Mechanical Engineering and Entry Requirements | University of Nairobi

This page display in details the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering and it's entry requirements at the prestigious University of Nairobi, Kenya. 

Listed below are the course details

Programme: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering 

  • Faculty: Engineering  
  • Department: Mechanical Engineering 
  • Level of Study: Undergraduate 
  • Mode of Study: Full Time 
  • Attendance: On Campus 
  • Duration of Study: 10 Semesters 
  • Qualifications Awarded: Bachelor of Science Degree 
  • Accreditation: Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK) 


The Department of Mechanical Engineering was formed at the University of Nairobi with aim to promote the design, development, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems to promote good and easy living in our society. . 


Entry Requirements Mechanical Engineering University of Nairobi 

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nairobi expect an applicant for Bachelor degree to posses the following:  

Secondary School Leavers

Mean grade of at least C+ in KCSE. At least C+ in each of the four cluster subjects from any of the following alternative clusters.

Alternative A:

  • Physics                                 
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Biology or Geography or any Group IV Subject


Alternative B:

  • Physical Sciences              
  • Biological Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Geography or any Group IV Subject


Group IV Subjects:

  • Home Science Building Construction
  • Art and Design Power Mechanics
  • Agriculture Electricity
  • Woodwork Drawing and Design
  • Metalwork Aviation Technology


 A-Level Candidates 

This  apply to students with qualifications higher than the school leaving ones. 

  1. A'level Credit passes in Mathematics and Physics and a pass in Chemistry
  2. KNEC Higher National Diploma (HND) or Equivalent in relevant engineering programme
  3. Ordinary KNEC Diploma or equivalent (with credit pass) in relevant engineering programmes.
  4. Diploma from Science/Technical Teacher Training Colleges 

Relevant engineering programmes in 2 & 3 above include Agricultural Engineering, Geospatial Engineering, Electrical engineering Civil engineering and Mechanical Engineering. 


Note: the minimum entry requirements stated above could change anytime. The University of Nairobi management can have right to altered it without prior notice. 


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