Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science(Mathematics & Computer Science) in Kenya

Course Name: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science(Mathematics & Computer Science)
Major Subject: Mathematics & Computer Science
Course Category: Degree
Average Study Duration: 4 Years

Colleges Offering Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science(Mathematics & Computer Science)

Murang'a University College, Muranga
Entry Requirements: KCSE Mean grade C+ with C+ in Mathematics ,C- (Minus) in Physics and C- (Minus ) in Chemistry.
Course Duration: 8 semesters.
Kabete National Polytechnic, Nairobi
Mean gread C-
3 years
BSc mathematics and computer science

Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science(Mathematics & Computer Science)

University of Nairobi School of Mathematics, Nairobi
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTING

Candidates must satisfy the University's general admission criteria for undergraduate programmes.

Eligibility for consideration for admission into the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computing at the School of Mathematics shall be governed by the following minimum admission requirements or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate:

1. KCSE:

A holder of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum aggregate performance of C+. In addition, candidates must have obtained a minimum grade of B in Mathematics.

2.A-Level:

A holder of Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with 2 principal passes in Mathematics/Physics, Mathematics/Chemistry, Mathematics/Geography, or Mathematics/Economics.

3.Diploma in Computer Studies/Industrial Mathematics and Informatics/Education:

A holder of an ordinary diploma in computer studies Industrial Mathematics and Informatics, or Education with Mathematics as a major subject, or equivalent with, a minimum pass at credit level, from an institution recognized by Senate.

4.Bachelor’s Degree:

A holder of a Bachelor’s degree from an institution recognized by the Senate, preferably with a good Mathematics background.

CREDIT TRANSFER AND EXEMPTIONS

A candidate may be exempted from some units and credit transferred from approved institutions, subject to the following conditions:

Credit Transfer

A candidate who has been admitted into this programme and has taken and passed a course unit offered within another degree program may apply for transfer of credit earned within the former programme to this program.
Credit Transfer will only be approved from institutions and degree programmes recognized by Senate.
Where a candidate wishes to transfer credit from a degree programme of another institution to this programme, the candidate shall send an application to the Academic Registrar justifying the request and provide evidence of the credentials which support such a request.
Credit may not be transferred for course units in the third and fourth year of study.
Application for exemption shall be considered only after the applicant has paid an exemption fee.

Duration : 4 years
JKUAT Kisii Centre, Kisii
This program is suitable for students who meet the minimum requirements.
It prepares them for careers like programming, web designing and web hosting.

Some of the units covered in this program are:
(i) Simulation and Modelling.

(ii) Multimedia System.

(iii) System Programming.

(iv) Mobile Computing.

(v) Computer Networks.

(vi) Computer Operating System.

(vii) Web Application Development.

(viii) Mathematics for Science.

Admission requirements
(i) A minimum of C+ at KCSE and must have C+ in Mathematics OR

(ii) A minimum of two principal passes in science subjects in General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level /Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE). OR

(iii) A Diploma in relevant subjects and with at least a credit pass from a reputable institution. OR

(iv) A Diploma in applied sciences with at least a credit pass in relevant subjects from an institution recognized by the university senate.

Course duration
4 years
Technical University of Mombasa, Mombasa
This course is designed for students who seek careers in computer science or related computer fields requiring a strong mathematical background. Bachelor of science in mathematics and computer science at the technical university of Mombasa is offered to both KUCCPS and self sponsored students. The course is broken down to 64 units offered in groups of 8 each semester.

Applicants with any of the qualifications below shall be admitted:
(a) A mean grade of C+ at KCSE with C+ in each of the subjects below:
(i) English or Kiswahili.

(ii) Chemistry.

(iii) Physics or Physical Sciences.

(iv) Mathematics.

(b) Admission shall also be granted to holders of Diplomas and Higher National Diplomas.

Course duration.
Eight semesters.

Egerton University, Nakuru
Course requirements
- A minimum of C+ in KCSE.
They must have passed in the
subjects in either of the
alternatives below:
-Alternative 1
(i)B in physics and B+ in maths

-Alternative 2
(i)B+ in maths and B+ in physical
science

Applicants are expected to have scored
B in one language subject and B in one
humanities subjects.

Holders of a diploma in computer science
will be admitted provided they have passed
with credit.

Course duration
- Four years
Kenya Methodist University, Meru
Admission requirements
(i) A mean grade of C+ and above at KCSE with C in both English and Mathematics or

(ii) A Diploma in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the university senate.

Course duration
4 years

Intakes
January, May and September

Mode of study
Part time, full time and distance learning.
JKUAT Westlands Campus, Westlands
Entry Requirements: Minimum University requirements and Faculty of Science entry requirements. One must have passed Must have passed Mathematics in the KCSE at a minimum grade of C+. In addition, a student must have passed in both subjects from one of the following alternatives: Alternative A (Chemistry, Physics), Alternative B (Physical Science, Biological Science).
Or any other relevant qualifications.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Juja
Admission fee
-Kshs.1,500

Admission requirements
- Applicants are required to have
scored a minimum of C+ in KCSE
with C+ in each of the subjects
below:
(i)Maths
(ii)English or kiswahili
(iii)Any group III subject
(iv)Any group II or group IV or group V

Course duration
- Four years
Kirinyaga University, Kerugoya
Course requirements.
(i) Mean grade of C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in Mathematics. In addition, a student must have grade C-(minus) in both Chemistry and Physics.
OR
(ii) KNEC Diploma or equivalent in a relevant discipline with at least a credit pass from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

Course duration
8 Semesters
Kirinyaga university college town campus, Karatina
Admission requirements
-A C+ in KCSE,with a C+ maths and a C- in either of the pairs of subjects below:
(i)physics and chemistry

(ii)physical science and biological science

Duration
-4 years

Mode of study
-full time
Pwani University College, Kilifi
Entry requirements