The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest departments at ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ, with nationally and globally recognized alumni. It is committed to promoting Chemical Sciences and enhancing sustainable development, training scientists with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. The department has a strong foundation in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, industrial, and computational chemistry.
The Department of Chemistry is one of the oldest departments at ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ, with nationally and globally recognized alumni. It is committed to promoting Chemical Sciences and enhancing sustainable development, training scientists with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. The department has a strong foundation in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, industrial, and computational chemistry.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Industrial Chemistry with Management | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| BSc Analytical Chemistry with Management | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| BSc Chemistry (Major) | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE C+ | B in Chemistry |
| MSc Applied Analytical Chemistry | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry (2nd Class Upper) |
| MSc Chemistry (Organic / Inorganic / Physical / Theoretical) | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry |
| MSc Natural Products & Bio-prospecting | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry / Biochemistry |
| MSc Environmental Chemistry | Postgraduate | 2 Years | BSc Chemistry / Environmental Science |
| PhD Chemistry | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc Chemistry (relevant specialisation) |
Natural products and bio-prospecting
Nutritional micronutrient studies and bioavailability
Environmental pollution analysis and remediation
Bioanalytical and computational chemistry studies
Phytochemical studies of indigenous medicinal plants
Bio-pesticide development for food security
Metal nanoparticle synthesis with antimicrobial activity
Water remediation using modified biomaterials
