So read on to find out if you’re qualified for the programme and other details including the fee structure for the course.

University of Nairobi civil engineering entry requirements -Minimum Requirements to be admitted into the Bsc. (Bachelor of Science) degree in Civil Engineering at the UoN.

KCSE Candidates – form 4 leavers

If you are recently sat for KCSE – and this will be your first course, the basic admission requirements are as follows:

KCSE Mean Grade (Overall grade) – C+ …Remember that this is the usual requirement for any degree course in Public Universities in Kenya.

Cluster subjects and requirements

In addition to your C+ mean grade, you must satisfy the following minimum requirements in the cluster subjects to have a chance of being admitted for the course:

Subject and grade

• Mathematics- C+ (at least)
• Physics- C+ (at least)
• Chemistry- C+ (at least)
• Biology/Geography- C+ (at least)….either one of the subjects

What you should know is that unless you’re applying as a self-sponsored student, having the above minimum requirements does not guarantee you admission.

Why?

Because if you apply through KUCCPS- as a government sponsored student- aiming to get financial help (There is government subsidy/capitation, scholarships, and even HELB loans), the course becomes quite competitive.

In fact, more often than not, only A students get a chance to study the course at the University of Nairobi since there are only a limited number of vacancies (yet so many apply to go to the UoN).

So yes, try your luck but if you did not pass exemplarily, I am afraid that you may have to go the self-sponsored route or take the course elsewhere (some universities accepts slightly lower grades)

Diploma Candidates (holders of a diploma qualification in civil or related engineering area)

You can apply with your Diploma certificate if you have done a Diploma in civil (or a related engineering area)

You may also be eligible if you have a Higher National Diploma(HND) issued by KNEC -or its equivalent- in Civil Engineering (or a related engineering area)

BSc/BEd(Science) degree holders

The other acceptable qualification is either a Bachelor of Science (BSc.) or a Bachelor of Education (Bed) degree in Mathematics and Physics from accredited institutions.

Oher relevant degree might be considered subject to approval by the School of Engineering Board working together with the senate.

What you need to keep in mind is that you may get a few credit transfers –enabling you to finish the course in a shorter time- if you apply with qualifications such as the KNEC HND (higher national diploma) or its equivalent.

 University of Nairobi civil engineering fees (UoN civil engineering fee structure)

The fees has been adjusted and is now about Kshs.360,000 (max) per year.

But as I had told you, if you join through KUCCPS, you may pay less thanks to the government subsidy/capitation and scholarships, depending on your financial background/situation..

Another way to reduce the financial burden on your parents or sponsor is by applying for a HELB loan.

Course duration

5 years

UoN civil engineering units

First year

CCS 001-Communication Skills

CCS 010-HIV / AIDS

FCE 131-Physics IA

FCE 161-Pure Mathematics IA

FCE 163-Engineering Mechanics (Statics)

FCE 165-Computer Science I

FCE 181-Chemistry IA

CCS 008-Elements of Philosophy

FCE 112-Engineering Geology

FCE 132-Physics IB

FCE 142-Introduction to Engineering Drawing

FCE 162-Pure Mathematics IB

FCE 164-Engineering Mechanics (Dynamics)

FCE 182-Chemistry IB

Second year

FCE 201-Theory of Structures(IA)

FCE 211-Geotechnical Engineering I

FCE 231-Strength of Materials (IA)

FCE 245-Material Science

FCE 251-Engineering Surveying I

FCE 261-Engineering Mathematics (IA)

FCE 265-Computer Science II

FCE 271-Engineering Economics

FCE 202-Theory of Structures (IB)

FCE 222-Fluid Mechanics (IA)

FCE 232-Strength of Materials (IB)

FCE 242-Engineering Drawing I

FCE 246-Concrete Materials

FCE 262-Engineering Mathematics(IB)

FCE 266-Computer Science III

FCE 299-Practical Assignment I

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Third year

FCE 301-Theory of Structures(IIA)

FCE 311-Geotechnical Engineering (IIA)

FCE 331-Strength of Materials(IIA)

FCE 345-Transportation Engineering IA

FCE 351-Engineering Surveying II

FCE 361-Engineering Mathematics (IIA)

FCE 391-Environmental Chemistry & Microbiology

FCE 302-Theory of Structures (IIB).

FCE 312-Geotechnical Engineering (IIB).

FCE 322-Fluid Mechanics II

FCE 332-Strength of Materials (IIB).

FCE 342-Engineering Drawing & Design II.

FCE 346-Transportation Engineering (IB)

FCE 362-Engineering Mathematics (IIB).

FCE372-Construction Engineering Management 1(one)

FCE 399-Practical Assignment II….Note that FCE 399(Field Assignment for civil engineering) takes 8 weeks.

 Fourth year

FCE 401-Structural Dynamics

FCE 411-Geotechnical Engineering IIIA

FCE 421 -Open Channel Hydraulics.

FCE 425-Hydrology

FCE 431-Structural Design IA

FCE 451-Engineering Surveying III

FCE 461-Statistics.

FCE 481-Water Treatment.

FCE 402-Theory of Structures (IIIB).

FCE 412-Geotechnical Engineering IIIB.

FCE 422-Fluid Mechanics III

FCE 432-Design of Structures (IB)

FCE 446-Transportation Engineering II

FCE472-Construction Engineering Management…II

FCE 482-Wastewater Treatment.

FCE 499-Practical Assessment III ….note that FCE 499 (Industrial Attachment) also goes on for 8 weeks

Fifth year

Compulsory Courses/Units

FCE 511-Geotechnical Engineering IV

FCE 525-Water Resources Engineering

FCE 531-Structural Design IIA

FCE 545-Transportation Engineering(III)

FCE 571-Engineering Management III

FCE 581-Water & Wastewater Engineering Design.

FCE 592-Professional Practice and Ethics

FCE 590-Civil Engineering Project

Elective Courses/Units

You select any 2 courses/units from the ones listed below as long as the course you select is being offered during your 5th study year- ask your lecturer to help you choose, if necessary.

FCE 593-Sociology for Engineers

FCE 502-Advanced Theory of Structures (I)

FCE 508-Introduction to the Finite Element Method

FCE 524-Advanced Hydraulics

FCE 526-Water Resources Engineering (II)

FCE 532-Structural Design IIB

FCE 536-Building Structural Design

FCE 546-Transportation Planning & Pavement Analysis

FCE 552-Engineering Surveying IV

FCE 562-Numerical Analysis II

FCE 564-Operations Research

FCE 566-Computer Applications II

FCE 572-Construction Engineering Management (IV)

FCE 581-Industrial Waste Treatment.

FCE 583-Environmental Impact Assessment & Audit

FCE 572-Construction Engineering Management (IV)

FCE 588-Construction Technology & Engineering

University of Nairobi civil engineering entry requirements (university of Nairobi school of engineering entry requirements) – Recap

To recap, here is a summary of the current University of Nairobi civil engineering entry requirements:

Form 4 leavers

KCSE Mean Grade (Overall grade) – C+

Cluster subjects and requirements

• Mathematics- C+ (at least)
• Physics- C+ (at least)
• Chemistry- C+ (at least)
• Biology/Geography- C+ (at least)….either one of the subjects

But as I had mentioned, only A students get a chance to study the course at the University of Nairobi since there are only a limited number of vacancies (yet so many apply to go to the UoN).

You can also apply with a Diploma in civil (or a related engineering area)

You may also be eligible if you have a Higher National Diploma(HND) issued by KNEC -or its equivalent- in Civil Engineering (or a related engineering area)

The final acceptable qualification is either a Bachelor of Science (BSc.) or a Bachelor of Education (Bed) degree in Mathematics and Physics from accredited institutions.

Ps: For a Master Of Science In Civil Engineering at the University Of Nairobi, you need a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (From the University of  Nairobi) with Second class honours (upper division)- at least or Second class honours(lower division) but with 2 years working experience or a Pass but with a years working experience

Source:

https://civil.uonbi.ac.ke/index.php/admission-content-type/bsc-civil-engineering

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