Universities are the highest learning institutions in Kenya and the World over. They offer training majorly in undegraduate and Post Graduate Studies. In Kenya, the Courses offered in the Universities must be accredited by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services, KUCCPS. It is the same body that selects and places students to higher learning institutions; Universities, Colleges and Polytechnics. To qualify for University placement one must attain the minimum set Mean grade and particular course requirements. Each Course offered at particular university has its own cluster cut off points, though. Most university courses take a minimum of 4 years; while, some take even more. An academic year at the university takes two semesters of three months each. University students get fees loans from various organizations. Top on the list is the Higher Education Loans Board, HELB, that advances both loans and Bursaries.
Universities run online platforms; portals and websites, where such services as admission application, online accommodation booking, E-learning, exams results downloads and many are provided to students, staff and the general public. On admissions, most universities have admissions in May and September for new students. Various learning modules are provided at the universities. These learning modules include: Full time, School Based, Distance Learning, Evening & Weekend classes and E-Learning.
RONGO UNIVERSITY COURSES
Situated in Nyanza Region, the University offers a wide range of programmes;- SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
- Diploma in Early Childhood and Primary Education (ECPE)
- Diploma in Secondary Education (Arts)
- Diploma in Secondary Education (Science)
- Diploma in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Bachelor of Education (Arts)
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood & Primary Education (ECPE)
- Bachelor of Education (Science)
- Bachelor of Education Science (Biology and Agriculture)
- Bachelor of Education in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Master of Education in: (2019-2020 Admission)
- Master of Education in Psychology
- Master of Education in Guidance and Counselling
- Master of Education in Administration and Planning
- Master of Education in Early Childhood and Primary Education (ECPE)
- Master of Education in Special Needs Education (SNE)
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
- Master of Education in Curriculum Development
- Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction and Media Studies (Educational Communication Technology)
- Doctor of Philosophy in: (2019-2020 Admission)
- Philosophy of Education
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Communication and Technology (Curriculum, Instructions and Media Studies)
- Early Childhood and Primary Education
- Planning & Economics of Education
- Philosophy of Education Administration and Management
To get the Full list of academic programmes offered at Rongo University please click on the link below;
Full list of Programmes offered at Rongo University
Bachelor of Education Course Requirements:- Mean grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C+ in each of the two teaching subjects,
- 2 principal passes at A’Level and 1 subsidiary in relevant subjects,
- Diploma in Education (May be exempted in relevant units).
- P1 teachers must have scored C+ at KCSE to qualify.
Important Links on Universities. Just For You. Click below:
- Kisii University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Kenya Methodist University, kemu, Education and other Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Kibabii University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Karatina University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Kabarak University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Education courses offered at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, JOOUST, University:Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Universities that offer education courses, teaching combinations, offered, requirements and how to apply for Chuka university courses
- KCA University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Kaimosi Friends University College Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- JKUAT Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Garissa University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Egerton University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Dedan Kimathi University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Co-operative University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Chuka University Courses, Requirements, Fees, Student Portals and how to apply
- Maasai Mara University Courses, Admission, Requirements, Fees, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- Lukenya University Courses, Admission, Requirements, Fees, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- Laikipia University Courses, Admission, Requirements, Fees, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- Koitalel University Courses, Admissions, Requirements, Fees, Location, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- Kirinyaga University Courses, Admissions, Requirements, Fees, Location, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- Kibabii University Courses, Admissions, Requirements, Fees, Location, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- New list of all Kenyan university courses, requirements, fees, students, portals, website and how to apply
- Kenya Highlands University Courses, Admissions, Requirements, Fees, Location, Contacts, Student Portals Log in, Website and How to Apply
- New list of Top, Best Universities in Kenya
- Mount Kenya University, MKU; courses, admissions, requirements, student portal, website, Contacts, fees and applications
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 1 ENG
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 2 MAT A / MAT B / BIO / PHY / CHE / BIO / GSC
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 3 BIO / CHE / PHY / BIO / GSC / HAG / GEO / CRE / IRE / HRE
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 4 KIS / BIO / PHY / CHE / BIO / GSC / HSC / ARD / AGR / WW / MW / BC / PM / ECT / DRD / AVT / CMP / FRE / GER / ARB / KSL / MUC / BST NOTE: A subject may only be considered ONCE in this section
- SUBJECT 1: ENG; C
- SUBJECT 2: MAT A / MAT B; C
- SUBJECT 3: BIO / PHY / CHE / PSC / BSC / BIO / GSC: C+
- Mean grade C+ (plus) at KCSE and at least C+ in each of the two teaching subjects chosen,
- 2 Principal passes at A’ Level and 1 Subsidiary in relevant subjects,
- Diploma in Education.
- P1 teachers must have scored a mean grade of C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in two teaching subjects chosen.
- Mean grade of C+(Plus) at KCSE with at least C (Plain) in Mathematics and C+ in each of the two teaching subjects or 2 Principal passes and 1 Subsidiary pass at A’ Level in Mathematics,
- Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Diploma in Education.
- Rongo University College has three intakes in an Academic year for all courses.
- September/October
- December/January
- April/May
- The advertisements for the intakes are usually carried in the local press two months before the intake.
- Application forms may be obtained from the University Main Campus at Kitere hill admissions office or through our website APPLICATION-FORM.
- Non-refundable application fee of Kshs 500 for diploma/certificate, Kshs 1000 for undergraduate Kshs 2000 for post graduate programmes.
- The application fee may be paid by Direct Deposit at any KCB or National Bank Branch into the Rongo University College Account. CASH and postal orders WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
- The completed application forms, copies of relevant academic certificates, copies of the application fees receipt should be returned or sent to Director, Privately Sponsored Students Programme (PSSP).
