Overview
MSc. IN POPULATION STUDIES
The Master of Science course in Population Studies is intended to prepare graduates of Science in Mathematics or any other sciences with strong quantitative background for careers in government service, academic and private sector, which may demand more sophisticated skills for research and teaching in population studies. Particular attention will be given to a level of competence necessary for undertaking high quality research in population studies aimed at furthering the national development goals.
Philosophy of the programme
Provide leadership and stewardship in statistical and demographic modelling of population issues in the development agenda.
Rationale of the programme
Build capacity including providing skilled manpower for statistical and demographic modelling to improve the understanding of populations dynamic processes including trends and their interlinkages with socio-economic development.
Objective of the program
Develop knowledge and skills for statistical and demographic modelling of population phenomena and undertake population research and formulate, design and implement population and development policies and programmes.
Mode of delivery
The program will be offered on the following modes
a) Face-to-Face Mode
This will be offered through didactic lectures, case studies, tutorials, seminars, class discussions and presentations, and fieldwork.
b) Open Distance and e-Learning Mode
This will be offered using a multi-media approach that includes self-instructional print and electronic study materials. This will include interactive study materials and both synchronous and asynchronous modes of learning. Online teaching and learning shall be offered through the Learning Management Systems (LMS) of the University of Nairobi.
c)Blended Learning Mode
This will combine both face-to-face and online learning approaches.
Schedule of intakes
The programmes will be admitting applicants once per year during September intake as per the faculty of Arts and Social Sciences guidelines
Detailed application information is provided in the university of Nairobi website.
Contact Information
The Chairman, Geography Population & Environmental Studies
P.O. BOX 30197 – 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254-020-4918222
E-mail: geopopes@uonbi.ac.ke
Contact of Support Persons
Prof. Murungaru Kimani
Email: murungaruk@uonbi.ac.ke
Dr. Andrew Mutuku Email: mutukua@uonbi.ac.ke
Structure
Exams Regulations
a) Course work
(i) Each course shall be examined by a 1 x 3 hour written examination.
(ii) End of semester examination shall constitute 70% while continuous
assessment shall constitute 30% (of the marks in each course).
(iii) Continuous assessment shall be evaluated in each course on the basis of
seminar papers, tutorials, essays, practical exercises and assignments.
(iv) The pass mark shall be 50% in each paper.
(v) Candidates who fail to satisfy the examiners in any course may on the recommendation of the Institute Board of Examiners and approval by Senate be allowed to take up to two resit examinations during the next ordinary examination time within the stipulated study period.
(vi) A pass obtained in the resit examination shall be recorded as 50% in the candidates' academic record.
(vii) Candidates who fail to satisfy the examiners in the resit examination in any course or fails to complete their study within the stipulated period shall on recommendation of the Institute Board of Examiners and approval by Senate to discontinue.
b) Research Project
(a) The supervisors should help students to identify possible areas of research during the second semester of the study.
(b) The actual research projects should commence at the beginning of the fourth semester of the study.
(c) The students will be required to present before staff and other fellow students their prepared/complete research proposals during the third semester of the study but not later than the beginning of the third semester examinations.
(d) The entire fourth semester will be devoted to the project work.
(e) The students will at the end of the fourth semester be required to submit with approval of their supervisors a duly approved completed research project.
c) Examination of the Project
- The supervisor and an internal examiner will examine the entire project
report. This will account for 70 per cent of the total marks. - The candidate will give a 30-minute seminar to be assessed by two internal
examiners. This will account for 30 percent of the total marks.
Admission Requirements
(i) The common Regulations for the Masters degree in all Faculties shall be applicable.
(ii) The following shall be eligible:
(a) holders of a Bachelor's degree of the University of Nairobi with at least an upper Second Class Honours, or other candidates with equivalent qualifications recognised by senate.
(b) holders of Lower Second Class honours degrees or equivalent and a diploma in population studies or at least 2 years work experience in population-related field.
(c) holders of a pass degree and a post-graduate diploma in population studies with at least three years of work experience in a population related field.
(d) holders of a pass degree with a distinction pass in post-graduate certificate in population and at least five years of work experience in population related field.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students Obligations
The student shall be required to attend all the scheduled lectures and tutorials for the registered course units.
Lecturer Obligation
The course lecturer shall be required to deliver the curriculum to the learners as per the teaching timetable, apply problem-based learning approaches, align the curriculum to learning needs and outcomes, be available for consultation by students, and assess learners based on the curriculum and aligned learning outcomes.
Application Information
Applications for admission are open throughout the year through the online platform. The requirements for submitting your application are detailed in the link provided https://application.uonbi.ac.ke/
Careers
Career prospects
Our graduates apply their skills and competencies in a wide range of public and private sectors, both nationally and globally. They have been employed in government ministries, departments and agencies; local and international organizations; civil society organizations; and community and non-governmental organizations
Attachment Opportunities
Institutions in Government, NGOs, UN bodies, Universities, Research institutions dealing with population and development programmes.
Notable Alumni
Professor Monica Magadi, Professor of Demography, UK
Fees and Funding
MSC POPULATION STUDIES
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ITEM |
YEAR 1 |
YEAR 2 |
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|
Semester 1 (5 Units) |
Semester 2 (5 Units) |
Semester 3 (5 Units) |
Semester 4 (5 Units) |
TOTAL |
|
|
Tuition (@31,200/= per unit) |
156,000/= |
156,000/= |
156,000/= |
156,000/= |
624,000/= |
|
Examination (@1,000/= per unit) |
5,000/= |
5,000/= |
5,000/= |
5,000/= |
20,000/= |
|
Medical Fee (per year) |
6,500/= |
6,500/= |
13,000/= |
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|
ICT Services (per year) |
7,000/= |
7,000/= |
14,000/= |
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|
Caution (Once) |
5,000/= |
5,000/= |
|||
|
Library (per year) |
5,000/- |
5,000/= |
10,000/= |
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|
Activity (per year) |
2,000/- |
2,000/= |
4,000/= |
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|
Registration (@2,250/= per semester) |
2,250/= |
2,250/= |
2,250/= |
2,250/= |
9,000/= |
|
ID Card (per year) |
1,000/= |
1,000/= |
2,000/= |
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|
Student Organisation (per year) |
1,000/= |
1,000/= |
2,000/= |
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|
Project/Thesis Examination |
30,000/= |
30,000/= |
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|
TOTAL |
190,750/= |
163,250/= |
185,750/= |
193,250/= |
733,000/= |