This is a list of the best universities to study medicine in Kenya. Medical courses are one of the most marketable and competitive courses to study in Kenya. One is actually guaranteed a job after the completion of his/her studies. A medicine course at the university takes 5 years, followed by a one-year internship programme.
Here is a list of the best universities to study medicine in Kenya. The institutions are approved by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board to offer various medical courses.
1. University of Nairobi
The University of Nairobi is one of the best universities in Kenya that offer professional medical courses. The institution has produced some of the top medical practitioners in the country. UON offers the following medical courses.
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Physiology
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science & Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
2. Moi University
Moi University’s School of Medicine offers the following courses;
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Psychology
3. Kenyatta University
Kenyatta University’s School of Medicine was established in 2004 as a centre of excellence in training of healthcare providers of all levels. The school offers the following courses;
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing & Public Health
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
4. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
JKUAT offers the following medical courses.
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine & Community Health
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Social Work
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine & Surgery
5. Maseno University
Maseno University’s School of Medicine is accredited by the Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board to train and produce competent health professionals. The institution offers the following courses;
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy
6. Egerton University
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Science & Laboratory Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy
- Bachelor of Science Biochemistry
