Kirinyaga University

University Chancellor, Senior Counsel Dr. Fred Ojiambo addresses the congregation during the KyU 9th Graduation Ceremony held on October 9, 2025

Chairman of Council, Dr. Idris Muhumed Kosar addresses the congregation during the KyU 9th Graduation Ceremony held on October 9, 2025

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mary Ndung'u, constitutes the Assembly, Congregation of Kirinyaga University during the graduation ceremony

DVC (ARSA), Prof. Charles Omwandho, calls upon the Deans of Schools to present graduands for award of Certificate and Diplomas, and conferment of Degrees.

University Chancellor, Senior Counsel Dr. Fred Ojiambo confers a Doctor of Philosophy degree to one of the PhD graduands during the graduation ceremony.

The five (5) PhD graduates take a group photo with the Chancellor, Chairman of Council, Vice Chancellor and DVC (ARSA) after being confered with Doctor of Philosophy degrees

Graduands stand for the conferment of degrees

The University choir sings the National Anthem during the graduation ceremony

Maa traditional dancers entertain the congregation during the graduation ceremony

Ameru traditional dancers entertain the congregation during the graduation ceremony

Graduands follow proceedings during the graduation ceremony

Kenya Prisons Staff Training College band leads the graduation procession

The Chancellor's procession leaves the graduation grounds after a successful graduation ceremony.

Welcome to Kirinyaga University

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Kirinyaga University (KyU) is located approximately 115 Km North East of Nairobi on Sagana - Embu - Highway..read more

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+254 709 742000

info@kyu.ac.ke

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Mission statement

To train and develop human resources equipped with innovative skills..

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Vision statement

To be a leading University in quality training, strategic research,..

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Core Values

Professionalism
Integrity, transparency and accountability
Innovation and creativity

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News & Updates

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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.