based on the belief in learner-centered experiential approach to learning and teaching which is transformative, so that the graduates are able to create themselves in preparedness for the world of work.
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to produce graduates with a capacity to train manpower in their fields of specialization and its applications, apply the knowledge and skills in development and analysis of novel ideas for different technological applications in solving societal problems.
Justification/聽Rationale of the Programme
In line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Kenya Vision 2030 development blueprint, and the 吃瓜头条 Vision, the Ph.D. programme is designed to equip graduates with knowledge, skills and attitudes for analyzing problems from the diverse fields with application to solving scientific problems.. The skills will empower graduates to deal with societal issues including food insecurity, diseases, pollution, and promote sustainable utilization of diverse resources.
Entry Requirements
The common regulations for all postgraduate degrees in the University shall apply. In addition, the general regulations for doctorate degrees in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences shall apply. The following shall be eligible for registration in the Ph.D. programme:
Mode and structure of Delivery of the Programme
The Ph.D. programme shall be offered on a Full time basis
Programme Duration
The Doctor of Philosophy (Physics) degree programme is by thesis only. The programme covers a minimum of 3 academic years. The student is required carry out independent research and present findings in the form of a thesis under the supervision of at least one member of academic staff in the department in the area of specialization including Atomic Collisions, Environmental Physics and Geophysics. 聽In addition, the student is required to publish at least 2 articles in a referred Journal.
Curriculum Highlights
In this programme, you will have chance to do a sandwich in one of collaborating university for a period not exceeding 2years.
Career opportunities
Eligible to join research institutions in their areas of speculation, consultancy or work in universities
Tuition and Fee Structur
East Africa聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 Non-East Africa
1st聽Semester聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 Kshs 168,300聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 Kshs 210375
2nd聽Semester聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 Kshs 168,300聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽聽 Kshs 210375
Why choose this programme at KU?
吃瓜头条 is a highly rated university with qualified and highly experience staff and the necessary research equipment