Faculty of Health Sciences Programmes
PROGRAMMES OFFERED AT THE FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
- 1. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBchB)
OVERVIEW
Philosophy
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBchB) Programme at Egerton University trains, equips and natures students into ethical health care professionals with a scholarly appreciation of the normal and abnormal health state and prepares them to make a lasting contribution within the local community and worldwide as leaders in Health care practice, research and innovation.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The goal of this programme is to equip the learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude to effectively manage diseases conditions, conduct research and participate in community Health programme design and disease prevention
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
By the end of the programme for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBchB), the graduates will have acquired knowledge and skills to be able to:
i.To identify and differentiate the normal Health state from the diseased Health state
ii. Manage, prevent and actively participate in disease prevention and promotion within the community.
iii.Conduct community diagnosis and research.
iv.Manage and be a leader in the Health care institutions and community.
v.Plan and implement training/educational programmes for the community and Heath workers.
vi. Apply ethical, legal, and behavioral (attitudinal) principles in the practice of medicine.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime day face to face programme
Duration: 6 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates wishing to apply for the MBchB programme shall have met the minimum University entry requirements as stipulated in the University statute, applicants must have attained a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of B(PLUS) or its equivalent and passed in the subject cluster with B(plus) and above as indicated bellow
- Biology B(plus)
- Chemistry B(plus)
- Mathematics or Physics B(plus)
- English or Kiswahili B(plus)
OR
General certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced level or its equivalent with a minmum of two principle passes and above in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or Physics.
OR
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery who have passed with at least a ‘credit’ and above plus mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE or equivalent from an institution recognized by Egerton Universty Senate. Clinical officers with a higher National diploma in a related discipline who will need to enroll in this progamme will have an added advantage.
OR
Have a degree in a relevant health related medical course with ‘credit’ and above mean grade of C(plain) in KCSE or its equivalent from an institution recognized by Egerton University senate.
The following Kenya Universities and Collages Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) cluster subjects are required:
i Subject 1: BIOLOGY
ii.Subject 2:CHEMISTRY
iii. Subject 3: MATH or PHYSICS
iv. Subject 4: ENG/KIS or 3rd GROUP 11 or any GROUP 111 or any GROUP 1V or any GROUP V.
FEE STRUCTURE
(Self sponsored)Tuition Fees: 400,000 pa
(Regular Students) Tuition Fees: 30,000 pa
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes 36 (5) of 2013.
2. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL MEDICINE
Philosophy
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine Programme at Egerton University trains, equips and natures students into ethical health care professionals with a scholarly appreciation of the normal and abnormal health state and prepares them to make a lasting contribution within the local community and worldwide as leaders in Health care practice, research and innovation.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The goal of these programme is to equip the learners with the knowledge , skills and attitude to harness and implement clitical skills, conduct research and be able to advance academically in order to provide and improve the Health delivery from rural health facilities all the way to the National and International levels.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon completion of the prescribed course of the study for Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine , the graduates will have acquired knowledge skills to be able to:
i.Demonstration of professionalism in decision making, clinical reasoning within the Health care system
ii.Demonstration of clinical skills, practical procedures, patient investigations and management skills.
iii.Demonstration of research skills to promote Community Health and Disease control
iv.Application of ethical, legal and behavioral (attitudinal) principles in the practice of Clinical Medicine.
v. Demonstration of leadership, managerial skills and enhancement of personal, academic and professional development.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime day face to face programme
Duration: 4 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Candidates wishing to apply for the Bachelors degree in Clinical Medicine programme shall have met the minimum University entry requirements as stipulated in the University statute, applicants must have attained a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of B(MINUS) or its equivalent and passed in the subject cluster with B(minus) and above as indicated bellow
- Biology B(minus)
- Chemistry B(minus)
- Mathematics or Physics B(minus)
- English or Kiswahili B(minus)
OR
Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery who have passed with at least a ‘credit’ and above plus mean grade of C (plain) in KCSE or equivalent from an institution recognized by Egerton Universty Senate. Clinical officers with a higher National diploma in a related discipline who will need to enroll in this progamme will have an added advantage.
FEE STRUCTURE
(Self sponsored)Tuition Fees: 200,000 pa
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Medicine progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes 36 (5) of 2013.
- 3. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSCN)
Philosophy
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme at Egerton University prepares competent graduate nurses with qualities to enable them function effectively in provision of quality health services to the individual, family and community and who is actively involved in research and nursing education in dynamic society.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The goal of these programme is to equip the learners with the knowledge , skills and attitude to harness and implement clinical skills, conduct research and be able to advance academically in order to provide and improve the Health delivery from rural health facilities all the way to the National and International levels.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon completion of the prescribed course of the study for Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the graduates will have acquired knowledge skills to be able to:
i. Assess and appropriately recognize the Health needs of a population and plan for the necessary interventions.
ii. Demonstrate knowledge and competence in the management of patients and clients in diverse Health care setting using the Nursing process.
iii. Participate in design, development and implementation of training curricula
iv. Manage , monitor and evaluate programmes
v. Participate in the design, implementation, utilization and critique of research.
vi.Apply critical thinking skills for problem solving and decision making.
vii. Participate in inter-sectoral, multy-displinary and collaborative teams in the provision of Health care
- Apply concepts and principles of teaching and learning to individuals, families and communities in Nursing training institution and/Health care setting.
ix. Apply the emerging concepts, principles and theories in nursing Health care.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime day face to face programme
Duration: 4 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Candidates wishing to apply for the Bachelors degree in Nursing programme shall have met the minimum University entry requirements as stipulated in the University statute, applicants must have attained a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of B(MINUS) or its equivalent and passed in the subject cluster with C(plus) and above as indicated bellow
- Biology C(plus)
- Chemistry C(plus)
- Mathematics or Physics C(plus)
- English or Kiswahili C(plus)
OR
A minimum of two principle passes in Biology and Chemistry and a subsidiary pass in either Mathematics or Physics
FEE STRUCTURE
(Self sponsored)Tuition Fees: 200,000 pa
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for the Bachelor of Science in nursing progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes
- Bachelor of Science in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics
Philosophy
Human nutrition department innovatively influences human development through holistic education and generation, acquisition, preservation and dissemination of knowledge and skills, with emphasis on NUTRITION and related disciplines. The department provides equal opportunity in producing competitive and hands on graduates that contribute to national and global development.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The goal of these programme is to equip the learners with the knowledge , skills and attitude to harness and implement clinical skills, conduct research and be able to advance academically in order to provide and improve the Health delivery from rural health facilities all the way to the National and International levels.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon completion of the prescribed course of the study for Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics , the graduates will have acquired knowledge skills to be able to:
i. Counsel individuals or communities on proper food choices to promote Health eating, prevent malnutrition or manage diet related conditions.
ii. Demonstrate expertise in food utilization and preservation to improve food and nutrition security and overall nutritional status of the community.
iii. Undertake research in emerging issues in the areas of Food , Nutrition and Dietetics.
iv. Establish entrepreneurial activities in the areas of Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime programme
Duration: 4 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Candidates wishing to apply for the Bachelors degree in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics programme shall have met the minimum University entry requirements as stipulated in the University statute, applicants must have attained a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of C(plus) or its equivalent and passed in the subject cluster with C(plus) and above as indicated bellow
Biology C (plus)
Chemistry C (plus)
Mathematics or Physics C (plus)
Geography or any of the group 1V subjects
i. A candidate with a diploma in related areas from a recognized institution may be admitted, provided that they passed at credit level and above.
ii. Admission is also open to other degree holders with minmum entry requirements.
FEE STRUCTURE
(Self sponsored)Tuition Fees: 200,000 pa
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for the Bachelor of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes
POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Masters of Science in Nutritional Sciences
Philosophy
Human nutrition department innovatively influences human development through holistic education and generation, acquisition, preservation and dissemination of knowledge and skills, with emphasis on NUTRITION and related disciplines. The department provides equal opportunity in producing competitive and hands on graduates that contribute to national and global development.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The course is designed to prepare students for teaching and research positions in colleges and Universities, students are also prepared for research , consultancy and administrative positions in private and public sectors, including Hospitals and communities that require advanced training.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon completion of the prescribed course of the study for Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics , the graduates will have acquired knowledge skills to be able to:
i.Demonstrate expertise in solving Nutrition problems in different areas of Human Nutrition ;
ii. Undertake research in emerging issues in the areas of Human Nutrition.
iii. Undertake administrative and consultancy services in areas of Human Nutrition.
SPECIALIZATION
The pragramme offers two areas of specialization, from which the candidate shall choose one these are;
- Human Nutrition
- Dietetics
The specialized learning outcomes shall be able to:
- Human Nutrition option
i.Demonstrate expertise in solving nutrition problems in the community
ii.Undertake research in emerging issues in the areas of Human Nutrition.
iii.Undertake administrative and consultancy services in areas of Human Nutrition.
iv. Plan for community nutrition programmes or projects to alleviate or address nutritional concerns in the community
- Dietetics option
i. Demonstrate expertise in solving nutrition and clinical issues in institutions, organizations, and community areas where they practice through current practices in medical nutrition therapeutic management of nutrition related diseases.
ii. Undertake research in emerging issues in the areas of Clinical nutrition and Dietetics
iii. Carry out consultancy services in the areas of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
iv. Plan for clinical nutrition and dietetics intervations progammes or projects to elleviate or mitigate nutrition concerns.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime and partime programme
Duration: 1and 1/2 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Candidates for M.Sc. degree in Human Nutrition are required to have an upper Second Class Honours degree or Equivalent in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics or related programme from egerton University or any other institution recognized by the Egerton University senate.
FEE STRUCTURE
Tuition Fees: 137,000 pa
Study centre; Nakuru town Campus and Njoro Campus
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for MSc. Food, Nutrition and Dietetics progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES
Philosophy
Human nutrition department innovatively influences human development through holistic education and generation, acquisition, preservation and dissemination of knowledge and skills, with emphasis on NUTRITION and related disciplines. The department provides equal opportunity in producing competitive and hands on graduates that contribute to national and global development.
GOAL OF THE PROGAMME
The programme aims at giving students an advanced understanding of Human Nutrition at a Doctorate level . The course is designed to prepare students for teaching and research positions in colleges and Universities, Students are also prepared for research, consulting and administrative positions in private and public sectors, including Hospitals and community that require advanced training . It will be achieved through lectures, practical /tutorials and training in research.
PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME
The graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Human Nutrition at the end of the study should have knowledge and skills to be able to:
PLO 1:Conduct teaching and research in Colleges and Universities.
PLO 2: Plan and conduct research on Nutritional Sciences
PLO 3: Undertake consultation in private and public sectors, including Hospitals and the community that require advanced training
PLO 4: Monitor and evaluate Nutritional Health programmes.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This is a fulltime and partime programme
Duration: 3 years
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
- Candidates for M.Sc. degree in Human Nutrition are required to have an upper Second Class Honours degree or Equivalent in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics or related programme from Egerton University or any other institution recognized by the Egerton University senate.
- Present a preliminary (5-page) research proposal acceptable to the department of Human Nutrition.
FEE STRUCTURE
Tuition Fees: 1st year 204,200
2nd year 199,000
3rd year 189,000
Study centre; Nakuru town Campus and Njoro Campus
EXAM REGULATIONS
The University rules and regulations shall apply for Doctor in Philosophy in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics progamme as stipulated in the University statutes.
MODERATION OF EXAMINATIONS
Moderation of examination for both internal and external moderation will be in accordance to ISO procedure EU/AA/OP/07 and Egerton University statutes
