Business & Management
Explore management, finance, entrepreneurship and the way organisations operate.
Example programmes
- CommerceBCom · Undergraduate
Study destination
Study in Kenya
English-taught university programmes in East Africa for students applying from Nigeria.
Find your study options in Kenya
Kenya offers English-medium university study in East Africa for students applying from Nigeria. The University of Nairobi is one option to explore. Intakes vary by faculty, with September and January as common planning periods.
- Teaching language
- English
Confirm your programme’s language and accepted evidence.
- Programme starts
- September · January
Starts and deadlines vary by programme.
- Study budget
- Plan your total costs
Compare tuition, living costs and initial expenses.
- After graduation
- Explore your next step
Work and residence options have their own conditions.
Our team can help you compare courses, understand entry requirements and build a shortlist around your qualifications and budget.
Explore courses in Kenya
Start with a subject you enjoy. Explore selected programme examples, then compare study levels and teaching languages in the course directory.
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Universities to explore
Explore university campuses and study options. Visit the official admissions pages for current programmes, entry requirements and fees.
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
A large public university with arts, sciences and professional programmes.
University photo credits
- University of Nairobi: University of Nairobi. Resized and cropped for display.
Plan your study budget
Your budget has three parts: tuition, day-to-day living and the costs of getting settled. Use the references below to start planning, then confirm the figures for your course and city.
Tuition & fee references
An undated published university schedule. International students must confirm the applicable rate, payment currency and year before budgeting.
Bachelor of Commerce
Published annual fee reference · confirm international rate · University of Nairobi
KES 216,000per year · published schedule
University of Nairobi: bachelor’s fees (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
Nairobi accommodation reference
From KES 12,500per month · published room reference
A Qwetu accommodation guide hosted by the University of Nairobi lists room options from this amount.
The guide is undated. Confirm current rates and availability; food, transport, utilities and other living costs may be additional.
University of Nairobi: Qwetu room guide (PDF) (opens in a new tab)Fees vary by programme, year and legal status. A semester fee, annual fee and full-programme fee cover different periods. Confirm what is included, payment dates and refund terms with the institution.
Allow for initial expenses
Include application and visa charges, document preparation, insurance, travel and accommodation deposits. Ask what is included before paying; any agency service charge is separate from university and government fees.
Check funding early
Review scholarships with the university or award provider. Check eligibility, deadlines and what an award covers. Build your plan around confirmed funds.
Entry requirements & how to apply
Requirements depend on your qualification, citizenship and chosen programme. Check the university’s current instructions before preparing your application.
Academic entry requirements
Undergraduate applicants need a secondary-school qualification and must meet their faculty’s grade requirements. Master’s applicants need a first degree.
Language & course requirements
Teaching is in English. A faculty may request evidence of proficiency if your previous education was in another language.
For a master’s degree
Check the recognised first degree, relevant subject background and grades required by the programme. Some courses also ask for professional experience, a portfolio, research proposal or an interview.
University of Nairobi: international applications (opens in a new tab)
Documents to prepare
- Passport, qualification certificates and academic transcripts.
- Accepted evidence of your programme’s teaching language.
- A personal statement, references, portfolio or research proposal where requested.
- Qualification assessment, legalisation and certified translations where required.
Qualification recognition
Confirm how the university assesses your school certificate or degree and whether an equivalency assessment is required. For professional programmes, check accreditation and recognition in your intended country of practice.
Recognition, legalisation and translation are separate steps. Confirm each receiving authority’s requirements.
Choose your intake before you apply
Start dates depend on the university and programme. Use the current admissions notice and allow time for qualification assessment, the Student’s Pass and accommodation.
Choose your programme
Compare subjects, qualification, campus, teaching language and total cost. Confirm eligibility with the institution.
Prepare and apply
Check the application route, gather the required documents and complete any assessment by the course deadline.
Plan your arrival
After admission, follow the applicable immigration process and arrange funds, insurance and accommodation.
Visa, work & student life
Student’s Pass
International applicants should check the Student’s Pass requirements for study at an approved institution. Admission and immigration approval are separate decisions.
Follow the immigration authority’s instructions for institutional sponsorship, academic documents, funds and supporting evidence. Entry permission and a Student’s Pass serve different purposes.
Kenya Immigration: Student’s Pass (opens in a new tab)
Use the instructions for your actual citizenship and residence jurisdiction.
Working during and after study
A Student’s Pass is permission for the approved study activity. Check the separate authorisation needed before taking paid work or other activities.
Employment or continued residence after graduation requires an appropriate immigration route; admission does not guarantee either.
Prepare for your arrival
Most international students arrive through Nairobi. Arrange accommodation for your first weeks and carry your admission letter and student pass approval. Confirm your reporting date with the faculty, as it may differ from the general university calendar.
Your questions about Kenya
How much should I budget?
Add the exact tuition for your course and year to accommodation, food, transport, insurance and personal expenses. Include application charges, document preparation, travel and deposits. The figures above show what each reference covers; a housing example or visa funds requirement is only part of the total.
University of Nairobi: Qwetu room guide (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
When should I apply?
Start dates depend on the university and programme. Use the current admissions notice and allow time for qualification assessment, the Student’s Pass and accommodation.
University of Nairobi: international applications (opens in a new tab)
Are these the only courses and universities available?
These are selected examples to help you explore. Universities offer many more programmes. Tell us your subject, study level and preferred destination so we can help you compare a broader shortlist.
Can I fund my studies through part-time work?
Plan tuition and essential living expenses using confirmed funds. Student employment can be restricted and a job is not guaranteed. Review the work guidance above and the conditions of your own immigration status before accepting employment.
Will my qualification be recognised?
Confirm how the university assesses your school certificate or degree and whether an equivalency assessment is required. For professional programmes, check accreditation and recognition in your intended country of practice.
University of Nairobi: international applications (opens in a new tab)
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