This is a two and a half-year programme designed to provide senior registered nurses with an opportunity to upgrade their diploma qualification to degree level. It provides them an opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide holistic nursing care.
The programme offers need-based financial assistance.
Admissions have closed for 2025 admission cycle. The last date for submission of applications was April 4, 2025.
Following is the eligibility criteria applicable for 2025:
Form IV level of education with a minimum aggregate score of C plain in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or Division II in Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE)
Must be a holder of Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) or Kenya Registered Nurse (KRN)
A current registration and a valid practicing license
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of practice experience
For further information you can reach us using contact details provided below.
Admission Information 2025
Fee Structure
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Alumni Testimonial
Irene Wanjiru's interest in nursing developed from her high school days. This encouraged her to pursue a career that makes an impact to people in need. The alumna from AKU's School of Nursing and Midwifery now plans to build on her nursing profession.
School of Nursing and MidwiferyThe Aga Khan University 3rd Parklands off Limuru Road Nairobi, Kenya
Email: sonam.ke@aku.edu, admissions.ke@aku.eduTel: +254 782 639 784, +254 733 788 119
