Overview
At the end of the programme, the student should be able to:
- Produce highly skilled personnel to undertake cutting edge research in Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology
- Equip professionals working in biomedical sciences with current knowledge in Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology that will improve their working skills.
- Design and carry out research in various thematic areas within Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology
- Publish and make significant scientific research contributions to the field of Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology
Structure
- The study is a full-time course extending for a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of eight (8) semesters leading to the award of a Master of Science Degree in Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology.
- The first year of study will be devoted to coursework and the candidates shall be required to take all the eight (8) core courses and one elective course.
- The second-year shall be devoted to research and thesis writing. The candidate shall be required to have identified his/her area of research interest during the first year of the course.
Admission Requirements
SCHEDULE OF INTAKE: -August/September
Minimum Admission Requirements
- The common regulations for the Masters Degrees in all faculties shall apply.
- The regulations for the Degree of Master of Science by course work and thesis in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine shall apply.
- The following shall be eligible for admission for the degree of Master of Science in Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology:
a) Holders of Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine or Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent degrees from any institution recognized by the senate of the University of Nairobi.
b) Holders of B.Sc. Zoology, Biology, Animal Physiology or Anatomy of the University of Nairobi or a recognized University with at least upper second-class honours or lower second class honours with a minimum of two (2) years work experience in a relevant field.
CREDIT TRANSFER AND EXEMPTIONS
Applicants may seek credit transfers or exemptions for similar Courses taken at the Masters Level from the University of Nairobi or Other institutions recognized by the Senate.
Applicants who wish to apply for credit transfer in any course:
a) Shall be required to submit formal applications for credit transfers to the Academic Registrar through the Dean justifying their request and attaching relevant support documents.
b) Will be allowed credit transfer of a maximum of one-third of the prescribed courses.
c) Can only be considered for the request after the applicant has paid the appropriate fee as may be decided by the Senate on recommendation by the Faculty Academic Committee
There shall be no exemptions for the MSc. Programme.
Careers
- Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology
- Vertebrate Gross Anatomy
- Dissection skills
- Specimen Preservation skills
Attachment Opportunities
- Kenya Wildlife Society
- National Museum of Kenya
- ILRI
- IPR
- KARLO
Fees and Funding
NB.
- Guidelines for research money for the MSc degree is approximately KES 400,000 but the actual cost will depend on the type of research.
- Fees for foreign students shall be charged at the same rate and payment made in equivalent US Dollars.
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YEAR 1 |
YEAR 2 |
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SEM 1 |
SEM 2 |
SEM 3 |
SEM 4 |
TOTALS |
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TUITION |
174,000 |
174,000 |
174,000 |
174,000. |
696,000 |
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ICT SERVICES (per year) |
7000 |
- |
7,000 |
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14,000 |
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REGISTRATION (per Sem @2250) 2,250.00 |
2,250 |
2,250 |
2,250 |
2,250 |
9,000 |
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ID CARD ( per year |
1,000 |
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1000 |
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2,000 |
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CAUTION - (once) 5,000.00 |
5,000 |
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5,000 |
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MEDICAL FEE (per year) |
6,500 |
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6,500 |
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13,000 |
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LIBRARY (per year) |
5,000 |
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5,000 |
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10,000 |
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ACTIVITY-( per year) |
2,000 |
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2,000 |
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4,000 |
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STUDENT ORGANISATION (per year) |
1,000 |
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1,000 |
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2,000 |
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EXAMINATION (per unit @1000) |
6,000 |
6,000 |
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12,000 |
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THESIS EXAMINATION |
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30,000 |
30,000 |
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GRAND TOTALS |
209,750.00 |
182,250.00 |
198,750.00 |
206,250.00 |
797,000.00 |
The philosophy of MSc in Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology is to develop and disseminate knowledge in the area of Anatomy and Cell Biology and related disciplines in animals from a comparative perspective. The training intends to influence the actions and understanding of biologists towards policy implementation using cutting edge research. The candidates undertaking this programme shall be expected to present findings from the research projects in seminars, workshops as well as at national and internal conferences.
1. Login to the following student portal: https://smis.uonbi.ac.ke
2. Government-sponsored students (Module I)
Your access credentials have already been sent to your portals.The username is your registration number.
Module II students generate a registration number upon paying an initial part of registration fees of at least KES 30,000.
3. Upon login, follow the registration process starting with uploading the following documents:
- -KCSE result slip
- -Admission letter
- -Signed Bond form
- -Signed Medical form
- -Proof of payment of fees
- -National ID/Birth certificate
- -Passport photo
- -Signature
Customer Care
Contact email: customercare@uonbi.ac.ke,
Lectures, laboratory practical demonstrations, dissections, tutorials, group discussions and class exercises.
Open, Distance, and E-Learning
The ODeL mode will involve modules and electronic/web-based learning materials. Lectures and other teaching and learning activities will be offered using electronic platforms, including a variety of self-instructional print and electronic study materials. The ODeL mode will also be applied with minimal mandatory face-to-face tutorial hours on campus where necessary.
The program will be also offered on blended e-learning with face-to-face formal lectures, tutorials, practical demonstrations, assignments, and class discussions in presence of the lecturer.
Chairman DVAP. E-mail: makanya@uonbi.ac.ke
Course Coordinator. E-mail: dwo@uonbi.ac.ke
The aim of reviewing the MSc in Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology programme is to align it with the dynamic changes in research on fundamental elements of anatomy and cell Biology. The programme is also structured to instil requisite skills in line with industry needs as well as for the realization of vision 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals.
The goal of MSc in Veterinary Anatomy and Cell Biology is to mentor and produce structural biologists who have been equipped with appropriate knowledge in comparative vertebrate biology, tools and techniques, skills and competence in critical thinking and problem analysis and solving.
At the end of the programme, the learner should be able to:
- Undertake cutting edge research in Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology
- Use current knowledge in Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology that will improve their working skills.
- Design and carry out research in various thematic areas within Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology
- Publish and make significant scientific research contributions to the field of Vertebrate Anatomy and Cell Biology.
NOTABLE ALUMNI
- Prof. Stephen Kiama
- Prof. Andrew Makanya
- Prof. D.W. Onyango