Overview
Laikipia University stands as a public university founded in 1929. It operates from Nyahururu, Kenya as a higher-education provider.
At Laikipia University, the institution teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into multiple faculties and runs a broad programme catalogue.
Location & Contact
Laikipia University's physical location and contact details are listed below.
Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Laikipia University are listed below.
Degrees
Also Executive MBA
Bachelor's 43 programs
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Education
- Agriculture
- Animal Husbandry
- Arid Land Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biomedicine
- Biotechnology
- Business and Commerce
- Chemistry
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Dairy
- Development Studies
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- Food Technology
- Geography
- History
- Horticulture
- Information Sciences
- Library Science
- Mathematics
- Media Studies
- Natural Resources
- Peace and Disarmament
- Physics
- Preschool Education
- Protective Services
- Psychology
- Science Education
- Sociology
- Sports
- Sports Management
- Statistics
- Swahili
Master's 21 programs
- Applied Linguistics
- Business Administration
- Child Care and Development
- Communication Studies
- Development Studies
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational Sciences
- Educational Testing and Evaluation
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Environmental Studies
- History
- Journalism
- Leadership
- Literature
- Management
- Mass Communication
- Religion
- Sports
- Sports Management
- Swahili
Doctoral 16 programs
- Applied Linguistics
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Curriculum
- Development Studies
- Educational Administration
- Educational Psychology
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Environmental Studies
- History
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Media Studies
- Religion
- Science Education
- Swahili
Faculties & Divisions
The faculties at Laikipia University, and what each one teaches, are listed below.
Business and Economics (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural Economics
- Business and Commerce
- Economics
Education (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Curriculum
- Educational Administration
- Educational and Student Counselling
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Sciences
Humanities and Development Studies (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Literature
- Public Administration
- Public Relations
- Sports
Science and Applied Technology (School) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arid Land Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biomedicine
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Mathematics
- Physics
Programs Offered
Below are Laikipia University's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.
61 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Kenya
Bachelor's Degree 35 programmes
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Master's Degree 13 programmes
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Doctorate 11 programmes
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Postgraduate Diploma 2 programmes
How to apply to Laikipia University
The application path for Laikipia University, in five steps.
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Identify the right programme
Use the programme finder to browse Laikipia University's 61 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check entry requirements
Programme-level requirements at Laikipia University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Prepare your application documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Submit via the institution
Laikipia University processes applications through laikipia.ac.ke. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Get in touch with admissions
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 254 713 552 761. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laikipia University
Concise answers to common questions about Laikipia University.
When did Laikipia University open?
Laikipia University traces its founding to 1929 (approximately 97 years ago).
What city is Laikipia University in?
Laikipia University operates from Nyahururu, Kenya.
Is Laikipia University public or private?
Laikipia University is a public institution.
What degrees does Laikipia University offer?
Laikipia University offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
Who recognises Laikipia University?
Yes, Laikipia University is recognised by Commission for University Education (CUE).
Where can I learn more about Laikipia University?
Laikipia University's official website is laikipia.ac.ke.
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