This is a list of the best universities to study law in Kenya. Law is one of the marketable and competitive courses to study in Kenya. A degree in law will definitely land you a lucrative and well-paying job even before you pass through the Kenya School of Law, which is the only bar school in Kenya.
It is mandatory for those who have completed their undergraduate Law Degree programmes to pass through the Kenya School of Law before being admitted to the Kenyan Bar.
There are several public and private universities that offer law courses in Kenya. However, our focus will be on fully accredited and renowned institutions that have over the years offered competent law courses and produced the country’s top law scholars.
Here is a list of some of the best universities to study law in Kenya.
1. University Of Nairobi School Of Law
The University of Nairobi School of Law has distinguished itself as a hub of legal scholarship with a strong foundation for training on basic legal concepts, legal advocacy and legal research.
The School of Law has campuses in Mombasa and Kisumu offering undergraduate programmes. Academic and examination matters are coordinated from the School of Law’s main campus located in Parklands.
UON School of Law offers the following courses;
- Bachelor Of Law (LL.B)
- Doctor Of Philosophy (PhD) in Law
- Master Of Laws (LLM)
2. Strathmore University Law School
Strathmore Law School provides every student with an outstanding legal education to cultivate excellent professional competence. It is the ideal place for the new generation of law students. Strathmore Law School offers the following courses;
- Bachelor Of Law (LL.B)
- LL.M and LL.D
3. Moi University School Of Law
Moi University School Of Law was established in July 1994. The school’s objective is to develop competent advocates committed to the social aims of high-quality legal representation and public service. The institution offers the following courses.
- Bachelor Of Law (LL.B)
- LL.M and LL.D
4. Kenyatta University School Of Law
KU School Of Law is fully accredited by the Council of Legal Education to offer law courses. The school’s goal is to put one on a competitive scale with regard to your career and the actualization of your potential.
Kenyatta University School Of Law is located in Parklands.
5. Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture & Technology
JKUAT is also a renowned university that offers quality law studies. The institution’s School of Law delivers courses that provide knowledge and experiences that serve as a strong foundation for law students.
The institution offers the Bachelor Of Laws (LL.B) programme that lasts for a minimum period of four years.
