Overview

The discipline of ophthalmology is highly specialized and is key in health care provision. The department of ophthalmology is committed to training ophthalmologists of an international standard with a high level of knowledge, advanced clinical skills and attitudes in order to provide the best evidence-based patient care.

The Ophthalmology programme offered by the University of Nairobi is highly dynamic and new technological innovations are constantly being developed to manage various ocular disorders. It is therefore pertinent to keep the training of ophthalmologists relevant in this changing arena hence the need to revise this curriculum to improve the training.

Career Prospects

Graduands can choose to practice as general ophthalmologists or can sub-specialize in areas such as:

Vitreo-retina

Glaucoma

Paediatric ophthalmology

Oculoplastics

Anterior Segment

Neurophthalmolgy

Community Health

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Ocular Pathology Pharmacology & Microbiology

Advanced Clinical Ophthalmology

Advanced Community Eye Health & Research Methodology

Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-20 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates eligible for admission into the Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology program shall have the following qualifications and characteristics:

Recognized MBCHB degree or its equivalent

Successfully completed internship

Must have stereoscopic vision

Registrable with the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board of Kenya

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

345000 KES / year

≈ 345000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

345000 KES / year

≈ 345000 KES / year

Additional Details

Year 2,3,4: 300,000

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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