The School of Pure and Applied Sciences (SPAS) aims at producing professional scientists for careers in industry, teaching and research. The school focuses on imparting knowledge in the areas of chemical, biological, Actuarial and information technology sciences. Our programs are designed to ensure that graduates are equipped with practical and intellectual skills relevant to the needs of the society.
The Departments in this school include:
i) Department of Mathematics, Statistics & Actuarial Sciences
ii) Department of Computer Science
iii) Department of Physical Sciences
iv) Department of Biological Sciences
Programs offered:
– Masters in Information Science
– Masters in Biostatics
– Master of Science in Botany
(With specializations in: Plant Taxonomy, Plant Ecology, Plant Pathology, Plant Physiology or Mycology)
– Master of Science in Zoology
(With specializations in: Parasitology, Ecology, Physiology or Entomology)
– Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences
– Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
– Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
– Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
– Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics with Computing
– Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
– Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
– Bachelor of Science with Education
– Bachelor of Science (Bsc)
– Diploma in Information Technology
– Certificate in Information Technology
– Bridging courses in Maths, Chemistry, Physics and Biology
Other Short Courses:
– Computer Skills for Top Managers
– Computer Skills for County and Public Administrators
– Computer Applications
– Data Communication and Networking
– Computer Hardware Maintenance & Support
– Computer Graphic Design
– Computer Aided Design {AutoCAD}
– International Computer Driving License(ICDL)
– Accounting & Statistics Programs{QuickBooks}
– Statistical Data Analysis{SPSS}
– Linux Essentials
– Certified Fiber Optic Technician{CFOF}
– Huawei Certified Datacom Associate
– Cisco Networking Academy
Karatina University has intakes in January, May, and September for Full Time, Weekend and Evening classes.
Application Procedure: Application forms can be obtained from Karatina University, Main Campus, School of Business, Karatina Town or can be downloaded here
Application fee is Ksh. 3,000 for PhD programmes, Ksh. 2,000 for Masters Programmes, Ksh. 1,000 for Undergraduate Programmes and Ksh. 500 for Diploma & and Certificate Programmes. Payments should be made in Bankers Cheque in favour of Karatina University or direct deposit to the University Account: Equity Bank, Karatina Branch, Ac. No. 0040298291603
Duly filled application forms (with relevant certificates and application payment slip attached) should be sent to:
The Registrar
(Academic, Research and Student Affairs)
P.O. Box 1957 – 10101
KARATINA
Or Email: admissions@karu.ac.ke