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All universities in Kenya Public universities49
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6 Best Public Master's Universities in Kenya

Of the 6 Public Master's universities in Kenya, University of Nairobi ranks highest on research impact (958,420 citations). Chuka University (#23 in Kenya) and Maasai Mara University (#24 in Kenya) complete the top three. The universities on this list offer 22 matching courses between them.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Nairobi has the largest research record in this group, with 958,420 citations and an h-index of 277.

Public, private and where they are

The split is 6 public to 0 private institutions. The oldest is Daystar University, founded in 1964.

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Business & Management (4), Languages & Linguistics (3), Education (3) and Social Sciences & Psychology (3). The usual length is 1–2 years and 2 years. 77% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (95% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). Chuka University offers the widest choice, with 6 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Kenya for Public Master's?

University of Nairobi (#1 in Kenya), Chuka University (#23 in Kenya) and Maasai Mara University (#24 in Kenya) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Public Master's in Kenya?

6 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Public Master's course take in Kenya?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Public Master's courses start in Kenya?

Fall is the main intake — 95% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Public Master's courses in Kenya?

Chuka University, with 6, ahead of Scott Christian University (5).

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