Study in Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya has seen a lengthy, traumatic history of war and disaster, but this tough African nation is back on its feet and ready to show off to the world. It’s largest and most beautiful city, Nairobi, is the cornerstone of Kenya’s ongoing success. A little-visited city, Nairobi is quickly gaining more popularity as both a gorgeous tourist destination and a higher learning location for Kenyan and international students.

There are several types of institutions offering higher education studies in Nairobi. The first is through national Kenyan universities. These are typically public and associated with various research institutes, hospitals and organizations. Schools from the United States and Europe base campuses in Nairobi, as well as institutes associated with religious advocacy. Some of the higher education institutions in Nairobi are known as sixth-form colleges, similar to those found in parts of Europe. These colleges offer advanced, though not university-level, study programs to older teenage students still below the age of 19.

Nairobi is an underappreciated gem amidst the landscape of Kenya. The city provides a number of diverse and unique sights students will hardly find an equal to elsewhere. The African wildlife at Nairobi National Park and the colorful village markets are unforgettable, while the multicultural cuisines will have students returning again and again for another taste of Kenya. Students can even join a private sports or sailing club to get the full experience of Nairobi.

Other considerations for future students in Nairobi include:

Some institutions are religiously affiliated.
Somewhat dangerous reputation.

Major Fields of Study in Nairobi

Educational opportunities are, unfortunately, more limited in Nairobi than in other major cities in Africa. However, the universities are in a constant state of improvement, adding faculties and studies as recently as 2011. Nonetheless, certain courses are more widespread in Nairobi and receive more funding and attendance.

Certain studies make a name for themselves in Nairobi. For example, students may find the African studies and tropical disease courses offer excellent programs, thanks to the schools’ location in Kenya. However, many of the higher education schools in Nairobi are focused in areas of engineering, science, and technology. When evaluated, many of these programs concentrate on the specific area of agriculture and associated studies. This is fairly reflective of Kenya itself, which depends heavily on farming, agriculture and environmental concerns. This results in the following programs receiving more attendance and support than others:

Agricultural engineering
Environmental studies.

Some economics and business studies also enjoy a prominent place amongst the major fields of study in Nairobi.

Schools of Nairobi

Besides the schools listed, below, there are additional opportunities for students seeing higher educations studies in Nairobi. These include a number of Christian universities and other national Kenya institutions. The following schools demonstrate some of the diversity and excellence attributed to many of Nairobi’s higher education institutions.

The University of Nairobi is the largest public university in Kenya, previously associated with the university of East Africa. It is a leading supplier of higher education in Kenya, offering degrees in scientific areas like agriculture and health science. It was also Kenya’s first official national university.
The Catholic university of Eastern Africa is a private, Catholic university with faculties in religious studies, legal studies and more. It is a relatively new school, still establishing fundamental colleges and faculties will into 2009. It prizes religious and moral growth alongside academic achievement.
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is a public university on the outskirts of Nairobi. Like its names suggests, it offers agriculture and technology programs, but also courses in engineering, human resources, horticulture, medicine and computer technology.