University of Kabianga

Kericho, Kenya Founded 2013

Overview

English Name: University of Kabianga
Founded: 2013
Control Type: Public
University of Kabianga institutional grounds
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Established in 2013, University of Kabianga runs as a public university in Kericho, Kenya. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within Kenya's higher-education sector.

The academic catalogue at University of Kabianga runs across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, with multiple faculties hosting a catalogue of active programmes. Each unit administers its own admissions and curriculum framework.

Location & Contact

University of Kabianga's on-the-ground location and digital channels to engage with the institution. Library access for prospective students is often arranged separately through the main library team.

Address: P.O. Box 2030
Postal Code: 20200
Map:
Phone: 254 202 172665

Academic Details

University of Kabianga's scale, faculty balance, and academic recognition. Staff-with-doctorate share often signals research culture more reliably than headline research output figures.

Academic Year: September to June
Accrediting Agency: Commission for University Education (CUE)

Degrees

Also Executive MBA

Bachelor's 45 programs

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

  • Actuarial Science
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Education
  • Agriculture
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Botany
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication Studies
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Educational and Student Counselling
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Forestry
  • Health Sciences
  • Horticulture
  • Human Rights
  • Information Management
  • Information Technology
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics and Computer Science
  • Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Natural Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Philosophy
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
  • Public Administration
  • Public Health
  • Public Relations
  • Religion
  • Rural Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Statistics
  • Technology
  • Tourism
  • Zoology
Master's 24 programs

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

  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Management
  • Agriculture
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication Studies
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational Psychology
  • Educational Sciences
  • Educational Technology
  • Educational and Student Counselling
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Forestry
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Mathematics
  • Microbiology
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
  • Religion
  • Statistics
  • Swahili
Doctoral 5 programs

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

  • Business Administration
  • Educational Administration
  • English
  • Literature
  • Swahili
Diploma & Certificate 2 programs

Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.

  • Health Sciences
  • Technology

Faculties & Divisions

Below: the faculties and divisions inside University of Kabianga. Faculty member affiliations sometimes span multiple units, particularly for interdisciplinary scholars.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (School) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Management
  • Agriculture
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Forestry
  • Horticulture
  • Rural Studies

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 (School) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Hotel and Restaurant
  • Human Resources
  • Management
  • Tourism

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

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

Education, Arts and Social Sciences (School) 15 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Communication Studies
  • Education
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational and Student Counselling
  • Educational Psychology
  • French
  • Human Rights
  • Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
  • Public Administration
  • Public Relations
  • Science Education
  • Swahili

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

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

Health Sciences (School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Public Health

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Science and Technology (School) 18 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Actuarial Science
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Studies
  • Health Sciences
  • Information Management
  • Information Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Nursing
  • Physics
  • Statistics
  • Zoology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Programs Offered

Each programme at University of Kabianga is grouped by the degree it leads to. New programmes can take 6–12 months to propagate through search engines, so the live catalogue here is the authoritative list.

Bachelor's Degree

30 programmes

University of Kabianga runs 30 programmes at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Bachelor of Science Information Technology Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Tourism Management Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Upgrading) Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights Law
Bachelor of Business Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Commerce Business & Management
Bachelor of Education (Arts) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education (Science) Education & Teaching
Bachelor of Education Guidance and Counselling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and Primary Education Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Environmental Studies, Arts Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Hotel and Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure
Bachelor of Public Administration Public Administration
Bachelor of Science Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Economics and Resource Management) Agriculture
Bachelor of Science (Horticulture) Horticulture and Crop Science
Bachelor of Arts (Economics) Economics
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education Extension Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Agro Forestry and Rural Development Politics & International Relations
Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing Information Systems & Technology
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science in Communication and Public Relations Communication Studies
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health/Public Health Public Health
Bachelor of Science in Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences and Knowledge Management Business & Management
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology Microbiology

Master's Degree

21 programmes

University of Kabianga's 21 programmes at this tier lead to a master's qualification, valued for the focused, research-informed depth they add beyond undergraduate study.

Master of Science in Agricultural Economics and Resource Management Agriculture
Executive Master of Education in Leadership and Policy in Education Education & Teaching
Master of Arts in Communication and Technology Communication Studies
Master of Arts in Kiswahili Liberal Arts
Master of Arts in Literature Literature
Master of Arts in Psychology Psychology
Master of Business Administration Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (Executive) Business Administration
Master of Business Management Business & Management
Master of Education in Early Childhood and Primary Education Early Childhood Education
Master of Education in Educational Planning and Administration Education & Teaching
Master of Education in Guidance and Counselling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Master of Science in Agricultural Extension Agriculture
Master of Science in Agro Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
Master of Science in Applied Mathematics Mathematics
Master of Science in Applied Statistics Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Master of Science in Chemistry Chemistry
Master of Science in Forestry Forestry & Natural Resources
Master of Science in Microbiology Microbiology
Master of Science in Pure Mathematics Mathematics
Masters in Environmental Planning Management Business & Management

Doctorate

4 programmes

University of Kabianga delivers 4 programmes at doctoral level for graduates committed to advancing the frontier of their discipline through original inquiry.

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management Business & Management
Doctor of Philosophy in English Language Education English Language Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Kiswahili Philosophy & Ethics

How to apply to University of Kabianga

Below is a five-step path through the application process at University of Kabianga, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Kabianga's 55 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at University of Kabianga typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    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.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    University of Kabianga processes applications through kabianga.ac.ke. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    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 254 202 172665. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Kabianga

Common questions students ask about University of Kabianga — answers pulled straight from the institution's published profile.

When did University of Kabianga open?

University of Kabianga traces its founding to 2013 (approximately 13 years ago).

Where can I find University of Kabianga?

The institution is located in Kericho, Kenya.

What is University of Kabianga's control type?

University of Kabianga operates as a public institution.

What degrees does University of Kabianga offer?

University of Kabianga delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.

Is University of Kabianga accredited?

University of Kabianga is accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).

What is University of Kabianga's official website?

You can find University of Kabianga online at kabianga.ac.ke.

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