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The Chief Guest, Dr. Monica Muiru, Vice Chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), delivers her address during the EACC Anti-Corruption Campaign (Campus Event) held at the University grounds on November 18, 2025.

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mary Ndung'u, gives the keynote address during the EACC Anti-Corruption Campaign (Campus Event) held at the University grounds on November 18, 2025.

DVC (ARSA), Prof. Charles Omwandho, gives the welcoming remarks during the event

Ms. Gal Levin, Financial Adviser, British High Commission Kenya gives her remarks.

The Chief Guest, Dr. Monica Muiru, presents the University with an Integrity Shield as a symbol of the institution’s commitment to the fight against corruption. The gift was received on behalf of the University by the University Librarian, Mr. Stephen Maina.

KyU student models display placards bearing messages that promote youth engagement in the fight against corruption during the event.

A panel discussion on “Empowering the Next Generation to Lead with Integrity” featuring two student leaders, two students, and KLIF stakeholders.

KyU students register for the Integrity Club, established as part of the University’s commitment to fighting corruption.

The University Choir performs the KyU Anthem and National Anthem during the event

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mary Ndung'u makes her remarks when the Adapt IT team, a South Africa–based company, made a courtesy call to the university on November 12, 2025

Claire Marais from Adapt IT makes her remarks during their courtesy call to KyU

The Vice Chancellors presents gifts of appreciation to the Adapt IT team.

The VC, DVC (ARSA) and the Adapt IT team take a group photo

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Core Values

Professionalism
Integrity, transparency and accountability
Innovation and creativity

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Our Schools

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01.

School of Health Sciences

The School of Health Sciences endeavours to prepare its students for a rewarding career in clinical care, research or academia.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: shs@kyu.ac.ke

02.

School of Business & Education

SBE boasts of having highly qualified faculty to support all the programs, and to offer career guidance and mentorship programs for our students.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: sbe@kyu.ac.ke

03.

School of Pure & Applied Sciences

Science, Technology, and Mathematics being the driving force behind industrialization, the School offers a variety of postgraduate degree, degree, diploma and certificate programmes and short courses.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: spas@kyu.ac.ke

04.

School of Engineering & Technology

We are distinguished for offering our programmes through practical-based teaching, where students undertake a practical unit every semester and three industrial attachments through the degree course.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: set@kyu.ac.ke

Why Study at KyU?

Innovative Technology for a Dynamic World

Kirinyaga University set in a welcoming and accessible forested environment, 1hr 30 min drive from Nairobi, is far enough to offer serene studying environment but close enough for convenience.

We offer market sensitive Programmes tailored to careers in IT, Health Science, Engineering, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences, Hospitality, Architecture and the Built Environment.