PhD in Development Studies at St. Paul’s University (SPU)

• Limuru Main Campus - Limuru Town

• Development Studies

To be eligible for the admission, a candidate must satisfy the following academic qualifications:

• Holder of a Master’s degree in Development Studies or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by Senate.
• Holder of master’s degree in relevant social sciences recommended by the Faculty Board and approved by Senate.
• Have two recommendation letters from academic instructors from the applicant’s previous degree program.

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.

1. Attach photocopies of all academic and professional certificates. If they are not in English send translated and certified
   copies. Non-English speakers must provide proof of competence in English.
2. Attach a copy of your recent coloured passport size photographs.
3. Please note that you are required to pay a non refundable application fee for your application to be processed.
   • Postgraduate Application Fee - KSh.3,000.00
   • Undergraduate Application Fee - KSh. 1,500.00
   • Diploma & Certificate Application Fee - KSh. 1,000.00 
   • You can deposit the application fee in any of our bank accounts and then scan and attach the bank slip here. Click here to view bank account details.

Application Forms

• Undergraduate Application Form
• Certificate Application Form
• Diploma Application Form

Online Application -  Click to Apply Online