Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science at Kenyatta University (KU)

Course NameBachelor of Science in Forensic Science
Other Course NameBSc in Forensic Science
Institution Kenyatta University
TypePublic University
Offered At
Subject
QualificationBachelor's Degree
Mode of Study Full time

Course Entry/Admission Requirements for BSc in Forensic Science at Kenyatta University

To be qualified for admission in the Undergraduate program, the prospective candidate must have the following minimum qualifications:

  • Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C+ (Plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological Sciences and any other two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Geography, Agriculture, and Physical Science/Physics. In addition, applicants must have obtained grade C (Plain) in Mathematics at KCSE or equivalent. OR
  • Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution. OR
  • Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary with a Principal pass in Biology.OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from Certificate to Diploma at Kenyatta University or any other recognized/accredited institutions.

Interested candidates should additionally visit the university website or contact the admissions office for further information on both the university and departmental entry requirements for this course


Duration of Study

4 years

How to Apply for Admission

Main Campus Application Procedure

  1. GUIDELINE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION 
  • Application for admission into the programme can be done online by a simple click http://applications.ku.ac.ke
  • All you need is the following:
    • Ensure you have met the eligibility criteria for the selected program.
    • Ensure you have scanned Academic Transcripts, Certificates and Passport photo.
    • Ensure you have scanned identification documents, either an Identification Card or Passport.
    • Ensure you have the required application fee of Kshs. 3,000/= for East Africans on your MPESA line for completing the application process.
    • **Payment for online application is only by MPESA through details provided on the application portal only.**

GUIDELINE FOR PHYSICAL APPLICATION

  • Application forms can be obtained from Kenyatta University, Admissions Block, Office No. 12 or at the Regional Centers based in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Embu, Kisumu, and Garissa or be downloaded from our website www.ku.ac.ke
  • East African applicants shall pay non-refundable processing fee of Kshs. 3,000/= for through bank deposit only into any of the following bank accounts:

Co-operative Bank of Kenya - Account No. 011-2906-246-1400
National Bank of Kenya - Account No. 010-0305-915-0801
Equity Bank Limited - Account No. 018-0290-518859
Family Bank - Account No. 045-0000-2331

  • Non-East Africans shall pay non-refundable application processing fee of USD. 50/= through bank deposit only into the following bank account.

Bank Name: National Bank of Kenya 
Account Name: Kenyatta University Tuition Account
Branch: Kenyatta University 
Account Number: 02020059150800
Swift Code: NBKEKENXXXX

**Payment for application forms is only through the bank account details provided above only.**

  • Duly completed forms should be returned to the Registrar (Academic), Kenyatta University P.O. Box 43844 – 00100, NAIROBI, Kenya on or before the application deadline.
  • Copies of relevant professional and academic certificates and transcripts, Two (2) I’x1’ passport size photos and original application fee receipt, MUST be attached to the application form.
  • NB: ‘O’ Level Certificate must be attached: Those with Grade C (Plain) at K.C.S.E must have a Diploma and those with C - (Minus) must have a Certificate and a Diploma.

ENQUIRIES

For further information, please contact:

The Registrar (Academic),
Kenyatta University,
P.O. Box 43844 – 00100,
NAIROBI
Tel: 020 8703221/23
Mobile : 0780830830
Email: info.admissions@ku.ac.ke, admissions-pg@ku.ac.ke or registrar-acad@ku.ac.ke

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** Despite the fact that reasonable effort has been made in order to provide an accurate description of this course, certain details could have been updated by the institution which may impact the accuracy of the information presented here. We advice that you contact the institution directly to confirm admission details.