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Tom Mboya University

Kenya

Overview

English Name: Tom Mboya University
Control Type: Public
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Tom Mboya University is a public institution based in Homabay, Kenya, operating as a higher-education provider within Kenya's higher-education sector.

Academically, Tom Mboya University delivers teaching across bachelor's through doctoral programmes. Its institutional structure includes multiple faculties and runs a catalogue of active programmes across multiple disciplines.

Location & Contact

Need to mail, call, or visit Tom Mboya University? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.

Address: P.O. Box 199-40300
Phone: +254201234567
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Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Tom Mboya University are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.

Accrediting Agency: Commission for University Education (CUE)

Degrees

Tom Mboya University's academic tracks grouped by qualification level. Some awards are conferred by Tom Mboya University directly, others validated by a partner institution; the distinction matters for credential portability.

Bachelor's 34 programs

Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.

  • Actuarial Science
  • Agricultural Business
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Education
  • Agronomy
  • Anthropology
  • Business Administration
  • Business Computing
  • Computer Science
  • Development Studies
  • Dietetics
  • Earth Sciences
  • Economic and Finance Policy
  • Economics
  • Environmental Studies
  • French
  • Geography
  • Horticulture
  • Hotel Management
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • Information Technology
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Natural Resources
  • Natural Sciences
  • Nutrition
  • Physics
  • Preschool Education
  • Sociology
  • Special Education
  • Statistics
  • Tourism
Master's 15 programs

Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Curriculum
  • Education
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational Psychology
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Information Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Pedagogy
  • Psychology
  • Special Education
Doctoral 7 programs

Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Educational Administration
  • Literature
  • Psychology
  • Special Education
  • Swahili

Faculties & Divisions

Tom Mboya University groups its teaching by faculty. Faculties usually operate with academic autonomy and may have distinct admissions criteria from the institution as a whole.

Agriculture and Food Security (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agriculture
  • Food Science
  • Food Technology

Common Career Paths

  • Agricultural Scientist
  • Agronomist
  • Farm Manager

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Arts and Social Sciences (Faculty) 15 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Communication Studies
  • French
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Media Studies
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Religion
  • Sociology
  • Swahili
  • Theatre

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Social Worker

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Biological and Physical Sciences (Faculty) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Horticulture
  • Physics
  • Zoology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Business and Economics (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Management

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Education (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Mathematcis and Statistics (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Actuarial Science
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics

Common Career Paths

  • Statistician
  • Data Analyst
  • Actuary

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Tom Mboya University's teaching programmes are listed below — search or scan by level. International student eligibility varies by programme — some require additional language or visa-pathway checks.

Bachelor's Degree

28 programmes

Browse 28 programmes at Tom Mboya University for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.

Bachelor of Science in Project Development and Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Surveying, Mapping and Geomatics Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction
Bachelor of Science in Land & Estate Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Industrial Chemistry, With IT) Chemistry
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology, With IT) Criminal Law & Justice
Bachelor of Arts (Economics, With IT) Economics
Bachelor of Business Administration (With IT) Business Administration
Bachelor of Education (Arts, With IT) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Science, With IT) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education, With IT) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science, With IT) Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Agribusiness Management, With IT) Agribusiness
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Education & Extension, with IT) Agriculture
Bachelor of Science (Eco-Tourism, Hotel and Institution Management, With IT) Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Science (Horticulture, With IT) Horticulture and Crop Science
Bachelor of Arts (Business Studies, With IT) Business & Management
Bachelor of Science (Information Technology) Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Sciences, With IT) Mathematics
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Business Studies, With IT) Mathematics
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Computer Science) Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Economics, With IT Economics
Bachelor of Science (Statistics, With IT) Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Commerce Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Employment and Labour Studies Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Laws Law
Bachelor of Science in Financial Economics Economics

Master's Degree

9 programmes

Explore 9 programmes of postgraduate study at Tom Mboya University. A master's degree sharpens specialist knowledge and often carries a dissertation or major project.

Master of Science (Finance) Finance, Banking & Insurance
Master in Business Administration Business Administration
Master of Arts (Counselling Psychology) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Arts (Linguistics) Linguistics & Language Studies
Master of Education (Curriculum Studies) Education & Teaching
Master of Education (Educational Administration) Education & Teaching
Master of Education (Educational Psychology) Educational Psychology
Master of Education (Planning & Economics of Education) Economics
Master of Education (Special Needs Education) Education & Teaching

Doctorate

11 programmes

At the highest level, Tom Mboya University runs 11 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.

Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration-Finance) Finance, Banking & Insurance
Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration-Human Resource Management) Human Resource Management
Doctor of Philosophy (Business Administration-Supply Chain Management) Supply Chain & Logistics
Doctor of Philosophy (Curriculum Studies) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Administration) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Guidance & Counselling) Counselling & Psychotherapy
Doctor of Philosophy (Kiswahili) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Literature) Literature
Doctor of Philosophy (Pedagogy) Philosophy & Ethics
Doctor of Philosophy (Planning & Economics of Education) Economics
Doctor of Philosophy (Special Needs Education) Philosophy & Ethics

How to apply to Tom Mboya University

Practical steps to apply to Tom Mboya University, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Tom Mboya University offers 48 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Each programme at Tom Mboya University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Apply directly via Tom Mboya University's online portal at www.tmu.ac.ke. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +254201234567. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tom Mboya University

Below are the key facts most prospective students ask about Tom Mboya University, drawn directly from institutional records.

Where can I find Tom Mboya University?

The institution is located in Homabay, Kenya.

Is Tom Mboya University a public or private institution?

Tom Mboya University is a public institution.

What programmes are available at Tom Mboya University?

Tom Mboya University delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

Is Tom Mboya University accredited?

Tom Mboya University is accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).

How do I find Tom Mboya University online?

Tom Mboya University's official website is www.tmu.ac.ke.

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