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Study Economics in Kenya

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  1. Teacher training

    Educational Planning and Economics of Education

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  2. Bachelor

    Economics & Statistics, Bachelor of

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  3. Master

    Masters of arts in economics

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  4. Other programmes

    Community Service

    United States International University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of philosophy in economics

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  7. Master

    M.A. in Community Economic Development (CED)

    Egerton University, Nakuru Town Campus 🇰🇪 Nakuru, Njoro, Kenya

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  8. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Daystar University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya

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  9. Master

    Educational Planning and Economics of Education, Master of Education

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  10. Other programmes

    Customer Service (1 week) (short course)

    Daystar University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya

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  11. Master

    Econometrics, Master of Economics

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  12. Master

    International Trade and Finance, Master of Economics

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  13. Other programmes

    Health Economics and Financing

    Great Lakes University of Kisumu 🇰🇪 Kisumu, KENYA, Kenya

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  15. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts (Economics and History)

    Egerton University, Nakuru Town Campus 🇰🇪 Nakuru, Njoro, Kenya

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  16. Foundation programme

    Biblical foundations of holistic Christian Service (1 week) (short course)

    Daystar University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya

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  17. Master

    Environment, Master of Economics

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  18. Master

    Economics, Master of

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  19. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts (Economics and Socioloy)

    Egerton University, Nakuru Town Campus 🇰🇪 Nakuru, Njoro, Kenya

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  20. Master

    M.A.Economics. (Masters)

    Egerton University, Nakuru Town Campus 🇰🇪 Nakuru, Njoro, Kenya

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  21. Master

    Master of Economics

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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  22. Master

    M.Sc.Foreign Trade, M.Sc.

    Kenyatta University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

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Study Economics in Kenya – facts and figures

In Kenya, 13 universities and colleges offer 55 Economics programmes: 16 Bachelor, 23 Master and 3 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Nairobi, Kenya, Eldoret, Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu and Nairobi, Mombasa. Institutions with the widest choice: Kenyatta University, Moi University, Main Campus, Kesses and University of Nairobi.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 55 Economics programmes at 13 institutions in Kenya. Popular cities include Nairobi, Kenya, Eldoret and Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in Kenya?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Kenyatta University, Moi University, Main Campus, Kesses, University of Nairobi, Daystar University and Egerton University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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